How Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Helps in Drug Addiction Recovery
The grip of drug addiction on communities is both devastating and far-reaching. The road to recovery is complex, requiring more than just the will to recover; it necessitates comprehensive and evidence-based treatments. At Modern Psychiatry and Wellness we stand at...
Teen Opioid Addiction: Why Early, Flexible Treatment Works
Teen opioid use has become a serious problem in recent years. Synthetic opioids like fentanyl are causing a big rise in overdose deaths among teens. This is hurting families everywhere, from all walks of life. At Modern Psych, we understand how serious this is and...
The Hidden Signs of Drug Addiction in Teens and Adults
Drug addiction is a challenge that impacts millions of lives every year, often manifesting silently before its consequences become devastating. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), over 20 million Americans aged 12 and older struggle with...
Get to Know Joe McCoy, Assistant Housing Manager
Joe McCoy brings heart, strength, and lived experience to his role as Assistant Housing Manager at Modern Psych. His journey hasn’t been easy—but it’s one that inspires the work he does every single day. After spending 30 years in addiction and spending time in...
Understanding the Cycle of Alcoholism
Alcoholism is more than just drinking too much. It’s a pattern that often starts small and grows over time. At first, it might look like someone is just trying to relax or have fun. But as the pattern repeats, alcohol starts to take over more and more of their...
Kathi Silvey Story: Journey of Purpose
My journey into the world of mental health and addiction recovery began in 1992 when I made the life-changing decision to get sober. That choice set me on the path of service, first in recovery centers, where I discovered a passion for helping others. Inspired by this...
The Teenage Brain: 5 Things You Need to Know
The teenage years are a time of rapid teenage brain development. During this time, teens experience big changes in how they think, feel, and make decisions. Their brains are working hard to build connections that shape their future, but some areas develop faster than...
Get to Know Alicia Johnson – Outpatient Therapist
Meet Alicia Johnson, an Outpatient Therapist here at Modern Psychiatry and Wellness. Alicia has been a cornerstone of our practice for over six years and has a genuine passion for working with her patients. Every day she is focused on exceeding expectations with...