Welcome to Riverside Recovery

A serene, nature-immersed space for focused healing and transformation.

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Riverside Recovery

Located near the James River in Alberta, Riverside Recovery is a residential facility that offers primary care in a safe, private, and nurturing environment.

Surrounded by 27 acres of tranquil countryside, Riverside provides the perfect setting to pause, reflect, and rebuild. Whether you’re just beginning your recovery or continuing the journey, our expert team is here to walk with you—every step of the way.

Occupancy

30 beds

Minimum stay

30 days

Address 

54037 James River Rd, James River Bridge, AB T0M 1C0, Canada

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How We Support You

24/7 care tailored to your path to recovery.

Unhealthy Habits & Lifestyle Challenges

  • Breaking Destructive Patterns
  • Managing Stress & Emotional Turbulence
  • Restoring Work-Life Balance
  • Reconnecting with the Body & Mind

Personal Growth & Resilience Building

  • Building Emotional Strength
  • Working Through Fear & Self-Doubt
  • Developing Mindfulness & Self-Awareness
  • Healing from Trauma & Navigating Change

A Holistic, Personalised Approach to Well-Being

Healing goes deeper than symptoms. That’s why our approach focuses on the whole person—mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual. Each treatment plan is carefully crafted to meet your needs, combining clinical expertise with holistic care. With 24/7 guidance, you’ll feel supported and empowered to make lasting change, one step at a time.

Explore Our Full Offering

Comprehensive programming for complete mind-body healing.

Our residential programs are designed with long-term success in mind. A minimum stay of 30 days is required, with extended options for 45, 60, or 90 days depending on individual needs. Every plan includes:

    Structured, Residential Care

    We provide a safe, supportive environment with 24/7 professional care and a structured daily schedule. Each client begins with a minimum 30-day stay, with options to extend to 45, 60, or 90 days based on individual recovery goals.

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    Therapeutic & Holistic Services

    Our programming combines evidence-based therapies with holistic support. This includes one-on-one and small group counselling, psychoeducational groups, trauma-informed care, family therapy, and mindfulness-based practices.

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    Aftercare for Long-Term Recovery

    We understand that healing continues after treatment ends. That’s why every plan includes 12 months of personalised aftercare support to help clients maintain progress and stay connected during the transition back to daily life.

Nature, comfort, and connection—all in one healing space.

Comfort & Peace

Riverside Recovery offers everything you need to focus fully on your recovery journey in comfort and peace:

  • Dorm-style rooms (three bunk beds per room) and shared washrooms
  • Individual cabins (rustic and modern options) for a more private stay
  • Scenic walking trails, a river, wooded areas, and wide-open spaces

Recreational amenities including:

  • Baseball diamond
  • Soccer field
  • Volleyball court
  • Mini golf course
  • Canoeing and paddle boats
  • Auditorium
  • Small riding arena with horses
  • Nutritious, chef-prepared meals designed with recovery in mind
  • Dedicated spaces for group therapy, dining, and connection

This environment helps support both emotional healing and physical well-being—encouraging rest, renewal, and meaningful growth.

Our Evidence-Based & Holistic Therapies Include

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – Helps you identify and reframe negative thought patterns to support healthier behaviours and coping strategies.
  • Group Therapy – Offers peer support, shared insight, and a sense of connection through guided therapeutic discussion in a safe setting.
  • Individual Counselling – Provides one-on-one support tailored to your personal challenges, goals, and healing journey.
  • Trauma-Informed Therapy – Supports recovery from past trauma using compassionate, evidence-based approaches that prioritise safety and trust.
  • Family Programming – Strengthens relationships through education, communication tools, and inclusive support for loved ones.
  • Mindfulness Practices – Promotes emotional regulation, stress reduction, and self-awareness through meditation, breathwork, and grounding techniques.
  • Custom Aftercare Planning – Prepares you for life beyond treatment with a personalised recovery plan and ongoing support for long-term success.

Why Choose Riverside Recovery?

  • Set on 27 acres of stunning natural surroundings for peaceful healing
  • Small occupancy (30 beds) for more personalized attention
  • 30–90 day residential options based on your needs
  • A strong foundation of evidence-based and holistic care
  • Access to 12 months of aftercare and continued support
  • Compassionate, non-judgmental, and professional care 24/7
  • At Riverside, we offer more than treatment—we offer transformation.

