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I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is seriously struggling with mental illnesses of most any kind. It was one of the hardest thing I've ever chosen to do and it was absolutely worth it. I learned things there that have helped me control worry, anxiety, and especially depression far better than anything else. The only caveat is that if you choose to live in one of their free (and pretty nice, as I understand) housing units, they are very controlling. They restrict what you're allowed to bring and will actually take electronics from you for a week or more. Appallingly, the admissions team will lie constantly during the intake process about the rules for their housing units in order for them to seem less unreasonable. Despite this, I strongly recommend this place, especially if you decide to live away from their housing units.

I came to The Center desperate for hope. I had struggled with depression for most of my life and obtained very little relief from medication and psychotherapy. While at The Center I learned many practical skills that I continue to use on a daily basis, more than a year later. I also did some deep digging into all things emotional. It was hard work but absolutely worth it! I believe the staff at The Center are completely committed to helping hurting people find hope. That was certainly my experience and I can honestly recommend The Center.

I came to The Center with a "wish list" of sorts. Did I leave with all my wishes coming true? Sadly, no. But, instead, I left with multiple resources and tools to continue the healing and growing process. Even though I was able to work through a few things while there, I actually left there with something more important and foundational than the things on my list. I left with a new sense of worth and self value that I hadn't even noticed was in such a mess. It made a huge difference in being able to handle some of my other issues. In over a year, I have had no suicidal thoughts! I dealt with forgiveness there, as well, and can say that even though circumstances may not change, that forgiveness is solid and holding. Is The Center perfect? No more than we are. I cried and got frustrated and said I was going home for than once. But I am thankful that I didn't let a few things throw me off track. The staff that was there during my stay were all excellent...knowledgable, insightful, and truly caring.

The workers were brilliant. Some of the living conditions were pretty good, but otherwise some were pretty bad. The overall teaching is DBT, which is okay, but in severe circumstances, it just doesn't deliver. The price is a too high. And I wish they had bigger facilities at the Center. The medication that I received virtually saved my life.

After drinking every night for over 13 years I had become quite sick. When I went to a detox facility they had to take me to a hospital where I ended up spending three days in intensive care. I was running out of options. I traveled from Georgia to Seattle to get help at the center. Now it's six and a half months later and I'm still sober and rebuilding my family. I have a new perspective on life that I didn't think I could have before. If you need help, this is the place to go!

I spent 4 weeks at The Center and learned a lot while I was there. The DBT classes were very helpful, as well as classes in Women's Anger, Grief and Loss, and Boundaries. I enjoyed the individual therapy sessions as well. Thank you to everyone who helped me to have a great experience, especially Renee.