ANEW

ANEW Chemical Health Services was built on the understanding that women face distinct circumstances in recovery — from caregiving responsibilities to trauma histories to the complexities of pregnancy. The center's Saint Paul location houses not just treatment programs but also the Anew Childcare Center and the Anew Health and Wellness Clinic, giving women access to wraparound support under one roof.

For mothers who might otherwise delay or avoid treatment out of concern for their children, the on-site childcare component removes a significant barrier. This kind of structural support reflects a commitment to meeting women where they actually are, rather than asking them to fit a treatment model that wasn't designed with them in mind.

ANEW's care continuum spans residential treatment, intensive outpatient programming (IOP), and a standard outpatient program. Women who enter at the residential level receive structured, immersive support, with the capacity to transition into outpatient care as their recovery stabilizes. This kind of step-down planning is central to long-term success — abrupt endings to treatment are a well-documented risk factor for relapse.

Aftercare at ANEW is practical and specific. Sober housing is available as a direct next step, giving women a stable living environment as they shift from residential care to greater independence. The outpatient program serves both as a standalone option and as a continuing care pathway, allowing women to stay connected to the recovery community and clinical support even after they've left residential treatment.

Substance use rarely exists in isolation. ANEW's clinical programming addresses co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis, acknowledging that mental health conditions and substance use are often deeply connected. Trauma and PTSD are also confirmed areas of treatment — conditions that appear frequently in the histories of women seeking substance abuse treatment.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is part of the therapeutic framework at ANEW. CBT is a structured, skills-based approach that helps clients identify and shift thought patterns that contribute to substance use and mental health challenges. By addressing both the behavioral and psychological dimensions of recovery, ANEW's programming supports women in building a foundation that can hold up beyond the treatment setting.

ANEW Chemical Health Services specifically serves women, including pregnant women and those entering treatment through court referral. The center's focus on these populations reflects a recognition that each group has unique needs — and that recovery programming is more effective when it accounts for those realities from the start.

To reach ANEW, contact the center by phone at (651) 600-3955 or by email at [email protected]. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm. ANEW accepts Medicaid, state insurance, private insurance, and self-pay, providing multiple pathways for women to access the residential treatment, outpatient, and IOP services they need without the added stress of navigating payment barriers alone.