Press Releases

Mountainside clinicians Alyssa Unikewicz and Marissa Bascom share their best tips for navigating holiday stress without alcohol.

Connecticut rehab is 1 of 3 in the country to hold 3.7 ASAM certification as well as dual accreditation Canaan, CT – With two epidemics raging – COVID-19 and the opioid crisis – access to high-quality mental health services is even more urgently needed. Mountainside treatment center in Canaan, Connecticut is the only rehab in […]

Canaan, CT – Winter invokes happy memories of watching holiday movies and building snow forts for some, but for others, the season can create added mental health woes. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a form of depression that typically surfaces during the fall and winter, can wreak havoc on sufferers’ overall well-being. This rings especially true against […]

Mountainside’s Healthy Holidays event will help participants handle typical holiday stressors and the distinct set of new challenges presented by the pandemic.

The pandemic has created concerns about many social issues, including the onset or worsening of substance use disorders.

This year’s many stressors have made it more critical than ever that Americans invest in their mental health.

New York, NY – 2020 has been a draining year so far for many, especially those battling substance use and mental health disorders. To share stress reduction and self-care techniques with community members, Mountainside hosted “The Art of Living Well” last Saturday. The virtual event shared practical tips for healthy living designed to be informative for […]

Virtual event invites community members to learn techniques for healthier living and easing stress  New York, NY – During this turbulent year, many are facing unprecedented stress due to the current state of the world, from health and economic concerns to anxiety about returning to work and school. Considering the dizzying pace of life right […]

Canaan, CT – With the pandemic showing few signs of slowing down, many parents are struggling to adapt to the prolonged pressures associated with quarantine. Juggling homeschooling or childcare responsibilities during the stay-at-home order has been the norm for some families, with parents trying to maintain work-life balance as they hold down their careers outside […]

Canaan, CT – During this deadly time in the nation’s history, another threat – the opioid epidemic – has been out of focus but has not vanished. Opioids continue to present a significant public health threat – one that will likely be amplified by the recent rise of a powerful designer drug known as isotonitazene. […]

Approximately eight million Americans currently struggle with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. This number is likely to rise as the coronavirus pandemic persists, taking a greater emotional toll on those in quarantine. In recognition of this and to help spread awareness about the impact of trauma, Mountainside treatment center will observe PTSD Awareness Day on June 27. […]

Canaan, CT – Father’s Day is June 21st, a time to thank father figures everywhere for their strength and commitment to their families. While the holiday is certainly a cause for celebration, it can also be a vulnerable time for those who have strained relationships with their fathers. Mountainside not only offers support and recovery […]