About Northbound’s Drug And Alcohol Treatment Centers
Northbound’s Drug Addiction Treatment is a leading treatment center dedicated to transforming the lives of people struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders.
We believe that change is possible. We know firsthand, that while in the depths of addiction and mental health disorders, embarking on the process of recovery can feel overwhelming. We also know that not all treatment programs are created equal and that the right environment and support is critical towards achieving life-long recovery. We believe that through our proven continuum of care, that we can help you not only overcome addiction, but achieve a fulfilling life beyond what seems possible at the outset of the path to recovery. At Northbound, we are committed to upholding these principles and living our best lives every day. It is not only our mission, but our motivation to help as many people as possible to achieve a successful and fulfilled life beyond addiction.
Our Mission
We assist our clients in celebrating one year of continuous sobriety.

We believe that history conveys legitimacy, and we have 30 years of transforming lives to prove it.
We’ve become a leader within the treatment industry. We’ve created a place where all individuals are guaranteed a feeling of trust and safety. Whether you’re on staff or someone walking through the door looking for treatment, it is vital to our leadership that organizational health is at the top of our mission objectives.
Our Leadership
Northbound Treatment Services® is comprised of the top doctors, therapists, addiction counselors, psychologists, and clinical social workers, who are passionately committed to helping people achieve long-term recovery from alcoholism and addiction.
Staff-to-Client Ratio
years of combined expertise across the leadership team
of staff are trained in addiction

“My dedication to you and every person who enters our drug and alcohol treatment center is to give 110% in assisting you in finding your path.”
– Paul Alexander, CEO
Northbound Accreditation
Northbound has received the highest accreditation, licensure & certification available.

More than 30 years of helping thousands achieve recovery.

April 2008
Paul Alexander, certified as an Addiction Treatment Specialist, arrives at NTS® and transforms Marilyn and Bob Stevens’ vision from a local facility into a nationally recognized treatment provider, expanding NTS’® innovative addiction methods beyond its rehab centers in California and onto a national stage.
October 2009
The gender-specific, Christian-based treatment program LINKS opens its doors. The name refers to the “link” between the 12 steps and the principles of Christianity.

July 2010
Mike Neatherton, who shares Paul’s passion for finding new levels of organizational health within the treatment community, leaves his prestigious post as President and Chief Operating Officer of the Betty Ford Center to become the CEO of NTS®.
