American Addiction Centers in the News

In this intriguing article featured in U.S. Veterans Magazine, we learn about a new approach to helping Veterans break through trauma and repressed emotions: horseback psychotherapy (clinically known as psychotherapy incorporating equine, or PIE). PIE takes equine-assisted therapy—which involves individuals working with horses, often grooming or feeding them, or simply being in their presence—a step […]

In recent years, our nation has grappled with an escalating overdose epidemic, a crisis that has only deepened amid the backdrop of a global pandemic. The latest CDC report paints a grim picture, revealing that drug overdoses have surged to an all-time high. This alarming trend underscores the urgent need for enhanced mental health support […]

In an enlightening piece from the Dallas Express, lead therapist Esther Ontiveros-Flores introduces us to acudetox. A method being used at AAC’s Greenhouse Treatment Center to support Veterans on their recovery journey. This practice is steeped in the traditions of ancient eastern alternative medicine, specifically leveraging auricular acupuncture. It’s a holistic practice designed to harmonize […]

In a recent feature in Authority Magazine, Tyler Harrell, the Vice President of Operations at American Addiction Centers, shared his expert insights on the critical fixes needed for our country’s ailing mental health system. With a focus on the vital role of first responders and front-line personnel in addressing mental health and substance use disorder […]

American Addiction Centers (AAC) announced today the promotion of two of its healthcare executives, Dr. David Hans and Ellen-Jo Boschert, to the role of Chief Executive Officer of the company. They succeed the former CEO, Dr. Tom Britton. AAC thanks Dr. Britton for his leadership and contribution to the company’s success. “As one of the […]