Samantha Nettleton, CCTP, CMHIMP is the Chief Operating Officer and Clinical Director for Spring Gardens Recovery. After completing and receiving her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Human Services (Concentrations in Mental Health & Addiction Counseling), she became licensed for the State of Florida as a Mental Health Counselor. She has also been a recovery coach since 2012. Samantha specializes in Trauma, Personality Disorders, Substance Abuse, Process Addictions, and Other Mental Health Disorders.
How the Pandemic is Affecting Mental Health and Addiction – Would You Know When It Was Time to Find Help? While we work to fight the virus, other unseen enemies like anxiety, depression, and addiction have infiltrated our lives. Issues related to mental health and addiction have increased during the pandemic. Covid-19 has altered life…
Top Benefits of Choosing a Florida Executive Rehab for Addiction Treatment Deciding to get help for a substance abuse addiction is a major step in leading a sober life. This is why you want to make sure you are choosing the right type of rehab center. This decision can truly impact your recovery and the…
Did You Turn to Drinking as a Coping Mechanism in the Weirdest Year Ever? If 2020 left you feeling stressed and worried for the future, you are not alone. Nearly 8 in 10 American adults admit the COVID-19 pandemic was a direct source of stress in their lives.[1] Psychologists are now seeing that type of…
A Look Into Adverse Childhood Experiences and Addiction In the mid-1990s, a healthcare company, Kaiser Permanente, conducted a large survey of its Southern California HMO membership. The survey’s purpose was to determine if there was a direct correlation between childhood experiences and current health status. The study found a significant connection between adverse childhood experiences…
Florida Alcohol Rehab Needed for Alcohol Use Disorder You may feel as though alcohol has taken control of your life. If you fear that you are struggling with problematic alcohol use, you are not alone. More than 100 million people across the globe suffer from an alcohol use disorder. [1] The help you need to…
Animal Therapy in Addiction Rehab Florida Humans have shared a special relationship with animal companions for over 12,000 years. [1] Animals provide comfort, support, and a sense of security, among other positive impacts. It’s no wonder that animal therapy in addiction rehab is becoming popular. Interactions with animals reduce cortisol stress levels, decrease blood pressure,…
Benefits of Yoga in Addiction Treatment and Recovery Addiction is a Chronic Disease. Can Yoga Treatment Help in the Recovery Process? The initial decision to take illicit drugs or to drink is usually voluntary. However, repeated use may alter the brain in ways that can cause substance dependence. Dependence can then lead to an addictive…
The Importance of a Medical Detox Facility for Substance Use When you’re battling a drug or alcohol addiction, ridding your body of the substance can be one of the most difficult parts of the process. Many treatment programs begin with a detox plan. A detox plan is crucial to get all of the substances out…
Beginning Within The Brain: CBT For Addiction Treatment When you decide to seek treatment for substance misuse or addiction, you need to know that many different treatment therapies can make a difference. One therapy is called cognitive-behavioral therapy. It’s known as CBT for short, and it’s a therapy that focuses on cognition and behaviorism. Because…
Pet Therapy During Rehab At Spring Gardens Recovery, your pets are welcome. We understand that pets play an important role in your life and an equal role in your success during recovery. Here some frequently asked questions about pet therapy during rehab. Pet Therapy Programs – What Pets Can Be Therapy Pets? Although many people associate…