BayCare Behavioral Health- Life Management Center (Clearwater)

1106 Druid Rd S, #201 Clearwater, FL 33756

About BayCare Behavioral Health- Life Management Center (Clearwater)

Located in Clearwater, Florida, BayCare Behavioral Health – Life Management Center (Clearwater) offers outpatient substance abuse and mental health treatment for young people and adults. They accept all Medicare supplement plans, many Medicare Advantage plans and many commercial insurance plans. The clinic is open on weekdays and works with clients by appointment only. Additional services include transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for adult clients suffering from major depressive disorder. TMS is a non invasive treatment that treats depression by stimulating nerve cells in the brain using magnetic fields.

As part of your recovery the Life Management Center will work with you to improve your overall quality of life. They will encourage you to become a more productive person so that you can become an engaged member of your community.

One of the clinic’s most noteworthy features is that BayCare Behavioral Health is certified by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehab Facilities (CARF). Additionally they have more than 80 behavioral health doctors on staff to deliver specialized treatments.

Some former clients have praised the services they’ve received, with several noting that staff members were caring and compassionate. While some reported experiencing long wait times and scheduling difficulties, clients say that they’ve seen great improvements in their behavioral health since starting treatment at the Life Management Center.

Latest Reviews

Margret Heid

4 months ago on Google

This facility is a joke and considering suing. My daughter was a long standing patient and three times with three different doctors no matter how many times she would call and leave a messages to get refills or get scheduled with a new doctor; no one would follow up. The amounts of times this place has neglected to keep patients on a timely medication routine is abysmal and has caused massive amounts of turmoil for someone with mental health issues that require constant monitoring and medication. No one here takes responsibility for the well being of patients and their lives.

Response from the owner4 days ago

Hi Margret. We appreciate you taking the time to share your concerns about BayCare Behavioral Health- Life Management Center (Clearwater) and want to let you know that we share all feedback with our leadership team. This insight is valuable in helping us to identify areas of opportunity to enhance the experience for all our patients and visitors. If you would like to share more details, please fill out this form, which will be routed to our customer experience team: https://bit.ly/BayCareCustomerFeedbackForm. Thanks - Renee (2026372)

Jessica Cooper

4 months ago on Google

Wow, had I first read the reviews I never would've put myself in this situation-As it seems that Baycare's standard of "quality behavioral health care" is insufficient to say the least and should be considering utilizing different approach strategies clearly; as most evident from the countless negative reviews. Speaking on my own recent personal experience I encountered with BH Psychiatrist Dr Virginia Ulloa- She seemed unenthusiastic in her rigid intimidating demeanor showing no empathy and emotionless.. she spoke as if hardly fluent in English and I had a difficult time trying to understand her, and she was very noticeably becoming increasingly impatient & irritated by my efforts to understand her and quite obviously remained very unpleasantly displeased towards me; creating such a most uncomfortable experience in such an environment that I felt eager to leave & not look back

Response from the owner4 days ago

Hi Jessica - Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback about BayCare Behavioral Health- Life Management Center (Clearwater). If you would like to be contacted in order to share more details, please fill out this form, which will be routed to our customer experience team: https://bit.ly/BayCareCustomerFeedbackForm. Thanks again, Vince (2005613)

Sarah Parker

9 months ago on Google

I was reffered here by my other Baycare office that is amazing!! This office however since my first appointment has had multiple red flags.. Let me just say this. If the healthcare system continues to go on this way (BROKEN)! People like myself who are fed up are going to start getting nastier and nastier.. What is so hard for Dr. Offices to understand that if your "staff" isn't doing their jobs and shouldn't have those jobs in that feild then your office will implode and nobody will care at all about how great their Dr. Is anymore because the front desk staff or the management or Doctor's assistants etc FALL SHORT ON A CONSTANT BASIS. To the unprofessional woman who called me at 8:30 this morning on my day off to confirm my appointment I just rescheduled two days ago and then pretty much hung up on me because I said I would have to check my schedule I just woke up. (Woken up by her call). I left a voice-mail and if I don't receive a call back I will call back until I get your name and a confirmed appointment since I've read you guys like to cancel appointments without people's permission. I'll say this again, Do better and go work in a different field that isn't Healthcare! I can already tell this place is gonna be a problem for someone like myself who depends on her medication and appointments not being screwed up. Yikes!

Response from the owner4 months ago

Hi Sarah. Thank you for taking the time to provide this valuable insight about BayCare Behavioral Health- Life Management Center (Clearwater). Please know that we share all feedback with our leadership team in order to identify areas of opportunity to enhance the experience for all our patients and visitors. Your support in helping us to deliver top quality, compassionate care every time is extremely valuable. If you would like to share more details, please fill out this form, which will be routed to our customer experience team: https://bit.ly/BayCareCustomerFeedbackForm. Thanks - Renee (1800919)

Rehab Score

Our Methodology

Scoring is assigned by a proprietary system which helps surface key metrics that determine quality. The 10-point scale factors in categories such as operations, customer satisfaction, and trust metrics. Read Full Methodology

7.1 / 10

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Accepted Insurance

BayCare Behavioral Health- Life Management Center (Clearwater) works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Aetna

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Carelon Behavioral Health

GEHA

Optimum Healthcare

First Medical Health Plan

Beech Street

Americas Choice Provider Network

AvMed

Clear Health Alliance

Cenpatico

Sunshine Health

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.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

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

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.

Programs

Adult Program

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 Adult Program

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.

Clinical Services

Individual therapy often includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This is a structured approach to identifying and changing negative thought patterns. During therapy you learn how what you think drives your actions so you can develop healthier coping strategies to manage addiction triggers and reduce drug use.

