As a creative person in long-term recovery, I know that some of the most challenging obstacles we face are

feelings of hopelessness and the fear of not being able to return to a productive, creative lifestyle without the

assistance of drugs and alcohol.

Years ago, I recognized the need for a unique approach that would combine evidence-based treatment and

creative expression. Today, Right Turn helps people achieve quality recovery while taking into consideration

that substance abuse and other addictions might be a symptom of an underlying mental health or

psychological issue.

Right Turn is an innovative program for men and women that provides Intensive Outpatient Treatment,

4-6 month Extended Care Housing Program for men, Medication Assisted Treatment and Intervention, in a uniquely

creative environment. Anyone with a desire for artistic expression, recovery from addictions and the support

of a kindred community will feel welcome here.

Welcome to Right Turn. We look forward to helping you find your own path to recovery.

Woody Giessmann LADC-I, CADC, CIP, CAI, CEO and Founder of Right Turn

A MESSAGE FROM OUR CEO AND FOUNDER

“As the drummer for the rock band, The Del Fuegos, I experienced firsthand the devastating effects of drug and alcohol abuse. Fortunately, my path led to recovery, and to a new passion as an Addictions Specialist.“

Our experienced team includes:

“I like my job because people get better. I get to see people at their best.” Clinical Director of Right Turn since 1995, Abby’s professional training is rooted in social work, public health and psycho-therapy. She carries a principle vision to create a program where people

feel a sense of community. Abby believes that all individuals deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, and that developing individual creativity serves as a cornerstone of recovery. Gabrielle (Abby) Dean, LICSW, MPH, Clinical Director

“For whatever reason, I was attracted to working with those people who are most marginalized in our society, and, arguably (in fact, there is probably not much of an argu-ment!), that is people with addictions. I think that much of the time I believe that people get better

despite what I try to do! Perhaps what is most help-ful is my hopefulness about their recovery.” Mark attended Harvard College and Cornell University Medical School. He completed an internship in medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, and a Psychiatry residency at Massa-chusetts Mental Health Center. The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology certify him in General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry.Mark Albanese, M.D., Medical Director

• Mental Health Counselors

• Intervention Professionals

• Family Therapists

• Expressive Therapists

• Mentors

meet our directors

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HELP BEGINS WHEN

• Psychiatrists

• Physicians

• Social Workers

• Licensed & Certified Drug

& Alcohol Counselors

“Many of us at Right Turn know from personal experience“Many of us at Right Turn know from personal experience“Many of us at Right Turn know from personal experience that freedom fromaddiction is not only possible, but amazing, and worth working for.addiction is not only possible, but amazing, and worth working for.addiction is not only possible, but amazing, and worth working for.

Our team would like to help you, or someone you love, find that sameOur team would like to help you, or someone you love, find that sameOur team would like to help you, or someone you love, find that samefreedom, and the path to a healthy new way of living.” freedom, and the path to a healthy new way of living.”

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL US TODAY AT 1.781.646.3800

Innovative ServicesThe hallmark of Right Turn’s approach is a unique combination of

evidence-based treatment and creativity using art, music and writing.

We use the arts to help individuals define themselves. We understand

that there is no single road to recovery and our services help individuals

and families find their own road to recovery.

Complementary Therapies:

• Art Therapy• Music Therapy• Journaling• Wellness• Drumming• Right Turn LIVE! Sober Café• Alumni Community• Del Fuegos Music Room & Studio• Yoga

Clincial Services:

• Extended Care Housing Program

for Men

• I ntensive Outpatient Program

• Intervention

• Medication Assisted Treatment

• Outpatient Services

• Family Services

the Right Turn team

a sober cafe

extended care housing programs

EXTENDED CARE HOUSING PROGRAMFOR MEN

Right Turn’s 4 - 6 month Extended Care Housing Program offers residents

the opportunity to establish healthy, sober relationships, within a safe, struc-

tured, and supportive environment. Clients are provided with comprehensive

services while enrolled in the Extended Care Housing Program, with full evalu-

ation and on-going care for psychiatric health, internal medicine, addiction

counseling, group therapy, one-on-one therapy, and self-help groups. Our two

facilities can accommodate up to 16 residents. Each offers a safe setting of

recovery in a beautifully renovated, historic New England house.

