Serenity Treatment Center, Inc.

Philosophy

We believe that a desire to recover and live a healthy life exists, in varying degrees, within all people that we treat at Serenity Treatment Center, Inc. The role of our staff is to help nurture that desire by creating an emotionally safe environment in which clients can learn about their illness and explore how they want to establish a life they find enjoyable and fulfilling without the use of alcohol or other substances. In addition to the direct provision of quality services, we will promote our mission by being leaders in the behavioral health field as our skilled and trained clinical team stay current with various treatment modalities and evidence-based practices. Our programs and services were developed to meet higher standards of care with the intent to create the best outcome for our clients. Services will be tailored to meet the needs and choices of the person being served.

Overview

Serenity Treatment Center, Inc. is a holistic outpatient center for alcohol and substance use disorder treatment serving adult men and women. With its unique combination of innovative and traditional therapies, we bring to the Frederick and Washington County communities a private, individualized and exceptional program.

What distinguishes Serenity Treatment Center is our small, client centered, high-quality clinical program that creates an environment ideal for beginning the unique journey to recovery for our clients. We are committed to maintaining a confidential and safe place that is intimate and friendly, where the work of recovery can begin.

Our facility is clean and peaceful, where our clients can let down their walls, open their hearts and learn ways to find meaning in their lives again. Each personalized program focuses on the mental, physical and spiritual well-being so our clients can begin to facilitate change in a compassionate and non-judgmental environment.

Deb Conroy and Christine Marquardt - Owners

About Us

Deb Conroy - President/CEO

Deb has been in the healthcare industry since 2003. In her career, Deb has served as a Regional Director where she supervised, trained personnel and delivered presentations. Serenity Treatment Center started as a dream and a desire to help those suffering from addiction. Deb was instrumental in developing the policies and procedures, as well as the gratification of seeing the Center come to fruition in 2010. Deb has been actively involved in women’s programs and is passionate about making a difference in the lives of people in the community.

Deb is certified as a Life Coach and facilitates the drumming circle at Serenity, which is always a great hit with the clients.

In her spare time, Deb enjoys spending time with family and friends. On a lazy Sunday you will find her snuggled up with her dogs, Bella and Liam and reading a good book.

Ms. Conroy received her B.A. from Mary Baldwin College. She is committed to delivering quality, cost-effective outpatient services in a safe, respectful and warm environment.

Christine Marquardt BSN, RN - Vice President/COO

Christine has led a gratifying career as a Registered Nurse since 1995. She has been able to utilize her clinical skills, knowledge and expertise from the beginning when Serenity Treatment Center, Inc. was in the development stages. Christine received her BSN from Columbia Union College, now known as Adventist University. Christine has worked in several area hospitals as a staff nurse, educator, preceptor, project manager and case manager for medically complex patients. Christine still holds a strong desire to help people and promote wellness. Christine will exemplify leadership while working closely with the clinicians to ensure that each person is treated with dignity and receives the appropriate level of care in the most cost-effective manner. Christine has implemented the Vivitrol program at all three of the locations which has shown to be successful in treating alcohol and opiate use disorder. Christine has educated staff, clients, their families, and the community about the benefits of Vivitrol and encourages each person to decide if it is the right choice for them. All newly hired RN's are trained by Christine to ensure that best care is offered to our clients. Christine has been a Frederick County resident since 2003 and has served on the Frederick County Substance Abuse Council, ROSC development team and committee and is a member of the American Nurses Association. During her downtime, Christine enjoys spending time with her family, friends and two dogs Cookie and Milo.

Amanda Allison - Regional Director

After graduating college in 2009, Amanda worked in the "call center" industry for over 5 years. Amanda taught over 2,000 new hires the basics of troubleshooting, customer service, and contract negotiations. Amanda left the call center industry to explore career options, however, realized the customer service skills that were taught over the years would become a great asset. Amanda started with Serenity four years ago as the Hagerstown office was just opening. Amanda has been instrumental in developing and updating policies pertaining to operations. Amanda strives to make sure that all clients needs have been met. Amanda strives to be knowledgeable about all resources to ensure that she is continually up to date on best practices. Amanda serves on local committees to help inform the public about the ongoing drug epidemic, to lead others to sobriety. Amanda attends local events and gives back to the community.

