Relapse prevention is a central component to effective treatment at MARR Addiction Treatment Centers. A thorough understanding of the relapse process goes hand in hand with the addiction education and…
Addiction education is a foundational element of treatment at MARR. When people in early recovery understand their disease, it gives context for the process groups, residential living, individual counseling, 12 Step…
The Extended Recovery Residences (ERR) is an option that we recommend for many clients completing the first two phases of treatment at MARR. In ERR, clients move into a new…
Boundaries in Recovery: A Two-Way Street Setting boundaries in recovery is essential. We often hear about the family members' need to set boundaries. We don't as often hear about the importance of…
Listen as our Men's Center Director, Will Atkins shares about lasting recovery at MARR on Gwinnett Radio X. Thanks to host, Tom Sheldon for having us on the show!
By Sarah Brookings, MA, LPC It is hope that gives life meaning. And hope is based on the prospect of being able one day to turn the actual world into…
Keeping the spirit of volunteerism alive at MARRThere is an article on Facebook that has recently gone viral: 37 Things You’ll Regret When You’re Old by Mike Spohr. In the…
By Jessica Schmoll, MS, LPC When it comes to treating a chemically dependent woman, it is helpful to first consider creating a healthy, safe community in which she can explore…
MARR would like to especially thank Window World of Atlanta for installing 45 new windows at the Women's Recovery Center! The purchase of windows was made possible by a grant…
The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous describes alcoholism as “cunning, baffling, powerful.” For nearly 40 years, MARR’s seasoned professionals and committed staff members have seen the insidiousness of addiction —…
The Women’s Recovery Center (WRC) of MARR received a $13,500 grant from The UPS Foundation, the charitable arm of UPS. The grant will be used toward facility renovations so our…
Right Side Up’s “Ready for Work” Job Coach position and program for children, Therapeutic Child Care (TCC), was successful in receiving funds for the 2013-14 fiscal year. The Job Coach…