Longleaf Recovery & Wellness

05/04/2026

We are thrilled to introduce Sara Margaret Helmsing, Therapist at Birmingham Recovery Center! Sara Margaret embodies what it means to meet people where they are, approaching every client with an open mind, compassion, and a genuine belief in their potential. A former competitive musical theater performer and aspiring baker, she brings warmth and joy to everything she does. We are honored to have her as part of our team serving the Birmingham community.

04/30/2026

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04/28/2026

Longleaf Family Field Day was one for the books! Colleagues from every one of our locations came out this past weekend to walk the future site of Longleaf Lodge, get a real feel for what's taking shape, and meet some of our newest team members (the four-legged ones stole the show). It was the kind of day where you look around and realize how much bigger this whole thing is than any one project or office. Thanks to everyone who made the trip out. We can't wait to share what comes next.

04/27/2026

Say hello to Savannah Jackson, our incredible Telehealth Therapist here at Longleaf Recovery and Wellness. Savannah played competitive soccer across North America for 17 years, loves the outdoors, and brings that same dedication and energy to her clients every single day. We love having her on our team. 🌿

04/22/2026

We had an incredible day yesterday at our first ever exclusive “Day in Treatment” in Birmingham! 15 clinicians came out to step into the shoes of a client and see what’s behind the Longleaf method. We are so grateful for those who came out and we hope to host another opportunity soon!

04/19/2026

The Boston Marathon is one of the most storied races in the world, and this Monday, Longleaf's own Zach Carlton will be running it. Getting to that starting line takes months of early mornings, hard miles, and the kind of discipline that does not happen overnight. It is a reminder that recovery is about so much more than getting well. It is about rediscovering what you are capable of, setting goals that once felt out of reach, and doing the work to get there.

We also want to celebrate Zach and his now fiancée, Abby! Zach proposed to Abby this past week and she will be cheering him on from the race in Boston. Congratulations to both of you! What a wonderful weekend!

We are proud of you, Zach. The whole Longleaf family will be cheering you on every step of the way from Alabama!

04/18/2026

Longleaf Recovery Huntsville’s very own Whitney Parr, LICSW took the stage today at the Faith-Based Support Specialist Training Conference in Muscle Shoals, sharing her expertise on Trauma Informed Care with faith leaders from across the region. We are so proud to see our team bringing meaningful conversations about mental health and recovery into spaces where they matter most. Thank you to Alabama Department of Mental Health, ASAP, and Foundation for Opiod Response Efforts for creating this kind of community.

04/14/2026

Movement is medicine. But like any intervention, it works best when clinicians understand how and when to use it.

Join us at Longleaf Recovery Baldwin on May 15 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM for our next CE training: Exercise and Mental Health: When It Helps, When It Hurts, and What Clinicians Should Know.

Led by Travis Weisbrod, MS, EP-C, CSCS, Wellness Director at St. Christopher's Addiction Wellness Center , this 3 NBCC-approved hour session explores the neurobiological, psychological, and behavioral effects of physical activity as an intervention for depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders, and when exercise can become a maladaptive behavior in certain populations.

Whether you're a therapist, counselor, or behavioral health professional, this training gives you practical, evidence-based tools to integrate into your clinical work.

📍 13920 Cypress Way, Spanish Fort, AL 36527
🗓 May 15, 2026 | 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/exercise-and-mental-health-when-it-helps-when-it-hurts-and-what-to-know-tickets-1987347393552?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Longleaf Recovery and Wellness is an NBCC Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7709.

04/11/2026

04/06/2026

We know that for a lot of people, the hardest part of seeking treatment is finding something that actually fits into their life. That's why we're excited to share that Longleaf is now accepting clients for our evening virtual IOP for substance use recovery.

Sessions meet Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 6 to 9 PM CST, and you can join from anywhere in Alabama.

If you or someone you love has been waiting for the right time, this might be it. Call us at 888-378-7933 or visit longleafcenters.com to learn more. Most major insurance providers accepted.

04/04/2026

We are beyond thankful for the Alabama Department of Mental Health and Commissioner Kim Boswell for their support on this monumental day. Their dedication to creating a better Alabama is inspiring to all of us!

STERRETT, Ala. — Shelby County is set to get its first inpatient substance use and mental health treatment center.Longleaf Recovery and Wellness plans to open L

04/03/2026

The residential substance use treatment facility, which is expected to open in early 2027, will offer 60 beds, including 10 dedicated medical detox beds.

Read more: https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/04/work-begins-on-long-planned-shelby-county-addiction-recovery-center.html