With a robust foundation in step philosophy, Federico can not only educate the clients on the model, but also integrate the tried-and-true principles in a more personal, clinical setting. She joined The Freedom Center team to provide counseling for substance use disorders and related mental health issues on an individual basis, facilitate group sessions, provide assessments, and provide support to the clinical staff. Bunmi is dedicated to helping her clients reach their full potential and build their toolkit of resources to support their long-term recovery.
Meet Cheryl Moore. Cheryl is a Clinical Social Worker licensed by the state of Maryland with over 30 years of experience in the field. Her experience in a variety of settings, from leadership in a hospital setting to private practice, affords Cheryl a well-rounded skillset ready to render top-notch care and serve the needs of our diverse community.
As a licensed clinician, Cheryl stands ready to diagnose and treat a wide spectrum of mental, behavioral, and personality disorders that sometimes present alongside a substance use disorder. Meet Mr. Kevin Sockwell. Judy is a Primary Therapist who provides services to clients with dual-diagnosis disorders and is skilled in providing Trauma-Informed Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Eating Disorders.
She has served in both clinical and leadership positions in a number of roles, in inpatient and outpatient settings, as a Primary Therapist and Clinical Supervisor. Deirdre has extensive experience in mental health and treating substance use disorder related issues.
She served as a Wellness coordinator at Search for Change, Inc and currently serves as an Independent Practice Coach from to present. As the Family Nurse Practitioner, Deirdre performs history and physical exams, and works with clients to diagnose and treat dual diagnosis clients.
He then attended New York Medical College for his residency training. Prior to being hired at The Freedom Center, he spent over twenty years working in the field of addictions treatment, and has been involved in nearly every treatment setting, from outpatient to residential to maintenance management.
As the Medical Director, Mark works with the staff to coordinate the appropriate level of care for each individual client.
What he has found to be most rewarding about working in the addictions treatment field is being able to help suffering addicts and alcoholics to realize their fullest potential. A veteran of two branches of the U. Max began his career in the addiction field working as a group facilitator and teacher, developing and delivering a successful faith-based curriculum in a long-term residential treatment setting. Accruing years of hands-on experience working alongside the administrators of facilities across the country in development of their own unique programs gave Max a unique and robust perspective into the administrative requirements of addiction treatment programs.
Today, Max is able to channel his passion for battling the disease of addiction into ensuring The Freedom Center maintains strict adherence to the guidelines set forth by The Joint Commission and our partnerships in the insurance industry, and is constantly striving to improve the overall performance of the facility. Table of Contents. Search for:. Related Articles.
Vanessa R. Alexandra Gifford Director of Operations Alexandra oversees all operations with The Freedom Center to ensure clients are given the best chance at success. An example of a depressant would be alcohol. When people are drunk they may appear to move and speak more slowly.
This is because the functions of their body have been slowed down by the depressant nature of alcohol. Consuming high amounts of alcohol can also depress the nervous system to the point where a person literally becomes depressed. Other forms of depressants are barbiturates and benzodiazepines. These are two families of prescription medications. Examples of barbiturates are Amytal, Numbutal, and Seconal.
Examples of benzodiazepines include Xanax, Klonopin, Librium, and Halcion. People who are unaware of how these substances affect the body may begin to combine them. The most common combination of upper and downer is cocaine and alcohol. People have been combining these two substances socially for decades, not realizing what they are doing to their bodies. In fact, you or someone you know may have used this very combination of substances in the past.
The combination of these substances typically starts with the use of a downer or depressant. Anxiety is widely-considered the most common mental health condition, and downers are usually prescribed as treatment. Someone with anxiety may take their medication to feel more calm and relaxed. Once the medicine starts to take effect, however, this person may begin to feel like they are falling asleep or losing energy.
The danger, though, is that it starts a dangerous cycle that can lead to heavy drug use and addiction. It could also eventually lead to overdose and possible death. This is why education is vitally important.
Without knowing which drugs are uppers and downers, it would be very difficult to avoid this cycle of drug combination. Call us today and start the path to a new life without the use of drugs or alcohol! Make a Payment Refund Policy. Table of Contents hide. What Are Downers? CNS Depression. What Are Uppers? Risks of Combining Depressants and Stimulants 3. Health Risks. Getting Help for Polydrug Use and Addiction.
Sedation Muscle relaxation Dizziness Drowsiness Trembling. Reduced inhibitions Impaired coordination Impaired memory Fatigue Lethargy. Slurred speech Impaired cognition Impaired vision Impaired motor skills. Slowed, labored, or stopped breathing Respiratory arrest Unresponsiveness Coma and death.
Dizziness Sweating Insomnia Hypersomnia Headache. Chest pains Muscle tension Jaw clenching Tremors Heart palpitations. Nationally Accredited:. Phone: MAT Nicknames for Stimulants What Are Downers? What Are Uppers? What Are Downers? August 21, Read more. July 22, July 13, Looking for Immediate Help?
Speak with an Addiction Advisor. Call the number below. Quick Links. Get help now! Lauren coordinates therapeutic care, chart auditing, and ensures the safe and appropriate clinical treatment of our clients. Lauren is responsible for developing and overseeing group schedules, coordination of aftercare, and discharge planning. In addition, Lauren also conducts daily staff meetings and provides weekly supervision for clinicians to help strengthen and hone their skills.
Her primary role as Clinical Director is management of her clinical team, facilitating groups, as well as holding a small caseload of clients. Having worked in the treatment field since providing individual, group and family therapy, and having been with our company since , Lauren has a strong passion for helping those and the families of those suffering from addiction. Sergio Witis Sergio is a Certified Addiction Counselor and group facilitator in charge of adding culture to the clients experience through, music, art, inner child work, and community.
With 20 years of experience in the music industry, touring internationally in bands, running a record label, and producing, It is his passion and purpose to create a safe environment for others to express themselves in order to find happiness in their own lives. Michael Borzillo Working hand in hand with and directing the medical, clinical, and behavioral tech departments, Michael leads our West Palm facility with dedication, love, motivation, and patience.
With over 12 years of experience in the field of addiction treatment, Michael has worked his way up and through every facet of treatment operation. Having an intimate knowledge of the industry from his humble beginnings as a behavioral health tech, supervisor, clinical liaison, and now to current role as Regional Operations Manager with Level Up Treatment , Michael takes pride in leading by example, and most importantly never forgetting where he came from.
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