Testimonials (original and unedited)

December 2,2005

Dear Dr. Cadwalder & Mr. Story,
Thank you, thank you for giving us our daughter back! When we came to Cadwlader, we were desperate for help in treating our daughter's drug addiction and anorexia. Her stay at the Ranch was such a wonderful experience. The entire staff was a god send for us. Each of you are such professionals, while at the same time keeping the human factor in your dealings with the patients and their parents. We always felt that you were concerned about not only Megan, but our entire family. Megan is doing well, making straight A's and holding down a job while completing her senior year in high school. Without all of the education and support that she was given while in your care, none of this would have been possible. You have truly given her a second chance at life.
I would also like to specially thank Mr. Story for his unprecedented patience in dealing with our insurance company! I can't begin to tell you how grateful we are for the time and energy you spent trying to get everything approved and how understanding you were during the appeal process. There aren't many health care entities out there that are as patient and supportive as you were. We can never thank you enough.
Sincerely,
Berry & Cindy T.

Learning to Fly
Here I am once again rebuilding the steps that have passed me by
Once again relearning the feeling of experiencing the ability to fly
Before my mom had taught me how to let go and fly free
However, I didn't hold, my wings broke, and my eating disorder wouldn't let me be.
I let it control me and my life became covered in a colorless shadow with no real meaning,
I felt I didn't have the option of opening my eyes and truly seeing.
This all changed for me not so long ago
This kind of peace surrounded me, how I missed it so.
I turned to him two years ago and last month I gave him most of this,
But just last week he reached down and delivered me with a kiss.
I am so grateful God blessed me with my strong desire to recover
I gave him all and searched through the past to begin to rediscover
I pray so much for those who have to continue to search for so many a mile.
Years from now, I can look back and know my eating disorder is covered under a pile.
It will not be able to come back again because I really let it go
I put it in God's hands and it's he who makes me know that I am beautiful inside and out
And HE WILL WATCH ME FLY,
These miracles will raise me up to soar above the sky……
Danielle 2005

What can you say about a group of dedicated professionals who saved the life of the most precious daughter, wife, sister and friend? You can say thank you, and pray that other young girls and their families find this country lodge, that sprawls under the canopy of majestic pines and oaks, in time to save their daughter's life. I have never been exposed to a more loving, caring, dedicated group of people who through their work are creating miracles in the lives of many young ladies. My daughter, and many other young ladies the Cadwalder Clinic have helped, are living testimonies of what can and must be done to pry the relentless grip that disordered eating has on our frail and cherished offspring. God bless the Cadwalder Clinic personnel and god save our daughters.– Family, 2003

Kathy and Doc-
How can I ever begin to thank you for all you have given me. I have my life back because of you and the program you established. Kathy, thank you so much for the wisdom you have shared with me through the Equine Assisted Psychotherapy activities and just in general. I remember one day I was having a really hard time and you talked to me during Equine Assisted Psychotherapy with Cheryl and Meghan. I still think about "going powerless" over things. Thank you for being so devoted to helping me. You even made my peanut butter things especially for me. You made it nearly impossible for me to believe I was un-loveable because you were always there to show me love. That means more than you know to me. Your program has literally saved me from death. I will miss you very much!! Yet again, thank you.
Love,
Kristen V. 2005

Cadwalder Behavioral Clinics has been the miracle I have been waiting for. The awesome, loving and caring staff, and the horse therapy has changed my life completely. Cadwalder was the answer to my prayers. – Patient, age 23

I'm really thankful for CBC. I'm learning so much about myself throughout horse therapy, group, and talking with others here. Coming to Cadwalder is the best experience of my life. – Patient, age 16

Words cannot express our sincere thanks and gratitude for all you have done in giving Susie a 2nd chance at all life has to hold. We really felt at ease the moment we came to C.B.C. and we feel like you've come to be like a 2nd family to us and especially to Susie. Each and every one of you brings a special quality and touch that is so rare in a treatment facility and we know each guest is touched and changed from being here. You all have taught Susie some valuable skills she will need to face her future and we have set in motion the support to keep her on the right path. Above all, God will never leave her nor forsake her and she will become a stronger person from this experience. Our hopes and prayers for C.B.C. are that many lives will be transformed and saved by Gods' grace and your mission and many blessings will come to all those who serve here. With love and gratitude, Mike & Nancy -- Chicago (Anorexia Nervosa) age 20.

