The Benefits of Holistic Approaches to Addiction Treatment
Addiction is a complex disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by a compulsive need to use drugs or alcohol despite the negative consequences that come with it. Traditional approaches to addiction treatment focus on detoxification and behavioral therapy. However, recent research has shown that holistic approaches to addiction treatment may be […]
Understanding the Different Types of Addiction Treatments and Therapies
Addiction is a complex disease that affects millions of people around the world. It is a chronic condition that can have a profound impact on a person’s life, as well as their family and friends. Fortunately, there are a variety of treatments and therapies available to help individuals overcome addiction and achieve long-term recovery. In […]
The Role of Therapy in Addiction Treatment
Addiction is a complex disease that affects not only the individual struggling with it but also their loved ones. It is a chronic condition that requires a comprehensive treatment approach, including therapy. Therapy plays a crucial role in addiction treatment, helping individuals to understand the underlying causes of their addiction, develop coping skills, and maintain […]
The Benefits of Outpatient Addiction Treatment
Addiction is a complex and destructive disease that can impact all areas of an individual’s life. Fortunately, help is available and outpatient treatment is a popular and effective option for those seeking recovery. Outpatient addiction treatment allows individuals to receive treatment for their addiction while continuing to live at home and fulfill daily responsibilities such […]
What Comes After Sarasota Drug and Alcohol Detox
So you’ve completed detox and now you’re wondering what comes next. One of the most common reasons for relapse is a failure to secure ongoing treatment after detox. Many people believe that if they can just clear the drugs from their system, they will no longer have the desire to use. But addiction is more […]
Introducing MindSol Wellness Center
Hello! Sarasota Addiction Specialists hopes that everyone had a fantastic Independence Day! We have some very exciting news and updates we would like to share with you all! On April 1st, 2021 SAS opened its doors to its sister company, MindSol Wellness Center. This side of our business is open to treat various forms of […]
COVID-19 & Its Impact on the Recovery Community
As treatment providers for substance abuse, we all know that social distancing goes against everything we have been trained with regard to treatment of addiction. We tell our clients from the beginning of their treatment to reach out to others, be honest, share their feelings, DO NOT BE ALONE TOO LONG, AND DO NOT ISOLATE. […]
Drug and Alcohol Treatment in the Time of COVID-19
Dear Friends, We hope that this communication finds you and your family safe and well during these extraordinary times. SAS has spent time thinking about the current world health crisis and the toll it is taking on our communities, families and individuals. We feel that at a time like this it is important to focus […]
The Fundamentals of Outpatient Treatment for Addiction and Alcoholism
The Fundamentals of Outpatient Treatment for Addiction and Alcoholism By Dr. Kimberly s. Benson LMHC,CAC,ICADC,CCTP Licensed Mental Health Counselor Certified Addictions Professional International Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor Certified Clinical Trauma Professional The latest DSM V describes alcohol, drugs and other substance use as Substance Use Disorder AKA also known as SUD. The […]
What Comes After Detox? Why Ongoing Treatment Matters
Completing detox is an important step in recovery. For many people, it is the first time in a long time that drugs or alcohol are no longer physically present in the body. That can feel like a major turning point, and it is. But detox is not the same as recovery. Detox helps the body […]