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The Center is an amazing place for healing. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or anything that's keeping you from living your best life, I encourage you to call The Center. The staff is incredible - so welcoming, caring, and professional. There's a reason this place has been around for over 30 years. You can feel their passion to help people find hope again. And the location is beautiful - near the water with gorgeous housing options! The downtown area is incredibly darling and quaint. I can't say enough about Dr. Jantz and the people at The Center. They create custom treatment programs just for you. If you need help, they will walk alongside you on a journey to restore your hope.

So on September 25th I got an email saying that my review was flagged and had to be edited because the center didn’t like what I said. I wrote that I went here years ago and stayed over 3 months. I had a therapist I worked with who also worked with my best friend at the time to help out problems out... well you see, when I said that she told me at the end of my treatment that I would never recover truly from my eating disorder until I accepted Jesus into my heart, I told her I really didn’t think it made sense that 7.5 billion people could have their own real gods and for them to all exist at the same time and all their rules to be valid but she told me that this was the way. And in all the books dr. Jantz writes that they sell at the center, especially the one called happy for the rest of your life, it says in the end that god is the answer. So I wrote her name down in my review, and they responded with a claim that she never worked there or anyone by that name doesn’t work there. However, that’s a lie because she’s cutrently on google i took a screen shot it’s currently there you can find her! They didn’t have a doctor there, but had a Naturopath who for 3 months insisted that my swollen stomach was due to a weak lower belly muscle and I should do abs, and gave me probiotics, later I found out after seeing a real hospital that I had problems with my intestines. It was hell. Be really careful when you come here, I know the mental health business is booming right now, and if you have a problem with anything it’s because you must be “sick in the head” everybody and their mama is going to therapists nowadays but please do your research and only come here if you are devout Jesus worshipper

Please read this if you are considering going to The Center! I went to The Center last year for 4 weeks. At the end of the 4 weeks, I decided to stay on for 2 additions weeks to continue growing and learning the new skills. I was there for a total of 6 weeks. I arrived in the middle of August, 2017. I didn't know what to expect. On my first day, as I was getting out of my car, I met a 6'8" guy who was also unloading his bags. Together we walked inside, went through the orientation, and began our journey. Today, that guy is one of my closest friends. On the first day I attended a men's class. I was comforted to meet men who were surgeons, business owners, former college athletes, engineers, salesmen, etc. During our first class the guys opened up, but only if they wanted to, and shared their struggles. I was so comforted to find men who were "highly successful" in the eyes of the world, but who had real struggles just like me. My roommate turned out to be a surgeon. We had a good time getting to know each other and going through the Center together. We shared things we were learning and became good friends. During my time at the center I learned a lot of helpful tools. I learned about a thought record/feelings journal...I have used that tool for 17 months now and it has significantly helped me. It has helped me grieve out my pain and slowly change my thoughts. I also learned about "living in the moment without judgement"...something I had never heard before. This has proven to be a great tool in reducing anxiety in my life. I left the Center with two 3-ring binder filled with helpful tools. Everyone who goes to the Center is given a team of professionals that are selected to meet your individuals goals and needs. My team consisted of: -A nurse practioner - she helped me move me over to a better medication (I'm on this medication today and it's much better than the medication I was on). She also led me to a number of supplements that I have remained on until this day. My body must have needed them because they have helped me feel better. I even lost weight. -A dietician - who helped me learn to cook better foods. Something I have continued till this day. -3 therapists (one primary and two secondary) - they listened to me, understood me, and processed my issues with me. I have remained in contact with two of those therapists to this day (17 months later.) -a physical exercise coach, like a physical therapist (I think this was optional) -plus many other groups. -I also given a sleep study, blood work, and acupuncture. Overall, the my team was very good. They worked together to figure out what I was dealing with and the best treatment to help me. My life has changed dramatically since my first day at the center. I'm not "fixed" or "perfect" but I have grieved out a lot of my pain, slowly changed my thinking, started cooking and eating better, lost weight, made new friends, reduced my anxiety, etc. In addition, the surgeon, myself, the 6'8" guy and two others have become good friends. We are in a text group and connect regularly. We have met in Texas twice over the last 17 months to strengthen our friendship (one of the guys has a lakehouse in Texas.) We have already planned our third trip, set for April 2019. I know that different people experience different things. While I was there, 20-25 others were there too. Our group of guys, who were all loving it, saw some individuals that were frustrated with things. We felt sorry to hear about their frustrations. But the vast majority of people who we saw there loved it. Every week, during the goodbye ceremony, those that were leaving shared how the center had changed their lives. Often they were in tears, thankful for their new friendships, tools, and healing. Again, during my 6 weeks I saw a few people who didn't like it (or it wasn't meeting their needs) but 95-97% loved it and were glad to be there. I say that because sometime those who loved it don't always fill out these reviews. While those that don't like it, often do. I'm not judging anyone who fills out a negative review. I don't know what they experienced, but I can tell you the truth of what I saw during my 6 weeks of being there. I would highly recommend anyone who is considering it to GO TO THE CENTER. Btw...I have a friend (not the ones mentioned above) who went to the center while I wasn't there. And he had the same positive life-changing experience I did. He loved it.

