Next Generation Village

Our Treatment Programs

With various treatment options and levels of care offered, you can determine which path is right for you and your family. All psychiatric evaluations are completed by trained psychiatrists, psychiatric advanced registered nurse practitioners, or psychiatric PAs.

Detox

Teens who try to break a drug habit on their own may feel physically ill or psychologically distressed in the process. Next Generation Village eliminates the harmful chemicals from your body in a less stressful manner. The first step to sobriety is eliminating the drugs from your system. The medical team at Next Generation Village oversees detox programs that employ soothing therapies and medications to boost your resolve and keep you sober for the long haul. Our clinical staff members monitor clients around the clock to ease withdrawal symptoms.

Intensive Inpatient

Our facility offers intensive inpatient treatment, designed for medical and psychiatric stabilization. Individuals in intensive inpatient care participate in programming on a daily, full-time basis. Medication may continue for prolonged detox, if necessary, or for medical or psychiatric stabilization purposes. Once completed, the client transitions to a lower level of care.

Residential

Getting away from home and school can be effective in learning to deal with the stresses those environments bring. In our residential program, teens live with their peers at the treatment center to learn how to deal with the world in a healthy manner. Residential treatment provides clinical services similar to those of intensive inpatient, as well as life skills and healthy relationships and boundaries. Like intensive inpatient treatment, care in residential treatment takes place on a daily, full-time basis.

Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

A step down from residential care, partial hospitalization program gives teens the space and freedom to practice the skills they’ve learned in therapy. Partial hospitalization programs offer access to mental health experts and medications that assist in fighting addiction. Medications are continued as needed for medical and psychiatric stabilization.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

A pillar of outpatient care, the IOP is a more comprehensive option than traditional outpatient care. Through the program, teens spend several more hours per week at support group meetings, during which they can also complete homework assignments. This level of care is a step down from PHP, giving teens the opportunity to practice the skills they learned in more intensive levels of therapy.

Aftercare

Representatives of Next Generation Village understand that addiction is a disease that may linger throughout a person’s lifetime. To help set teens up for success, case managers work closely with families to find local medical professionals and support groups for teens when they return home. This helps teens continue the work of recovery outside of a formal treatment setting.

Meet the Team

Dr. James Drury, Medical Director

Dr. Drury has been involved in the care and treatment of children, adolescents and adults with mental health and substance abuse issues for over 30 years as a psychiatric attendant, registered nurse, and psychiatrist. He is actively involved in the care and treatment of his patients and utilizes evidence-based practices and treatments that address the unique behavioral, emotional and psychiatric issues associated with substance use disorder. He graduated from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and holds a faculty appointment with Jerry M. Wallace, School of Osteopathic Medicine at Campbell University. He has helped his patients in inpatient, outpatient and forensic setting in inner cities as well as rural clinics in various states. He strongly believes in empowering his patients to become the best that they can be in all aspects of their future endeavors and their abilities to, “Make it a better day”!

Laura Clarke, Interim Executive Director

Laura Clarke is the Senior Vice President of Operations for Advanced Recovery Systems. Laura is responsible for overseeing the successful management of each ARS treatment facility and recovery residence, always prioritizing quality patient care, above all else. Laura has more than 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry and has worked with hundreds of medical and clinical providers across the country to maximize efficiency, productivity and satisfaction of clients. Laura is a graduate of Florida Atlantic University and has also earned the designation of Certified Medical Practice Executive from the Medical Group Management Association.

Mary Val Lee, Clinical Director

Mary Valerie Lee is the clinical director at Next Generation Village, where she previously served as the lead therapist. During her time with Next Generation Village, she has created and implemented structural changes, supervised therapists, and been an advocate for mental health. She is also a licensed mental health counselor and qualified supervisor for Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC) registered interns. Mary also has experience as an assistant director at G4S-Highlands Youth Academy, where she acted as the designated mental health authority for an 80-bed residential facility, treating teens ages 16 to 18. Mary strives to utilize her skills in counseling, supervision and organization to help others experience life to its fullest while guiding adolescents on the road to recovery.

Brandi Filppula, Director of Admissions

Brandi has been working as a Registered Nurse for over 10 years. She graduated from South Florida State College in 2005 with an Associate Degree in nursing and is now pursuing her Bachelor’s Degree there also. Most of her nursing career has been hospital-based focusing on critical care in emergency departments. Her career ambitions changed after her struggle with addiction, which led to seeking employment with those in need of addiction treatment. She values the opportunity to develop relationships with patients and families while introducing them to this life-changing opportunity. Her goal is to facilitate a seamless transition from home into a recovery community.

Julie Spang, Director of Nursing

As director of nursing, Julie Spang oversees Next Generation’s full team of nursing and behavioral health technicians. This work includes instituting procedures and safety guidelines that ensure clients are well cared for from intake to discharge. Six years of clinical experience working as a registered nurse and 12 years of managing a full-service contracting business make Julie uniquely qualified to guide our nursing staff to deliver evidence-based care effectively and efficiently. Her dedication to helping adolescents find a better life outside of addiction means that Julie is continually striving to improve and streamline care at Next Generation Village.