River’s Bend PC highlights the vital role of families in recovery, offering training, IOP programs, and support to empower loved ones in the healing journey.

(PRUnderground) August 7th, 2025

River’s Bend PC, a nationally accredited leader in outpatient mental health and substance use disorder treatment, is shining a spotlight this August on one of the most overlooked elements of recovery: the family.

“Some of the bravest people I’ve ever met are not just those struggling with addiction or mental health challenges, but the loved ones who never gave up on them,” says Bruce Goldberg, LMSW, ACSW, CAADC, SAP, and Co-Owner of River’s Bend. “Parents, partners, siblings, and friends often stand quietly in the background. This month, we’re making sure they’re seen.”

In that spirit, River’s Bend is proud to sponsor Empowering Families & Inspiring Recovery, an immersive two-day intervention training event designed to help professionals redefine what it means to offer support. The training emphasizes connection over confrontation and equips participants with the skills to invite—not pressure—their loved ones into healing.

Empowering Families & Inspiring Recovery
September 18–19, 2025 | Troy, MI
Early Registration $595 | $975 after September 4 | CEUs Available | 10% Donated to NACoA
Space is Limited. Apply to Attend

River’s Bend’s Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) further support families and individuals beyond the intervention moment, providing structured, trauma-informed care and group therapy led by experienced clinicians. Specialized tracks include:

• Mental Health IOP – for depression, anxiety, trauma, and more

• Substance Use Disorder IOP – recovery-focused care with relapse prevention strategies

• Adolescent IOP – teen-specific programming with family integration

Additional Support Services Include:

• Family Therapy & Support Resources – to strengthen communication and resilience

• Downloadable Guides – like How to Talk to a Loved One About Getting Help

• Referral Resources – ensuring a trusted process for healthcare providers

“We believe families are not just bystanders, they’re partners in recovery,” says Cheryl Narduzzi, Business Development Liaison at River’s Bend. “When you refer to us, your clients gain a network that supports everyone involved.”

About River’s Bend P.C.

River’s Bend is a nationally accredited, privately owned outpatient behavioral health clinic located in Troy and West Bloomfield, MI. Specializing in Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and trauma-informed care, River’s Bend offers personalized treatment for mental health and substance use disorders in a compassionate, community-first setting.

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