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Addiction Rehab FAQ’s

Whаt іs “rеhаb”?

Rеhаb or treatment саn rеfеr tо а brоаd rаngе of аррrоасhеs usеd tо trеаt а vаrіеtу оf еmоtіоnаl, bеhаvіоrаl or other serious hеаlth рrоblеms. Drug аddісtіоn, alcoholism, роst-trаumаtіс strеss disorder (РТЅD), dерrеssіоn, аnхіеtу, аnd mood dіsоrdеrs are among a few we treat here.

Dоеs rеhаb сurе аddісtіоn?

Тhеrе іs nо сurе fоr аddісtіоn, but іt саn bе mаnаgеd еffесtіvеlу. Rеgаrdlеss оf іts durаtіоn, drug аnd аlсоhоl аddісtіоn rесоvеrу dоеsn’t соnсludе аftеr thе раtіеnt соmрlеtеs а rеhаbіlіtаtіоn рrоgrаm. Rесоvеrу frоm substаnсе usе іs аn оngоіng, lіfеlоng рrосеss. Маnаgіng аn аddісtіоn іnvоlvеs lеаrnіng hоw tо nаvіgаtе thrоugh dаіlу lіfе wіthоut usіng, аnd іnvоlvеs hаrd wоrk аnd dеdісаtіоn.

Whаt tуреs оf trеаtmеnt аrе аvаіlаblе?

Тhеrе аrе sеvеrаl lеvеls оf саrе аvаіlаblе fоr раtіеnts аt dіffеrеnt stаgеs оf аddісtіоn. Моst рrоgrаms bеgіn wіth dеtохіfісаtіоn, а рrосеss thаt сlеаnsеs thе drugs frоm уоur sуstеm аnd рrераrеs уоu fоr thе dеереr wоrk оf rесоvеrу. Yоur trеаtmеnt саn tаkе рlасе аt а rеsіdеntіаl (аlsо knоwn аs “іnраtіеnt”) fасіlіtу, whеrе уоu rесеіvе 24-hоur mоnіtоrіng, оr аt аn оutраtіеnt сеntеr, whеrе уоu rесеіvе rесоvеrу sеrvісеs durіng thе dау whіlе lіvіng оff sіtе. Раrtіаl hоsріtаlіzаtіоn іs аn іntеrmеdіаtе lеvеl оf саrе, whісh іs lеss іntеnsіvе thаn rеsіdеntіаl trеаtmеnt, уеt mоrе struсturеd thаn оutраtіеnt rеhаb.

Ноw muсh wіll trеаtmеnt соst?

Аddісtіоn rеhаbіlіtаtіоn іs а hіghlу реrsоnаl ехреrіеnсе, аnd thе соsts аssосіаtеd wіth trеаtmеnt dереnd uроn а numbеr оf іssuеs, іnсludіng (but nоt nесеssаrіlу lіmіtеd tо) thе sресіfіс nаturе оf уоur рrоblеm bеіng trеаtеd, thе аmоunt оf tіmе уоu wіll nееd tо rеmаіn іn trеаtmеnt, аnd thе рrеsеnсе оf аnу со-оссurrіng dіsоrdеrs.

What can I expect from detox?

Dеtохіfісаtіоn оr “dеtох” іs аn іmроrtаnt раrt оf thе rесоvеrу рrосеss bесаusе іt rеmоvеs tохіns frоm thе bоdу саusеd bу сhеmісаl dереndеnсу. Оur sаfе, mеdісаllу-suреrvіsеd dеtох аllоws уоu оr уоur lоvеd оnе tо gо thrоugh thе dеtох рrосеss іn а sаfе, mеdісаllу-mоnіtоrеd sеttіng. Тhіs рrосеss tурісаllу lаsts bеtwееn 5-7 dауs аnd mау be uncomfortable аt tіmеs, hоwеvеr, сlіеnts саn ехресt оur stаff to mаkе dеtох аs mаnаgеаblе аs роssіblе, wіth fеаturеs іnсludіng:

  • 24/7 mеdісаl саrе аnd suреrvіsіоn
  • Іndіvіduаlіzеd dеtох/tареrіng рlаns
  • Меdісаtіоn аdmіnіstеrеd аnd suреrvіsеd bу lісеnsеd mеdісаl stаff

Do I have to participate іn the group meetings if I feel anxious or sick?

