Who is TRUE?
Who is TRUE?
Exceptional Credentials and Extensive Experience
The team at TRUE Addiction and Behavioral Health is composed of highly experienced, licensed professionals who bring diverse expertise to every aspect of treatment. Their staff includes board-certified psychiatrists, master’s-level therapists, licensed clinical social workers, addiction specialists, and experienced nurses who have spent years working in behavioral health and addiction recovery. Many hold advanced certifications in trauma-informed care, dual diagnosis treatment, and evidence-based modalities such as CBT and DBT. With a deep understanding of both the science and humanity behind recovery, the team blends clinical excellence with compassionate support, helping each client achieve lasting transformation and emotional well-being.
staff
Nije Johnson, M.S., LPC-MHSP-Pursuing
Grace Mederich, LMSW
Tony White, MSW
Javier Verdin, LPC, LMHC, Qualified Supervisor
Brandon Stambaugh, CPRS, RCP, Certified Interventionist
Francine Hammonds, CPRS
Francine Hammonds is a compassionate and dedicated recovery professional committed to helping individuals navigate the challenges of substance use and mental health recovery. With personal recovery experience and professional experience supporting individuals through treatment, Francine brings a unique combination of empathy, understanding, and practical knowledge to her work.
Her approach centers on building trust, providing encouragement, and helping individuals recognize their own strengths and ability to create meaningful change. She has experience providing one-on-one support, facilitating groups, assisting with relapse-prevention planning, connecting individuals with community resources, and advocating for clients throughout their recovery journey.
Francine is passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment where people feel heard, respected, and empowered. She believes recovery is not simply about overcoming addiction—it is about helping individuals build the skills, confidence, and support systems necessary to create a healthier and more fulfilling life.
Through active listening, motivational support, peer coaching, and collaboration with treatment professionals, Francine strives to meet each individual where they are and walk alongside them as they work toward their goals.
Jacqueline Melbardis, LMSW
Jacqueline Melbardis, LMSW, is a compassionate and dedicated social worker who believes that therapy should provide a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. With experience working with individuals navigating mental health and substance use concerns, Jacqueline takes a holistic and individualized approach to helping clients understand themselves, work through challenges, and create meaningful change.
Jacqueline utilizes Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and client-centered therapy to meet clients where they are. She believes that healing is not a one-size-fits-all process and works collaboratively with each client to identify their strengths, develop healthy coping skills, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and build a stronger sense of self.
Her trauma-informed approach emphasizes safety, trust, empowerment, and understanding how past experiences can influence present thoughts, emotions, relationships, and behaviors. Jacqueline strives to create a therapeutic relationship where clients can be their authentic selves without judgment.
Whether a client is navigating trauma, emotional difficulties, substance use, relationships, or simply feeling stuck, Jacqueline is committed to walking alongside them as they work toward healing, growth, and a life that feels more fulfilling and aligned with their goals.
Why Choose Us?
Looking for a safe treatment center to help you overcome addiction? Though that is our main priority, TRUE Addiction and Behavioral Health isn’t just a mental health and substance abuse treatment provider.
We transform lives.
We show our success through amazing outcomes, evidence-based best practices, and client-centered care at the core. TRUE is all about helping you become the best you can be. It doesn’t matter if you’ve tried treatment before or if this is your first time. At TRUE, your personalized recovery awaits.
You can reclaim your life from addiction and mental health issues, even if this task seems daunting. TRUE was built by a Unified Leadership Team that knows firsthand the transformative power of recovery.
Together, our leadership team brings more than 35 years of combined experience in addiction treatment and behavioral health. They came together with one purpose: to create a place of refuge where people are treated as a whole person, not a diagnosis. That “whole-you” perspective is what brings TRUE’s vision to life.
It’s no accident that our clinical programs stand out from industry standards. TRUE feels that it is vital to heal with the heart first. Our immersive outpatient programs are a strategic blend of top evidence-based and holistic natural approaches.
Our programs are customizable to your individual needs. Our modern, upscale facility in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, is your ideal healing space. You can focus on yourself, free of distractions and judgment.
We look at your core beliefs, values, and connections to ensure we cover all your needs through various, result-driven avenues.
Therapy at TRUE
Therapy is an empowering experience. It’s also crucial in recovery. You and your therapist decide the best types for you. Our healing team has developed personalized one-on-one and group therapy curriculums to meet your unique needs.
We use proven therapies, including:
- Solution-Focused
- Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
Our staff works hard to deliver the best care you deserve. Our mental health professionals pay attention to the latest findings in recovery. They use this to continue evolving our treatments. We move you away from sitting in rooms all day to exploring different ways to find your solution.
Along with our skilled clinicians, you’ll have exclusive access to individuals with specialties in areas like:
- Trauma Specialists
- Life Coaching
- Peer Support Specialists
- Recovery Coaching
- Motivational Speakers
At TRUE, You won’t just feed your mind. We also have fitness equipment and personal trainers on staff to help you get physically healthy. You won’t feel like you’re just sitting in a room talking. We take different approaches to find what works best for you.
Our expansive, holistic program is fine-tuned for your emotional and mental health. These activities center on the big picture of care to heal each part of you. We tap into enjoyable ways to keep both your mind and body healthy.
Our wellness modalities include (with more in the works):
- Music Therapy
- Yoga
- CEMA (cognitive, emotional, memory assessments)
- Acupuncture
- Art Therapy
- Movement Therapy
- Animal Therapy
- Onsite Physical Fitness with Personal Trainers
A true sense of connection makes a difference. We collaborate with local community outreach groups, churches, and volunteer opportunities. We also believe in acknowledging progress. Recovery is a big deal. TRUE celebrate your milestones in our programs through monthly festivities, parties, community events, experiential or hands-on outings, and engaging speakers.
We have everything you need to recover to live the life you deserve. TRUE Addiction and Behavioral Health is more than a recovery center. It’s where you can find yourself and build a strong body and mind. You will leave our center with so much more than you imagined.