Andy’s House
Treatment Centre
Montreal Drug and Alcohol Rehab
As Montreal’s foremost private treatment centre for substance use disorders, we help you on your path to recovery with effective residential and outpatient programs.
Envision a life without addiction. Your journey towards healing begins here.
Who We Can Help
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You
Are you suffering from substance or alcohol use disorder?
If you find that you have little or no control over the amount of drugs or alcohol you consume, you are likely suffering from a progressive illness called substance use disorder. For over twenty-five years, the staff at Andy’s House has been helping clients overcome their drug and alcohol dependencies through effective, individualized treatment programs aimed at lasting recovery.
Our goal is to treat the illness and help clients succeed in achieving a full recovery so they may thrive in sobriety. You don’t have to do this alone.
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A Loved One
Is a loved one suffering from substance or alcohol use disorder?
If a loved one cannot control his or her drug or alcohol intake, or predict their behaviour when they use, they likely have substance use disorder. Most often, the person with a substance use disorder will not recognize or acknowledge the negative effects their behaviour has on themselves or others which makes it challenging to offer help, but waiting for the person with a substance use disorder to ask for help may not be the best strategy.
As people struggling with substance use disorder are often in denial about the severity of their illness, they subsequently are unwilling to accept treatment. An intervention is one of the most effective ways to help someone realize the seriousness of their substance use disorder and presents them with an opportunity to make changes before the illness progresses. Motivating your loved one to seek help is a good first step. Let us guide you through it.
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A Patient – Client – Employee
Is a patient, client or employee suffering from substance or alcohol use disorder?
At Andy’s House, we welcome your referrals. If you have a client, patient, or employee in need of treatment, we would be pleased to provide you with more information or answer any questions that you may have about our substance abuse rehabilitation programs and treatment approaches. I invite you to contact us to discuss how we might be of service to your clients, patients or employees.
Although we are a private treatment centre, please don’t hesitate to call us to discuss the needs of your clients, patients, or employees who may be facing financial barriers, as we may be able to offer assistance to patients without financial means.
How We Can Help
We offer Residential and Intensive Outpatient Programs.
An individual’s specific situation and needs are always considered during the admission process.
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Family Intervention
PlanningLearn MoreProvides an opportunity for family members to develop a personalized plan to support their loved one struggling with addiction.
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Intensive Outpatient
ProgramLearn MoreA flexible yet structured alternative for those who cannot commit to a residential program.
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35-Day Residential
+ IOP ProgramLearn MoreAn excellent option for achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
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90-Day Residential
ProgramLearn MoreExperience optimal recovery with our top-rated 90-day residential addiction treatment program.
Why Andy’s House
Residential Program?
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Spacious Home Environment
Andy’s House is located in Montreal, Canada and is close to the shores of the St Lawrence river. The house is a beautiful example of an impressive American “Four Square’, a popular design choice of the early 1900’s. With spacious living areas on three floors and a fully equipped gym and second kitchen at the basement level, there is ample room to accommodate groups while also providing more private spaces for individualized care.
The large garden is an oasis of calm, filled with trees, sitting areas and a swimming pool for those hot summer days.
For families visiting loved ones, the surrounding area is full of cafes, restaurants, museums, and a walking/biking path that winds itself along the shore of the river.
Our intention is to provide a loving home atmosphere in which to heal and surrender to one of the best treatment centre programs in Canada.
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Experienced Team
Careful team selection has resulted in one of the most qualified, experienced, and professional team of caring individuals of any English addiction rehab in Quebec. Our team, comprised of certified drug and alcohol addictions counsellors, an addictions medicine physician, social worker, and psychotherapist, offer highly specialized care and treatment approaches.
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Family Support Group
Gain more positive outcomes for your loved ones with our lifetime family support program, provided whether your loved one remains in our program of recovery or not. By offering family counselling services, and weekly family support groups, we help our residents and their loved ones uncover complex family dynamics and dysfunctional patterns that may be promoting or sustaining addiction. Once these problematic patterns are identified, family members work together to foster a healthier family system that supports individuals in their ongoing journey towards recovery.
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2-year Aftercare Program (90 Day Residential Program)
Our 2-year weekly aftercare program allows alumni to stay connected with their support network and discuss their ongoing recovery. There is a reduced risk of relapse for individuals who participate in aftercare programs. The Andy’s House aftercare program, in combination with our Lifetime Support program, can help alumni navigate the challenges of sober living. The added support helps clients build the confidence they need to maintain their sobriety.
