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Where Healing Feels
Like Coming Home

Valley Spring Recovery Center was built on the belief that everyone deserves treatment that sees them as a whole person -- not just a diagnosis. We combine clinical excellence with genuine human warmth, right here in Bergen County, NJ.

CARF Accredited
#1 Best of NJ
A+ BBB Rating
NAATP Member
Our Mission

We Built Valley Spring Because We've Been Where You Are

At Valley Spring Recovery Center, our mission is to deliver the best substance use and mental health treatment in the Tri-State area, redefining traditional treatment approaches to provide real, personalized solutions that meet the unique needs of every patient.

We are committed to empowering individuals who feel trapped in addiction or mental health challenges, offering them and their families a pathway to change. Through a safe, supportive environment, innovative therapy, and individualized care, we help our patients break free, reclaim their purpose, and become healthy, thriving members of society.

Start Your Journey
Recovery requires biological rehab, not just abstinence. We're rewiring the brain through neuroplasticity and pathway repair -- restoring the whole person, not just treating a symptom.
Valley Spring Clinical Philosophy
8:1
Therapist Ratio
19+
Staff Members
24/7
Always Open
Our 4-Stage Model

Restore. Activate. Accelerate. Thrive.

A progressive, clinically-driven pathway designed so you always know where you are and where you're headed. Advancement is based on measurable progress -- never automatic.

1
Restore
Partial Care (PHP)
Intensive daily programming provides structure, stabilization, and the clinical support needed to build a solid recovery base. Mon-Sat, 9 AM - 3 PM for 4-6 weeks.
2
Activate
IOP (Evening)
Evening sessions build momentum with process groups, psychoeducation, and real-world skill building. 5 or 3 days/week, 6-9 PM for 6-8 weeks.
3
Accelerate
Virtual / Outpatient
Growing independence with reduced-frequency virtual sessions, relapse prevention, and ongoing wellness support. 8-12 weeks of flexible care.
4
Thrive
Alumni — Family for Life
Monthly meetings, speaker series, quarterly outings, peer mentorship, and a community that always has your back. Recovery is lifelong -- and so are we.

Advancement is not automatic. Each transition is based on measurable progress, insurance authorizations, case-by-case evaluation, symptom presentation, functional improvement, and readiness for independence.

What Sets Us Apart

Treatment That Goes Beyond the Standard

Valley Spring was built to fill the gaps that traditional treatment centers leave behind. Here's what makes us different.

Whole-Person Holistic Approach

We treat the complete person -- mind, body, and spirit. Yoga, sound baths, reiki, nutrition, ice baths, hiking, and music therapy complement evidence-based clinical care.

8:1 Therapist-to-Patient Ratio

Small, intimate process groups of under 10 people ensure every patient gets personal attention. Weekly treatment team meetings match therapists to clients based on specializations.

Health & Wellness 5 Pillars

Sleep, Movement, Trauma-Informed Nervous System Regulation, Psychoeducation, and Medication Literacy. Including one of only 10 sleep specialists in all of New Jersey.

Structured Life Skills Program

Community, Wellness, Stability, Relationships, and Purpose -- five pillars that target the real reasons people relapse. Financial literacy, career readiness, and relationship skills.

Evening-Only IOP Programs

Designed for working professionals, parents, students, and first responders. Our evening IOP schedule (6-9 PM) allows patients to maintain work, family, and education commitments.

Together We Heal Family Program

A free 6-session workshop open to any family members -- even if your loved one isn't a Valley Spring client. Communication, boundaries, understanding addiction, and healing together.

Our Core Values

The Principles That Guide Everything We Do

These six values aren't just words on a wall. They shape every interaction, every clinical decision, and every moment of care at Valley Spring.

01

Integrity First

We do the right thing no matter what. Transparency, honesty, and ethical practice are non-negotiable -- in every conversation, every treatment plan, every decision.

02

Relentless Work Ethic

We work tirelessly to better our patients' lives. Recovery demands dedication, and our team brings that same determination to every single day.

03

Service Over Self

We serve each other and our clients with humility and care. This work is bigger than any one of us -- and we never lose sight of that.

04

Respect Always

We treat everyone with dignity and value every perspective. Our patients arrive at their most vulnerable -- and they deserve to be met with respect, not judgment.

05

Purpose-Driven Excellence

We work with intention and hold ourselves to the highest standard. Every program, every session, every wellness activity is designed with a clear clinical purpose.

06

Team Above Ego

Collaboration and unity guide our success. Weekly treatment team meetings, dual-licensed staff, and shared case management ensure seamless, coordinated care.

Accreditations & Awards

Recognized for Clinical Excellence

Our accreditations and awards reflect our commitment to providing the highest standard of addiction and mental health treatment.

CARF Accredited

Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities -- the gold standard in behavioral healthcare quality.

#1 Best of New Jersey

Featured as the number-one treatment center in New Jersey by Best of NJ.

A+ BBB Rating

Better Business Bureau accredited with the highest possible rating for trust and transparency.

NAATP Member

National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers -- held to the highest ethical standards in the industry.

NJ State Licensed
Substance Use & Mental Health
SUD License
#200887
Mental Health License
#70420104
Community
Bergen County Chamber & Bergen Resource Net
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Private & DiscreteStandalone Building
Our Facility

A Space Designed for Healing

Our multi-room outpatient facility at 830 Broadway in Norwood, NJ sits in a discrete standalone building with private parking. Every space was designed to feel safe, warm, and welcoming -- because the environment matters as much as the treatment.

Group Therapy Rooms Individual Therapy Rooms Daily Catered Meals Private Parking Wellness Activities Yoga & Meditation Music Therapy Nature Trail Access
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Our Location

Conveniently Located in Bergen County, NJ

Situated right on the NY/NJ border, Valley Spring is easily accessible from throughout the Tri-State area. Our Norwood location provides the perfect balance of privacy and convenience.

830 Broadway, Norwood, NJ 07648 Bergen County, New Jersey
20 Minutes from the George Washington Bridge Near Palisades Parkway, Garden State Parkway & NY Thruway
(201) 781-8812 Open 24/7 -- Call anytime, day or night
Transportation Available Can be accommodated for qualifying patients
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Insurance We Accept

We work with 16+ major insurance providers. Our admissions team handles all verification so you can focus on recovery.

Horizon NYSHIP Aetna Anthem Cigna Blue Cross Blue Shield Amerihealth Oscar Meritain Fidelis United Healthcare UMR Tricare Compsych Highmark Magellan
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Our Team

Meet the People Behind Your Recovery

Our team of 19+ dedicated professionals brings clinical expertise, lived experience, and genuine compassion to everything they do. Here's our leadership.

HI

Henry Iwuala

Clinical Director

Oversees all clinical programs including Partial Care, IOP 5-Day, and IOP 3-Day. Drives treatment excellence and clinical outcomes across the center.

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Dr. Michael Olla

Medical Director

Addiction Psychiatrist who oversees all clinical and medical operations. Leads the medical team in MAT, psychiatric assessments, and medication management.

BC

Brian Cellary

Community Leadership

NCADD Businessman of the Year. Leads community outreach and partnerships with local organizations including Bergen County Chamber of Commerce.

19+
Staff Members
8:1
Patient Ratio
5+
Dual-Licensed
Wed
Weekly Meetings
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Ready to Take the First Step?
We're Here for You.

Call us anytime -- day or night. Our admissions team is ready to answer your questions, verify your insurance, and help you find the right program. No pressure. No judgment. Just people who care.

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