ARIZONA ADDICTION TREATMENT
TESTIMONIALS & SUCCESS STORIES

The experience I’ve received here at The River Source has been nothing short of a miracle. Living my life through self-will was a living hell. I was using and drinking for 12 years and where it led me to was being homeless, on the run and all bridges burnt to the ground. I thought I was hopeless and there was no way out of this living hell. I asked the last person I had left for help, for I was in fear of death, and it was given. I was taken to The River Source and I admit I was scared. I kept telling myself this won’t work, I won’t be accepted and I won’t understand any of the suggestions given here. The longer I stayed here the sooner I realized this was not the case. The last 60 days here has been more liberating, encouraging, and helpful then I’ve ever had in the last 12 years of pain and misery. 26 years old and now I can start growing up as I grow with this program living my life one day at a time with God and the suggestions so freely given to me. To the newcomer, I know your scared and that you feel there is no light at the end of your tunnel. I’ve been where you’re at, felt what you’ve felt, seen and done what you’ve done. And I can tell you with the utmost sincerity that there is a solution, just take that first step. Give yourself a chance to live!

My 13th relapse brought me to The River Source. At The River Source my experience was unlike any other facility I have ever been to. I was greeted with open arms. Everyone including the staff and the clients are all awesome. With what they offered to me when I got there, I have now got to pass it on to the new clients because I was once there and I know exactly what they are going through. I have and will continue to recommend The River Source to anyone because it has given me my life back. My father has gotten his son back, and my brother and my sister their brother back, someone that they can rely on and look up to.

I can’t thank Riversource enough for all they’ve given me. Entering a facility like this is a scary experience but the staff, nurses, techs, cooks, and patients here never failed in making me feel comfortable and welcome. They’ve opened my eyes to so much about my life and myself. I was very wary of their holistic approach but now I’m so thankful I gave it a try. They offer yoga, vitamins, IV bags, acupuncture, sauna, and have a medical team that comes in a few times a week with free services as well. You leave here feeling like an entirely new person inside and out. It was strange coming into an all woman facility but I’ve made some of the best friendships in my life and learned how to be a friend as well.
I’m working on mending my family, financial, and legal situations and I know none of that would of been possible if The Riversource didn’t give me a foundation. Almost all the staff are in recovery and they know exactly where you’re coming from. Never did I feel misunderstood, judged, or out of place and I’ve felt that way my entire life. I highly recommend this place. I’ve been to treatment before and have never found a place quite like the Riversource. They completely focus on the solution and do everything in their power to help you succeed. The rest is up to you. I came in here feeling completely lost and now I feel like I have a new direction in life, and I know this is only the beginning. If you’re looking at this place, give yourself a chance and just come.

I came to The River Source after having multiple trials in recovery. I was not sure I would gain anything from the experience before I arrived because I “Knew Too Much”, they quickly changed my thoughts after engaging in their program. The 12 step approach is one I have never seen before. They use a 1st step model that truly made a deep impact on me. I would 100% recommend this program to anyone who has been in recovery in the past as well as those who are attempting for their first time.

I feel the staff is well trained and goes above and beyond to meet all client NEEDS as opposed to what we think we need in early recovery. I now feel that I have the tools I was lacking in the past and I am ready to begin my new adventure into the world!

I have been to multiple facilities over the years and can honestly say The River Source is by far the most understanding and helpful when it came to my addiction. They welcome you to a comfortable environment, amazing staff and give you an amazing start to the rest of your life – if your willing to follow direction and take advice. I was beyond broken when I first came to The River Source and they made me realize there is a piece to life I have been missing for years and that is sobriety. Something I’ve wanted for so long but never truly knew what it meant until I came here. If you’re just as broken as I was and want to get started with the rest of your life, The River Source is where you want to be…but remember it only works if you work it.

I cant thank The Riversource enough for their help in my recovery. I originally put off and delayed my arrival there, not wanting to come, but finally came. My first few days, I wanted to leave and missed my family and home. I didn’t think I had that bad of a problem with my using. I hated certain aspects of my addiction, but I had accepted that I could never get sober. I had tried on my own many times, but couldn’t make it longer than a week. I also thought that since I was prescribed some medications, that it was “ok” to take them. Though that led me to abusing them when I didn’t have my drug of choice. Riversource staff helped save my life. I realized how unhappy I really was, and how my life definitely was completely unmanageable, & I know it was only going to get worse if I continued that path of using.
Working the 12 steps with the help of Riversource, combined with the best counselor I’ve ever had, Yoga daily, IV vitamins, Aminos, group therapy (which I thought I would dislike, but ended up loving!), and a team of staff who truly, and genuinely care for my well being and success, has completely changed me! The staff feels like family, and I have grown to love them a lot, & I look forward to coming back for visits & meetings. I am 100% sure that I could not have found a better treatment center. I am also thankful for their holistic approach to handling my health needs. I have learned that I can live a life drug free! I highly recommend The Riversource!

This place saved my life. The RiverSource will teach you understanding of yourself and your addiction in a loving and healing environment. The perception of rehabs are very negative in nature (and I thought the same thing before having come here) but after leaving, I couldn’t believe what a place of healing, restoration, peace, safety and love that the RiverSource provides. I read in other reviews before I chose the RiverSource that people had met lifelong friends here and I didn’t believe that would be possible. Now I can say the same thing, I have met lifelong friends here. Making the choice to go to inpatient rehab is scary (because none of us have entered rehab on a winning streak!) but do yourself the greatest gift you can and do it.

