Florida Treatment for Change

Flexible Treatment Options in Fort Myers

Florida Treatment for Change provides outpatient, intensive outpatient (IOP), and residential programs for adults dealing with substance use and mental health disorders. Care begins with thorough assessments and includes therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), relapse prevention, trauma counseling, and 12-step facilitation. Family, couples, and group counseling are also available, supported by evening alcoholics anonymous (AA), narcotics anonymous (NA), and cocaine anonymous (CA) meetings.

Holistic & Experiential Therapies

The center integrates holistic and experiential approaches that help clients process underlying issues in creative and practical ways. Options include art and music therapy, yoga, gardening, animal-assisted activities, aromatherapy, acupuncture, spirituality, and ropes courses. Psychoeducational groups and skills-focused workshops covering stress management, coping strategies, family dynamics, and life skills, equip clients with tools they can apply beyond treatment.

Court-Approved Programs & Testing

Approved by Lee County Probation and Pre-Trial Services, the facility supports individuals with court-ordered treatment requirements. Services include drug screening, breathalyzer, and EtG alcohol testing with strict chain-of-custody procedures and lab confirmation. Court-mandated classes are also available. Price matching, discounted first-time testing, and sliding-scale fees make these services more accessible.

Bilingual Access & Community Support

Programs are offered in English and Spanish, with many classes also available in Creole. The center works with diverse populations, including veterans, active duty military, older adults, justice-involved individuals, and people who have experienced trauma or intimate partner violence. Beyond therapy, recovery support includes peer mentoring, housing services, and domestic violence resources, providing a structured environment that helps clients strengthen stability and support networks.

Client Reviews

Clients consistently highlight caring staff, effective programs, and a supportive setting. Many share gratitude for the help they received.

• Treatment Quality & Outcomes (95% positive): Many describe meaningful progress and reliable help from programs, with some citing life-changing support.
• Staff & Care Experience (100% positive): Clients praise the kindness, dedication, and encouragement of staff, often crediting them with their recovery success. "Best staff ever!!"
• Facility & Environment (100% positive): The setting is seen as welcoming and supportive, with several noting it as a comfortable place to focus on recovery. "Great place to finish your probation and the people that work there are awesome."
• Access & Process: A few mention smooth processes and easy support when getting started.
• Support & Community: Some clients highlight group classes and peer connection, with a sense of shared encouragement in recovery.