The Pathway Program

09/04/2026

Curious about the owners of the Pathway Program? You may have already met them, but just in case you haven’t…

The Pathway Program is owned and operated by Joshua and Valerie Azevedo, a couple who found recovery young, got married, and built a life raising two kids while helping other families do the same.

Joshua is a licensed counselor with more than 19 years of experience in inpatient, outpatient, and residential programs. He’s the program director and is on site at the Arizona center every day.

Valerie spent 19 years in program administration. She’s now a full-time mom and still consults regularly.

They know what early recovery actually feels like and they know what it takes to stay in it.

That’s why Pathway is built around more than just treatment. It’s built around giving young people a real chance to be happy and confident without substances.

When the people running the program have lived it, it shows.

Learn more about Joshua and Valerie here:

Joshua and Valerie Azevedo are passionate about recovery and dedicated to providing the best drug and alcohol programs for youth and families in AZ and CA.

09/03/2026

Recovery doesn’t end when treatment does.
The weeks and months after leaving a program are some of the most important and most vulnerable. A strong aftercare plan isn’t extra. It’s essential.

That’s why The Pathway Program offers comprehensive aftercare at no cost to every young person who successfully completes treatment.

It includes: • Aftercare groups • Individual and family counseling • Alternative peer groups • Sober social events • Parent support groups

The goal is simple: stay connected, stay accountable, and keep using the tools they learned in treatment when real life starts again.

Read more here:

Pathway provides the best and most comprehensive and long-term aftercare drug abuse programs and services available near Phoenix, AZ, Santa Cruz and Sacramento, California.

09/02/2026

Sometimes young people need a new environment to get sober.

The Pathway Program partners with Step Two Recovery Center for a 45-day residential treatment program. There is a program for adolescents 13-17, and another program for young adults ages 18-25.

Teens get 24/7 supervision, counseling, support groups, and sober activities while parents stay involved through parent counseling sessions and our parent support group.

To find out more, hop over to our blog post about our residential program:

Pathway provides substance abuse counseling and support group meetings for teens admitted into Step Two Recovery residential substance abuse treatment program.

08/31/2026

Ever heard of an APG or Alternate Peer Group? Kyle Nowak, CADCII & Aptos Facility Director, breaks down why APGs are so pivotal for young people’s recovery.

08/30/2026

We love to hear how our program helped change lives for the better 💙 It’s such a joy to witness so many miracles in sobriety!

08/23/2026

Looking for the right alcohol and drug treatment program for a teen or young adult?
Choosing can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re in the middle of a crisis. Our latest blog walks you through what to look for, the questions that actually matter, and how to find a program that fits your family (not just what’s in-network).

You’ll learn about:
• Levels of care (inpatient, residential, IOP, and more)
• Key questions to ask every program
• Why specializing in adolescents and young adults makes a difference
• The importance of family involvement and aftercare

Read the full guide here:
https://thepathwayprogram.com/alcohol-and-drug-treatment-program/

The more informed you are, the better the outcome for your family.

Looking for a treatment program? Here are some tips for finding the right drug and alcohol treatment.

08/19/2026

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08/15/2026

We love to hear this 🩵 It’s our honor to serve the young people and families in our community.

If you or a young person you know needs help, give us a call for a free consultation.

08/11/2026

Here’s an excerpt from the book Parent to Parent, written by parents who have personally navigated the challenges of supporting teens struggling with substance abuse.

If you’re going through something similar, this book provides honest insight, practical guidance, and real hope from people who understand.

Interested in a copy? We’d be happy to help! The book is available for purchase at our parent meetings and in our offices. Just let us know and we’ll reserve one for you.