Trailer: The 13th Step

The addiction treatment industry in New Hampshire faces a reckoning as investigative reporter Lauren Chooljian uncovers systemic sexual harassment and assault within the state’s largest recovery network. At the center of the allegations is a prominent figure once hailed as the "God of recovery," whose professional success masked a pattern of predatory behavior toward vulnerable women seeking healing. The investigation reveals how the lack of oversight in rehab facilities allows perpetrators to thrive, often leading to the "13th stepping" of clients. As the reporting progressed, the stakes escalated from professional inquiry to personal danger, involving targeted threats and vandalism intended to silence witnesses and the journalist alike. This account exposes the limits of the MeToo movement within the recovery community and highlights the perilous nature of investigative journalism when confronting powerful institutions built on the promise of integrity.