Clinical Staff

Our caring and compassionate clinicians at Serenity Treatment Center, Inc. know that there are many roads that lead towards the recovery of alcohol and drug addiction. Our clinicians place heavy emphasis on giving each client a voice and choice during their treatment. Our combined experience exceeds 30 years, giving us the cutting edge ability to make a difference in the lives of each person that enters our center.

Frederick:

Jeanine Aubertin LCADC, LCSW-C

Lisa Paar CAC-AD: Maryland approved Clinical Supervisor

Georgia Handy ADT

Judy Austin ADT

Hagerstown:

Shelby Bish LGPC, NCC

Frank Vincent CAC-AD

Spencer Torgerson ADT

Laurie Lafollette ADT

Sarah Brooks ADT

DRC:

Michael Mossburg CSC-AD

Brittan Jordan CSC-AD

RN:

Jennifer Hoffman RN

Administrative Staff

Our caring and compassionate administrative staff can help you get scheduled for your first appointment and answer insurance related questions during your first phone call. Our administrative staff work with clients to ensure that we have met the needs of the clients that we serve.

Frederick:

Corinne Diggs - Administrative Manager

Christina Mueller

Anna Darr

Hagerstown:

Lydia Hill

Amy Kann

Programs

Assessment and evaluations within 48 hours of your initial call
Alcohol and substance use disorder treatment
VIVITROL injections provided by Registered Nurse
VIVITROL is a non-addictive, once-monthly treatment proven to help treat alcohol and opioid dependent clients when used with counseling. The active ingredient in VIVITROL® (naltrexone for extended-release injectable suspension) — naltrexone — works as a “blocker.” It attaches to certain opioid receptors in your brain and blocks the feelings associated with taking opioids and/or drinking alcohol.
DWI/DUI Education and Treatment programs certified by the State of Maryland
- 12 Hour Educational Course
- 26 Week DUI/DWI Outpatient Treatment Program
Alcohol and drug testing
Court ordered substance use disorder evaluations
Court approved substance use disorder related services
Employer referred alcohol and substance use disorder related services
Family counseling
Anger Management classes
Criminal Justice specific programs
- Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) is a type of behavioral therapy aimed at decreasing the likelihood of someone returning to abusing substances or alcohol. It teaches people in the criminal justice system with substance use disorders to focus on the moral aspects of their illness, and the social consequences that may be associated with using drugs or alcohol.
Traditional Outpatient Program
- Group sessions meet weekly / 1.5 hours per session
- Individual therapy sessions
- Random urinalysis testing
Intensive Outpatient Program
- Group sessions meet 3 times a week / 3 hours per day
- Individual therapy sessions
- Random urinalysis testing
Extended Intensive Outpatient Program
- Group sessions meet 4 times a week / 3 hours per day
- Individual therapy sessions
- Random urinalysis testing
Mental Health Evaluations at the Frederick location
Walk In Assessment Hours Tuesday 10am - 2pm

Additional Services

Day Reporting Center - Washington County Sheriff’s Office’s Day Reporting Center is alternative to incarceration. It is an on-site, nonresidential, program that is designed to change an offender’s adverse thinking patterns and attitudes, improve job skills and job retention. Our talented team is onsite at the Day Reporting Center to provide Substance Use Disorder treatment and VIVITROL therapy.
Adult Drug Court - Drug court is a longer program than the Day Reporting Center and typically would be more appropriate for offenders facing up to 10 years in prison. Drug Court is new to Washington County. Our team has been instrumental in developing an appropriate treatment program to support long term sobriety and prevent recidivism.

Accreditation

Additional Information

Serenity Treatment Center, Inc. has been awarded the highest level of accreditation by CARF International for Intensive Outpatient Treatment: Alcohol and Other Drugs/ Addictions (Adults) and Outpatient Treatment: Alcohol and Other Drugs/Addictions (Adults).

CARF accreditation is a public seal of trust and commitment to quality based on internationally accepted standards. Achieving this accreditation demonstrates Serenity Treatment Center's commitment to exceptional, personalized care. An organization receiving the highest level of CARF accreditation has undergone a detailed peer review process and has demonstrated to a team of surveyors, during an on-site visit, its commitment to providing programs and services of the highest quality. For more information on CARF, visit www.carf.org.