Throughout that process, he learned the importance of helping others and living by spiritual principles. Throughout his recovery, James has used his personal story to help make a difference in the lives of others. Over the years he grew into becoming an advocate for people in recovery or seeking recovery from substance use disorders. James is a CCAR Recovery Coach and believes in developing meaningful relationships, and providing highly individualized therapy and client care.
In , James had the opportunity to combine his business experience and passion for recovery to start The Freedom Center. Being born and raised in Gaithersburg, Maryland, it was always a dream for James to start a program where he began his own recovery journey. Having faced addiction in his own life, and having worked through recovery, James truly understands what it takes to get sober and stay sober. James now has the opportunity to do what he loves and help others achieve long-term recovery.
James works alongside the clinical director and administrative team to help ensure that every client benefits from a customized treatment plan and holistic approach that offers freedom from the grips of addiction. Meet Federico Douglas. Federico is a certified A. With strong ties to Victory Christian Church and the step community, Federico shares an amazing personal story of redemption and long-term recovery. With over 32 years in the arena of addiction and sobriety, he uses his vast experience to provide a unique approach to mentorship and guiding our clients toward a supportive lifestyle of recovery.
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. Alcohol is also classified as a depressant. Downers have a sedative, hypnotic and anxiolytic meaning anti-anxiety or anti-panic effect. While temperance in alcohol consumption is advocated, benzodiazepines and barbiturates are prescription medications that should be taken only as prescribed. Higher doses can cause impairment of memory, judgment and coordination, irritability, paranoia and suicidal thoughts.
More serious side effects of barbiturate use may include :. Tolerance is when a greater amount of a drug is required to get the desired effect. Dependence is when withdrawal symptoms occur if the person stops using the drug.
Symptoms of an overdose can include :. Overdose is more likely to be seen in developing countries, where low cost has led to barbiturates being used more to control and prevent seizures. Long-term use can also cause sexual dysfunction, delayed reflexes, a short attention span, and memory loss. People who frequently use barbiturates may reach a constant state that is similar to a drunken daze. As a person uses barbiturates more, the difference between a dose that causes the desired effect and that of a fatal overdose becomes narrower.
This makes overdoses more common in long-term use such as for more than 2 weeks. Suddenly stopping use of barbiturate drugs can quickly lead to withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms may include :. Barbiturate withdrawal can also be fatal. Up to 75 percent of individuals withdrawing from a barbiturate may have one or more seizures , along with confusion and elevated body temperature.
Up to 66 percent of people may experience delirium for several days. The confusion is similar to that seen during alcohol withdrawal, known as delirium tremens DTs. People who are withdrawing may experience anxiety, disorientation, and visual hallucinations. If untreated, this withdrawal can progress to high fever , heart failure , and eventually death. Barbiturates are sedative prescription medications that produce a wide range of relaxing effects on the body, ranging from mild sedation to coma.
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