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Alex began struggling with addiction at 17 and came to Centerstone after being arrested. A transgender man, Alex had difficulty finding the treatment and services he needed to live as his true self. Now, with help from Centerstone, Alex is in recovery and living the life he’s desired for so long. “That was everything I’ve been waiting for my whole life,” he explains when discussing his experience.

After eight years of addiction, Ryan sought help through a Centerstone Recovery Center. He had lost his apartment, car, and all connections with his family and friends. As a result of working with Centerstone staff, he now has the tools he needs to live a life free of addiction. He says Centerstone is the best decision of his life.

Air National Guardsman Chris struggled to find mental health support and overcome the systemic stigma surrounding mental health that many men and women experience during their military service. His chaplain suggested he contact Centerstone. Chris appreciated the way that Centerstone staff could relate to his military experiences and hold a compassionate space for him and so many others who face similar challenges.

Christine loves children, so when someone at her church asked if she would like to be a foster parent, she said yes. She received training and support through Centerstone. Christine tried to instill in her foster children all the things she didn’t have or receive in her own childhood. She challenges us all: “what part are you planning to make it better for them?”

Laura’s story is one that comes full circle. She came to Centerstone because her therapist suggested psychosocial recovery and peer support for her depression. Through these programs, Laura learned how to better manage her symptoms. Laura is now a Peer Recovery Specialist with Centerstone and can relate to current clients because of her own journey and recovery.

After eight years of addiction, Ryan sought help through a Centerstone Recovery Center. He had lost his apartment, car, and all connections with his family and friends. As a result of working with Centerstone staff, he now has the tools he needs to live a life free of addiction. He says Centerstone is the best decision of his life.