Turning Point Recovery Center Inc
Overview
A full continuum of step-down substance use and co-occurring mental health treatment in a small-group environment of no more than 10 clients. Care plans include individual, group, and family therapy, holistic activities like yoga, art therapy, and fitness, and access to a wellness center. Turning Point Recovery Center provides treatment to clients in Albuquerque and the surrounding New Mexico area.
Ages Served
- Adults (Ages 26-64)
- Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
Genders Accepted
- Female
- Male
Languages Served
- English
Treatment
- Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
- Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
- Regular outpatient treatment
Special Programs
- Service members
- Adult men
- Adult women
- Court referrals
- Past domestic violence
- Past sexual abuse
- Past trauma
- Mental health disorders
- HIV/AIDS
- Pregnant/postpartum
- Veterans
- Pain management
- Seniors
Who is this facility a good fit for?
Best fit if: Adults who need step-down care, from withdrawal management (detox), through residential, outpatient, and sober living; want a small-group, home-like environment; have co-occurring mental health needs; have private insurance, Medicaid, or can self pay.
Not a fit if: Need hospital-based treatment; want a less structured or self-directed approach; are looking for a luxury or resort-like environment; do not have insurance and are unable to self pay.
What to expect
Developing your care plan
- Screening and assessment: Medical screening and clinical assessments help staff determine the level of care needed, mental health requirements, and client goals.
- Personalized treatment: Clinicians develop care plans adapted to client needs. These can include therapy, skills groups, fitness activities, and medication support when needed.
Who you will meet with
- Therapists: Licensed therapists foster individual, group, and family therapy, and help to guide care plans.
- Nurse practitioners: Nurses are in charge of medication management and address mental health concerns.
- Certified peer support workers: These professionals provide mentorship and teach early recovery skills based on lived experience.
Typical schedule
- Daily programming: Clients participate in therapy sessions, recovery education, trauma-informed counseling, and 12-step groups.
- Wellness: Outdoor activities, yoga, meditation, and fitness training are woven into the schedule.
- Downtime: Between therapy sessions, clients can spend time outside, journal, relax with peers, read, or watch TV.
Living experiences and amenities
- Home-like setting: The residence is a spacious, modern home. Shared bedrooms have twin beds, desks, and personal storage space. The living room has comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV.
- Shared meals: Clients eat together in communal dining areas and have access to coffee and beverage stations.
- Outdoor spaces: Outside, clients can enjoy the yard and shaded patio, or sit near the pond, which has a calming rock fountain.
- Wellness center: Clients visit the facility’s wellness center about once a week, where they can use a gym and a sauna, as well as participate in health-related workshops.
Aftercare
- Next steps planning: Before discharge, staff help clients form a long-term recovery plan. Step-down options include IOP, outpatient care, sober living, and continuing individual therapy.
- Recovery services: Staff can assist clients with finding employment counseling, recovery coaching, and peer support, and help them navigate social services.
- Community connections: Clients are introduced to 12-step groups, and are encouraged to continue attending meetings and maintaining support networks long-term.
What to expect
Developing your care plan
- Screening and assessment: Medical screening and clinical assessments help staff determine the level of care needed, mental health requirements, and client goals.
- Personalized treatment: Clinicians develop care plans adapted to client needs. These can include therapy, skills groups, fitness activities, and medication support when needed.
Who you will meet with
- Therapists: Licensed therapists foster individual, group, and family therapy, and help to guide care plans.
- Nurse practitioners: Nurses are in charge of medication management and address mental health concerns.
- Certified peer support workers: These professionals provide mentorship and teach early recovery skills based on lived experience.
Typical schedule
- Daily programming: Clients participate in therapy sessions, recovery education, trauma-informed counseling, and 12-step groups.
- Wellness: Outdoor activities, yoga, meditation, and fitness training are woven into the schedule.
- Downtime: Between therapy sessions, clients can spend time outside, journal, relax with peers, read, or watch TV.
Living experiences and amenities
- Home-like setting: The residence is a spacious, modern home. Shared bedrooms have twin beds, desks, and personal storage space. The living room has comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV.
- Shared meals: Clients eat together in communal dining areas and have access to coffee and beverage stations.
- Outdoor spaces: Outside, clients can enjoy the yard and shaded patio, or sit near the pond, which has a calming rock fountain.
