Avatar’s Residential Detox Program for substance use disorder and co-occurring disorders offers multiple treatment pathways to assist individuals in regaining a healthy and stable quality of life free of addiction. Avatar combines traditional approaches, Trauma Informed Treatment, EMDR, multiple evidence-based treatments, and holistic therapies to pave the road to long-term addiction recovery while treating co-occurring disorders.
Our multi-disciplinary team of skilled substance use disorder and Certified Clinical Trauma professionals will provide unparalleled support for you and your family throughout your recovery. Our innovative approach and continuum of care empowers clients to transform their lives and achieve long-term recovery while addressing the trauma that has long impacted their recovery process.
Our daily operations adhere to a strict mission to provide reliable, high-quality medical treatment for adults experiencing complex physical dependence and co-occurring clinical symptoms.
We engage individuals in a structured environment that fosters systemic healing from the disease of addiction in a dignified, holistic manner. By employing a multi-disciplinary team of highly skilled, Certified Clinical Trauma Professionals (CCTP) and EMDR specialists, we ensure that every person receives compassionate care that addresses physical symptoms and psychological vulnerabilities simultaneously.
Our systemic vision focuses on serving the regional community, reducing the public stigma associated with dependency conditions, and highlighting the precise impact of trauma on the physical recovery journey. We treat the root physiological causes of chronic dependence while equipping families with the educational resources needed to build long-term stability.
Clinical interventions merge traditional medical sciences with certified somatic modalities to support the entire nervous system during acute withdrawal.
Our admissions advisors and licensed clinicians operate around the clock to coordinate immediate placements within 15 minutes of your initial call. Whether you need to verify private insurance benefits, arrange complimentary door-to-door transit, or discuss personalized clinical trauma protocols, our executive team handles every inquiry with 100% HIPAA-compliant confidentiality.
Meet our TeamOur licensed clinical staff administers research-backed behavioral therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and certified trauma interventions like Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Data shows that integrating trauma resolution with acute physical stabilization lowers 12-month inpatient return-to-use metrics substantially compared to traditional isolated detox protocols.
Non-denominational principles assist patients in constructing a resilient personal framework to restore the mind, body, and spirit. These structured practices run alongside conventional medical therapies to ensure optimal long-term clinical outcomes.
Physical healing is accelerated by structural wellness programs utilizing our specialized on-site spaces. Our curriculum includes weekly equine therapies, yoga sessions, and individualized, nutritionally balanced meal plans created by an executive chef and registered dietitian to repair metabolic depletion caused by prolonged chemical dependency.
Our high-tier environment removes external stressors, allowing patients to dedicate 100% of their focus toward early recovery milestones.
Our modern, state-of-the-art facility is situated on 10 private acres of land in Ringwood, Passaic County, New Jersey. The campus features an advanced fitness center, dedicated yoga studio, private fully furnished luxury rooms with attached private bathrooms, and staff-monitored secure lockers for patient belongings.
The facility is fully staffed by a renowned team of psychiatrists, board-certified physicians, registered nurses, advanced practice nurses (APNs), licensed clinicians, and dedicated case managers. Executive leadership includes Founder and CEO Pinal Patel, Chief Clinical Officer Jacqueline Felczak (LPC, LCADC, ACS, CCTP), and Chief Operating Officer Eddie J. Mann (MSW, LCSW, LCADC, CCS).