About Mash – ka – wisen Treatment Center – Sawyer
The Mash-Ka-Wisen Treatment Center is a live-in addiction treatment center for adults in Sawyer, Minnesota. As they are part of the Minnesota Indian Primary Residential Treatment Centers, you’ll get culturally grounded, abstinence-based treatment. Their men’s and women’s programs require a stay of 45-90 days, with the option to extend when needed.
Set in the wilderness next to Lake Chi-zaaga’iganing, you’ll be immersed in nature as you seek freedom from addictive behaviors. They offer a unique blend of proven therapy methods and cultural traditions.
I appreciate that they aim to restore your view of yourself as part of healing. When you begin to see your value, you’ll be less inclined to do things that would cause harm. They also provide health and psychological education. You’ll be part of group therapy and learn about drugs and how they affect you. Family sessions are available to bring reconciliation and restore relationships.
Their cultural track is optional and suitable for those seeking spiritual healing. If you want to participate, you’ll experience pipe and drum ceremonies. Pipe ceremonies can be used to symbolize a fresh start and renewal. You’ll be part of traditional sweat lodges that are used to connect with the spiritual realm and restore order and life balance to bring healing. They’ll guide you through talking circles and grief ceremonies.
There’ll be time for celebrating each victory in powwows with dancing, socializing, and singing. You’ll strengthen your cultural identity by learning Ojibwe language games.
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