Birch Tree Communities celebrated the opening of its newly renovated program center on Highway 16 in Clinton with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking a significant expansion of therapeutic services for adults living with serious mental illness.

The organization purchased the building in 2023 and began a comprehensive renovation in 2024. In partnership with Sowell Architects and Noacon, Inc., Birch Tree Communities transformed the space into a modern, recovery-focused facility spanning more than 10,000 square feet.

Designed to foster healing and engagement, the program center offers a wide range of supportive services in a welcoming environment. Amenities include a large program room, private therapy spaces, an expressive arts studio, an exercise room dedicated to physical wellness, and a spacious dining area with a commercial kitchen to support members’ nutritional needs.

“The new program center in Clinton is part of our broader vision to create comfortable, therapeutic communities for the people we serve,” said Dr. Brad Holloway, Chief Executive Officer of Birch Tree Communities. “Our priority remains serving adults living with serious mental illness across Arkansas, and we are committed to continually enhancing the quality of care we provide.”

Clinton Director of Branch Operations Merinda Jackson, LPC, emphasized the positive impact of the new facility on members. “Our members spend their weekdays in the program center, and they are eager to begin using this new space,” Jackson said. “The expanded offerings help build pride in the program and strengthen their engagement in treatment.”