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Dr. Vahid Osman, M.D.

Board-Certified Psychiatrist and Addictionologist
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Josh Sprung, L.C.S.W.

Board Certified Clinical Social Worker
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Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. (2024). Annual overdose report. https://www.tn.gov/behavioral-health.html

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023). Opioid overdose: Understanding the epidemic. https://www.cdc.gov/opioids/

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2023). National survey on drug use and health: Tennessee data summary. https://www.samhsa.gov/data

National Institute on Drug Abuse. (2023). Common comorbidities with substance use disorders. https://nida.nih.gov/publications

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. (2023). Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA). https://www.hhs.gov/programs/topic-sites/mental-health-parity/index.html

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. (2023). 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. https://988lifeline.org/

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What Our Patients Say

Stories of Hope and Recovery

Hear directly from those who have walked the path to recovery at Live Again Detox. Our patients’ stories highlight the compassionate care, effective programs, and life-changing support they’ve experienced. Let their journeys inspire you as you take your first steps toward healing.

Matthew W.
19:00 23 Apr 26
I am so glad I chose to come here. I couldn’t imagine having gone anywhere else.
Christopher W.
02:43 23 Apr 26
Greatest facility I’ve been to that actually care for everyone
KT E.
13:41 20 Apr 26
Beautiful building, great program. The staff are so genuine and invested in your recovery. 10/10 recommend
Amanda
01:01 20 Apr 26
10/10 do not recommend. Money grab. Staff acts like addicts themselves and talk about everyone else. No continuity of care.

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