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Clinical Treatment
Individual therapy, therapeutic groups, psychiatric follow-up and trauma-informed care based on each participant’s needs.
Retorno International
English-Speaking Residential Treatment
Professional, confidential care for men struggling with addiction—within a supportive, Torah-respectful environment in Israel.
✓ Core treatment in English✓ Individualized clinical care✓ Over 30 years of experience
More Than Abstinence
Treating the person—not only the addiction.
Addiction often begins as an attempt to cope with emotional pain, trauma, loneliness, anxiety, depression or shame.
Over time, what began as a way of coping can become a destructive pattern affecting every area of life. That is why treatment at Retorno goes beyond helping someone stop using.
Participants work to understand what led to the addiction, recognize the patterns keeping them stuck, and develop healthier ways to manage emotions, relationships and everyday life.
Substance UseAlcoholGamblingBehavioral AddictionsRepeated Relapse
“Clean is just the beginning.”Recovery means learning how to build a full and meaningful life.
A Complete Treatment Framework
Recovery is built through connection, structure and responsibility.
Every participant receives an individualized treatment plan, while living and working within Retorno’s therapeutic community.
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12-Step Recovery
A practical framework built around honesty, responsibility, willingness, connection and continued personal growth.
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Therapeutic Community
A structured living environment where participants practice accountability, healthy relationships and asking for help.
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Family Support
Guidance, communication and family therapy when clinically appropriate, with an emphasis on healthier boundaries.
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Experiential Therapies
Animal-assisted therapy, therapeutic riding, art, fitness, gardening and other therapeutic activities.
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Continued Recovery
Preparation for life after residential care, including outpatient treatment, meetings, therapy and structured next steps.
A Dedicated English Track
A smaller English-speaking group, supported by the wider Retorno community.
Core therapeutic work is provided in English so participants can speak openly and work through complex experiences in the language in which they feel most comfortable.
Participants also join selected activities with the wider men’s community. This balance offers the closeness of a dedicated English group together with the experience and strength of Retorno’s broader therapeutic framework.
Core groups in EnglishEnglish-speaking staffShared community lifeSupport for arrivals from abroadStrictly kosher campusTorah-respectful environment
How We Work
Integrated treatment for lasting recovery.
The exact plan is tailored to the individual and may change as treatment progresses and new needs become clearer.
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Individual TherapyFocused work on personal history, emotional pain, relationships, triggers and recovery goals.02
Group TherapyDeveloping self-awareness, receiving honest feedback and learning from shared experience.03
CBT & DBT SkillsPractical tools for emotional regulation, coping, decision-making and changing harmful patterns.04
Psychiatric CareAssessment and follow-up when needed as part of the wider clinical treatment plan.05
12-Step WorkStep work, recovery meetings, peer support and development of an ongoing recovery network.06
Trauma-Informed CareUnderstanding addiction within the wider context of pain, trauma and emotional distress.07
Animal & Equine TherapyExperiential work supporting trust, patience, boundaries and emotional awareness.08
Physical & Creative WorkFitness, art, yoga, therapeutic writing, gardening and structured responsibility.For Families
Addiction affects the whole family. Recovery needs a healthier system.
Families may experience fear, anger, confusion, guilt and exhaustion. Attempts to protect a loved one can sometimes unintentionally allow the addiction to continue.
Family involvement is therefore an important part of treatment. It is handled according to the participant’s needs, treatment stage and clinical plan.
Guidance from the treatment teamHealthier boundariesFamily or couples therapy when appropriatePlanning for the next stage
We help families understand the difference between supporting recovery and rescuing someone from the consequences of his behavior.
Progress With Purpose
Treatment moves forward in stages.
Retorno’s full men’s treatment process is generally planned for approximately six months. The appropriate length and pace are determined by clinical needs and meaningful progress—not simply time spent in treatment.
Stability
Adjusting to the community, accepting structure and beginning to build trust.
Understanding
Recognizing patterns, triggers and the effect of addiction on self and others.
Change
Practicing accountability, healthier relationships and new ways of coping.
Reentry
Preparing for increased independence and building a realistic continuing-care plan.
A Patient’s Experience
“Retorno did not focus only on the drugs. They understood that the drugs were how I was coping—and helped me work on the mental-health struggles underneath.”
— Recent English-speaking participant
Draft testimonial wording based on a recent voice note; publish only after the participant approves the edited quotation and attribution.
Frequently Asked Questions
What families usually want to know.
If you are unsure whether Retorno is the right fit, speak with us. The first conversation is confidential and does not commit you to admission.
Ask a QuestionThe main therapeutic framework, individual work and core groups are provided in English. Participants also share selected activities, meals and responsibilities with the broader Retorno community.
No. Participants come from different religious backgrounds. The campus is strictly kosher and Torah-respectful, while professional treatment remains the foundation of the program.
The full men’s process is generally planned for approximately six months. Recommendations are reviewed according to each participant’s clinical needs and progress.
Yes. Many participants come from outside Israel. Admission includes a clinical assessment and review of relevant medical and psychiatric information before travel is finalized.
When detoxification is required, the team assesses whether the participant should begin in Retorno’s men’s detox facility before entering the residential community.
Contact develops gradually according to treatment stage, conduct and clinical plan. The team explains the current arrangements to each family.
Confidential Admissions
Recovery starts with one conversation.
You do not need to have everything figured out before contacting us. Our team will listen, ask the necessary questions and help you understand whether Retorno may be the appropriate next step.