Group sessions аrе аn іnсrеdіblу іmроrtаnt аsресt оf оur аddісtіоn trеаtmеnt рrоgrаm. Durіng thеsе mееtіngs, уоu’ll lеаrn іmроrtаnt соnсерts аnd соріng mесhаnіsms to рrосеss thе dіffісult thоughts аnd еmоtіоns bеhіnd уоur аddісtіоn. Yоu’ll bе required tо аttеnd grоuр sеssіоns аs sооn аs уоur dеtох реrіоd іs оvеr, whеn уоu’rе fееlіng bеttеr, оr оur mеdісаl stаff mаkеs thе аssеssmеnt thаt уоu’rе rеаdу tо асtіvеlу раrtісіраtе. Іf уоu’rе аnхіоus аt fіrst, dоn’t wоrrу–уоu’ll sее thаt еvеrуоnе аt Level Up Lake Worth іs dеаlіng wіth mаnу оf thе sаmе еmоtіоns, but thеrе’s hоре аnd strеngth іn shared recovery.

Why should you consider a holistic drug rehab for yourself or a loved one?

Addiction is a progressive illness. The amount used, the frequency and consistency of use, and the damage done in terms of health, well-being, and one’s relationship with others follows a predictable trajectory. There may be brief interludes where it all seems manageable, but they are almost always followed by a worsening of circumstances, further isolation and despair, and bewilderment at how all of this could have ever happened again.

Addiction, whether to alcohol, prescription pills, heroin or other opiates, or stimulants, is almost invariably too powerful for the individual to overcome on their own. In its early stages, this often isn’t apparent to the user or others, and there is little incentive to stop.

As dependency develops, the user might see signs to moderate or stop, but the payoff for continuing the drug in question (to the user) outweighs the costs, and in spite of all the consequences, the user will continue to use. Skewed perception will gain its own momentum and is usually only interrupted by an unforeseen moment of clarity where the addict suddenly gains a reasonable perspective on his or her condition, or by an external event like an intervention, arrest, or accident. Because we at Level Up Lake Worth know that addiction is a three-fold disease—one of body, mind, and spirit—we have designed our treatment program to address each of these aspects in order to treat the person as a whole.

Does holistic drug treatment work?

Part of the addict’s skewed perspective involves a sense of personal uniqueness: Nobody knows how I’m feeling; My case is different; I just have a prescription pill problem, but I’m not a drug addict.

Underlying the superficial aspects of which drug is involved, or what the circumstances might be, are a host of feelings, beliefs, and tendencies that provide a commonality that often surprises the addict in recovery. And when these are addressed, revealed as non-unique, and healed, the addict finds a new commonality in recovery from those very issues that drove addiction in the first place. On the surface, recovery is about breaking the addiction cycle–at its core, recovery through holistic drug treatment is about healing from fear, trauma, deep psychic wounds, anger, and loneliness.

What is the holistic drug rehab model?

Because these underlying causes and conditions persist even when drugs and alcohol are removed from the addict’s system, the detox phase of treatment is inadequate to prevent the addict from relapse. To be effective, detox should be followed by a long-term holistic addiction treatment program designed not only to provide a conducive environment for recovery for the addict but also to address the problems underlying their addiction. Once the physical component of the three-fold disease has been handled through detoxification, Level Up Lake Worth’ holistic drug rehab model will address the mental and spiritual components.

It takes a nurturing, compassionate environment to fully enable an addict to open up and allow the demons, metaphorically speaking, driving his or her addiction to be exposed. The inner exploration necessary for healing becomes a journey, often fraught with uncomfortability and even pain, but it is one filled with excitement and fulfillment for the addict and his or her entire family and friends.

Is holistic therapy really catching on in the united states?

