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IOP for Substance Abuse

IOP for Substance Abuse

IOP for Substance Abuse

Active Recovery LA offers expert addiction treatment, detox, and rehab services across LA

MONDAY | WEDNESDAY | FRIDAY

  • 9 am or 5 pm  in Shreveport
  • 12 noon or 5 pm  Bossier
  • 9 am or 5 pm Minden

Sober Parenting Class

IOP for Substance Abuse

IOP for Substance Abuse

Learn to rebuild family relationships with expert guidance.

THURSDAYS

  • 5 pm in Shreveport
  • 12 noon in Bossier
  • 9 am in Minden

Anger Management Class

IOP for Substance Abuse

DWI First Offenders Class

Active Recovery LA Court-approved anger management classes in Louisiana.

TUESDAYS

  • 9 am in Minden
  • 5 pm in Bossier

DWI First Offenders Class

Phase 2 & 3 Relapse Prevention

DWI First Offenders Class

Court-Approved DUI/DWI Classes in Louisiana

EVERY THURSDAY

in Bossier $65, only one class to get a Certificate of Completion, must call 

584-7133 to get dates available and 

sign portal docs.

Phase 2 & 3 Relapse Prevention

Phase 2 & 3 Relapse Prevention

Phase 2 & 3 Relapse Prevention

Effective relapse prevention programs to support long-term sobriety and emotional resilience

2-3 TIMES PER WEEK

  • Phase 2: Twice Weekly for 6 wks
  • Phase 3: Once weekly for 4 wks

Certificate of Completion upon FINAL Lab confirmed UA being clean. 

Batterers Intervention

Phase 2 & 3 Relapse Prevention

Phase 2 & 3 Relapse Prevention

Court-approved batterers intervention program with trained counselors at Active Recovery LA.

TUESDAYS

  • 5 pm for state-mandated 26 weeks in Shreveport

NOT A 12-STEP PROGRAM

10 Core Concepts

  • Integrity: When I do the RIGHT THING and make right choices even when no one is watching. 
  • Responsibility: I am aware of and follow through with my obligations to do what I need to be doing, not necessarily what I want to be doing.
  • Spirituality: Partnering with Something or Someone outside of myself as a source of strength, comfort and hope.
  • Gratitude: I express appreciation for what I have in all of my experiences, both negative and positive.
  • Truth: I can accept what I can't change and change what is possible. I can acknowledge what is true in my life.
  • Wisdom: I am learning to not make the same mistakes twice and acknowledging the patterns of my part in these mistakes.
  • Honor: I am honoring the land, my ancestors and my own past...even my childhood. I am honoring my parents, with all of their flaws, realizing that we all are doing the best we can with what we have at the moment.
  • Love: I realize what real love is and what is not; I am finding self-respect and self-awareness that shows me how to truly love myself and others.
  • Empathy: I can imagine how others may think or feel in any given situation.
  • Communication: I am able to relay my feelings and needs to others honestly, and in return I genuinely listen to what they are saying to me.


At Active Recovery LA, we support personal transformation through our 10 Core Concepts.

A Note From Our CEO

Active Recovery is an Intensive Outpatient drug and alcohol treatment program that focuses on changing the mindset and outlook of our clients; "Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life" comes from Gratitude Journaling, positive Spiritual growth and much encouragement from our staff.
We are not a 12-Step program, we focus instead on shifting our mindset using the Ten Core Concepts; Empathy, Spirituality, Commitment, Integrity, Communication, Respect, Honesty, Gratitude, Responsibility and Initiative.
With three locations to serve our clients, and up to 3 Phases of treatment lasting up to a year if needed, our goal is long-term recovery with a non-judgmental and refreshing perspective on how addiction is treated.
We do encourage getting away from the "lifetime of Buprenorphine mindset" that Subutex/Suboxone seems to give, using medical detox and Vivitrol, or Sublocade injections. Vivitrol is for alcohol and opiate cravings, but Sublocade injections have shown to be effective in just 3 months to be free from Subutex forever!

Therapeutic Approaches

Therapeutic Approaches

Therapeutic Approaches

•Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

•Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

•Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT)

•Trauma-Focused Counseling

•Anger Management

•Motivational Interviewing

•Brief Intervention Therapy

•Substance Use Counseling

MAT Services

Therapeutic Approaches

Therapeutic Approaches

Buprenorpherine  Policy: We allow Suboxone and Subutex if prescribed elsewhere by a licensed Addictionologist but highly recommend getting on the Vivitrol injection upon medically detoxing. We can prescribe Naltrexone and Vivitrol if desired.

MAT:  We offer Medically Assisted Therapies to help you get off of Opioids and Alcohol!  

Naltrexone and Vivitrol are opioid blockers that reduce cravings for opiates and alcohol, but you must be completely cleared from all opiates before you start this treatment.  We can refer you to a 3-5 day Medical Detox treatment in Springhill and obtain this medication upon release.  Vivitrol is an amazing non-addicting non-narcotic medication that can be in daily pill form (Naltrexone) or once-monthly injections, to reduce the urge to drink alcohol and use Opiates, 

PLEASE do not wait another day!   

Specialized Services & Support

Specialized Services & Support

Specialized Services & Support

•Trauma Survivors

•Survivors of Domestic/Intimate Partner Violence

•Sexual Abuse Survivors

•Court-Ordered Clients

•Domestic Violence Family Services

•Transportation Assistance

Policy on Medical Marijuana

Specialized Services & Support

Specialized Services & Support

We only allow medical marijuana on a case by case basis with a letter from your primary care physician

COMING SOON

Active Recovery LA offers  a women-only inpatient r rehab on Lake Bistineau

THE RETREAT AT LAKE BISTINEAU

LADIES INPATIENT TREATMENT FACILITY

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Ladies Residential Program

We are proud to present our newest and final initiative—“The Retreat for Women”—a unique, holistic recovery experience located on 30 acres of peaceful lakeside property at 120 Blue Pond in Ringgold, Louisiana, along the banks of Lake Bistineau. Surrounded by Spanish moss, cypress trees, and natural beauty, this serene setting promotes mindfulness, reflection, and healing.

This 28-day program is designed for women seeking recovery from:

• Substance Abuse

• Trauma

• Domestic Violence

• Mental and Emotional Health Challenges


The Retreat blends evidence-based treatment with holistic healing and creative therapies, including:

• Daily group therapy (twice per day)

• Meditation, yoga, and mindfulness practices

• Weekend therapeutic arts workshops

• Outdoor activities: kayaking, fishing, and nature trail exploration

• Gardening in our Healing Garden

• Sourdough bread baking and vegetable canning


The Retreat houses guests in The Lakehouse, an eight-bed dormitory equipped with a kitchenette, two full bathrooms, and a counselor’s office. Nursing staff are onsite, and medication management is overseen by a psychiatric nurse practitioner.


What to Bring

  • 5 changes of clothing--yoga pants, shorts,etc
  • 3 pairs of pajamas
  • 2 pairs of comfortable walking shoes
  • flipflops or shower shoes
  • Hygiene products (nothing with alcohol, such as mouthwash, cologne, hairspray, check ingredients.)
  • VAPES in original, unopened packaging
  • Tobacco is allowed but only in designated areas
  • Change for Vending Machines
  • Laundry Soap
  • Your favorite pillow
  • VIRTUAL VISITS after 2 weeks, contingent on good behavior. Must be on pre-screened Visitor List.

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