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PAWS duration
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How Long Does Post-Acute Withdrawal Last?

Withdrawal doesn't always end after the initial detox. For many, Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) can persist for weeks, months, or even up…
March 7, 2025 · 5 min read
Person writing in a journal
Recovery

Why Structure and Routine Are Important in Recovery

Addiction disrupts daily life, creating chaos and unpredictability. A structured routine fosters stability, self-discipline, and effective time management, while helping manage triggers…
October 29, 2024 · 4 min read
How Long Will It Take Me to Work Through All 12 Steps?
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How Long Will It Take Me to Work Through All 12 Steps?

The 12-step program is a unique journey of self-discovery and healing that unfolds at its own pace. While some complete it in…
October 16, 2024 · 5 min read
12 Step Sponsorship: Do You Need a Sponsor in Recovery?
Recovery

12 Step Sponsorship: Do You Need a Sponsor in Recovery?

Many facing addiction contemplate the value of having a sponsor in a 12-step program. This article explores the benefits and challenges of…
October 14, 2024 · 4 min read
How Journaling Helps in Addiction Recovery
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How Journaling Helps in Addiction Recovery

Journaling aids addiction recovery by promoting self-awareness and emotional release. It encourages mindfulness, self-reflection, and tracks progress, helping individuals confront triggers and…
September 30, 2024 · 5 min read
6 Coping Skills for Addiction Recovery
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6 Coping Skills for Addiction Recovery

Incorporating effective coping skills into recovery strengthens your ability to maintain sobriety and enhances your overall well-being. From mindfulness to building support…
September 23, 2024 · 5 min read
Why Mindfulness Is Essential in Long-Term Recovery
Recovery

Why Mindfulness Is Essential in Long-Term Recovery

Mindfulness has become increasingly popular in therapeutic settings due to its effectiveness in enhancing emotional regulation, reducing stress, and promoting a deeper…
September 13, 2024 · 4 min read
7 Tips for Balancing Work and Recovery
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7 Tips for Balancing Work and Recovery

Balancing work and recovery is crucial for long-term success. Prioritize self-care, establish routines, set realistic goals, and communicate openly with employers to…
September 6, 2024 · 5 min read
Practical Stress Management Techniques in Addiction Recovery
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Practical Stress Management Techniques in Addiction Recovery

The journey to sobriety involves managing stress, rebuilding relationships, and starting anew. Effective stress management techniques, like mindfulness, deep breathing, exercise, and…
September 4, 2024 · 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.

Take the first step

When you're ready, we're here.

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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Referring professionals

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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