Counselors and therapists can help you identify factors that underly your substance use, to avoid triggers, to strengthen your motivation, and to navigate treatment options. They can also team with certified professionals to administer medication-assisted treatment. More on counseling.
The state can refer you to local counseling and treatment options.
Integrated counseling & wellness center for children, teens, and adults.
Database of physicians specializing in addiction recovery, provided by the American Board of Preventive Medicine.
Referrals to local treatment options, provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Available in English and Spanish 24/7, 365 days a year.
One-on-one support for parents or loved ones of adolescents misusing substances.
Directory of specialists who treat co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, provided by the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry.
Local counselors and therapists focusing on addiction recovery.
Answers to questions about mental health conditions, treatment options, and related topics. The HelpLine can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. ET.
Help for individuals and loved ones in navigating local mental health resources, including support groups, rehab, socialization, and housing services.
Physicians authorized by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to treat patients for opioid dependency using medicine.
American Psychological Association member psychologists.
Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center (MAT/non-MAT)
Sertoma Centre’s Community Mental Health and Counseling is a top Mental Health Provider in the south suburbs of Chicago.
Support groups provide a space for getting social support, a sense of empowerment, and motivation from people who have faced — or are facing — similar challenges and circumstances. More on support groups.
Adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous. Focuses on recovery from addiction rather than an individual substance.
12-step program open to anyone who thinks they may have a drinking problem. Seeks to provide a supportive environment for getting and living sober. Has spiritual aspects.
Popular alternative to 12-step programs. Uses cognitive therapy techniques, and seeks to change behaviors that trigger substance misuse.
In-person meetings and phone calls focusing on the challenges of parenting someone who is misusing substances. Includes religious aspects but is open to all.
Anonymous meetings for those affected by someone else's drinking. Focuses on navigating common experiences.
Get involved with local non-profits working to change perceptions, policies, and laws to improve the lives of those in the recovery community. Many of these organizations also provide peer recovery support service.
Anonymous meetings for those affected by someone else's drug use. Focuses on navigating common experiences.
12-step meetings for those seeking to stop using marijuana, focusing on shared experiences and empowerment.
For those seeking to address substance use and mental health issues using the 12 steps.
For those who want to stop using crystal meth. Follows the 12-step program.
Addiction Treatment Centers Near Me
Location is an important factor to consider when looking for an addiction treatment center. Outpatients who want to limit their travel time may want to choose a facility nearby, while those seeking live-in, residential care may want to find treatment farther from home.
Florida is home to hundreds of treatment facilities that help patients recover from substance misuse. The greatest number of treatment facilities can be found in Fort Lauderdale, but there are also many options in Miami, West Palm Beach, Jacksonville, and Pensacola.
Finding the Right Treatment Center
Start Your Recovery can be used as a helpful guide to learn about addiction and find a treatment center that is right for you.
There are several addiction treatment center options in Florida. They include:
Payment Options
There are several payment options worth considering when searching for the best treatment facility for your needs.
Most rehab centers in Florida accept private health insurance. There are also hundreds of facilities that accept Medicare, Medicaid, payment assistance, or a sliding fee scale, based on an individual’s income. A handful of facilities even offer free or no-cost care.
Inpatient Treatment Centers
It is important to understand the differences between inpatient and outpatient treatment centers, so you can choose a rehab center that is right for you.
Inpatient treatment takes place in either a residential setting or in a hospital-like atmosphere. Residential inpatient centers allow patients to live at the facility while being treated. Patients can stay anywhere between three weeks to a year during their journey to recovery. Hospital inpatient centers also provide live-in care but involve more intensive treatment.
There are hundreds of inpatient facilities to choose from in Florida.
Outpatient Treatment Centers
Outpatient treatment centers also offer daily treatment, but patients can continue to live at home and travel to the facility each day. Since travel is involved, outpatients may want to consider a center that is close to them.
Florida is home to hundreds of outpatient treatment centers. Fort Lauderdale has the highest number of them, followed by Miami and West Palm Beach – all offering dozens of options. There are also several outpatient centers in Jacksonville and Pensacola.
Local Government Programs
Immunity from Arrest
Under Florida law, any individual acting in good faith who reaches out for medical or emergency assistance for someone who is experiencing an overdose may not be arrested or prosecuted for a drug-related, criminal offense. Likewise, any person who is experiencing an overdose may not be arrested or prosecuted for a drug-related, criminal offense.