Music & Creative Expression Specialist Gary Wayne is new to FHE Health but no stranger to music therapy as a means of treatment. As a lifelong musician, Wayne developed three other music therapy programs before coming to FHE Health. Now, he’s doing the same at FHE, having developed an innovative, creative arts ... Read More
Expert Columns
FHE Health recognizes that our strength comes from the amazing team members that comprise us. Our team of experts range from administrative to neurological doctors. Our experienced team is not only leading the industry in client care, but also informing our articles and regularly contributing articles to this section. When it comes to explaining Neuro Rehab or HIPPA compliance, there is no better place to go than our experts in these fields.
How Music Therapy Can Improve Treatment Outcomes
How Addiction Takes a Toll on Relationships with Dr. Sachi
The impact of addiction on relationships is unquestionable. Anyone struggling with addiction quickly discovers that it’s impossible to maintain the destructive behaviors of a drug or alcohol problem without affecting their close relationships with family and friends. Likewise, anyone with an addicted partner—who may ... Read More
Women, Perfectionism and Social Media – An Interview with Clinical Director Dr. Beau Nelson
When FHE Health Clinical Director Dr. Beau Nelson talks about women, perfectionism and social media, it quickly becomes apparent that he knows a thing or two about the topic, having dealt with it firsthand. Dr. Nelson has experience in the area of treating body image issues and eating disorders— conditions that ... Read More
Addiction Treatment and Mental Healthcare for Spanish-Speaking Patients and Families
Because of its location in South Florida, FHE Health is accustomed to working with Spanish-speaking patients and/or families. While the treatment needs of this demographic are quite similar to those of the broader population—anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance abuse and suicide occur at similar rates within the Latino ... Read More
The Role of AA in Treatment
Since its founding in 1935 by Bill Wilson and his friend, the physician Dr. Bob Smith, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has grown to become the most widely recognized program for drug and alcohol recovery in this country, having helped millions and millions of people achieve lasting sobriety. Today the organization boasts ... Read More
The Role of MAT in Treatment with Dr. Howeedy
As its name suggests, “MAT,” or “Medication-Assisted Treatment,” is an approach to treating addiction that uses certain medications approved by the FDA to relieve drug cravings and assist in recovery. The goal: to lower patients’ risks of relapse and improve their prospects of long-term recovery. (Patients’ rates of ... Read More
7 Reasons First Responders Need Specialized Mental Health Treatment
Whether they’re police officers responding to a distress call, fire fighters saving families from the flames, or soldiers defending our national security in hostile territory, America’s first responders are always on the frontlines of crises, dangers and disasters. That high level of job-related stress and trauma can ... Read More
What’s Mental Health First Aid? Meet Someone Certified in It
Mental health emergencies happen every day in this country, but it’s not every day that you meet someone certified to give “mental health first aid.” Both the term and what it entails are quite new. After all, in contrast to interventions for other medical health emergencies, such as CPR for heart attacks or the ... Read More
