Mountainside Treatment Center

05/26/2026

Kratom withdrawal can be physically and emotionally challenging, especially as more individuals report experiencing dependency, increased tolerance, and difficulty stopping use on their own.

At Mountainside, Jana Wu, Director of Clinical Integration and kratom expert, works closely with individuals navigating kratom dependency and withdrawal, helping provide the clinical support, education, and guidance needed to begin recovery safely.

With limited research surrounding kratom and its potential interactions with over-the-counter products and other substances, understanding the risks associated with use is critical.

Through education, clinical care, and ongoing support, individuals and families can better navigate the realities of kratom use and recovery.

05/26/2026

As conversations around kratom continue to grow, access to trusted education, clinical insight, and supportive community is more important than ever.

Every Tuesday from 7–8 PM, Mountainside hosts a free virtual Kratom Support Group led by a licensed clinician. This nonjudgmental space is designed for individuals looking to better understand how kratom may be impacting their mental and physical health, relationships, daily life, and recovery journey.

Topics include:
• Use vs. misuse
• Withdrawal symptoms
• Long-term effects
• Treatment options
• Family and relationship impact
• Education around addiction and recovery

Meaningful change starts with awareness, honest conversation, and consistent support. Through connection and education, individuals can begin building healthier patterns that support long-term recovery and wellbeing.

To join the conversation and learn more, visit mountainside.com/resources/support-groups

05/22/2026

Thank you to Huntington Matters for highlighting the recent “Understanding Kratom: A Community Symposium” held at Mountainside's Huntington location.

The coverage reflects a growing community conversation around kratom, including its increasing presence in local settings, evolving product landscape, and the need for greater public education.
Throughout the evening, Jana Wu, LCSW, Mountainside's Director of Clinical Integration and kratom expert, provided clinical context on what providers are seeing in practice, including rising use patterns and concerns around highly concentrated products such as 7-OH. Her insights underscored the importance of staying informed as this substance continues to shift in form, access, and perception.

We appreciate the continued collaboration with community partners including Huntington Matters, AWARE Drug and Alcohol Community Coalition, and Thomas’ Hope Foundation in helping bring awareness-driven conversations to the forefront.

Read the full article here: https://loom.ly/1ALFhUQ

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05/20/2026

Recovery is an ongoing practice, and no two days in it look the same. Some days are steady, and some days you need support you weren't expecting to need. The appointments you keep, the calls you make, and the days you choose to stay connected to your care even when everything feels fine are what carry your recovery forward.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, make the call. Send the email. Keep the appointment. Recovery is maintained, one day at a time.

05/20/2026

Recovery is an ongoing practice, and no two days in it look the same. Some days are steady, and some days you need support you weren't expecting to need. The appointments you keep, the calls you make, and the days you choose to stay connected to your care even when everything feels fine are what carry your recovery forward.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, make the call. Send the email. Keep the appointment. Recovery is maintained, one day at a time.

05/15/2026

As the legal landscape surrounding kratom continues to shift state by state, staying informed on the risks and realities of kratom use is critical.

Individuals and families deserve clear, evidence-informed information to make safer, more informed decisions. Understanding what kratom looks like today and knowing where to access support is an essential first step. If you or someone you love is navigating kratom use, Mountainside hosts a free virtual kratom support group every Tuesday for individuals and families.

Join our free virtual kratom support group: https://www.mountainside.com/resources/support-groups/virtual/ltk-support-group/

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05/12/2026

We're hiring! Mountainside Cafe is looking for a Cafe Manager to help lead our team in Falls Village. If you're passionate about great food, community, and making a difference — learn more about the role here: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/4121619

05/10/2026

This Mother's Day, we celebrate every mother — and recognize those doing the profound work of parenting through recovery, whether their own or their child's, with honesty, openness, and love.

05/06/2026

It's National Nurses Week, and Mountainside is proud to recognize and celebrate the incredible nurses in our lives.

The dedication, expertise, and compassion you bring to client care every single day does not go unnoticed. This work is not easy, and we are grateful for everyone who shows up and gives it their all.

Thank you to every nurse on our team. We are lucky to have you.

05/05/2026

Every balanced meal and every glass of water is helping you create the life you're working toward in recovery.

What you nourish your body with has a profound effect on how your brain restores itself, how you sustain energy throughout the day, and how prepared you are to meet the demands of the life you're rebuilding.

Nutrition is not an afterthought in recovery — it is one of its most essential and undervalued foundations.

05/04/2026

The life you're building requires attention, energy, and care — and all of that starts with how you begin your day. How intentionally you move through your morning, how deliberately you set the tone for what's ahead. These are the things your entire life runs on. When that care is consistent, everything built around it is stronger too — your clarity, your patience, your ability to be fully present for the people and commitments that matter most to you.

Recovery is sustained by these moments. The intentional, repeated, daily decisions that keep you grounded, steady, and moving forward.

Fuel your recovery. One day at a time.