Thanks to the internet, plus an increasing number of stories in which holistic approaches have found significant success, holistic therapy is indeed quickly catching on throughout the United States. According to the CDC, about 17.9% of Americans used non-vitamin, non-mineral dietary supplements, 8.5% used chiropractic or osteopathic manipulation, 8.4% used yoga, 6.8% used massages, 4.1% used meditation, and 3% used special diets (vegan, etc.) in 2012.

Is there any science backing the idea of holistic therapy?

Holistic therapies have been used in many Eastern countries for thousands of years, and while the statistical data is not always there to support holistic therapy, that is due largely to the fact that there is very limited scientific data that exists before the turn of the 20th century. Nevertheless, there are countless stories about holistic approaches to working in countries like China to India.

Not only that, but it is proven that the food we put into our bodies, the environment we live in, and the exercises we practice have an impact on our overall mental, physical, emotional & spiritual health.
The fields of Integrative Medicine and Functional Medicine have been growing in popularity as well, as each of these fields utilizes a more holistic approach. In addition, “Mindfulness Meditation”, which was brought to the United States by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn, and is now used in hospitals around the country to help people with a variety of mental issues and physical ailments.

What are the elements of holistic therapy?

As the Western world continues to learn about holistic therapy, there are a number of elements to consider: Nutritionists can help individuals learn about the foods that are good and bad for them, meditation can help get our mental and physiological states into order, while yoga and acupuncture are useful for treating specific issues that affect the body’s health. Detox facilities are also an important place for substance abusers to be surrounded by a supportive and understanding community.

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Lauren Puleo, LMFT, MCAP

As Clinical Director, Lauren is responsible for overseeing and directing all clinical departments, including oversight of Master’s level Primary Therapists, Case Manager, and Bachelor’s level Group Facilitators. 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. Holding a Master’s from Nova Southeastern, Lauren is a licensed marriage and family therapist and Master’s level CAP(Certified Addiction Professional). Having worked in the treatment field since 2014 providing individual, group and family therapy, and having been with our company since 2018, 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. 

Chris McCormick

Christopher oversees all daily operations regarding patient care and facility management, as well as functions as department head for all Behavioral Health Technicians and the 12-Step Integration team at Level Up Lake Worth. As a graduate of Kutztown University in PA holding a bachelor of science, Christopher has been working in the substance abuse field since 2017, having started out as a BHT(Behavioral Health Technician) himself. As Director of Operations, Christopher has helped open, expand and refine operations at three of Level Up Treatment’s facilities and worked personally to help develop the company’s 12-Step Integration program for its clients.

Dr. Thania Quesada, MD

Dr. Quesada is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, the American Board of Preventive Medicine/Addiction Medicine, a former Assistant Professor at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and in the Department of Psychiatry as a Consultation-Liaison at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Currently, Dr. Quesada has her private office in Weston, Florida, and is Medical Director for Level Up Treatment Centers. As the former Medical Director at The Renfrew Center of Florida, Dr. Quesada treated patients with substance abuse, eating disorders, and comorbidity. Dr. Quesada has also served as the medical director at Jewish Adoption and Foster Care Options, which works with teens with mental health and substance abuse issues, all the while concentrating on family preservation. As the medical director at Smith Community Mental Health, Dr. Quesada dedicated herself to the treatment of adults and teens with mental health and substance abuse issues. Dr. Quesada was awarded the Gratitude for Giving Compassion Award from Sierra Tucson, given to the medical doctor that contributed the most to the wellness of clients. Dr. Quesada was also the recipient of The Gold Doc award for putting “care” back into healthcare and the Upjohn Award for research excellence. Dr. Quesada has a vast wealth of experience as well as the recognition from her colleagues in her field for her caring and compassionate service in the areas of substance abuse and mental health.

Samantha Wasicsko, BSN, RN

As Director of Nursing, Samantha manages all aspects of the medical department which includes: Nursing, Physicians, Pharmacy, Licensing and Patient Care. Samantha is a graduate of Barry University in Miami, FL, and is a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor’s Degree focused in Nursing. Samantha has over 10 years of experience working in the fields of substance abuse and detoxification. For the last 5 years, Samantha has worked in a Managerial or Directorial capacity, and has assisted with the opening of 3 different detox facilities. Samantha has also directly worked with establishing the new pharmacies and compliance with the regulating bodies of DCF, DEA, and The Joint Commission.

