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Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Kelowna, BC | Options Addiction Center
At Options Family Wellness Addiction Center, we have dedicated ourselves to transforming lives through comprehensive addiction recovery programs since 2010. Our team of professionals, many of whom have personal experience in long-term recovery, brings unparalleled empathy and expertise to every aspect of treatment. We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combined with Twelve Step methodologies, addressing both substance use disorders and concurrent mental health challenges. Our facility in Kelowna, BC, offers private accommodations, nutritional support, and holistic therapies like yoga, creating an environment conducive to healing.With a focus on trauma-informed care and family involvement, we equip clients with tools for lasting recovery. Our Virtual Aftercare Program ensures ongoing support, while our alumni network fosters enduring connections. Recognized for our compassionate approach, we have helped individuals from across Canada and beyond reclaim their lives from addiction.
Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Twelve Step Programs
Family Counseling
Aftercare Support
Trauma Treatment
Nutritional Therapy
Yoga Therapy
Alumni Network
Virtual Counseling
Process Addiction Care
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- Our staff includes certified counselors with decades of personal recovery experience
- We integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Twelve Step programs for comprehensive care
- Trauma-informed specialists address root causes of addiction
- Virtual Aftercare Program provides ongoing support post-treatment
- Family counseling addresses addiction's impact on loved ones
What people say
Compassionate staff
Life-changing recovery
Effective treatment methods
Strong aftercare support
Nurturing environment
Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Our Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program helps clients identify and change destructive thought patterns that contribute to addiction. Through structured sessions, clients learn coping strategies to manage triggers and develop healthier behaviors. This evidence-based approach forms the foundation of our treatment model.
Twelve Step Integration
We incorporate Twelve Step principles to help clients build long-term recovery frameworks. This program emphasizes personal accountability, spiritual growth, and community support through regular meetings and step work with experienced sponsors.
Trauma-Informed Care
Our trauma specialists address underlying psychological wounds that often accompany addiction. Through individual counseling and group therapy, clients process traumatic experiences in a safe environment to facilitate holistic healing and prevent relapse.
Family Counseling
We provide comprehensive family therapy sessions to repair relationships and educate loved ones about addiction. Our program includes on-site counseling during treatment and virtual sessions through our aftercare program to support long-term recovery.
Virtual Aftercare
Our Virtual Aftercare Program offers ongoing counseling via video platforms to maintain recovery momentum. Clients receive personalized support plans and access to weekly group sessions to ensure successful reintegration into daily life.
People
Doug Mackenzie
Executive Director
With 33 years in recovery and over 30 years of addiction treatment experience, Doug Mackenzie leads our team with personal understanding of addiction's challenges. His commitment to compassionate care shapes our center's supportive environment.
Susie Golemba
Program Director
As a long-term recovery specialist, Susie Golemba developed our core treatment program combining CBT with Twelve Step principles. Her focus on cognitive transformation guides clients toward sustainable recovery through personalized care plans.
Shirlee Paling
Addiction Counselor
Shirlee brings 18 years of recovery experience to her counseling practice. Her background working with youth and mental health programs enhances her ability to connect with clients through shared experiences and practical recovery strategies.
Ashley McLeod
Client Support Administrator
As both alumni and staff, Ashley provides firsthand understanding of our program. Her administrative expertise and recovery experience make her an essential contact point for clients beginning their treatment journey.
Patrick Pearson
Support Worker
With seven years in recovery, Patrick offers practical guidance through our transportation and community integration programs. His personal experience with addiction informs his supportive approach to client transitions.
Questions
What treatment approaches do you use?
We combine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Twelve Step integration, trauma-informed care, and holistic therapies like yoga to address addiction's physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects.
How long are treatment programs?
Our residential programs typically last 6-12 weeks, with flexible options for extended care and our Virtual Aftercare Program providing ongoing support post-treatment.
Can family participate in treatment?
Yes, we offer family counseling sessions during treatment and through our virtual program to help repair relationships and build recovery support networks.
Do you treat co-occurring disorders?
Our trauma-informed specialists address concurrent mental health conditions alongside addiction treatment to ensure comprehensive recovery.
What post-treatment support exists?
Our Virtual Aftercare Program provides ongoing counseling, weekly group sessions, and alumni network access to maintain recovery momentum after completing residential treatment.
Are meals included in treatment?
We provide three nutritious meals daily with dietary accommodations, emphasizing healthy eating's role in supporting physical recovery and overall wellness.
Reviews (4)
Em
Jan 20, 2022
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If youre okay with paying $15,000 for a 30 day program with zero support from staff then this is the place for you. No one on one counselling (unless you seek it out yourself and even when you do staff is never around) no phones at all - not even to call a loved one if youre panicking or need support. Theres no direction when you arrive, no rules they inform you of, youre basically left to figure it out or ask because they will not guide you. When I voiced my irritations and concerns I was met with an it is what it is attitude. They say theres a method to the madness
Lisa Hilts
Dec 06, 2020
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Before going to options , my life was so unmanageable and I was on the brink of losing my children. I have had the best experience of my life. The counselors are amazing, the support staff are also amazing, my room was beautiful , my bed was very comfortable, the fireplace on my wall created such a nice ambience, the bathrooms are really nice and spacious, the property is gorgeous , very serene and private , nice fire pit , a Scandinavia Yurt which has a fully equipped gym , a walk in cedar sauna , several cabins and a stage 2 chalet that makes you feel like your at a ski hill. Loads of parking
L. W. Konge
Nov 01, 2020
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It is day 30 since my wife went to treatment. We are due to pick her up today. Our experience with Options has felt like we have no options. Obviously we hope the mother of our family is improved and I will change my review at a later date if I feel it is justified. We haven't received any communication at all about the process, timeline, or anything else. Today we are due to pick her up. 4 kids etc.
But they don't asnwer the phone and we don't know at what time we can pick her up. Our family felt abandoned, isolated, confused, hurt, and thrown away during the entire 30 days she was away. My kids
But they don't asnwer the phone and we don't know at what time we can pick her up. Our family felt abandoned, isolated, confused, hurt, and thrown away during the entire 30 days she was away. My kids
Rachad Alini
Jun 15, 2020
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Hello , I just wanted to write a quick note and say thank you from the bottom of my heart. Going to Options has changed my life , cleared my head and heart and helped me lead a beautiful sober honest life today. The staff is kind, understanding, loving, patient and willing to do anything they can to help you. I had my ups and downs and I always had help and someone to talk to at all time. Everyone knows what I was going trough and they knew exactly what to do and say to help me get better. I spent one month full time and extended to do the day program for another month. I highly recommend you take
