The Joint Commission is recognized nationwide as a symbol of excellence in health care. Earning accreditation requires rigorous evaluation of an organization’s clinical practices, operational systems, safety protocols, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Trying to decide between buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone for opioid use disorder? This guide breaks down how each medication works, who it’s best for, and what to expect—so you can make informed, confident choices about your recovery path.

Recovery isn’t just about mindset—your body needs healing too. From nervous system overload to muscle tension and nutrient depletion, physical symptoms linger long after detox. Learn how body-based therapies like steam, cold plunge, and sauna support full-body recovery at Avalon.

Steam therapy isn’t just self-care—it’s a powerful tool for physical healing in recovery. At Avalon, steam supports lung repair, nervous system regulation, and restful sleep. Learn how this gentle practice helps restore the body after substance use and stress.

Early recovery can feel surprisingly flat. Even as you stay sober and follow the plan, joy, motivation, and energy may feel out of reach. That emotional numbness isn’t failure—it’s chemistry. This post explores the science of dopamine depletion, why it happens after substance use, and how Avalon’s holistic model helps restore the brain’s natural reward system through movement, nutrition, connection, and more. Healing is physical, emotional, and chemical—and your brain deserve

At Avalon Wellness & Recovery, lived experience isn’t an add-on—it’s the foundation of how we help people heal. Our Kansas-based team combines clinical expertise with firsthand insight into addiction and recovery, providing care that’s compassionate, personal, and effective. Learn why our approach is different—and why it works.

At Avalon Wellness & Recovery Center in Lawrence, KS, we believe pain isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of healing. Discover how trauma-informed addiction recovery can transform your story and give your pain a purpose.

If you or someone you love is struggling with opioid use, recognizing the signs of dependence can be the first step toward healing. Buprenorphine treatment offers a safe, evidence-based path to recovery—reducing cravings, easing withdrawal, and restoring stability without the high. This post explores when buprenorphine may be the right step and what compassionate, personalized care looks like at Avalon Wellness & Recovery.

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) offers a powerful, evidence-based path to recovery from opioid addiction. By combining FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral support, MAT addresses both the physical and emotional sides of addiction. In this post, we break down how MAT works, who it helps, and why it’s transforming outcomes across Kansas—including right here at Avalon Wellness & Recovery in Lawrence.

At Avalon Wellness & Recovery Center, we believe healing happens in community. Through Missouri’s Crisis Peer Training, we’re equipping peer specialists with trauma-informed skills to support those in emotional crisis—empowering recovery from the inside out.

Leadership isn’t about titles — it’s about impact. Servant leadership taught me to serve first, but over time, I’ve learned to look upstream. At Avalon, we focus on preventing crisis, not just responding to it. Real leadership ripples outward — strengthening people, systems, and communities.

At Avalon, healing isn’t just about what you talk through — it’s about what you feel in your body. Our daily wellness ritual blends sauna, cold plunge, and steam therapy to help calm the nervous system, release tension, and restore a sense of inner balance. It’s not just care — it’s comfort, ritual, and renewal.

Our minds are not broken—they’re beautifully complex. Each swirling thought, each inner voice, each buried emotion may be a part of us trying to protect, soothe, or survive. This image captures the essence of Internal Family Systems therapy: a compassionate journey inward, where even our most painful parts are met with understanding, not shame.

Detox is just the beginning. At Avalon Wellness & Recovery in Kansas, we help clients heal physically after substance use through trauma-informed therapies like sauna, cold plunge, and steam. These body-based treatments regulate the nervous system, restore balance, and lay the foundation for lasting sobriety. Learn why physical restoration in addiction recovery is essential for rebuilding strength, resilience, and hope—starting from the inside out.

Addiction doesn’t just affect the mind—it disrupts the nervous system, leaving many in early recovery feeling anxious, numb, or emotionally overwhelmed. At Avalon Wellness & Recovery in Kansas, we integrate trauma-informed care with somatic therapies like sauna, cold plunge, and steam room to help the body restore balance. Learn how nervous system healing after addiction supports true, lasting recovery—starting from the inside out.

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) combines FDA-approved medications like buprenorphine with therapy to support lasting recovery from opioid addiction. At Avalon Wellness & Recovery in Kansas, MAT helps stabilize the brain, reduce cravings, and create space for healing. Learn how this evidence-based approach is saving lives and expanding access across the state—one personalized, compassionate step at a time.

At Avalon Wellness & Recovery, trauma-informed care is the foundation of our addiction treatment—not a feature. We recognize that unresolved trauma often drives substance use, so our approach prioritizes emotional safety, nervous system regulation, and compassionate support. From guided cold plunges to staff trained in trauma sensitivity, every element of our Kansas facility is designed to help clients heal from the inside out.

Buprenorphine is a proven, life-saving treatment for opioid addiction—reducing cravings, preventing overdose, and supporting long-term recovery. At Avalon Wellness & Recovery, we use evidence-based care to meet each person where they are. In this post, Executive Director Kenneth Vick explores the science behind buprenorphine and why access to this medication is essential in the fight against the opioid crisis.

At Avalon Wellness & Recovery Center, we offer trauma-informed addiction treatment in Kansas that supports healing of both body and mind. Through evidence-based therapies like sauna, steam, and cold plunge, our residential program helps regulate the nervous system, restore balance, and promote lasting recovery in a safe, welcoming environment.