The inpatient program is 24 hour supervised care for women with mental health or behavioral health challenges. Residents engage in group and individual therapy, meditation, mindfulness, yoga, expressive arts therapy, massage, EMDR, dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and fitness classes.
The partial hospitalization program treats issues like anxiety, PTSD, emotional and physical abuse, body issues, addiction, and postpartum depression. This program includes 20 hours of treatment sessions per week with individual and group therapy, yoga, breath work, meditation, art therapy, massage, family counseling, and fitness classes.
Individual and group therapy programs are also available outside of the residential and PHP options.
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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.
MonthlyPrivate 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.
Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.
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.
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
Drug rehab in Florida provides quality treatment to help individuals overcome dependency related to a wide range of addictive substances. Programs address both the physical and mental aspects of addiction in order to help you make a full recovery.
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.
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
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.
Creativity is inherently healing, and can help those in recovery express thoughts or feelings they might not otherwise be able to. Creative arts therapy can include music, poetry/writing, painting, sculpting, dance, theater, sandplay, and more. Unlike traditional art, the final product matters far less than the experience of creation and expression itself.
Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.
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.
Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.
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.
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2120 Range Road
Clearwater, FL 33765
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Do not send a loved one here. The director/owner is unscrupulous, unethical and a pathological liar with serious anger issues. Verbal guarantees made will NOT be provided in writing, and not honored. I paid large amounts of money for a 90-day inpatient stay, guaranteeing u ...
Make sure to pay attention to their reviews on all sites, including the BBB. Horrible experience. Owners are not involved unless it is about money. They have zero medical background. Staff never stays long. Constantly changing rules and making them up as they go along. ...
I have to say, it was absolutely the worst treatment center there can possibly be. It was so bad, I went to a treatment center in Pompano Beach, Florida, when my home is in Saint Petersburg, Florida. I chose Empower so that I can be close to my five month old son, but the ...
While I did not move forward with the program due to feeling better (I’d heavily consider it again if I were to need it.) the staff at The admissions call center were all amazing and attentive. I particularly have to give a shout out to Jacinta (I hope I got your name right! I didn’t have a spelling on hand.) who was there for me every step of the admissions process and answered all the silly questions I had, even when I had like 10-15 questions at a time 😂 I cannot talk on the program itself, but if the admissions are a reflection as to how nice the on site people are then that would be amazing! Thanks again for the help guys!
I don’t usually take the time to review companies, but in this case I felt it necessary to warn any future Wave VICTIMS. We paid $18,000 for a 30-day program, and only spent one day there. I was assured in writing that I would get a refund of about $16,000 (they kept almost $2K for the one day, I know, ridiculous!) I was told multiple times by Gabe that the refund had been processed. I reached out by Phone and left voicemails, by email, by LinkedIn to Kristin Hancock the director of admissions, and also Chris Fox the CEO and after more than 30+ days and 20+ calls and emails I did not receive one response from anyone, ever! I thought for sure that they were going out of business (and probably are) and didn’t think I would ever get a refund. This is one of the most dishonest, terrible companies that I have ever dealt with. I highly recommend that you do not pay them any money and find a reputable, honest facility to go to. I spent countless hours of my time, waited several weeks and had to get an attorney involved just to get a refund that I was promised almost 2 months ago. Shame on you, Wave!!!
I spent 47 days at The Wave International, and my experience was extremely mixed. I genuinely learned a lot and met some incredible people, but I also witnessed and experienced things that I believe need serious attention. On my first day, I had to leave yoga after 20 minutes because I had undergone emergency back surgery only three weeks earlier. When I explained this to tech Kya, she responded, “Well, I’ve had back surgery and I still do yoga.” I found this dismissive and lacking compassion. On my third day, I accidentally bumped into tech Sophia, who turned around and said, “Whoa, big Allysun.” Having been bullied about my size for most of my life, this was extremely triggering. When I addressed it, I was told she “didn’t mean anything by it” and that calling people “big” was part of her culture. Regardless of intent, I believe mental health staff should be mindful of comments about residents’ bodies. There was also a Walmart outing where Kya and Sophia left the residents in the Ubers and drove away in Kya’s personal vehicle, despite staff being expected to accompany residents for safety. I later learned Kya is the director’s daughter and Sophia is Kya’s childhood best friend. I cannot say whether that affected anything, but it certainly creates the appearance of favoritism/conflict of interest. Food safety was another major concern. Dinner was sometimes left sitting at room temperature for 5–6 hours before being refrigerated as leftovers, including chicken, which residents were then allowed to eat. Tech Amy also frequently escalated minor issues rather than addressing them directly. For example, after I accidentally left cigarette butts outside, she reported it to my therapist rather than simply asking me to pick them up. I was also discharged after a resident reported that I had sexually harassed her by smacking her butt. I understand now that I should not have made physical contact without explicit consent, regardless of how comfortable I believed our relationship was, and I took accountability and apologized. I also received donations from residents through my GoFundMe before learning that exchanging money between residents was prohibited. Once I learned the rule, I respected it. However, I was ultimately discharged and felt I received little meaningful aftercare planning, referrals, or guidance for continuing treatment. I also found it concerning that there were no working security cameras in common areas. While privacy must absolutely be protected, appropriate cameras could provide an objective record of incidents and improve safety and accountability. That said, there were some truly exceptional people at The Wave. Gigi and Jen were incredibly compassionate and supportive, and I am genuinely grateful for them. The therapists—especially Tori, Nouel, Phoebe, and Emma—gave me tools and insight that I will carry with me. Raisa’s Reiki sessions and teaching about TCM and holistic approaches were also incredibly meaningful. Ultimately, The Wave gave me valuable tools and relationships, but it also left me with serious concerns about staff conduct, food safety, resident supervision, boundaries, documentation, discharge planning, security, and potential conflicts of interest. There are people there who genuinely care and do wonderful work, but I believe the program has significant areas that need improvement.
Any Owner that will only reply to 5 star reviews says a lot about the integrity of this Business.
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Written By: Kelly Junco
CPC, CPRC, BA, BS Certified Professional Coach, Certified Professional Recovery Coach, Author