CBC Staff, Kathy, Doc, Lawrence
I'm graduating! Can you believe it?? I am going to miss you, CBC & devotions; who would have guessed? Thank you so much for giving me a second chance & believing in me. The fact that you let me come back, really shows you care & had faith & hope in me. I am so grateful to have met a person like you, you are a true angel of GOD with so much knowledge, love & care to share that I know we girls haven't been able to see that or appreciate that. Without Eating Disorder & other addictions taking over in our minds. I am going to miss this whole place, but thank you for this opportunity which has truly changed my life. I LOVE YOU!!!
Mereidth

Doc & Kathy, Wow, where do I even begin? I am just so incredibly grateful that I got a second chance at life here at C.B.C. In these past four months I have learned so much about myself and changed my entire perspective on life. Never in my life have I met such genuine, sweet, intelligent people. I will never forget this place and the time I spent here! I hope to come back for a visit in about a month. Thank you guys so much for everything you have done for me. I am just so grateful thta God planned for our paths to cross. I wish you guys the best of luck in the future, my parents have already recommended C.B.C. to two people. What you guys do here is so great! Thank you guys again with all my heart, God bless you! Love always, Susie Q -- Chicago (Anorexia Nervosa) age 20.

Dear C.B.C. Staff : Including Doc, Kathy, Lawrence, Kathleen, Teddy, Paula, Mark, Chelsea, all the techs : Kim, Dorothy, Paris, Constance, Shante, Shantell, Rebecca, and everyone else! I just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking such great care of me and for helping me with my recovery! I know that if it were not for the help I recieved from C.B.C., I might not be alive today! Please know you will always be special to me and that I pray that you will continue the great work that you do daily. Maybe if I'm ever in the Houston area I will holler at ya'll!!! I'm doing pretty good, living one day at a time, but I feel very hopeful! Love, Jennifer J. -- Arkansas (Anorexia Nervosa) age 33.

Roger, "Thanks you for being an inspiration to me. Thank you for giving me hope when there was no hope . Thank you for standing by me when others were ready to throw in the towel. You and Kathy gave me a foundation to build 18 + years of sobriety on. you will always hold a special place in my heart and my life." Donna O. (Binge Eatinf Disorder) age

Kathy, "Iam so grateful to you for all you have done for me while I've been staying at the "Cadwalder Day Spa". This place has saved my life. I had none coming in and learned through yourself and the rest of the staff how to live again. You never cease to amaze me - you make me laugh hysterically everytime I see you! I look foward to the old Navigator pulling up so I can get a chuckle... and I will never forget holding you in my arms like a baby- twice. I love you Kathy and I cannot find the words strong enough to thank you. I am going to miss seeingyou everyday." Rachael G. (Depression) age

Calvin - Horse Specialist, "I am so very grateful to God for putting you in my life to help me through my recovery. You are an amazing example of a great man and the way he should carry himself around a woman. I still blown away by every EAP exercise we did and its amazing application. You have have wonderful insight into what you're doing. I appreciate all of your help." Rachael G.(Depression) age

Kathy and Doc, "Thank you for giving so much of yourselves to help so many people. Your facility allows the help we need to overcome our addictions, obsessions and illnesses. With CBC there is hope. Thank you for working so much with Rachael. You have given her the tools she need to become and stay healhy". Dorothy G. (Parent) (Depression) age

DOC CADWALDER,
I just wanted to take a second to thank you for everything you have done to help me. You are such an inspiring man. I have so much gratitude in me to you and Kathy for opening CBC and I love you both dearly. I pray for continued health and happiness
I LOVE YOU,
Rachel

Administration Staff, "I'm graduating! Can you believe it??? Iam going to miss you., CBC & Devotionals; Who would have guess? Thank you so much for giving me a second & believe in me. The fact you let me come back, really shows you care & had faith's hope in me. I am so grateful to have met a person like you. You are a true angel of God with so much knowledge, love and care to share, that I know we girls haven't been able to see that nor appreciate that, with our Eating Disorder and other addictions taking over our minds. I am going to miss this whole place, but thank you for this opportunity which has changed my life." Meredith G. , katy , Texas (Bulimia and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) age

November 5, 2004

Dear Doc, Kathy and The Incedible Cadwalder Staff, "We would like tothank you for the wonderful, loving care that you have given to our daughter Kristina. She came to you in poor shape, hvaing reached a serious and broken bottom. By the grace of God and with your loving care, Kristina came home with some hope and willingness to rebuild her life using the skills you helped to instill. The facility provides the ideal environment for recovery. The staff, through their love and skills provides the catalyst for miracles. She spent seventy-two days with you that gave her hope and us the time to recharge our efforts to help her. Kristina is still actively participating inthe Adolescents in Recovery Program in Katy and we attend three meetings a week and sre in family therapy. We are much happier and are thankful for the progress we all have made." Bob C. and Ellen C. (Chemical Dependency) Kristina Age 15

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