Great Falls Wellness is Now An In-Network Rehab Facility with Anthem & BCBS!
Great Falls Wellness is now in network with Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield commercial insurance plans as well as Anthem Medicaid. This change expands access to our outpatient addiction treatment for individuals seeking recovery in Northern Virginia and the Metro DC area. Becoming an in-network rehab allows Great Falls Wellness to reduce financial […]
How Sober Coaching Supports Long-Term Recovery for Adults and Young Adults
Sober coaching has become a valuable part of addiction recovery, bridging the gap between formal addiction care and real-life applications. Also known as recovery coaching, sober coaching supports people as they transition from treatment into long-term sobriety. This support can be especially helpful for both adults and young adults facing daily challenges after in-patient rehab […]
Meet Our New Executive Director: Mercedes Alonso, LCSW
We are so excited to welcome Mercedes Alonso, LCSW, as our new Executive Director at Great Falls Wellness! Her arrival brings years of experience in the behavioral health field, deep expertise in trauma recovery, and an empathetic spirit to every corner of our program. With a Master of Social Work degree from Rutgers University, Mercedes […]
How Horse-Assisted Therapy Supports Addiction Recovery
Recovery from addiction requires more than just willpower. Comprehensive treatment options, like horse-assisted therapy (also known as equine therapy), can help individuals rebuild their lives. At Great Falls Wellness, we incorporate horse-assisted therapy into our intensive outpatient program, offering a unique and effective approach to addiction recovery. What is Horse-Assisted Therapy? Horse-assisted therapy involves engaging […]
Intensive Outpatient Addiction Rehab at Great Falls Wellness
Intensive outpatient addiction rehab provides effective treatment for individuals who want to recover from substance use without pausing their everyday lives. At Great Falls Wellness, we offer a structured outpatient program that gives people the support they need to heal while still working, attending school, or caring for family. Our outpatient addiction rehab program offers […]
Shame and Recovery
Written By Liz Fernandez – Great Falls Wellness Clinical Director Shame can be one of the greatest barriers for people who want to reach out for help, especially for people struggling with addiction. While shame is a natural response to going through something deeply personal and difficult, it can be as much of a deterrent […]
Why won’t my spouse stay sober?
Addiction is a chronic illness that affects how the brain works, making it difficult to stay sober even with the best intentions and support.