- Wellness center: Clients visit the facility’s wellness center about once a week, where they can use a gym and a sauna, as well as participate in health-related workshops.
Aftercare
- Next steps planning: Before discharge, staff help clients form a long-term recovery plan. Step-down options include IOP, outpatient care, sober living, and continuing individual therapy.
- Recovery services: Staff can assist clients with finding employment counseling, recovery coaching, and peer support, and help them navigate social services.
- Community connections: Clients are introduced to 12-step groups, and are encouraged to continue attending meetings and maintaining support networks long-term.
Verified Admissions Experience
Anonymous admissions inquiry conducted via phone on March 10, 2026, to evaluate response time, transparency, and patient experience. When we reached out to Turning Point Recovery Center, the admissions team was prompt and supportive. They walked through the residential environment, admissions, and activities. The conversation felt friendly and informative, with clear details about cost, insurance, and day-to-day schedules.
Client Reviews
Most clients describe a supportive team and a program that offers multiple levels of care, including detox, residential, and telehealth IOP. A smaller number mention issues with intake and communication.
- Treatment Quality & Outcomes (95% positive): Many clients say the program helped them build practical recovery skills through structured groups, step-down options, and an emphasis on accountability. A few reviews describe that the approach didn’t match their expectations. "They provide tools and resources to keep you on the right track."
- Staff & Care Experience (95% positive): Reviews frequently mention staff as welcoming, respectful, and genuinely supportive across detox, residential, and outpatient services. A handful of clients report issues with individual staff members. "All the staff is very professional."
- Facility & Environment (90% positive): Clients often call out a comfortable setting and wellness-focused amenities that make treatment feel more manageable. A few reviews suggest that some program rules felt restrictive. "The PEMF beds were one of my favorite things to use."
- Support & Community (90% positive): Many reviews highlight peer connection and a “family-like” recovery community, including sober living and ongoing groups that help people stay engaged after initial treatment. Some clients wanted clearer expectations around communication with loved ones. "Clients became friends that I can rely upon for support."
Facility Transparency
- Verified by Start Your Recovery: A comprehensive review of the facility’s website and public documentation was completed on March 3, 2026, to ensure marketing claims align with actual service offerings.
- Pre-Admissions Experience Evaluation: Most recent call conducted on March 3, 2026.
Cost and Insurance
Insurance Accepted
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- Molina Healthcare
- TriWest
- Other Private Insurance
Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.
Financial Assistance
- Does not offer Free
- Does not offer Payment assistance
- Does not offer Sliding fee scale
Treatment
Treatment Setting
- Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
- Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
- Regular outpatient treatment
Treatment Approaches
- 12-step program support
- Anger control support
- Brief intervention
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Incentive-based therapy
- Matrix Model program
- Motivational interviewing
- Relapse prevention support
- Substance use counseling
- Trauma-focused counseling
Additional Support and Services
- Case management support
- Help with transportation
- Mental health support
- Social skills training
Counseling and Education
- Couples counseling
- Family therapy
- General health education services
- Group therapy
- One-on-one counseling
- Substance use education
Transition Support
- Discharge and next steps planning
- Ongoing recovery care
- Overdose prevention and naloxone education
- Post-discharge follow-up
Testing & Pre-Treatment
- Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
- Community outreach and support
- Comprehensive health checkup
- Hepatitis B testing
- Hepatitis C testing
- Intervention and education support
- Mental health assessment
- Mental health screening
- Monitoring for metabolic syndrome
- Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
- Substance use assessment
- Temporary support for clients
- Testing for HIV
- Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections
- Tobacco use assessment
- Tuberculosis screening
- Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
- Substance use screening
Amenities and Experiences
Amenities
- Fitness center
- Spa
- Access to nature
- Meditation rooms
- Sauna
Room Amenities
- Air conditioned rooms
- Bathroom essentials
- Desk
- Housekeeping
- Internet access
- Kitchenette
- Laundry service
- Outdoor space
- Private rooms
- Shared bathroom
- Sofa
- TV
- Shared room options
Activities
- AA/NA Meetings
- Art therapy
- Yoga
- Culinary workshops
- Gender-specific support groups
- Hiking
Settings
- City
Policies
- Allows cell phones
- Allows internet access
- Smoking allowed in designated areas
- Vaping allowed in designated areas
Ownership Type
- For-profit
Quality and Trust
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