The people leaving one star reviews are likely those who have had no prior experience with…read moretreatment or simply could not commit themselves to the sacrifices that residential treatment requires. I would like to preface this by saying I am in no way connected to this facility by family relationship or paid testimonial, and completed a full 90 days here. I have experienced truly horrible treatment at other facilities and was incredibly hesitant to come to residential treatment here. I came in incredibly skeptical and vocal of my skepticism. From the very first time I spoke to Madison, the admissions director, I was immediately put at ease. Though I experienced challenges throughout my time here, the staff has handled them professionally and ensured my comfort and safety throughout. The administrative staff handles feedback very well and are willing to make reasonable changes to programming as appropriate. I came in largely not wanting to get sober for the long run, and am leaving both inspired and hopeful in my recovery. Before attending Momenta, I could not imagine a future for myself, and I could not be more grateful to the staff here for their help in ensuring I felt confident in my life and recovery before discharge. Alumni are a huge part of the program here. We frequently had past clients speak at Friday meetings, or come by for dinner. This in itself is a huge testament to Momenta's commitment to support not only while clients are in the program, but as they progress to other living situations and stages of their recovery. I have made connections here that I feel confident will last a lifetime, and I know that should I ever struggle in the future, Momenta will continue to be a resource for me. I am incredibly grateful for this program, the staff, and fellow clients. I would recommend this program to anyone struggling with trauma or addiction.

Before I share about my personal (incredible experience) at Momenta I would first like to address…read morethe negative reviews left by people because they nearly prevented me from coming to the most remarkable healing journey I have embarked on to date. I do not doubt or question that what was shared was how they felt their experience was for them. However, as a woman in her mid 40s and a business owner I will also say that having been through Momenta and experienced love, honesty, rigorous reflection and hard work as a result of what the Momenta team helped me to discover within, I can honestly say, that if someone is asked to leave it is for both the safety of the the fellow women in residence as well as acknowledging that Momenta has tried every reasonable path to help the individual and it is no longer in their best interest to stay there, whatever the reason may be. That is very comforting to me. So please do not let one persons experience deter you from finding the healing, peace, love and (for me the most crucial piece of the experience) only authentic sense of Safety I've ever known. I came to Momenta broken beyond all recognition. I truly was unable to discern what was real from what was not real. I had been numbing a lifetime of traumas (big and small) with substances which "worked" until they didn't. When I initially went, I figured if I can just deal with my traumas in a healthy way then I won't have issues with addiction. For me, I came to discover that was not my truth. Instead I learned that getting better wasn't simply a matter of dealing with my traumas, getting "sober" or just dealing with life better. Recovery is a journey that one must choose every day and if one does, Momenta is a beautiful place to get started on it. There I learned to love and trust myself for the first time. I learned what a healthy community looked and felt like for the first time and how much I enjoyed and need it in my life. I learned that life is going to keep throwing hard things at you regardless of whether you are on this journey or not, but with the right tools and support it is much easier to get through. I lost my mom unexpectedly half way through and had to leave for a brief time to attend to that. Every day, every step of the way, I was held, loved, supported and NEVER FELT ALONE through one of the most painful experiences of my life. I can not fathom how I would have gotten through that and remained sober without the people and principles taught at Momenta. Since completing my 90 days at Momenta life has continued to be difficult, challenging, uncertain and frustrating. However, I now get to experience it fully which includes being present, feeling not just the hard but the beautiful moments too. I am discovering a playfulness within myself that had long since been shoved out of sight and am trustful that it is safe to do so as often as I choose. I am learning how to use my voice in effective ways. So many tools I was not only taught but was able to practice so that when it comes time to use them in "real life" it doesn't feel intimidating but empowering. I could go on and on, but this is already too long as it is and I would rather you just call and speak with any one on staff there about any questions or concerns you have about attending. You will be so glad you did. Even if you decide Momenta isn't right for you, I would be willing to bet, you will have a life changing phone conversation at the very least. Yes, Momenta is that amazing from start to finish. Except there is no finish. Once you are there, you are family. Period.