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Individualized Programs
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to addiction treatment. Using a combination of evidenced based approaches and a 12 step model, our clinical team works together to carefully tailor a treatment plan that will meet the needs of each individual.
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Lifetime Support (90 Day Residential Program)
Continue your recovery program by visiting the facility anytime during the day. We encourage ongoing attendance in group sessions and participation in House activities. Clients can benefit from ongoing access to their caseworker and one on one counselling and guidance for as long as they remain in our program of recovery.
The Best Choice For Drug
and Alcohol Rehab in Montreal
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The schedule is really good with a great mix of work, exercise and social time. Andy’s House didn’t just help me fight my addiction but helped me find myself again and for that I will be forever grateful.
90 Day Residential Program
Andy’s House offers comprehensive and evidence-based treatment plans in our residential program. Our combined treatment approaches include the following highly effective therapies.
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The 12-Step Model
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Psychoeducational Groups
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Group
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Interpersonal Processes
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Art Therapy
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Cinema Therapy
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Therapeutic Yoga
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Physical Fitness
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Detox Support
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Psychotherapy
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Unique To Our Program
35-Day Residential + IOP Program
The 35-Day Residential Plus Program is followed by a 16-week Intensive Outpatient Program, offers individuals detox support and stabilization followed by intensive therapy and a 16-week IOP that provides continued skills training and support. This program is suited for individuals who are new to recovery and have a mild to moderate severity of addiction.
Intensive Outpatient Program
With the understanding that not everyone can commit to a residential program, we offer a structured program for individuals with a moderate level of addiction severity. Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) includes the Matrix Model for treating alcohol and drug addictions.
Our Professional Staff
Our staff members are caring and highly specialized.
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Mike Weston
Director -
Glenn Short
Clinical Director -
Liz
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Andrea
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Varainja Stock
Social Worker -
Joanne
Clinical Case Manager
A Message From Our Director
Hear what Mike Weston has to say about Andy’s House.
There are no words to express the respect, gratitude and love I have for all the staff. They are knowledgeable and patient. They taught me how to cope with issues in a realistic way. I continue aftercare for 2 years and I'm in contact for however long I want to.
The staff and, old and new residents are truly a big family. My family is also able to call the house if needed. The 90 days I spent there were by far the best decision I ever I made. I desperately wanted a disciplined program with knowledgeable staff, and I got much more.
Waking up is wonderful now, I thank Andy's house for this life changing experience everyday!! My family does also!!
Andy’s House gave me the tools, strength, and confidence I needed to rebuild my life. I will forever be grateful for the time I spent there. One of the best things about this treatment center is their incredible aftercare program. Recovery doesn’t stop the day you leave, and they truly understand that. The ongoing support, check-ins, and resources have kept me accountable and motivated long after treatment. Knowing I wasn’t left on my own made all the difference.
He was definitely at rock bottom . And I felt at the time that there was zero hope of him getting better or of our 29 yrs marriage being saved . It felt so traumatizing and honestly so scary and hopeless. I remember the first call to Andy’s house - it was me calling to get info with my husband right beside me . We had called several places and heard all about their great food and their horseback lessons and their spa services between group meetings .
None of that was interesting or useful or needed
He needed help . And so did I and our kids … quickly
It felt like that first call when Andrea answered the phone … was like an angel .. truly
Between the few days of intake and admission Mike was available to us constantly and remained that way throughout the program . I personally needed this and I will be forever grateful for him answering my dozens of questions and concerns
The program is not for the faint of heart . It is not easy or fun or relaxing . It’s for people who want and need to get better ! And their approach in my opinion is unparalleled
It is simple outstanding . And effective
Everyone is treated with respect and dignity but it’s a direct aapproach and when dealing with people who struggle with addiction this is what they need in my experience
They need to be proactive themselves and not enabled and Glenn and the team make sure this happens !!!
As a family we also got support and vairanja is there to help us through our own issues and traumas
Our three young adult children came for the first couple of meetings and I was so happy they had a place to land in their grief
I continue today 5 months post Andy house to attend the family support group weekly . I feel taken care of too . The team knows us all - the kids included and they are an anchor we can reach out to for life
Knowing Glenn is always there for my husband means everything to me . He is an incredible professional who will ensure if your person is ready for help .. they get it . He will call them ( and you ! ) out of everything. He even told our three young adult kids they could reach out to him anytime and that is such a precious gift as it’s hard on families . Very very hard
My husband is active in his solid recovery and also in the extensive aftercare program. If he completes the 2 yrs he will have lifetime access to Andy’s House . You don’t find this anywhere trust me . This is gold .
