
What Are Hulk Bars? Risks of This Dangerous Street Drug
Hulk bars are counterfeit green Xanax bars sold on the street. Learn what makes them deadly, how to spot fake pills, and how to find help.
At NTS Treatment Centers we have developed a Consequences and Rewards system. In Drug and Alcohol Rehab it is difficult to develop creative ways to address behavioral concerns of clients. So, at NTS we have created and elaborate therapeutic system of Consequences and Rewards. Most drug rehab facilit

Paul Alexander CATC, JD
Clinical Editorial Team
At NTS Treatment Centers we have developed a Consequences and Rewards system. In Drug and Alcohol Rehab it is difficult to develop creative ways to address behavioral concerns of clients. So, at NTS we have created and elaborate therapeutic system of Consequences and Rewards. Most drug rehab facilit
At NTS Treatment Centers we have developed a Consequences and Rewards system. In Drug and Alcohol Rehab it is difficult to develop creative ways to address behavioral concerns of clients. So, at NTS we have created and elaborate therapeutic system of Consequences and Rewards. Most drug rehab facilities simply take away spending money, discharge clients, or ground clients when they have broken treatment center rules, but at NTS we have created a gradient of ways to constructively discipline clients for breaking rules. Consequences at NTS include things like, writing a 5 page paper on how their behavior is detrimental to their recovery, volunteer hours at a local detox, or spending the day at the NTS Center being of service. Depending on the severity of the behavior or the rule violation, clients are required to attend an Accountability Group where they have to write a therapeutic paper that addresses the dysfunctional thinking and behavior behind the rule infraction. These interventions are meant to aid the clients in their recovery as opposed to simply punish them for rule violations. In addition to the consequences system we have Rewards for clients who are doing well in the NTS program. Every Friday during Peer Group we hand out Phase Upgrades and Reward Certificates to clients who have made significant progress in the program. Rewards are things such as: An afternoon off, an extra weekend pass, or a small gift card. We feel that this Consequences and Rewards system encourages recovery as opposed to discouraging clients in the program.
About the Author

President, CEO & Founder at Northbound Treatment Network Paul Alexander is the CEO, President & Founder of Northbound Treatment Network in Newport Beach, California. He believes wholeheartedly in transformational leadership, organizational health and effective, fully integrated substance use disorder and mental health treatment. With over 27 years of experience in behavioral healthcare, Paul has extensive knowledge of “in vivo” treatment modalities, clinical development, operations, strategy, marketing and financial planning. He has been widely recognized for his development of collegiate-based residential treatment programs for students in recovery and authored a research study at The University of California confirming this modality’s effectiveness. Paul’s comprehensive professional experience, willingness to innovate, and emphasis on organizational health are vital factors in Northbound’s continued success. Paul received his Certified Addiction Treatment Specialist training at Saddleback College in Mission Viejo, CA, and was awarded Outstanding Alumni Service Award in 2002. Paul holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology, Law and Society, Summa Cum Laude, from University of California, Irvine, and a Juris Doctorate degree from Loyola Law School of Los Angeles. Paul currently serves on The National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) board. In addition, he serves on The Family Recovery Foundation board and The CarePossible board in Orange County; both organizations are committed to raising funds for family recovery and treatment for former military personnel. Paul is in recovery himself and lives in Orange County with his wife Silvana and his two young sons, Noah and Dean.

Hulk bars are counterfeit green Xanax bars sold on the street. Learn what makes them deadly, how to spot fake pills, and how to find help.

Discover what makes the best residential treatment centers in California stand out – from therapies to accreditation and aftercare support.

Overcoming Addiction: How Individualized Treatment Plans at Northbound Treatment Center Lead to Lasting Recovery Addiction is a complex and deeply personal challenge that affects millions of individuals and their loved ones. At Northbound Treatment Center, we believe that the key to effective recove




Take the Next Step
Our admissions team is available 24/7 — confidential, no-obligation, and judgment-free. Let us help you or your loved one find the right path forward.