Meet Your Therapy Team

Chris Doyle

Program Director

Holly Stewart

Managing Director

Dr. Seyedhossein Vahidtari

Addiction Medicine | Orthopaedic Surgeon

Sarah Azzam, BAH, CYCW

Psychotherapist

Tara Maggiacomo

CoMental Health Counsellor

Giulia Giatti

Mental Health Counsellor

Victoria Conforti

Mental Health Counsellor

Christina Protomanni

Mental Health Counsellor

Natalia Barillari

Mental Health Counsellor

Marcus Doyle

Addictions and Mental Health Counsellor

Ricky Nip

Addictions and Mental Health Counsellor

Olivia Melillo

Addictions and Mental Health Counsellor

Sue Chahal

Mental Health Counsellor

Cecile Case

Registered Practical Nurse

Stacey Beaulieu

Personal Support Worker

Mav Singh

Intake Team

Brett Lawson

Intake Coordinator

Robert Hartounian

Chef

Angie Triumbari

Yoga Teacher, Fitness Trainer

Kenneth Ng

Amanda

Personal Trainer

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Expert-Led, Tailored Support for Lasting Well-Being

Care you can trust—from professionals who care deeply.

Our multidisciplinary team includes highly trained therapists, medical professionals, counsellors, nutritionists, and support staff. Each member of our team shares a commitment to your well-being and long-term recovery.

Psychologist

One-to-one therapy designed to help you navigate mental, emotional, and behavioural challenges with evidence-based strategies.

Addiction Therapist

Personalised guidance to uncover the root causes of stress and emotional difficulties while developing healthier coping mechanisms.

12-Step Therapist

A flexible approach to recovery, offering support for those exploring or seeking alternative, holistic methods.

Equine Therapist

Connect with nature and build confidence through guided equine-assisted therapy, fostering emotional awareness and self-esteem.

Trauma-Informed Therapy

Address past experiences with specialised, evidence-based trauma therapies, helping you heal deeply and regain control.

Wellness & Outdoor Healing

Immerse yourself in nature with activities like guided nature walks, yoga, Pilates, and group fitness sessions, all designed to restore balance, promote mindfulness, and enhance overall well-being.


We provide 24/7 support and ongoing guidance—ensuring that you feel seen, heard, and safe throughout your stay. You’ll never walk alone on your healing journey.

Need our help?

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Your path to a balanced, fulfilling life starts here

Healing begins with one step. Take yours today.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Yes. Riverside Recovery is a residential facility, offering inpatient rehab and primary care, with 24-hour medical and therapeutic supervision and support.

    Our carefully scheduled, personalized programs enable you to completely focus on getting sober and well without the usual everyday distractions. They offer a perfect balance of therapeutic techniques and treatment approaches to ensure deep transformational healing and successful long-term recovery – and require a minimum 30-day stay.

    The main benefit of choosing a residential treatment program is the level of care and supervision you receive. Medical and therapeutic supervision and support is available 24/7, creating a safe environment for you to step away from the distractions of everyday life and focus fully on your recovery.

    The structured schedule and intensive therapy significantly reduce the risk of relapse or swapping one addiction for another.

    In addition, benefits include a supportive group environment with those facing similar challenges, a chance to hit the reset button on life and relearn and reform old patterns of thought and behaviour, and the opportunity to work through complex issues and try new things in a safe, nurturing environment.

    Each personalized treatment plan at Riverside Recovery requires a minimum 30-day admission.

    We also offer 45-, 60-, and 90-day stays if extended residential care is necessary.

    We have the capacity for just 30 clients at a time.

    This exclusive approach means we are able to offer additional benefits to those in need, including a higher level of personal, individualized care and 24/7 professional supervision and support.

    At Riverside Recovery we evaluate, diagnose and treat addictions and co-occurring mental health disorders

    We know that co-occurring mental health issues must be simultaneously addressed while addiction is being treated, to guarantee long-lasting recovery and decrease the risk of relapse.

    Our cutting-edge, tailored treatments offer one of the only non-12-step approaches to recovery and include a combination of evidence-based therapies and holistic practices.

    Therapies include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Yoga and Meditation.

    Medical detox – under medical supervision and guidance – is often the first step in any addiction treatment program.

    Each person experiences drug and alcohol withdrawal differently, and the symptoms and side effects of withdrawal can vary from mild to severe.

    Typically, the entire detox process will take 3, 5, or 7 days depending on a number of factors, including the individual, the substances that were used, and the presence of any underlying co-occurring mental health conditions.

    Detoxing and going ‘cold turkey’ without supervision under professional guidance is not recommended. It can be dangerous and even life threatening and can cause severe mental and physical symptoms and side effects.

    At Riverside Recovery, we understand that when addiction treatment is completed with us, this is just the beginning of the recovery journey. Staying sober during the first 6–12 months after residential treatment can be challenging and we are here to support our clients every step of the way. 

    Our expert team will guide, motivate and support you as you transition back to everyday life, and ensure you have all the tools necessary to sustain your recovery.

    Your personalized aftercare plan will help you stay on track with your recovery and include follow-up therapy sessions as needed.