Dr. Beth Dunlap - Medical Director

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Licensed Physician and Surgeon Dr. Beth Dunlap, a board-certified addiction medicine and family medicine physician, and is the medical director at Northern Illinois Recovery Center. She is responsible for overseeing all the integrated medical services at both campuses. Beth completed medical school, residency, and fellowship at Northwestern University, where she continues to serve on the faculty as a member of the Department of Family and Community Medicine. She has extensive experience in addiction medicine at all levels of care, and her clinical interests include integrated primary care and addiction medicine, harm reduction, and medication-assisted treatment.

What is Trauma Informed Therapy?

What is trauma-informed therapy? Trauma-informed care is an all-encompassing approach for providing psychological care. It is especially important in learning more about why or how an addiction forms. A trauma therapy program in Northern IL has a team of treatment specialists that have been trained in how to identify and treat trauma. One of the key [...]

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Relapse Prevention Plan

Congratulations! You have completed detox and rehab. You are on your way to life without an addiction to drugs or alcohol. When you re-enter the normal life, you may discover that particular challenges and situations still exist to test your sobriety. The good news, however, is that you do not have to face these challenges alone. Northern Illinois offers a relapse prevention plan to help you.

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How Do Holistic Therapies Treat Addiction?

How do holistic therapies treat addiction? Holistic therapies allow you to heal from addiction without the use of medicinal methods. While not primary treatment, holistic therapy offers alignment and healing for the mind, body, and spirit. During therapy, a treatment specialist focuses on giving you an overall sense of well-being while helping you overcome your

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How Long Do Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Symptoms Last?

How long do benzodiazepine withdrawal symptoms last? There is no definitive answer to the questions. Some symptoms may last for a few hours, while some can last for several months after you quit taking the drug. In rare cases, some people may experience withdrawal symptoms for several years after quitting. A benzodiazepine addiction treatment program can provide

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