Pretaa in Practice: 5 Things You Should Know About State-of-the-Art Treatment at Country Road
The evolution of innovation in addiction treatment thanks to modern medicine and technology has...
Drew LaBoon
Drew is the Director of Admission and Marketing for Country Road Recovery Center, a Pathways Treatment Facility and has been there since June 2020. Prior to that he worked various jobs in the defense contracting industry following his retirement from the military in 2016. Drew served honorably under United States Special Operations Command for 17 years, has multiple combat deployments, and numerous awards and decorations. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Boston College in 2017 and originally planned on working for the intelligence community. His career in drugs and alcohol started shortly after. His experience with addiction and alcoholism extends to both his personal and professional life. Two inpatient treatment episodes, and 5 detox treatment centers over a 4-year period provide Drew with an intimate understanding of addiction. In 2019 he admitted to residential treatment for the final time. Country Road Recovery Center, along with actions taken in a 12-step recovery program, saved his life.
Busting Myths About Addiction Treatment: 5 Antiquated Treatment Concepts You Won’t Experience at Country Road
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What is PTSD? Understanding the Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment Options
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Understanding Complex PTSD & Addiction — And How to Find Help
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Self-Care in Recovery: 5 Strategies for Coping with the Effects of Trauma
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Understanding Generational Trauma and Its Link to Addiction
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Finding an IOP Program for Professionals
When it comes time to treat our addiction to drugs and alcohol, it can be confusing where to turn....
Drug Alcohol Intensive Outpatient
It can be such a relief to decide we need help for our drug or alcohol addiction. We spent months...
Can I Be Fired for Drinking? 5 Important Facts About Your Rights as a Worker
When our drinking gets out of control, it impacts various aspects of our lives. That includes our...