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Drug Detox Center in Weston, MA

Why Detoxification Is Essential for Long-Lasting Recovery From Drug Addiction Detoxification from drugs can be dangerous. However, if detox is medically assisted, the withdrawal symptoms can be reduced significantly in

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Can Drug Abuse Cause Schizophrenia?

The Link Between Substance Abuse and Schizophrenia Whether drug addiction can cause schizophrenia or not delves into the connection between mental illness and substance abuse. Schizophrenia is a chronic brain

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How does Drug Detox Work?

What Is Drug Detox? When someone is addicted to drugs, detox or detoxification is an important first step on the road to recovery. A person who is addicted to a

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How Long Does Alcohol Withdrawal Last?

Understanding Alcohol Withdrawal: Stages, Symptom, and Strategies for Recovery When someone who regularly consumes large amounts of alcohol abruptly cuts down or stops drinking altogether, they may experience alcohol withdrawal

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Steven Barry

Steven Barry holds a B.A. in Economics from Bates College with extensive professional experience in both financial and municipal management. In his role as Director of Outreach, Steve leads the Charles River team in fostering relationships across the recovery community, local cities and towns, labor partners, and serving as a general resource for anyone seeking help.

Steve’s Charles River Why – “Anything I have ever done in my professional career has been rooted in helping people.  There is no more direct correlate to that end than assisting people find their path to reclaim their life from the grips of addiction”. 

Jillian Martin
Jillian Martin, the Director of Clinical Services, brings over 15 years of experience in behavioral healthcare and more than a decade in national executive clinical leadership. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science from Concordia College in Bronxville, NY, combining psychology and sociology, and a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Eastern Nazarene College. Licensed as an LADC I and LMHC, she is also EMDR-trained. Her diverse background spans patient care in various settings, including inpatient treatment for underserved populations, utilizing an eclectic approach and innovative therapies to enhance patient experiences across levels of care. Jillian enjoys planning adventures, living life to the fullest, and spending quality time with her son.