Chateau Health & Wellness

If you, a friend, employee, spouse, whatever are looking for help stop and read this for a minute. I wanted to make a post because it has been two years since I walked through the doors. I am a first responder (you don't have to be but they work well with them) dealt with stuff at work but also in my personal life. Prior to coming to chateau I drank crazy amounts (whatever your thinking probably more) just to get away from myself, stop my mind, and to feel normal. I didn't even need to be happy, I would pray and plead can I just please feel normal for a few days. I don't even care if I'm happy just not miserable. I decided I was going to end it and had a note written out. Before I did it (nobody knew I had plans till I talked about it at chateau) I was basically forced to go to chateau. That's right I didn't pick it, I was made to go. I had every excuse not to go. What's it gonna cost, how can I make it work with my family, I'm not just some drunk I don't need to go to a detox I need help, all of it. The most scared I have ever been was walking through the doors. They handled everything. They made sure I was good medically, got my meds right, they helped me deal with cravings, they had tons of great therapy, tons of new tools and coping mechanisms I never had, and new ways of taking care of myself. They let you get workouts in, you eat like a freaking king (or queen) and it was the first time in my life I had ever felt unconditional love from strangers. Whatever you did is probably bad, I guarantee 6 other people there at the same time as you have done it. The therapists are the first ones I ever opened up too. I sat in a lot of sessions before this but never was able to have them do what they could there. The staff are largely all people with past trauma, addiction, etc that came out the other side and know what it's like. They don't just say it they lived the same crap you are now. I stayed 2 weeks longer than my 30 days to work on a few things and when I got out I was sober and the normal weeks were back. I even felt happy. You know why you haven't been able to fix yourself? because you're beyond your capabilities. You are not beyond theirs though. They will fix you and will save your life. They did mine. I have a wife and two kids and they would not have me if it wasn't for chateau. I would have never in a million years got a company logo tattooed on me 2 1/2 years ago. I thought it was stupid. Guess who got a chateau tattoo for their first tattoo. A lot of us have. Not because anyone asked us too (in fact they would probably tell us it's impulsive but hey I waited 2 years and still wanted it) but that's the magnitude of what they did for us. That's the kind of company they are. There is no level of gratitude I can show that will match the gift they gave me. Besides just you, they will help teach your family (if they are up for it) about the symptoms while your gone too so they actually understand what is happening when you can't explain it yourself. Once you're out they check in on you, have group chats, a mentor, weekly group meetings, a podcast, and most importantly they help you have a plan when you go back. People don't talk like this about random treatment facilities. People go through dozens before they get clean. This isnt about sobering up or getting through this mess you're in. This is about helping you fix what is broken for good. You wont regret it. Whatever your hesitation is pick up the phone and talk to them. They have ways to help you get there. I wanted to post this not cause I started by believing in them but because I started by doubting them and became a believer. Pick up the phone, you have nothing to lose and everything to gain. You're loved even if you don't know it, you are worth saving even if you don't feel it, and you can be saved even if you don't believe it. NoOneFightsAlone LFC

I did not personally partake in Chateau however my loved one did, and I am forever grateful for Chateau. My loved one needed help and a friend recommended this treatment center. My loved one initially had struggles during the beginning of treatment I’m sure, like most everyone does, however once he was able to let his guard down, he was able to encapsulate different techniques, conversations, therapies etc. that helped give him the tools to assist in his everyday stressors. I too was given ‘homework assignments’ to assist in my loved ones’ healing process. What I admire about Chateau the most is that once you leave Chateau they don’t forget about you. There are continued support groups online and text threads that my loved one participates in and the staff are still available if my loved one is struggling. Through these outlets my loved one has gained support and friendships from individuals who weren’t even in Chateau while he was there, which shows great comradery. I am forever grateful for my loved one receiving treatment, and I believe it helped save his life. *One thing to note and I know every situation is so different. In our situation my loved one went to Chateau pretty immediately with little time to prepare (maybe 2 days). That being said, it was the first time he or I have ever experienced going to a mental health / wellness center. We didn’t know what to expect. I did receive a packet of this information a couple of days after he was in Chateau, but we were unable to go over the packet together in particular discussing who he wanted me to share updates about him to, or ask to be included in the ‘homework assignments’

As a clinical psychologist who works primarily with first responders, Chateau is my go to for treatment! I am consistently impressed with their professionalism, personal connection, and the treatment clients receive. This is not a surface level improvement or shift in symptoms, rather they do deep work with sustained results. I am forever grateful for the quality of services they provide to my clients!

As a first responder, asking for help doesn’t come easy, but The Chateau gave me the time to feel safe again. They see you—not just your job, not just your struggles, but the person underneath it all. Their holistic, trauma-informed approach allows vulnerability in a supportive, caring environment without pressure. They don’t just help you heal while you’re there; they help equip you for the continuing journey of recovery and resilience long after you leave. To all of the staff at the Chateau, thank you!

Chateau saved my life. I came in with rage from trauma I’ve collected throughout my life and I am now leaving with a peaceful heart and ready to live my life out to the fullest. With Rana as my mentor, she was so incredibly encouraging and patient with me as I walked through the process of unpacking my issues and making sense of them so I could heal. The staff was incredible with their purposeful approach to helping anyone take their own journey. Last, I found Chateau’s aftercare to stand above the rest of the recovery programs I researched. Thanks Chateau and staff!

I have been genuinely impressed with the Chateau from the warm welcome, to the professionalism, and the seamless care provided. Brad Shepherd has played an integral role in securing treatment for many officers in need of a higher level of care. The treatment plan, staff, and holistic approach utilized have proven to be effective and life changing for many. I confidently recommend the Chateau.

Chateau is a wonderful facility that meets the needs of any first responder using their services. Their level of care goes above and beyond! Chateau is changing lives and helping first responders avoid pitfalls and furthering careers. Truly thankful for what they do!

I spent nearly three weeks at Chateau and did not receive EMDR or brain spotting despite those services being advertised. Neurofeedback was offered but not administered in a way that allowed it to be effective. Repeated requests to address a roommate issue affecting my treatment were not acted on for days, despite available beds. After discharge, a sealed, non-perishable package addressed to me was opened and discarded without my consent, despite assurances it would be returned or forwarded. I was refused reimbursement and was not provided documentation showing authority to open my mail post discharge. Based on my experience, this facility did not deliver the services represented. If you're looking for treatment for substance use, non chemical addictions, or ptsd not related to first responders, go somewhere else.