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Patient stories

Recovery is personal. So is every story.

Former residents describe what brought them to ATMC, what challenged them, and what moving forward began to feel like.

In their own words

Honest accounts of difficult change

No two people arrive with the same history, goals, or support needs. These reflections offer perspective, not a prediction of what another person will experience.
A note about testimonials: Quotations are drawn from ATMC's published video and written testimonials. Some have been lightly shortened for clarity. Individual results vary.
Different paths, shared courage

Different paths,
shared courage

Browse stories related to medication withdrawal, mental health, and substance recovery.

The Sauna Program, Diet Change and Supplementation at ATMC Changed My Life

I came to ATMC on four psych meds: Wellbutrin, Lamictal, Ritalin and Gabapentin. I have been trying to taper off

Detox from Anti-Depressants, Opiates and Benzos

I came to ATMC to detox from anti-depressants, opiate and benzos. When I arrived, I was completely hopeless. Had I

Life Before ATMC Was Scary And Stressful

I came into ATMC, not on any meds specifically. My doctor gave me Lorazapam to get here but it was

I Was Very Skeptical … But It Has Literally Changed My Life

“I now feel like I have a handle on my anxiety and depression, like I have a confidence in myself

Don’t Skimp! Don’t Think. Listen Instead. Humble Yourself.

I’ve had anxiety for as long as I can remember. I can trace it back to 4th grade, when my

Thank You for My Healing

After having been in this program for almost two months I am quite sure it has set me on a

Bipolar 1 and No More Medications

I lived a large life with unlimited potential and high expectations from everyone around me. Shortly after I turned 17,

Story of My Successes at ATMC

I was lost in my life’s journey, looking for a brightness all over during my last 4 years. I’d become

The Perfect Place For Me To Heal

I experienced a drug induced psychosis (spiritual emergency) after doing DMT recreationally. I started to hear spirits uncontrollably and have