Places for People

About Places for People Places for People provides outpatient addiction treatment and mental health services in Saint Louis, serving individuals from children through adults since 1972. The recovery center specializes in trauma-informed care and medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders.

Places for People operates as an outpatient addiction treatment center in Saint Louis, Missouri, offering mental health and substance abuse treatment services from their Lindell Boulevard location. Since 1972, this recovery center has maintained its mission to help people find their place in the world through comprehensive outpatient programs. The facility takes what they describe as a human approach to mental health and healing, serving the broader Saint Louis region and Missouri.

The outpatient program at Places for People addresses both substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Their treatment model incorporates medication-assisted treatment for those in recovery who can benefit from this approach. The center provides structured outpatient services Monday through Friday, allowing clients to maintain work, school, and family commitments while receiving ongoing addiction treatment and support.

Places for People centers their treatment philosophy around trauma-informed care, recognizing how past experiences impact recovery outcomes. This approach shapes how staff interact with clients and design treatment plans. Under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Tony Hilkin, the organization maintains its founding principle of helping individuals discover their role within their recovery community and broader social connections.

The recovery center serves a diverse population including children, adolescents, youth, and adults throughout the Saint Louis area. Their long-standing presence in the community since 1972 demonstrates sustained commitment to local recovery needs. For those seeking outpatient addiction treatment that addresses both substance use and mental health concerns, Places for People offers established programming with flexible scheduling that supports ongoing recovery while maintaining daily responsibilities.