I’ve tried for over 5 years to get clean. In and out of rehab then back using again. That was my story. I never thought this painful cycle would end. I remember walking into River Source. Standing there wondering how this time would be any different? Was this all even worth it? It definitely was. They helped me dig deep into my addiction. They helped address my depression. They helped reconnect me with my family. I gained so many wonderful friendships while I was there. I’m happier today. I’m more confident in my ability to stay clean today. I have the tools to stay clean today. Thank you RiverSource for everything you’ve done for me. You have TRULY saved my life.

My experience here at The River Source is really amazing. It’s so different to experience a new way of life and how to handle it and realize that you can come close to yourself and recovery. The River Source helped me become who I am today and how to be myself and not worry about anyone else and how to deal with my problems in many situations and how to express my emotions. My life now is so amazing and I feel free to be myself and not care what people think about me and the way to handle myself and I can actually smile and be happy for once. I have never been this happy in a long time. It’s good to know that my family gets me back and realize that I’m not a bad person getting better, I’m a sick person getting well. I would very much so recommend The River Source because it’s an amazing place here and it really brings families back together. For anyone who comes in, it’s a miracle to have this place.

I came to The River Source because I was addicted to crystal meth. My family life had crumbled around me. My husband confronted me the night before I came into treatment. I felt no other option for myself than to admit defeat and ask for help. I came to The River Source because my husband and I both realized I needed an inpatient treatment center to start recovery. While at The River Source I learned how to live life on life’s terms. I realized the importance of being honest with others and most importantly myself. While being here I developed the willingness to change. I learned the coping skills I needed to never have to use drugs again. I am now able to utilize the help I received here at The River Source into my life, as a wife and mother. I highly recommend The River Source Treatment Center to anyone suffering from drug and alcohol addiction.

From my experience, when you’re living in the height of your addiction it becomes really normal (almost like a routine) to sweep all your stress under the rug with alcohol. And it took me quite some time to realize that my drinking was not only a big part of the reason for a lot of this stress, it was also causing a ripple effect of other problems that made my life unmanageable. This was the recurring cycle I lived in for so many years. Today my life is different. I’ve learned how to manage stress in ways that don’t result in me picking up a drink. I’ve learned how to be more open and honest with my family. I’ve learned how to be happy with myself so I can make those around me happy.

I know the jury is still out and there’s still a lot of work to do, but I’m just happy and grateful that I have almost 6 months of sobriety today. My life is better than it’s been a very long time and the truth is that none of this would be possible without The River Source and all of the staff there who supported me throughout this process. You all have helped me build a strong foundation where I can continue focusing on my sobriety while working on being a better husband to my wife and a better father to my 3 beautiful girls, and that means everything to me. I am truly grateful. Thank you River Source!

My wife went to River Source residential and is currently completing their PHP program and will continue with the IOP program as well. Her experience at residential was a life changing and saving experience. This is not only a 12 step program however a spiritual awakening and a program that educates on how to rewire the addict brain. It was a time for my wife to focus on herself and she did just that. I would recommend anyone whom is willing to be open and honest with themselves to give River Source a shot! Thank you to all the staff whom made her stay there comfortable and positive.

Prior to my husband entering rehab, our marriage was crumbling, our two kids were suffering, and I resented him for choosing alcohol over us. Nearly 4 months later, I look back now and realize how uninformed I really was about this disease. The River Source has gone above and beyond for my family and I personally wanted to say thank you. Thank you for bringing back the man that I’ve loved for 18 years. Thank you for making us whole again.

Last November I checked my son into the 30 day program. The staff made me feel at ease leaving him there. They called me daily with updates & left me a number to call if I had questions. Great meetings for family members to attend to help understand addiction. When he came home 30 days later I was amazed at the man he truly is! He has been sober just shy of 8 months & is still attending meetings several times a week. He also has gone back to The River Source to visit & offer encouragement. Truly amazing place! Thank you River Source for helping Chuck!

My son attended The River Source for 45 days for heroin addiction. We were very pleased with his treatment there from beginning to end. The admission people were very helpful and answered all our insurance information and other questions in a timely manner. Our son said the staff really cared about his recovery and did not treat this as just a job. The holistic treatment was amazing, he not only gained back the weight he lost because of his addiction but he looked healthier than he had in years; he also said the supplements really helped him with the withdrawals. We enjoyed the family barbeque and also learned a lot about ourselves and our son’s addiction with the seminars that was provided. We received weekly calls from his counselor and life coach to inform us of his progress and a well thought out aftercare plan was made up for him before his departure. All of these things made it much easier to “let go” and let his recovery take place. I am happy to report that our son is doing well living in a sober living environment and is going on 70 day’s clean and sober. The River Source was an answered prayer for our family, we would highly recommend it.

After 30 days of treatment at The River Source, we are excited to have our daughter back home and healthy. This being our first experience, my husband and I tried to do as much research as we could, we called about 8 different places and it just so happens that we went with the first place we reached out to. We really appreciated how the staff really took their time explaining things to us and educating us. They never came off pushy and even encouraged us to do our due diligence and call some other treatment centers. We ultimately felt most comfortable with The River Source and I am so glad that we made the right decision. We were always kept in the loop with how she was doing and they were always willing to give us updates when we reached out. I was also very pleased with the plan that her counselor created to help make sure she stays on the right track after treatment. I feel confident that my daughter can stay clean and refocus her life on the positive things that she’s so passionate about. We are so thankful for The River Source and everything they’ve done for our family. Such a wonderful place ran by wonderful people!