My husband is doing well so far . Very well . I hope he stays that way for himself and our family too . That being said recovery is a choice you make one day at a time and you have to keep choosing it . He has been taught every single tool in the book and has every support system available to him including a very strong sponsor and supportive fellowship which he has learned to nuture on a constant basis .
I have also been taught my own boundaries in my support group and very clear what I can accept and what I wil not . The program ensures that family members are aligned
I know if he would ever struggle - Andy’s house will be there for him and I completely and this is such a blessing
I hope each day he chooses this amazing place and caring team with massive expertise and professionalism for the rest of his life
If you or a loved one has an addiction problem .. RUN ..don’t walk to Andy’s house
Feel free to ask the team for my coordinates (if ever they feel appropriate) if you want more info from my perspective as a spouse . It’s a way for me to pay forward the great support and help from so many around who have shown me the same kindness when I needed it most
Thank you for helping us to save ourselves Andy’s house !
Gratefully
Tarina
//Like Night and Day in comparison//
I was welcomed with a warm, family style environment with incredible, caring staff members. Comfortable beds, proper meal plans and terrific ambiance. Full gym, amazing outdoor space with a pool.
This isn't just a place to "dry out". The program helped me work through traumas under the surface, rebuilding me, now with a reason to live again.
The family support is a big part of the program, as well as their 2 year aftercare programs which keeps you accountable and a part of the house & fellowship; something special for anyone broken and feeling hopeless.
Now, almost 5 months sober, I enjoy going back frequently to visit staff, join in on groups and speak to fellow residents and newcomers.
A priceless experience regaining self worth, enjoying laughs, shedding tears, human growth and sober living.
You guys rock!! \m/
Everything I have learned and gained in the house is incredible information and tools that I can carry with me for the rest of my life. Even after completing my stay in the house, I still continue to work with them and get to learn and grow everyday with support from all the staff. I also get to be on this path with my fellow residents as well who are also in the aftercare alongside me.
Along with everything I learned, I was also shown so much love, care, and support from every single staff member in the house. I am eternally grateful and have so much love for everyone there. They are truly amazing at what they do and they taught me exactly what I needed.
Everything about my stay in the house was wonderful. They make sure you are on a productive schedule for your recovery. With many groups and meetings - which is what really helped me understand so much about myself and also to learn the program. Which all helps me continue to stay sober today. Included in the schedule is also yoga, which is taught by an amazing instructor, I’m really happy I got to see how much I like yoga because I probably wouldn’t have ever done it had I not gone here! They also have art therapy with I also loved very much. It was super fun getting to express myself and also very eye opening at times. They also have a really great psychotherapist who helped me work through a lot of stuff. Also, the food was great, the menu is healthy but also really delicious! I was never dissatisfied with a meal.
In all, I can say Andy’s house saved my life. I came in not knowing anything about how to recover what so ever. I thought I was coming in just to stop drinking. What I gained was much, much more. I was taught how to live sober, how to do the inner work. I got my true self back. I also gained so much knowledge on what I need to do to continue on the right path. 10/10 🫶
I am deeply grateful to Mike, Joanne, Glen, Varainja, Andrea, Amy, Alexis, Brian, and Laird. Each of them played a unique role in my recovery.
Andy's House helped me get sober—but, more importantly, it taught me how to stay sober. I learned the essential foundations of recovery and how to fully engage with the AA program.
Before this, I had been to three rehabs—and I always relapsed. This place is different. It’s not just a rehab. It’s a complete, intensive, personal therapeutic journey.
Yes, it’s a gift—but it’s also an emotional roller coaster. It requires a deep dive into yourself. It hurts. It’s painful. But it opens your eyes.
There are group sessions, but also many one-on-one meetings with your caseworker to go through your assignments. All the staff and caseworkers are available, supportive, and truly invested in your growth.
The program includes yoga, gym sessions, art therapy, and access to an incredible therapist. Everything you do in the House has a therapeutic purpose.
This place taught me how to live a new life, how to change old patterns, how to love myself, how to become a better version of me and gratitude.
Most importantly, Andy's House helped me to finally surrender—and trust the process.
It introduced me to a fellowship and a Sponsor, which are absolutely priceless.
90 days might feel endless, but they’re not. The program is intense and exhausting.
There’s no sleeping in, and yes—the beds are comfy!
Only one cup of coffee in the morning. No sweets. No soft drinks. No music. No phone. Living 24/7 with other addicts isn’t always easy. There are lots of rules.
But this House works—if you work what the House is showing you.
Sophie – 220 days sober
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