Drug Rehab Centers in Lake City, Florida

First the positives: Most of the nurses are incredibly nice, caring and accommodating to requests. My therapist Laura, and the weekday Psychiatrists were great! Unlike other reviews, I had multiple people review my concerns about medication and I had many people discuss the options with me and the concerns that I had. Particularly related to the potential long-term brain effects that I had heard research about increasing your risk of Alzheimer's. Ultimately, the decision was to start with a very low dose, which I was welcome to try and discontinued if I had any unpleasant side effects. It was very much a collaborative, non pressured approach to medication. We had two wireless phones available for 7 am to 10 pm and could provide a list of approved callers. In fact, (I witnessed) if you did not have someone on your list, they would not confirm or deny that you were there, but they would make note of that person's call, share that they had called, and would ask the patient if they were interested in adding that person to their list. They, had some games, puzzles. The negatives, and how they were managed: The intake process was very long, I get the impression it's very difficult for them to determine when the "busy time" for intake will be. Your introduction to your "pod" for a lack of a better term, (definitely has prison vibes) was horrible. Getting a "skin check" which was just short of a strip search was logical, but not comfortable. The fact that it was co-ed was immediately off-putting to me, I didn't know the schedule,and I didn't Initially feel safe. A nurse should have come to explain the schedule or provided a welcome pamphlet explaining things. The would have been very helpful. I did have a psychology fellow come speak with me which helped put me at ease. I did not get one second of sleep the first night. The prison type bed was extremely uncomfortable. I was near the nurses station and for whatever reason between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. that room was entered or exited at least a hundred times. The loud door was awful. In their defense the kind nurse did offer melatonin but I didn't feel safe so I didn't want it. This caused me to be incredibly anxious, very frustrated, and resistant to opening myself to the process. My door was opened at least 3 times per hour to check on me for safety. I felt a camera would make more sense. However, when I shared my issues, I received a pad for my bed, ear plugs, and melatonin. Then I slept great! I got a lot out of group time, which helped everyone feel more comfortable with each other. The food in one word was "mediocre." I am interested in nutrition so I can definitely say you get plenty of food, and there are some relatively nutritious options but overall it's pretty much hospital food. With a little bit of junk food mixed in. They allow very little outside time which is a bad idea, everyone wanted outside time. The weekend had less scheduled time which left people bored. My therapist managed to scrounge up a note book but many people said the would benefit from journaling. A case manager said she would resolve that issue and agreed saying "we usually have journals." Overall, I think people can choose to get something out of this setting if you understand that most of the things are designed for safety.

Being hospitalized has saved my life several times. Staff is very nice, at least some!

Wife really needs to be seen but staff here does not seem responsive. Was refereed here by UF ER and wait times are long with hardly anyone in the lobby. This was a huge contrast between the ER where they were really kind and responsive. I hope the treatment is better than the first impressions and the poor reviews. When asking how long it would take to be indicted was told flat out by lady who didn't speak good English that was not going to be seen until the person the police brought in was treated first as law enforcement always had priority . Mind you she was rude in the way she told her in broken English or maybe that's just how it was perceived.I will update this review as it progresses.Updated :She got brought back for an evaluation. The staff was pleasant and professional so i adjusted the score. Hoping they admit her.Will update as it progresses againOverall I am improving the ranking as there were people who cared and helped.Constructive feedback would definitely be better communication on how things work so patient would feel more comfortable getting adjusted quicker

I've had an amazing run with Clay Behavioral. Dr. Menges has been working with me for YEARS and he's always been very kind, professional, and really listened to me. My Bipolar I has been treatment resistant and he has never stopped trying to find me the medication that WORKS. He finally found the medication and because I have no insurance, he has been working with me to get the cost to a manageable number. Could not recommend him enough.I've also been working with therapists here for years. I started meeting with Chris sometime in 2016 and she was amazing, helpful, patient -- one of the best people I've ever met. I've moved to seeing Brice and he has been amazing as well and works with how my mind works versus canned, cookie cutter responses. Also a huge recommendation.

Y all! I don t do many reviews, but I had to. For the last 6 months, I ve been in a bad way. Feeling hopeless and not good enough. I ve to other therapist before. I was reluctant, but I needed help .and I got it! Ms. Monique, was and is, an actual God send . I was comfortable, didn t feel like a number, cried bad and happy tears, felt seen, justified for how I felt, given tools to better me. Ms. Monique did that. She gave me encouragement, never felt judged or that I was a joke to tell over dinner. I can keep going on, but my baby has the flu. THANK YOU MS. MONIIQUE!!!! I really don t know where I would be without you and our Heavenly Father !

Have been going here for services since I was 11 years old. Some therapist may not be a right fit for you but if you do ask they will find more suitable therapist for you.Never had a issue with a psychiatrist, my first one was doctor Hassan who sadly had to relocate. She was excellent and my other psychiatrist Dr. F is phenomenal.People have to keep in mind yes they are their to help you but everyone can have bad days so don't judge them on that. It's a part of life. <-- For all the posters hating on the staff members.

I've had an amazing run with Clay Behavioral. Dr. Menges has been working with me for YEARS and he's always been very kind, professional, and really listened to me. My Bipolar I has been treatment resistant and he has never stopped trying to find me the medication that WORKS. He finally found the medication and because I have no insurance, he has been working with me to get the cost to a manageable number. Could not recommend him enough.I've also been working with therapists here for years. I started meeting with Chris sometime in 2016 and she was amazing, helpful, patient -- one of the best people I've ever met. I've moved to seeing Brice and he has been amazing as well and works with how my mind works versus canned, cookie cutter responses. Also a huge recommendation.

