Recovery is Changing: Updates to Care at Carlson Recovery Center

May 1, 2026

Two people sit facing each other on a bench outdoors, one with bright pink hair, in a muted park setting.

Many people believe that they—or a loved one—must go to ‘detox’ before starting recovery. In reality, the majority of people starting their recovery journey don’t need a traditional inpatient detox facility to begin treatment safely.

Thanks to advances in addiction medicine, many people can now safely and comfortably withdraw from substances with our support and monitoring in settings other than a traditional detox facility, based on their unique needs.

That often raises important questions:

How do I know what level of care is right?
Where do I go first?
What happens next?

You're Not Alone in This

BHN Addiction and Recovery Services are here to help. Carlson Recovery Center remains a trusted first step for people seeking recovery care.

Everyone who comes to Carlson receives a comprehensive clinical assessment. Based on individual needs, we help guide each person to the right level of care—whether at BHN or through a partner provider.

A care plan may include:

Medication to manage withdrawal symptoms
A safe place to stay
Peer recovery support
Counseling and therapeutic services
Life skills guidance and planning

You're Not Alone In This. BHN Addiction and Recovery Services are here to help. Carlson Recovery Center remains a trusted first step for people seeking recovery care.

Everyone who comes to Carlson receives a comprehensive clinical assessment. Based on individual needs, we help guide each person to the right level of care—whether at BHN or through a partner provider.

A care plan may include:

Medication to manage withdrawal symptoms
A safe place to stay
Peer recovery support
Counseling and therapeutic services
Life skills guidance and planning

If someone needs a higher level of care, BHN will support their transition to the appropriate program and their return to the right level of care afterward.

Why These Changes Matter

The updates at Carlson reflect the evolving landscape of substance use disorder treatment. As Carlson transitions toward a Clinical Stabilization Program, care for withdrawal may look different than in the past—but the commitment remains the same.