Hi, I’m Cotone Salvatierra, a 21-year-old web publisher and the founder of Treatment Compass. I’m not a doctor or a counselor. I’m someone who set out to turn a confusing, high-stakes topic into guides anyone can follow.
I started this site because finding clear answers about addiction treatment is harder than it should be. Families and people looking for help often face confusing jargon, hidden costs and sales pitches disguised as advice. I wanted to build a place where the information is plain, honest and easy to act on.
Nothing here replaces professional care. Every guide is built on trusted public sources such as SAMHSA, NIDA and NIAAA, and we link to them so you can check the facts yourself. When something changes, we update the guide and show the date.
Here you’ll find guides on treatment types, costs and insurance, how to spot a legitimate program, and how to support someone you love. We never promise cures or guaranteed results.
If you or someone you know needs help right now, call or text 988, or call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357.
— Cotone Salvatierra
Founder, Treatment Compass