Susan Shirley

Serving as the Inpatient Clinical Director at Immersion Recovery Center, Susan will work directly with staff members, clients, and family members to ensure the clinical program remains as effective and individualized as possible. Susan is no stranger to the fields of behavioral health and addiction. She has over 25 years of experience, working in an inpatient setting, an outpatient setting, acute stabilization and nearly all other settings in the realm of addiction recovery. Susan has worked closely with people of all ages and walks of life, from adolescents to older adults. She has served as the chief operating officer (COO) of five corporations in the substance use disorder and mental health realm, which include everything from startups to well-established treatment centers.

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The Importance of Family Support in Local Addiction Recovery

May 10th, 2023|Comments Off on The Importance of Family Support in Local Addiction Recovery

Choosing to participate in local addiction treatment can allow individuals to take advantage of family support, which can be crucial to fostering a sense of belonging, accountability, and encouragement. Moreover, involving family members in ...

What Is Holistic Addiction Treatment?

May 8th, 2023|Comments Off on What Is Holistic Addiction Treatment?

Holistic addiction treatment is intended to address the well-being of the whole person, including their physical, psychological, and spiritual health. The approach is based on the idea that addiction affects all areas of an ...

Virtual & Telehealth Options in Local Addiction Treatment

May 5th, 2023|Comments Off on Virtual & Telehealth Options in Local Addiction Treatment

Virtual and telehealth options have become increasingly popular in addiction treatment, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. These options offer individuals convenient and accessible ways to receive support and treatment for addiction in their ...

The Benefits of Local Addiction Treatment

May 3rd, 2023|Comments Off on The Benefits of Local Addiction Treatment

Local addiction treatment offers several advantages, including easier access to the support of loved ones and reduced travel time and costs. Those attending outpatient programs also have the ability to continue working or attending ...

What Factors to Consider When Choosing a Local Addiction Program

April 20th, 2023|Comments Off on What Factors to Consider When Choosing a Local Addiction Program

Rehab programs are designed to help individuals struggling with substance misuse overcome their addiction and encourage them to commit to a healthy, sober lifestyle. Local addiction programs can have many advantages over those that ...

How To Get a Loved One Into an Addiction Rehab Facility

April 19th, 2023|Comments Off on How To Get a Loved One Into an Addiction Rehab Facility

Convincing a loved one to accept treatment at an addiction rehab facility can be a challenging and emotional process. It often requires seeking education, planning an intervention, and locating an appropriate treatment program. You will ...