Bradford at Madison

Residential Campus Designed for Stability

Located just outside Huntsville, Alabama, Bradford at Madison provides a residential campus for adults seeking help with substance use. Treatment often begins with medical withdrawal management, delivered on site so clients can stabilize in one place before moving into the larger program. A predictable daily schedule and 24/7 staff presence create a contained, accountable environment for people who need structure to interrupt substance use and focus on recovery.

Whole-Person Care for Substance Use and Mental Health

The center treats substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions together. Treatment plans combine evidence-based therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, trauma-focused counseling, and 12-step work. Medications for addiction treatment (MAT) and other prescribed medications can be integrated into care when appropriate, helping clients manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings so they can engage more fully in therapy.

Experiential, Family, and Spiritual Options

Clients participate in individual and group sessions, plus experiential options such as art activities, fitness, yoga, ropes courses, and recreation therapy. Mindfulness, meditation, and spirituality groups give clients additional tools to manage stress and find meaning in recovery, without requiring a particular belief system. Family sessions help loved ones understand substance use, improve communication, and prepare for the transition home.

Specialized Program for Veterans and Working Adults

The Hero’s Path program offers specialized care for veterans and active-duty military members. This track focuses on the impact of service-related trauma, chronic pain, grief, and post-traumatic stress (PTSD), using trauma-informed therapy and peer connection to address the unique challenges that often accompany military life.

Step-Down Care and Long-Term Support

Bradford at Madison is part of a larger continuum of care that includes partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient programs (IOP), and other outpatient services. Clients can step down to morning or evening outpatient sessions, allowing them to resume work, school, or caregiving responsibilities while continuing therapy and, when needed, MAT. Alumni-style groups, continuing-care meetings, and other long-term support systems are available for up to two years after program completion, helping clients stay connected to peers.

Client Reviews

Reviews of Bradford at Madison highlight caring staff and helpful groups, with many clients crediting the program with giving them tools to stay substance-free. Others describe mixed experiences with the environment, communication, and discharge or medication processes.

• Facility & Environment (70% positive): Many reviewers describe a clean campus with good food and spaces to relax between groups. Others mention maintenance problems or feeling unsafe in the co-ed housing. "They make sure you're comfortable and they help in every way they can."
• Staff & Care Experience (70% positive): Many clients and family members praise the nursing staff, counselors, and support team as patient, encouraging, and invested in their recovery. Others report negative interactions with certain staff members. "Caring staff counselors and staff."
• Treatment Quality & Outcomes (75% positive): Many reviewers say Bradford at Madison helped them detox safely, learn coping skills, and stay sober. Others felt care was too medication-focused or light on counseling. "I learned a lot about sobriety and I feel like it saved my life and family. I’m very thankful."
• Access & Process (60% positive): Some reviewers describe admissions, step-down options, and follow-up care as helpful and organized. Others report frustration with communication about discharges, medication continuity, phone access, or billing. "Bradford addresses and treats the whole person physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually."
• Support & Community (80% positive): Many reviews highlight strong peer support, engaging groups, and alumni or step-down programs that help people stay connected in recovery. A smaller number of families wanted clearer communication. "I enjoyed all the groups & learned useful info from every counselor."