The directors of this program, Gilles and Liliane Desjardins, have a distinguished record of achievement which has earned them the respect of professionals in this field and the gratitude of countless program participants whose renewal has brought joy and hope to their lives and the lives of those who love them.
Gilles and Liliane Desjardins, counselors since 1976, are renowned for their highly successful and innovative work and the Desjardins Unified Model of Treatment. They co-founded Pavillon Gilles Desjardins in Val David, Quebec, Canada and Pavillon International, a center for treatment of addictions in North Carolina.
As Certified Clinical Addiction Specialists, the Desjardins have a profound dedication to their work that was rooted in their own personal struggles with addiction and harmful relationships. Liliane has been involved in her own recovery process for the past 30 years and Gilles for the past 40 years.
The Desjardins are proven leaders in the healing of emotions. They know how to spark the desire and strength needed to change and lead a more effective life. With humor, warmth and expertise they create the magic necessary for transformation.