This home-like setting offers semi-private rooms with access to outdoor gar-

dens and areas for quiet reflection. Budgeting, housekeeping, self-care, menu

planning, and healthy meal preparation are among the life skills that we work

to rebuild. Health and wellness, nutrition, and daily exercise are included with

an on-site exercise room and local gym membership. Right Turn upholds the

highest standard of respect for people within our community, ensuring that the

Extended Care Housing Program is safe at all times for all individuals.

SAFE AND SUPPORTIVE Clients in our Extended Care Housing Program are provided

with comprehensive care in psychiatry, internal medicine, and

addiction counseling. Throughout their time in the program,

clients are supported in identifying and achieving

manageable goals with respect to education,

occupation, and family.

extended care housing programs

“Recovery is not a one-step process. It takes place incrementally “Recovery is not a one-step process. It takes place incrementally over time. Our IOP reflects that by offering a continuum over time. Our IOP reflects that by offering a continuum

of care with support at every stage.”of care with support at every stage.”

Located at 440 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA, this three to six month early recovery program

provides clinical services and structure for life in sobriety. Groups take place daily, Monday through

Friday. Individuals attend gender specific groups, receive weekly individual therapy, evaluations by our

physicians, family services, and are provided with resources in addiction education, relapse prevention,

anger management, wellness, yoga, nutrition, and expressive workshops that are unique to our program.

Our creative approach incorporates music, visual arts, creative writing, and other expressive therapies to

access the individual in a valuable way. Art serves as a language for communicating covert feelings and

exploring the fun side of recovery. We are skilled in treating a wide range of conditions, including chemical

abuse and dependence, process addictions, trauma, depression, anxiety, and other related disorders.

TO SCHEDULE AN INTERVENTION WITH WOODY, CALL: (617) 365-9460

INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (IOP)

5 days a week - 4 hours a day

Intervention is the process of helping family members and friends find the

help they need along with a safe treatment program for their loved ones who

are struggling with addiction or mental illness. Woody Giessmann is a Certified

ARISE Interventionist (CAI) and Certified Intervention Professional (CIP) and

Licensed Clinician (LADC) for the treatment of substance abuse and mental

health disorders.

The goal of the intervention is to get the person who is struggling with

addiction and/or mental illness into treatment. Woody works with the family

members in the selection of a safe and appropriate program, making all

arrangements for treatment. Additionally, Woody takes care of all practical

objectives, assists in packing the appropriate belongings, and coordinates all

travel arrangements, ensuring that the person arrives at the selected program

on the day of the intervention.

Intervention Services

To help people with their sobriety, our Outpatient Clinic offers a full range of supportive services.

These services are critical for successful recovery – completing a treatment program alone does

not ensure freedom from addiction. People beginning a new way of drug-free living are frequently

presented with challenges and temptations. This start of a sober life requires new ways of thinking

and coping, feeling connected to the recovery community, sober support groups, and constant

vigilance. Recovery is an on-going process, and the connection to after-care services provided

by our Outpatient Clinic is an important part of this process.

Outpatient Clinic Services include: • Psychiatry

• Individual Therapy

• Family Therapy

• Self-help Meetings & Support Groups

• Workshops

• Anger Management

• Relapse Prevention

medication assisted treatment (mat) programRight Turn provides a weekly program for people struggling with alcohol, opiate, and other addictions.

Along with psychosocial treatments such as therapy, group therapy, family services, psychiatry and self-help groups,

adjunct medication has been shown to be useful in reducing drinking or opiate use, and for maintaining sobriety.

The Right Turn MAT Program meets on Wednesdays from 9am to 1pm at 440 Arsenal Street in Watertown.

Right Turn provides individual and group therapy under the medical direction of Mark Albanese MD, and Clinical

Director Abby Dean LICSW. Our clinical staff will coordinate care with any referring physician, or other care

providers, in order to fully meet the needs of our clients.

outpatient services

At Right Turn, our approach incorporates family coping skills and strate-

gies to ensure a better outcome. We understand that substance use, and

other disorders, cause stress, confusion, and anxiety for family members.

To address these issues, Right Turn’s family specialists offer an array of

services designed to educate family members about addiction and

mental health along with a bi-weekly family support group, monthly

family workshop and family sessions with a therapist.

famILy SERVICES

medication assisted treatment (mat) program

RIGHT TURN LIVE!SATURDAYS 8PM - 10PMCreativity is an integral part of Right Turn, so much so that we are

a treatment program by day, and a performance center by night.

