Sarasota Adolescent Substance Abuse Intensive Out-Patient Program Opening August 1st! Sarasota Addictions Specialists is excited to announce that we officially open our Adolescent Substance Abuse Intensive Out-Patient Program August 1, 2022.  Our program is in-network with Blue Cross & Blue Shield as well as Cigna.  We are working towards obtaining in-network contracts with other major […]

Change that leads to growth The most exciting thing about prioritizing our mental health is that we get to change the ways we think, act, and feel.  The most terrifying thing about prioritizing our mental health is that we have to change the ways we think, act, and feel.You’ve probably heard the old saw that […]

Losing a cherished friend or family member can throw our lives into tumult. This is especially true if the death was sudden or the deceased young, but we also mourn those we have had a chance to grow close with over decades. We often hear that everyone grieves in their own way. This is true, […]

Financial hardship and mental health issues can often feed into each other. A setback with money can lead to emotional disturbance which makes it harder to pay off debts or secure employment, causing further anguish. It is important to break this vicious cycle. If you are facing a hardship, it can be difficult to justify […]

As people receive their COVID vaccinations, the United States is looking forward to a return to normalcy following the global pandemic. However, during months of social isolation, many individuals began exhibiting symptoms of depression. Simply returning to their pre-COVID routines may not be enough to shake the depression that has settled within them. By now, […]

Putting a family member in a nursing home can be a heart-wrenching decision. A loved one may be loath to leave their own home, and moving them somewhere new and strange can cause feelings of guilt and anxiety. It can be helpful to think through your emotions and any underlying issues that may be influencing […]