Y all! I don t do many reviews, but I had to. For the last 6 months, I ve been in a bad way. Feeling hopeless and not good enough. I ve to other therapist before. I was reluctant, but I needed help .and I got it! Ms. Monique, was and is, an actual God send . I was comfortable, didn t feel like a number, cried bad and happy tears, felt seen, justified for how I felt, given tools to better me. Ms. Monique did that. She gave me encouragement, never felt judged or that I was a joke to tell over dinner. I can keep going on, but my baby has the flu. THANK YOU MS. MONIIQUE!!!! I really don t know where I would be without you and our Heavenly Father !

Have been going here for services since I was 11 years old. Some therapist may not be a right fit for you but if you do ask they will find more suitable therapist for you.Never had a issue with a psychiatrist, my first one was doctor Hassan who sadly had to relocate. She was excellent and my other psychiatrist Dr. F is phenomenal.People have to keep in mind yes they are their to help you but everyone can have bad days so don't judge them on that. It's a part of life. <-- For all the posters hating on the staff members.

Life-changing. The Harvard of therapeutic communities.

Metamorphosis literally saved my life.I was court ordered to be at meta through drug court. The rules and 'tattling' is very contradictory to what addicts are used to. The purpose is to learn to hold other accountable for their actions. AA and NA did nothing for me. Bridgehouse did nothing for me. Meta was the only place to recognize what was causing me to use and address that.I graduated in 2012. I am still clean. Almost 9 years now.Recovery is different for everyone but hold on to the 'keeping secrets' and 'not snitching' behaviors of my using life wouldn't have helped me get this far.

I didn t like the process when I first arrived. Holding each other accountable seemed a lot more like snitching or tattling than anything helpful. I felt like many things seemed conflict inducing at first for sure. I soon realized I was being provided a structure to implement better decision making during my time there and with that acquiring tools to take with me after leaving treatment. There s nothing crazy about anything there in my opinion. The rules are the rules and there are consequences if you break them. They provide everything you need and then some. The staff is wonderful and really care about everyone there whether it s voluntary or court ordered (majority were voluntary when I left a month ago). I needed to stay longer but had to leave due to circumstances at home that had to be addressed. I ve been to treatment many times and I feel Meta has given me the very best chance to stay clean.I am a tough critic especially towards things that are stopping me from doing what I want. Meta is different for everyone but personally it s the first place I would recommend to anyone.

You got to be ready. And be mature, but if you reached that point and you seriously are ready I recommend this program. It's hard for someone who doesn't quite understand the addiction or just new to their addiction. It's a struggle but it's a great place for someone who is really ready

10/10. Great place , great staff , gives a lot of grace and much understanding. The director is wonderful as well as the counselors , spent 14 or so month in a the MIST program and was cared for , listened to , and helped beyond measure. Thankful for this place and those who helped me through my pregnancy , and sobriety.

They changed my life!!Most of the employees were great, really listened to how I felt, my counselor was awesome. I went through and completed the in house rehabilitation,changed my whole outlook on life,been clean since then, July 2021!Thank you guys for everything and for saving me!!!

Meri logan Nix was very professional with excellent services

What a gem in Gainesville! They have helped so many in our local community heal and lead more fulfilling lives of those you serve and also for investing in training and development for your staff. Thank you Meridian for changing lives in our community.

My therapist Pamela smith is a great lady and the Psr is a great program

Paula is a great therapist. I really enjoyed our conversation and believe she will really help me on my path to wellness!

I needed help and they gave it without a judgemental atitude.

The receptionist Cathy was absolutely phenomenal, she went above and beyond to help me and answer all my questions.The providers themselves were caring and always gave lots of resources with every appointment. They provided excellent mental health help to me, and they were understanding about my needs.Thank you guys so much for your care and attention!

I have been going to Better Beginnings for a few years now. I have never had a bad experience and have nothing negative to say. The admin staff has always been kind and helpful and the therapists have been wonderful and helpful. Angela D. Is fantastic and has helped me through so much. I definitely recommend Better Beginnings.

Better beginnings is an smazing place. My psychologist Shaunque Brown is an amazing psychologist. She's been helping me with my past issues. I would recommend better beginnings to anyone...

I was living at the boys ranch back in 1973 till 1977 My childhood was a violent situation in where I was beatin & abused on a daily basis. When I was 10 11 12 I was sent to a boys home in Texas. There I was violently abused by staff with a paddel

What can I say.lol I work here

I am happy to know that people are safe here.

All of the security & almost all of the staff are very nice with the exception of 1 lady but maybe she was having some personal problems & it was affecting her attitude/demeanor & that encounter was a while bk & I just prayed for her & I have had very good relations with all of the staff ever since. Especially 2 ladies that I like & take to very much. I wont mention names because it wouldnt be fair to do that. I pray everyday that they are taking good care of my daughter.....and look out for her best interest & treat her as the special young lady that she is. I love my daughter so much. She is my Angel & my Heart. Mama Loves You Alexis & You get a Purple heart for all you have endured in this life

My mother has been in and out of this facility for several years. The staff has always been helpful and many of them know me on sight. My mother has been exploited several times in private care. Because I don't get the chance to vistv her as much as I want, at least I can say I always know she is safe. Thanks NEFSH for always being there for my mother.

Great professional staff.