Whether there’s a famous rock star or an aspiring local poet on stage

at our Sober Café, Right Turn LIVE! gives people in recovery a safe and

welcoming performance venue. Right Turn LIVE! provides a creative

venue for the community of creative individuals who share a common

commitment to recovery.

Our performance space creates a sense of intimacy between audience and

performers, offers excellent sound quality, and provides a place where artistic

collaborations develop, and friendships grow. Right Turn LIVE! is a cornerstone

of our treatment model and our approach to rehabilitation. It’s also one of the

coolest places to get sober!

RIGHT TURN RADIOTwo-time Recipient of the National Media Award by The National Association of Social Workers, Right Turn Radio is the

country’s foremost program on addiction and mental health. It is just one more way that Right Turn reaches out to those

suffering from substance abuse, and their loved ones, offering hope and help for addiction. Right Turn Radio is available by

podcast through iTunes, and through our website: www.right-turn.org. For information regarding sponsorship or guest

appearances, contact Producer Jill Ruby at: info@right-turn.org.

FundraisingOur various fundraising efforts combine talent and dedication in crowd-pleasing events like Comics for Recovery, The

Super Group’s all-star rock concerts, The Del Fuegos reunion concerts, and golf tournaments featuring celebrity guests.

EVENTS AND

“We all put trust in each other, put differences aside andsupport each other as much as we can.” - Michael F.

Right Turn, Inc.440 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472

Phone: 781.646.3800Fax: 781.646.3188

Email: info@right-turn.org

Website: www.right-turn.org

Right Turn Board MembersGary HofstetterTim O’ConnerMatthew Berlin George S. Grey, Jr.

Bruce Mittman Helene Solomon Woody Giessmann

FUNDRAISing

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL US TODAY AT 1.781.646.3800

ConsultantsDave McDonnell Simon KirkeGabrielle Dean, LICSW

RIGHT TURN EXTENDED CARE HOUSINGTwo separate housing facilities accommodate up to 16 men.

Right Turn’s 4 - 6 month Extended Care Housing Program offers residents the opportunity to establish healthy, sober relationships, within a safe, structured, and supportive environment. Residents may also access the following Right Turn services: Clinical Services• Psychiatry• Psychotherapy• Addiction Counseling • Family Services and Workshops• Group Therapy • Case Management Complementary Therapies• Art Therapy• Music Therapy• Journaling• Wellness• Drumming• Right Turn LIVE! Sober Café• Alumni Community• Del Fuegos Music Room & Studio• Yoga

INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (IOP)Located in Watertown, MA, our intensive 3 – 6 month early recovery program provides:

Comprehensive & intensive treatment program 5-days a week

Clinical Services• Psychiatry• Psychotherapy• Addiction Counseling • Family Services and Workshops• Group Therapy • Case Management

MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT (MAT) PROGRAM • Evaluation, Prescribed Medication, and On-going Monitoring by a Board Certified Physician• Individual Counseling• Psychoeducation Groups• Group Therapy• Access to Many More Right Turn Services and Support Groups

OUTPATIENT SERVICES AND AFTERCARELocated in Watertown, MA our outpatient clinic provides:

• Psychiatry• Psychotherapy• Addiction Counseling • Family Services and Workshops• Group Therapy • Case Management Our services are available for Right Turn clients for ongoing support and aftercare.

INTERVENTION

• Guided by a Certified ARISE Interventionist Woody Giessmann, LADC-I, CADAC, CIP, CAI

• Friends, family and trained Interventionist work together to address the issues of addiction and family crisis. • Professional help is just a phone call away: 617.365.9460

EVENTS• Right Turn LIVE! Saturday Night Sober Café • Right Turn Radio podcast on iTunes• Comics for Recovery performances• The Super Group’s all-star rock concerts• Charity Golf Tournaments with celebrity guests • And much more!

AT A GLANCE

Right Turn, Inc. | 440 Arsenal St. Watertown, MA 02472 | Phone: 781.646.3800 | info@right-turn.org | www.right-turn.org

Complementary Therapies• Art Therapy• Music Therapy• Journaling• Wellness• Drumming• Right Turn LIVE! Sober Café• Alumni Community• Del Fuegos Music Room & Studio• Yoga