In the lowest point of my life Dr. Jantz and his entire team welcomed me with open arms. From the initial phone call to discharge I was cared for all along the way. It was such a wonderful experience that there was part of me that didn't want to leave. The care, community and hope that exist there is a product of their love for the clients. I would wholeheartedly recommend The Center to anyone who is struggling. I without reservation or hesitation recommend The Center.

Dr. Jantz invited me to come and teach cooking classes at The Center for clients. Working with the clients is a highlight of the week. The staff, therapists, & clients are engaging along with being helpful. Each week clients come to a spectacular kitchen and we work as a team to create balanced meals. One of the important parts of the evening is sitting together to enjoy a meal with no devices. Table conversations involve daily activities, the recipe, and many clients are surprised they cooked. My platform as a nutritionist is showing that a balanced meal can be fun, simple, and relaxing.

I have known the Founder of The Center, Dr. Greggory Jantz, for a number of years and have enjoyed a wonderful relationship with both Dr. Jantz and his incredible staff at The Center. I have come to know a number of the staff people and am extremely impressed with their knowledge, gifts, skills and preparatory education to do the work of counseling and advising of all who come for help. No matter the issue of the those coming to The Center, they will be treated as a special person, because they are. The deep commitment of the Staff to help those in needs is evident in the time the Staff spend with their clients. It is true, as people come to The Center for help, help can come if they willingly work in concert with the Staff to final solutions and change for their life. I feel honored to work with such an amazing group of people. I find myself constantly praying for those who do all the hard work of helping others to be all they can be to live happy, healthy and productive lives. I highly recommend The Center to those who need the help that The Center can give them. I must also say, there is a sense of "God-presence" when being a part of all that goes on at The Center. I am honored to be one who gets to challenge the Staff from time to time to be the best that they can be. It is "A Place of Hope" and to give HOPE to those in need is one of the most important things any of us can give to others. No matter who they are!

I highly recommend The Center, A Place of Hope. I have collaborated with Center staff and its co-founder, Dr. Gregg Jantz, on numerous projects over the last decade. With Dr. Jantz to the whole medical and administrative team, I have experienced professionalism and authentic compassion for everyone who is in need. The Center takes a holistic approach that I would love to see every similar facility take across the country.

As a pastor, you may have a sense you need help; your just not always sure who you can trust. I first learned about Dr. Gregg Jantz and his amazing team of counselors when we faced a series of health crisis in our family. A trusted pastor and mentor told me about, The Center. Their holistic team approach to assessing our family's physical, emotional and spiritual well being was the best I have ever seen or experienced! I believe, just like a valued Fortune 500 company needs a board of directors; we need a personal board of directors; people qualified to help us as pastors navigate our unique challenges. A place we can trust. The Center, and Dr. Gregg Jantz have been that place for our family!