McLeod Centers for Wellbeing

05/29/2026

Our vision to be the healthcare provider of choice for patients with substance use disorder is one we see through a holistic lens.

We know that treatment is more than medicine.
More than appointments.
More than group therapy.
It's beholding the whole person, listening, creating space to be still and present and celebrating successes together.

From a serene reading nook in our residential care unit to friendly staff team serving our medication-assisted treatment patients... to creating unexpected moments of ice cream on a Tuesday for patients, we are here for your recovery journey and will treat each patient with dignity and respect.

05/28/2026

Recovery is a team sport. ⁠
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🤝 Our Community Outreach Specialist, Dr. Farah Laliwala, with esteemed non-profit friend and partner, Alesia Fleming, Board Chair of Anderson Foundation Inc. pictured here at our brand new Monroe clinic grand opening. Thanks for celebrating with us, Alesia!⁠
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🌟 Charlotte-based Anderson Outreach helps equity-impacted youth in and out of government care, currently residing in North Carolina. They support young adults who have been scarred by emotional, environmental, and psychological traumas and advocate for youth in need and those who have experienced abandonment and neglect.⁠
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🤝 We are grateful to collaborate with other organizations, especially youth focused organizations, who care for the wellbeing of youth in North Carolina. If you know an adolescent struggling with substance use disorder, McLeod offers outpatient programs to help. See link in profile under services.⁠
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🤝 From local health fairs and nonprofit awareness events to community events, we welcome the opportunity to join forces with you in bringing holistic health and recovery care for all ages to our state. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

05/26/2026

It's and today we're celebrating TWELVE years (this month!) of LaPorsha Miller being a treasured part of our McLeod team. ⁠🎉
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💟 LaPorsha serves as a LPN in our Charlotte Medication-Assisted Treatment clinic and says..⁠
"I enjoy interacting with the patients and watching their journey to sobriety. It’s rewarding to be part of a program that makes a real difference in patients’ lives. I enjoy working at the Charlotte location because of the strong sense of teamwork and support among staff."⁠
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✨️When she's not caring for our patients, she loves traveling, reading, crafts, and spending time with my family and friends.⁠
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💟 Her encouragement for anyone struggling with substance use disorder...⁠
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"Remember you’re a work in progress. You may have setbacks, but don’t give up: it will get better."⁠
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🙏 We are so grateful for your longevity on our staff, LaPorsha, and your heart for helping our patients find traction on their recovery journeys. ⁠
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✨️Looking for a nursing position in North Carolina? We're hiring at several of our 8 locations. See link in profile. ⁠

05/22/2026

As we approach this holiday weekend, we want to remind our patients of our limited Medication-Assisted Treatment clinic hours (5-8AM) this Monday, May 25th, Memorial Day, for ALL locations. ⁠
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✉️Please contact us should you have any questions or 704-332-9001 (option 5) or email us at [email protected].⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

05/21/2026

Recovery is for EVERYBODY. ⁠
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Not just for people who can afford treatment. ⁠
Not just for someone who has a support system. ⁠
Not just for those who live in metropolitan areas.⁠
Not just for folks with their own mode of transportation. ⁠
Not just for young people. ⁠
Not just for adults. ⁠
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Since 1969, we have been making the road to recovery more accessible. ⁠
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With 8 locations across the state of North Carolina, we are in relentless pursuit of listening to our patients, understanding the barriers to substance use disorder treatment, and improving the quality of holistic care for every patient. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

05/19/2026

Meet Kaila Krause, CADC, QP, Clinician at our Concord Location and today’s feature!⁠

👏She was just promoted to become our Gastonia location Program Manager.⁠
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3️⃣ This month Kaila celebrated her 3rd anniversary on our team. She is a mother of two and has her own personal recovery story. ⁠
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✨ Her passion for the Concord community and helping patients navigate the complexity of substance use disorder recovery is contagious. The babies of patients reach for her, the Concord team values her perspective and her patients trust her. ⁠
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📍 We are currently expanding our teams in Concord and Gastonia and are seeking to hire additional full-time Counselors. Please see link in our profile for application details. ⁠
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🙏 Thank you for the laser beam focus on recovery that you so skillfully share with our patients, team and all who meet you, Kaila! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

