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Tranquil Shores offers a serene residential recovery environment by St. Petersburg. Their 30 to 90-day programs use a comprehensive clinical curriculum and evidence-based treatments. Tranquil Shores specializes in treating dual diagnoses, like trauma and depression, and substance use disorder. They strive to ensure a high level of support from staff and provide a unique 3:1 client-to-counselor ratio. Tranquil Shores provides intervention services for family members and a flexible technology policy.
Clinically-Backed Care
Tranquil Shores supports clients in their detox, residential, and day treatment programs through tailored care and evidence-based therapies. Clients engage in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and accelerated resolution therapy (ART). Gender-specific treatment addresses the unique needs of men and women in recovery. Tranquil Shores’ comprehensive family program includes family dynamics group sessions, monthly private counseling, and weekly communication. Life skills training helps clients learn valuable tools to ease the transition home post-treatment.
Specialized Programs
Tranquil Shores creates highly customized treatment for their clients through various specialized tracks. Their athlete program provides special care for chronic pain and addiction. Tranquil Shores’ executive program offers confidential care and access to phones and laptops with time to work built into their treatment schedule. Topics covered in group therapy in the executive program include self-care, stress management, and nutrition education. Their medical professional program helps clients with career restoration and licensing issues, and the military program focuses on treating PTSD.
Serene, Holistic Recovery
Tranquil Shores offers exercise and nutritional counseling combined with chiropractic and massage therapy to address physical needs in recovery. Holistic practitioners uses yoga, massage, meditation, and relaxation techniques to reduce stress. Art therapy, vibroacoustic therapy (a sound technology using audible sound vibrations to reduce symptoms and alleviate stress), and other experiential therapies incorporate practical activities into the healing to develop healthy life habits. Tranquil Shores’ 24-bed facility is nestled just inside a small barrier island on the Gulf of Mexico, providing a calm and peaceful place for clients in recovery.

Highlights from the Center
Perfect for Professionals
Beach Access
Tech Friendly
Center Overview
Insurance Accepted
Cash Pay Rates
Meet Your Care Team

Chad Johnson
Founder & CEO

Roberta Bruni
Executive Director
MSW, LCSW, MCAP, ICRC-ADC, C-DBT, CASDCS

Richard Aranibar
Medical Director
M.D.

Beth Tumarkin
Director of Clinical Services
M.D.

Cecilia Williams
Medical/Psychiatry
MSN, FNP, PMHNP-BC

Jane Nichilo
Medical/Psychiatry
MSN, PMHNP-BC

Derek Kee-Haynes
Director of Clinical Outreach
MSW, MA, LCSW, MCAP

Jared Freese
Program Director
CBHT

Bret Appel
Director of Business Operations

Raquel McCranie
Clinical Supervisor
LHMC, QS

Lynn Pyz
Senior Program Advisor
CAP, ICADC, CTP, CRRA, NCLC, NCFRC

James Rice
Nursing Supervisor
BSN, RN

Elizabeth Brownell
Primary Therapist
MSW, RCSWI

Rachel Harris
Primary Therapist
MSW

Angel Reyes
Primary Therapist
MSW

JC Carr
Clinical Case Manager

Barbara Przepierzynski
Human Resources Coordinator

Audrey Hill
Office Manager
CCAR RC

Bonnie Rettka
Support Staff Supervisor
CBHT, CRRA

LaQuisha Jenkins
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
CCMA

Samantha Hill
Admissions Coordinator
MA

Leigh Simons
Alumni Coordinator

Kecia Fowler
Acupuncturist

Dawn Ditty
Licensed Massage Therapist
LMT/CST

Wendy Wesley
Dietitian/Nutritionist
RDN




