Personal Stories

Written By Granite Recovery Centers
Clinically Reviewed By Cheryl Smith MS,MLADC
June 17, 2019

Enjoy These Featured Videos

Naomi’s Story

Kate’s Climb Back

Matt’s Life Makeover

“It’s Not Getting Any Better Out There”

“Everything a Rehab Should Be”

Bruce Alexander’s Dislocation Theory Talk

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Enjoy These Featured Videos

Naomi’s Story

Kate’s Climb Back

Matt’s Life Makeover

“It’s Not Getting Any Better Out There”

“Everything a Rehab Should Be”

Bruce Alexander’s Dislocation Theory Talk

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