05/15/2026

What is SAIOP?⁠
Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program, SAIOP, is more than a program: it's education, empowerment and hope in community⁠ ⁠
SAIOP helps our patients develop and begin using individual⁠
coping skills, improve decision-making, and establish a relapse prevention plan through a group setting with individual⁠
sessions as needed.⁠
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McLeod SAIOP includes:⁠
💟 Individual counseling and treatment planning with a primary counselor⁠
💟 Group counseling⁠
💟 Mental Health Therapy⁠
💟 Family/significant other counseling in a multi-family group⁠
💟 Introduction to 12-step recovery groups and philosophies⁠
💟 Education pertaining to substance abuse disorders and recovery; including Relapse Prevention⁠
💟 Referral services⁠
💟 Aftercare⁠
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If you or a loved one is in need of help with a substance use disorder, we are here to help. Link in bio. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

05/13/2026

TONIGHT at 6:30pm | Group Support For Families

Do you find yourself tracking your loved one’s location?⁠
Are you in a constant state of worry?⁠
Do you feel isolated and alone because you feel like no one will understand or might judge you?⁠
Are you asking yourself what could you have done differently?⁠
Are you blaming yourself for justifying your loved ones use as a “phase”? ⁠
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🤝 Our Family Group Support is led by our Family & Alumni Coordinator, Dakeita Staton, M.eD, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHC-A), Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate (LCAS-A). ⁠
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🫶You do not need to have a patient or loved one in treatment at McLeod to be part of this group that we are offering to support the community. ⁠
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🗓️ Join us the 2nd & 4th Wednesday evenings of the month at 6:30pm for resources, community, learning and the reminder that you are not alone in this. Charlotte location only but please DM should you be interested in future possible virtual gatherings.
May's group dates are May 13 & 27.⁠
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Link in profile⁠.

05/12/2026

It's ! Today, we invite you to get to know our Marion Clinic Program Manager, Chris Melvin (center in 1st photo). 👏

✨️Chris has been part of our team for 3 years and has worked in Medication-Assisted Treatment for 18 years.

🫶In Chris' words...
“Our team here in Marion is something truly special. Their unwavering dedication to our patients and to one another is what has shaped this building into a beacon of hope within our community. Every day, we are part of real, lasting change in people’s lives.

With over 75 years of combined experience under one roof, alongside the strength of our incredible remote team, we bring both wisdom and heart to everything we do. This brick building at the end of the cul-de-sac is more than just a workplace; it’s a place of refuge, renewal, and possibility for those seeking a new path.

Though we come from different backgrounds and walks of life, we are united by a shared purpose. It's a common mission that binds us together and allows us to show up, day after day, ready to make a difference.

I've been lucky to find that commonality with so many colleagues who I now call friends."

⛰️🎃 🎨 Outside of work...
He finds peace being creative whether it's digitally, drawing, photography, or painting.

"I was drawn to this area by the mountains and a deep love for the outdoors. On my days off, you’ll often find me on the trails, chasing the next adventure and taking in views that seem to go on forever. And when I’m not exploring the peaks, I’m spending time where it matters most—sharing laughs and making memories at sporting events with friends and family.

I’ve always been drawn to the mysterious—to the stories that live just beyond explanation. Even in grade school, I found myself immersed in the works of Edgar Allan Poe, Stephen King, and Charles Dickens, captivated by the eerie and the unknown. Halloween, ghost stories, and anything paranormal quickly became more than interests."

👏🙏We are thankful for your leadership, fervor for life and adventure, and the creativity and heart that you bring to our McLeod team, Chris!

05/11/2026

If you or a loved one are grappling with Substance Use Disorder in , we can help. We have been serving adolescents and adults with recovery care since 1969. There is hope and we make that hope more accessible.

Please see link in our profile for our list of services.

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