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Stephanie Conners

President/CEO

Sowmya Viswanathan, MD

Chief Physician Executive

Janice Polo

CFO

Louis Galdieri

Co-COO

Kimberly Guy

Co-COO

Patricia Shucoski

Chief Nurse Executive

Kyle Barr

Chief Team Resources Officer

Keri Eisenbeis

Chief of Staff & Chief Communications Officer

Edward Rafalski

Chief Strategy & Marketing Officer

Tim Thompson

Chief Administrative Officer

Jennifer Touse

Chief Legal Officer

C. Todd Jones

Chief Ambulatory Services Officer

Accreditations

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

Contact Information

(727) 584-6266

Website

1106 Druid Rd S
#201
Clearwater, FL 33756

Get Help Now - 727-371-9497

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Reviews of BayCare Behavioral Health- Life Management Center (Clearwater)

2.5/5 (59 reviews)

Google Reviews

2.5 (59 reviews)

Dylan Kelley

1 month ago

Baycare has been actively helping me through my mental journey which is still in progress but I just want to say thank you to the baycare office staff doctors & therapists for taking care of my needs! 🙏💙

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:

Thank you so much for letting us know about your great experience at BayCare Behavioral Health- Life Management Center (Clearwater). We appreciate the feedback and will make sure to pass it along to the team! Thank you. -Payton (02187252)

4 months ago

samantha atterberry

8 months ago

Thanks for taking the time to rate us. If you would like to share more details about your experience, please click on this link to fill out a form that will be routed to our customer experience team: https://baycare.org/contact-us/customer-feedback-form. Thank you in advance.

9 months ago

Cameron Oliver

1 year ago

Even if you schedule an appointment four months in advance, if you don’t do the pre appointment paperwork online 48 hours in advance they’ll cancel your appointment and put someone in your slot without letting you know. No wonder people don’t attempt to get counseling anymore.

Hi Cameron Oliver. Thank you for letting us know how we can improve so that we can deliver top quality care every time at BayCare Behavioral Health- Life Management Center (Clearwater). Your feedback is instrumental in helping us identify areas of opportunity and will be shared with our leadership team. If you would like to provide more details, please click on this link to fill out a form that will be routed to our customer experience team: https://baycare.org/contact-us/customer-feedback-form. Thanks - Payton (01680029)

Lauren F

I could not be happier with this facility. The front staff is always helpful and kind. My therapist is Ben. Ben is wonderful. He is very professional, gentle and he always has the right thing to say. Since I have been going here, I feel much better with my mental health. Thank you!

james abram

The doctors and professionals here are wonderful, and it is saddening to discontinue treatment here. I am expected to do treatment Weekly/Biweekly, but there are 10-week waits, in which I was able to complete an entire Outpatient program with weeks left before even seeing my assigned therapist. July-December could only fit 2 appointments. I’d suggest other centers if you have urgent/consistent needs for treatment.

Hi James. We appreciate you taking the time to share your concerns about BayCare Behavioral Health- Life Management Center (Clearwater) and want to let you know that we share all feedback with our leadership team. This insight is valuable in helping us to identify areas of opportunity to enhance the experience for all our patients and visitors. If you would like to share more details, please click on this link to fill out a form that will be routed to our customer experience team: https://baycare.org/contact-us/customer-feedback-form. Thanks - Renee (1373778)

Megan Ross

Very disappointed. They never responded to the pharmacy regarding a refill for my daughter's medication resulting in her almost running out. They also never picked up the phone when I called about it, took me to a voicemail. Someone called me to confirm her appointment and when I told them I needed help they told me that was not their job and forwarded me back to a voicemail. We had to run to the pharmacy for an emergency partial refill. So much for "mental health" care.

Hi Megan - We are sorry to hear about your Family's experience at BayCare Behavioral Health- Life Management Center (Clearwater). If you would like to share more details, please click on this link to fill out a form that will be routed to our customer experience team: https://baycare.org/contact-us/customer-feedback-form. Thank you, Vince (1359656)

Roma Baron

The doctor from here that did my 69 yr old brother's hernia surgery was AMAZING! I would recommend her to anyone. Great bedside manner, explained everything very well, and was very patient with all our questions.

Kenya Sanders

This is the most horrible dr office I have been to in my life. Being that I am a former baycare employees and my husband is a current baycare employee he even said this office is horrible baycare facility also . The front office staff and medical assistants is very very rude they lack empathy actability and very disrespectful . Dr sriram was great she showed very much empathy and cared. This office has got so many complaints I’m surprised nothing has not been done. I will be reach out to hire management about this .

Hi Kenya Sanders. Thank you for taking the time to provide this valuable insight about BayCare Behavioral Health- Life Management Center (Clearwater). Please know that we share all feedback with our leadership team in order to identify areas of opportunity to enhance the experience for all our patients and visitors. Your support in helping us to deliver top quality, compassionate care every time is extremely valuable. If you would like to share more details, please click on this link to fill out a form that will be routed to our customer experience team: https://baycare.org/contact-us/customer-feedback-form. Thanks - Claire (1157925)

Jenny Campbell

Dr. Poole is my favorite psychiatrist that I’ve ever worked with. He is so kind and knowledgeable. And he really takes his time with me and makes sure to listen to my thoughts and concerns. We make decisions as a team on my care. I like him so much that I referred my best friend to him and now she seems him also and loves him! Thank you Dr. Poole!

Hello Jenny. Thank you so much for letting us know about your great experience at BayCare Behavioral Health- Life Management Center (Clearwater). We appreciate the feedback and will make sure to pass it along to the team! Thank you, Lynn (1113836)

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