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Adderall withdrawal
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How to Avoid Irritability on Adderall

Adderall can improve focus but may cause irritability or mood swings. Learn why these effects happen and discover strategies to manage emotions,…
October 21, 2025 · 5 min read
how strong is fentanyl compared to morphine
Drugs

Which Is Stronger: Fentanyl or Morphine?

Fentanyl is 50–100 times stronger than morphine, making it both a powerful medical tool and a dangerous drug when misused. Learn how…
October 2, 2025 · 5 min read
fentanyl withdrawal stages
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What to Expect During Fentanyl Withdrawal

Fentanyl withdrawal is intense but an essential step toward recovery. Learn the stages, symptoms, and safe management strategies to prepare, reduce risks,…
September 23, 2025 · 4 min read
why fentanyl is dangerous
Drugs

What Makes Fentanyl More Dangerous Than Other Opioids?

Fentanyl is 50–100 times stronger than morphine, acts rapidly, and is often hidden in street drugs. Its potency and risks make it…
September 18, 2025 · 4 min read
Adderall Alternatives
Drugs

Effective Alternatives to Adderall

Explore effective alternatives to Adderall for ADHD, including prescription options, non-stimulant medications, natural remedies, lifestyle changes, and behavioral therapies to improve focus…
September 10, 2025 · 4 min read
Liquid Ecstasy and its risks
Drugs

What Is Liquid Ecstasy

Liquid Ecstasy, or GHB, is a powerful CNS depressant linked to nightlife, overdose risk, and drug-facilitated crimes. Learn its dangers and treatment…
August 14, 2025 · 4 min read
Gateway Drugs And Why Are They Dangerous
Drugs

What are Gateway Drugs And Why Are They Dangerous?

Gateway drugs like alcohol, tobacco, and cannabis can increase the risk of future substance abuse. This article explores their impact, warning signs,…
August 6, 2025 · 4 min read
cocaine withdrawal treatment
Drugs

Signs and Symptoms of Cocaine Withdrawal

Cocaine withdrawal often involves fatigue, low mood, restlessness, and intense cravings. Recognizing these symptoms is key to beginning effective recovery.
July 31, 2025 · 5 min read
How to Avoid an Adderall Crash
Drugs

How to Avoid an Adderall Crash

Adderall crashes occur as the drug’s effects fade, causing fatigue, irritability, and low mood. Learn the causes, symptoms, and clinically supported strategies…
July 25, 2025 · 5 min read
Adderall Raise Blood Pressure
Drugs

Does Adderall Raise Blood Pressure?

Adderall can raise blood pressure and heart rate, especially in those with heart issues. Learn the cardiovascular risks, signs of misuse, and…
July 24, 2025 · 5 min read
LSD side effects
Drugs

Can You Get Addicted to LSD?

LSD is not physically addictive, but repeated use can lead to psychological dependence. Learn how LSD affects the brain, its risks, and…
July 24, 2025 · 4 min read
Long-term Adderall effects
Drugs

What Does Adderall Addiction Look Like

Adderall addiction often starts subtly but can quickly lead to serious physical, behavioral, and psychological effects. Recognizing the signs early is key…
July 23, 2025 · 5 min read

Your team

Meet the counselors who answer the phone and guide your treatment.

Neal Schmidt, BS, LADC-S, Clinical Director

Neal Schmidt, BS, LADC-S

Clinical Director
A substance use counselor since 2012. Tailors counseling to the person in front of him, not the diagnosis.
Emily Hongslo, LADC, Counselor

Emily Hongslo, BS, LADC

Counselor
Works with people at every stage of change, with an emphasis on client-centered care.
Mari Anderson Fairchild, MA, LADC, Substance Use Counselor

Mari Anderson Fairchild, MA, LPCC, LADC

Substance Use Counselor
Believes every client deserves to feel seen and heard, and that autonomy is part of the treatment.

Getting started

How to get started: four steps, no waiting eleven days.

Reaching out doesn’t commit you to anything. It means you asked a question, and we answered it.

01

Call

We listen to what’s going on and where you are in the process. No script, no pressure.

02

Chemical use assessment

A comprehensive assessment to determine diagnosis and the level of care that fits.

03

Referral to the right care

Ideally with us. If another program fits you better, we’ll connect you to it.

04

Intake

Programming starts immediately after intake. Already have an assessment? Send it over and we’ll review it.

Northwoods Haven Recovery exists to make treatment accessible quickly to those that need it, from personal experience of having to wait to help a loved one.

It once took eleven days to get one person into treatment. He only made it because someone put him up in a hotel. That wait is the reason this program exists, and the reason we answer the phone.

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Reaching out doesn’t mean you’ve committed to anything. It means you’re asking a question, and we’ll answer it honestly, even if the answer points somewhere else.

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Send a comprehensive assessment, plus treatment plan reviews, discharge summary, med list, and insurance information if applicable. A list, not a portal.

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Northwoods Haven Recovery

5900 Green Oak Drive, Ste 306
Hopkins, MN 55343

In-network with Medicaid & major commercial insurance

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