Substance abuse and addiction causes changes in both brain and body chemistry. Detoxification from drugs or alcohol and their byproducts is a key initial step to rehabilitation and recovery. The Detoxification Center at The Refuge, A Healing Place provides medical supervision during the critical early stages of abstinence and withdrawal. Withdrawal from all substances can be physically, mentally, and emotionally challenging and withdrawal from certain substances can be potentially life-threatening. Under medical supervision, users can detoxify in a safe, professional environment. Our Medical Director, Dr. Douglas Davies, is fellowship trained in Addiction Medicine and certified by The American Board of Addiction Medicine. The detoxification effort is also supported by a staff of nurses well-versed in care for the addicted population.