Best Detoxification Experts

Expert in the addiction field.

After serving as Clinical Director for over two and a half years, Stephanie shifted her focus to outpatient care and currently serves as the Executive Director for Epiphany Wellness Centers. She is enthusiastic about this new chapter and looks forward to leveraging her expertise and decade-long experience in the field. Additionally, she holds an LCSW in Pennsylvania and currently maintains an LSW in New Jersey. Stephanie has progressed from an RSS to an Executive Director in the substance abuse field, achieving significant growth and accumulating extensive knowledge along the way. Through her roles, she has successfully managed large teams and imparted valuable leadership skills to others.

Dr. Angela DeRosa is a PhD-trained biomedical scientist and science communicator with 6+ years of experience analyzing, synthesizing, and communicating complex scientific and medical information. She is skilled in developing clear, accurate, and engaging content for diverse audiences including scientists, healthcare professionals, and the public. She is a published author with experience writing peer-reviewed articles, literature reviews, SOPs, and educational materials. Furthermore, Angela is certified in science communication through the Alan Alda Center at Stony Brook University, with a proven ability to adapt technical data into accessible deliverables.

Dr. Edmond Hakimi, D.O., is a highly renowned dual-board-certified Internal Medicine physician with fellowship training in Addiction Medicine from Brigham and Women’s Hospital -Harvard Medical School. He specializes in treating patients with severe substance-use disorders and concurrent psychiatric diagnoses, while conducting clinical research to develop novel treatments for these disorders. As Wellbridge’s Medical Director, Dr. Hakimi’s goal is to provide exceptional care to those with substance-use disorders and wrap-around services, including Medication for Addiction Treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from St. John’s University, in New York, with a major in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. Dr. Hakimi earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital.

Operational executive with in-depth knowledge of corporate compliance, organizational development, and organizational scaling and growth in high growth behavioral healthcare settings. At face value, Lea serves as the Chief Clinical Officer within leading behavioral health care organizations. Behind, the scenes, Lea's primary responsibility and passion is to create operational excellence by building collaborative team environments and optimized workstreams that facilitate growth and expansion across multiple departments on a national scale. Lea leads the payer contracting efforts within Symetria while overseeing L&D, compliance and quality, and medical services.

Aliya B. Pasik, MS, PA-C is an addiction medicine clinician at the Rochester Center for Behavioral Medicine and author of The Sobriety Manual. She teaches a practical, ADHD-friendly journaling method that helps people separate the sober self from the urge voice and make the next right choice in under 10 minutes. Her focus is shame-free, realistic recovery for patients and families. Available for expert commentary, interviews, and bylines.

Experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the mental…

Dr. Mariam Zakhary is an accomplished physician specializing in Physical Medicine, Rehabilitation, and Sports Medicine. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences, graduating summa cum laude from the New York Institute of Technology, and went on to complete her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine. Following a traditional rotating internship at CarePoint Health, she pursued her residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where she also completed a Sports Medicine Fellowship. She is double board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation as well as Sports Medicine, reflecting her deep commitment to both patient care and academic excellence. Throughout her career at Mount Sinai, Dr. Zakhary has taken on leadership roles that merge clinical innovation with compassionate, patient-centered care. She currently serves as Medical Director of Rehabilitation and Human Performance and leads the Women’s Sports Program, where she has built a truly collaborative model for caring for female athletes. She also directs the Sports Medicine Fellowship program, mentoring future physicians while advancing research on athlete health and chronic illness recovery. Beyond her hospital work, she lends her expertise to organizations such as USA Fencing, International Sumo, and RedBull Human Performance, where she helps athletes optimize performance and recovery. She also serves as a Clinical Advisor for Ikon Recovery Center, a drug and alcohol treatment facility in New Jersey, where she finds it deeply rewarding to use her gifts to support individuals on their journey of healing and recovery. Whether treating Olympic athletes or underserved patients at local clinics, Dr. Zakhary brings the same dedication, empathy, and vision—using medicine not just to heal, but to empower.

Stephanie Jenkins is an Addiction & Substance Abuse Specialist and Content Writer at ANR Clinic. With a strong foundation in addiction treatment, Stephanie creates clear, informative content that supports individuals seeking recovery. Her writing emphasizes evidence-based methods, innovative therapies, and a compassionate approach, reflecting ANR Clinic's dedication to helping patients achieve lasting health and well-being. Stephanie’s work makes her a trusted voice in addiction medicine and a valuable resource for those on the path to recovery.

Expert Ayurveda offers the best Ayurvedic liver treatment in India, combining ancient healing wisdom with modern care. Our specialized therapies and herbal formulations help detoxify, rejuvenate, and restore liver function naturally. With personalized treatment plans, we address liver issues like fatty liver, hepatitis, and cirrhosis, promoting long-term health and overall wellness.

Currently licensed to practice in North Carolina as a LCMHC and LCAS and Kentucky as a LPCC-S and LCADC; nationally certified through the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification Board as a Rehabilitation Counselor and through the National Certification Commission for Addictions Professionals as a Master Addiction Counselor. Board approved clinical supervisor in Kentucky for LPCA and TCADC candidates. My experiences include treating patients in a fast-paced, community mental health center; opioid treatment program; acute care inpatient substance use and psychiatric care facility; and private practice settings - allowing me to develop strong clinical skills over an array of service areas and populations. I have focused continuing education on evidenced based practices, co-occurring disorders, personality disorders, trauma, neuroscience of addiction, medication assisted treatment, and clinical supervision.

I am the CEO of ANR Clinic®, where we focus on pioneering a transformative approach to opioid dependency treatment. Our method aims to restore the endorphin-receptor balance disrupted by opioid use, reversing dependency instead of merely managing symptoms. With a background in education from The Open University of Israel and a professional base in Tampa, I am committed to reshaping opioid recovery. Our innovative strategy has gained recognition, including media coverage in outlets like Newsmax, for its potential to improve patient outcomes and address the root causes of opioid addiction.