Willows at Red Oak Recovery - The Willows

Treating women for substance use, trauma, and co-occurring mental health

Care at The Willows is centered around a trauma-informed approach and dedicated to women’s needs. Substance use is treated at the same time as mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Attention is also paid to the emotional, social, and relationship situations in women’s lives that may affect their recovery and mental health.

Evidence-based and experiential therapies

In both one-on-one and group therapy sessions, clinicians use proven methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma. These are combined with experiential activities like mindfulness, nature hiking, creative arts, and equine therapy, as well as nutritional support.

Extended care program

After women graduate from the residential program, they have the option to continue their treatment through the extended care program. In this program, women receive practical life skills training in areas such as career planning and finances, as well as education on coping skills, stress management, and building and maintaining healthy relationships. They can also continue trauma-focused therapy as they work their way back toward independent living.

Family and alumni support

Family therapy is offered to give loved ones an opportunity to understand each other better and heal as a unit. Sessions are designed to explore issues behind substance use and mental health, improve communication skills, and develop healthy coping strategies. This type of therapy also helps give families the tools to help support their loved one in recovery. Once women finish treatment, they can become part of an alumni program. This peer network hosts social events, provides volunteer opportunities, and gives women access to community resources for continued recovery.

Pre-admissions experience

We conducted a series of pre-admissions calls, the most recent on September 8, 2026, to evaluate response time, transparency, and patient experience.

When we reached out to The Willows, the admissions team was prompt and polite. They walked us through basic program information and cost, but did not have many specific details on hand.

Client reviews

Reviews often mention recovery progress, supportive relationships, and caring staff. A smaller group of reviewers describes concerns about staff, communication policies, medication management, and aspects of the residential environment.

• Support & community (95% positive): Reviewers often describe feeling accepted and supported by other clients, and several mention friendships or community connections that continued beyond treatment. “I’ve made lifelong friendships and have done tons of healing and self reflection.”
• Treatment quality & outcomes (70% positive): Some clients describe meaningful progress, improved mental health, or sustained recovery after leaving. Others note concerns that care was not sufficiently individualized or did not meet expectations. “The foundational work done at The Willows has proved to hold strong years later.”
• Staff & care experience (70% positive): Many reviewers praise therapists, counselors, and other staff for being caring, patient, and invested in clients’ progress. Others mention issues with staffing consistency and turnover, while a few reviewers describe individual interactions they felt were dismissive or harmful. “The staff have hearts of gold, and the residents are there to accept you and support you.”
• Facility & environment (70% positive): Positive reviews frequently mention the mountain setting, house, activities, and meals. A few mention issues with food or facility upkeep. “The location is perfect, beautiful, and serene. The house is just as lovely.”
• Access & process: Some clients mention difficulty getting clear information about program rules. A few reviewers also mention difficulty reaching the facility or learning about policies before admission.

Facility transparency

• Verified by Start Your Recovery: On September 10, 2026, our research team conducted a comprehensive review of this facility's advertising claims, registrations from public health departments, national accrediting bodies, and SAMHSA.
• Pre-admissions experience evaluation: Most recent call conducted on September 8, 2026.