Founded in 2013 by Peter Dawson in response to a critical shortage of detoxification services in Auckland, Turning Point New Zealand offers comprehensive addiction and mental health treatment through medical detox and residential programs. The facility tailors its approach to each individual, with flexible lengths of stay determined by personal needs rather than rigid timelines. Their holistic treatment philosophy addresses the underlying causes of addiction while supporting the whole person through recovery. What sets Turning Point apart is its team of DAPAANZ-registered counselors and therapists, many of whom have personal recovery experience. This lived understanding creates a uniquely empathetic environment for clients. Treatment combines individual and group therapy based on 12-Step principles, with all care plans overseen by the medical director and adjusted as needed. The residential program, lasting between 28-90+ days, emphasizes relapse prevention, healthy coping mechanisms, and physical wellness through nutrition and exercise. Clients completing the 28-day program receive access to a comprehensive 24-month continuing care plan with twice-weekly meetings. Turning Point also extends support to families through counseling resources and a weekly 12-Step Friends and Family group, recognizing that recovery affects the entire family system. Set on 25 tranquil acres, the facility provides gender-separate accommodations in a comfortable, homelike setting. Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals, spacious living areas, and dedicated outdoor spaces for reflection and meditation. Daily meditation sessions and on-site yoga classes complement the clinical program, supporting holistic healing in a peaceful environment where clients can focus fully on their recovery journey.