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Sarasota VA Clinic

5682 Bee Ridge Rd, STE 100
Sarasota, FL 34233
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Bay Pines VA Healthcare System - Sarasota Community Based OP Clinic FL 34233

About Sarasota VA Clinic

Outpatient addiction and mental health services typically involve consultation, evaluation, and treatment. They provide counseling for underlying issues that contribute to the addictive behavior. Clients may participate in group therapy. Those needing a higher level of care may be referred to inpatient alcohol and drug rehab within the VA Healthcare system.

Other services offered are transportation to and from appointments for qualifying individuals, onsite pharmacy, and telehealth services. The clinic is wheelchair friendly and offers access to a full range of healthcare services.

The Sarasota VA Clinic services may be covered by VA Health Care. Referrals for additional mental health, drug rehab, or medical services may be covered by private health insurers including TRICARE, Cigna, Aetna, Ambetter, Kaiser Permanente, Bright Health, Wellmark, Humana, and others. Check your coverage and out of network benefits with your health insurance company.

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Latest Reviews

Kenny Masters
3 weeks ago on Google
5
Anamandala, M.D. is a Physician that takes the time to talk to you and find out what's going on with you she doesn't put a Band-Ade ON ANYTHING. I wish I could give her a Million Dollars for treating me and she is worth 100 times more then that. She is the best Physician in the world. Thank you Dr. for everything you have done for me. Arthur S. Dineberg M.D. just like Anamandala M.D. The bast at what he does. Andres Borja. Social worker, also at his best. The world needs more people like them. My God Bless them for everything that they do for helping us Vets... C.Guzman.....
Hunter Allen
3 weeks ago on Google
1
They’ve refused to treat me on 2 occasions now, the Va is an absolute joke
David Wayne
4 weeks ago on Google
1
I think they need some help. I Spent 10 minutes on hold for them to come on the phone and ask me to hold. Its been over 20 minutes now. You would think before telling you to hold they would ask if its an emergency. Plus, when you get them on the phone, they are not the friendliest people in the world either. I can see why the VA gets a bad rap.
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Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Clients typically choose inpatient rehab when they are in early recovery or are experiencing a crisis that puts them at an increased risk of relapse. They reside at the treatment center for the length of their program, which may range from two weeks to more than 18 months, depending on the program design. Intensive psychotherapy is often the primary treatment modality, but clients in inpatient care may also receive holistic treatment and recovery-focused life skills training.

Rehab aftercare programs are a collection of highly individualized services designed to promote long-term recovery. These services evolve as your needs change. Case managers and recovery teams typically begin formulating the rehab aftercare service plan early in the recovery process to facilitate your reintegration back into the home, workplace, and community.

12 step programs support recovery through emotional, psychological, and spiritual development to address the root causes of addiction. These programs are peer directed, with participants regularly attending 12 step meetings, which are anonymous, free, and accessible day and night, year-round. Recovery is based on "working the steps" to understand the source of addiction, take accountability for one's life choices, and relinquish control for that which cannot be changed. Age-specific, gender-separate, and other specialized programs are widely available.

Treatments

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Programs

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

Substance abuse creates biochemical imbalances in your body and brain. By implementing dietary changes, you can restore that balance. This is the goal of nutrition therapy in Florida. You'll gain an understanding of what nutrients your body needs and learn best self care practices.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

Amenities

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Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Kristine Brown, MPH

Interim Director/CEO

Justina L. Wells, MPH

Acting Deputy Director

Elamin M. Elamin, M.D.

Chief of Staff

Carrie Hawkins, MS, RN, CCRN-K

Associate Director for Patient Care Services

Sean Turner, ACHE

Associate Director

Donna Griffin-Hall, MPH, VHA-CM

Acting Assistant Director

Accreditations

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.

SAMHSA Listed: Yes

The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.

CARF Accreditation: Yes

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
Accreditation Number: 4536

Rehab.com regularly reviews this listing for accuracy but changes may occur between updates. For the most up-to-date information, please contact Sarasota VA Clinic.

Contact Information

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5682 Bee Ridge Rd
STE 100
Sarasota, FL 34233

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Robert
2 weeks ago
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Kenny Masters
3 weeks ago
5

Anamandala, M.D. is a Physician that takes the time to talk to you and find out what's going on with you she doesn't put a Band-Ade ON ANYTHING. I wish I could give her a Million Dollars for treating me and she is worth 100 times more then that. She is the best Physician in the world. Thank you Dr. for everything you have done for me. Arthur S. Dineberg M.D. just like Anamandala M.D. The bast at what he does. Andres Borja. Social worker, also at his best. The world needs more people like them. My God Bless them for everything that they do for helping us Vets... C.Guzman.....

Hunter Allen
3 weeks ago
1

They’ve refused to treat me on 2 occasions now, the Va is an absolute joke

David Wayne
4 weeks ago
1

I think they need some help. I Spent 10 minutes on hold for them to come on the phone and ask me to hold. Its been over 20 minutes now. You would think before telling you to hold they would ask if its an emergency. Plus, when you get them on the phone, they are not the friendliest people in the world either. I can see why the VA gets a bad rap.

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