Plymouth House

Recreation, Fitness & Nutrition As Tools for Restoring the Whole Self

Clients engage in hiking, team sports, yoga, and art, all designed to rebuild physical strength, boost natural mood regulation, and teach joy in sobriety. Meals are chef-prepared with nutrient-dense, locally sourced ingredients, and guests learn how to sustain healthy eating habits post-treatment. Research shows that exercise and proper nutrition not only restore brain chemistry but also reduce relapse triggers, improve sleep, and enhance emotional regulation.

Gender-Specific Programs That Create Safe Spaces for Personal Growth

Tailored tracks for men and women are designed to address gender-specific challenges in recovery. For men, programming tackles themes like emotional expression, identity, and the pressures of masculinity. Workshops explore how anger, work-life balance, and fatherhood intersect with substance use. The women’s program incorporates trauma-informed care, recognizing the high prevalence of sexual and domestic abuse among female clients. Women's groups emphasize safety, peer support, and topics like motherhood and self-esteem, helping women form healthier bonds and trust in recovery.

Setting and Accommodations: A Retreat in the White Mountains

Nestled on a 60-acre property in the foothills of New Hampshire’s White Mountains, this facility provides a peaceful atmosphere. The natural setting reinforces healing, offering space for reflection, quiet, and activity. Shared accommodations are designed for comfort, with access to meditation rooms, walking paths, and serene outdoor areas. This calming backdrop supports introspection, reduces external distractions, and complements the facility’s emphasis on spiritual renewal.

Structured and Spiritual Recovery

Treatment combines licensed clinical therapy with deep 12-Step immersion. Clients are assigned a dedicated therapist and a 12-Step contact, akin to a sponsor, who guides them through the first seven Steps. Evidence-based and trauma therapy are integrated with group sessions and peer mentorship. This dual model helps clients work through both emotional wounds and spiritual disconnection, addressing the whole person in recovery.

Patient Reviews

Many former clients describe Plymouth House as a place of spiritual renewal and strong peer support. The structured 12-Step approach and the community atmosphere are frequently highlighted, along with the compassion and professionalism of the staff. Alumni often report a lasting sense of connection to both the facility and their recovery path.