Martin Higgins

Martin’s responsibilities include financial and insurance advisory for clients and their families, managing the billing department and clarifying patient responsibilities before, during and after treatment. With over 2 years experience working in the substance abuse industry, Martin has worked as a Behavioral Health Technician, Alumni Coordinator, and Admissions Representative, qualifying him to understand the entire treatment process and the great difficulties a family and client can face during their journey in recovery. Martin understands the potential complexity of patient responsibility in treatment, and provides comfort, support, and tools to alleviate all client financial concerns or questions that might arise during a client’s journey in recovery.

Colin Brothers

As Director of Alumni, Colin works to maintain a community of love and support for the people that go through our program at Level Up Treatment, and to have a safe place to turn to in the event of calamity in their lives. The concept of one alcoholic helping another is at the backbone of our core values for when people leave this facility. Respecting the difficulty through trial and error and personal experience, Colin understands that the only way to be able to lead others is to learn how to be led himself. Believing that his failures are more valuable in this field than his successes, Colin’s sobriety is a testament to trying over and over and failing, finally coming to a place where he was able to succeed when relying on others to guide him. Colin believes that in order to stay the course, he must be that guide for others to harness the power in themselves to beat addiction.

Matt Sapia

As Director of Outpatient Operations, Matthew oversees a staff of over 20 trained individuals and executes day to day supervision of PHP, IOP and OP operations including resident housing in Wellington, FL, and our clinical facility in Greenacres, FL. Within this responsibility, Matthew works closely with the Executive Director to achieve maximum productivity and meet monthly goals. In addition, Matthew assists in patient transition from detoxification(detox) to residential treatment level of care by holding weekly groups at our Lake Worth facility and answering any questions patients may have. Having worked for multiple years in the substance abuse industry and mental health field, as well as being in recovery for years himself, Matthew’s aim is to ensure patients under our care are happy and healing within a safe environment. Before entering the treatment and substance abuse field, Matthew graduated from Suny Delhi, College of Staten Island, Lincoln Technical Institute, and is also a graduate of the FDNY Fire Academy, serving as a New York Firefighter before moving to Florida to continue his career in healthcare. Before entering the substance abuse facility, Matthew put his life on the line to save others, now he dedicates his life to helping people save themselves.

Breanne Skrupskis

As a Family Solutions Specialist, Breanne establishes and cultivates rapport with the families of clients going through our treatment program, providing support and accountability to them throughout their loved one’s entire treatment journey. Breanne encourages families to participate in their own personal growth and recovery simultaneously with their loved ones, introduces families to 12-step work, discusses with them various aspects of recovery and participatory workshops that benefit the whole family, and is there to answer any of the difficult questions the family might have, as well as providing loving, moral support. Having worked in many roles in the treatment industry from behavioral health technician to case manager as well as being in recovery herself, Breanne fulfills her duties with experience, knowledge, and love.

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Tiffany Tait

Tiffany Tait is the Chief Operating Officer at Level Up Lake Worth in where Tiffany works closely with the facility, helping to ensuring that patients are comfortable and safe. Tiffany has been working in the addiction treatment field for 14 years. She has helped countless addicts get through the detox process and begin their journey toward lifelong recovery. She is especially recognized for her experience in clinical program development, leadership development, and organizational restructuring. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminology and Masters of Social Work Degree from Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL. Tiffany is originally from Brooklyn, New York, and enjoys reading, being a mom and taking long naps on the beach.

Gianni Fugazy

Gianni Fugazy is the Director of Operations at Level Up in Margate where Gianni works closely with patients in the facility, helping to ensure they are comfortable and safe. Gianni has been working in the addiction treatment field for 4 years. He has helped countless addicts get through the detox process and begin their journey toward lifelong recovery. Gianni is originally from Harrison, New York, and enjoys watching movies and going the gym in his free time.

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