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757 SE 17th Street, Suite 328 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
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About Inspirations for Youth and Families

Inspirations for Youth and Families was a drug and alcohol rehab facility located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. They treated teenagers for substance use disorders and alcohol addiction. They provided a short term residential program.

They offered detox services to their clients. They were able to provide medically assisted treatment to kids who were unable to tolerate the pain of withdrawal. The staff was trained to administer methadone and other opioid addiction treatment drugs to those who needed it.

Once kids had detoxified and stabilized they would begin therapy. The treatment they received was based on questions asked in an intake meeting as well as medical history. All the teens in the program participated in both group and individual therapy. They were strictly an inpatient facility.

They used traditional therapeutic methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy both of which aim to change negative thinking in order to change destructive behaviors. They also offered trauma therapy in cases where the teen’s substance use was caused by a traumatic event. They offered family therapy so that teens were able to discuss their addiction with their parents and siblings.

Latest Reviews

Molly Lombardi
1 year ago on Google
5
I learned so many valuable life skills at this place when I was a teenager, and I know at the time I didn't want to be there, but I mean, what teenager(in my particular position at the time) would want to be away from their friends and family? But now at 23 almost 24, I am grateful for everything this place and the staff back then and all the lifelong friends I made in this place who I still talk to to this day, and are probably my favorite friends I have because we have a special bond and it's thanks to this place.
Luis Hernandez
1 year ago on Google
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They have 0 consideration for neighbors
Trevor Pinson
2 years ago on Google
4
Larry was cool. He was a therapist there. He was level headed and cool and actually was good at his job and a good guy hope your doing well buddy
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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.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

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.

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Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
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.
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
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.
inpatient iconInpatient
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.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).
medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox
Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.
heart-hands iconIntervention Services
Intervention services helps family or friends of addicts stage an intervention, which is a meeting in which loved ones share their concerns and attempt to get an addict into treatment. Professional intervention specialists can help loved ones organize, gather, and communicate with an addict. They can guide intervention participants in describing the damage the addict's behavior is causing and that outside help is necessary to address the addiction. The ideal outcome of an intervention is for the addict to go to rehab and get the help they need.
12-step icon12-Step
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).

Treatments

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.

Programs

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LGBTQ Program
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

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.

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.

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.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and dysfunctional eating patterns. Many psychologists and other mental health professionals consider eating disorders to be food addictions, meaning food is being used in an addictive way (similar to drug or alcohol addiction). Certain substance abuse treatment programs will have treatment for eating disorders as one of the services offered. An eating disorder may also present as a co-occuring disorder or dual diagnosis alongside drug and alcohol addiction.

Equine therapy, aka equine-assisted therapy (EAT), is a form of experiential therapy that involves interactions and activities with horses. It does not necessarily involve riding horses, but all activities related to horses, such as feeding, grooming, haltering and leading them. A mental health professional frequently oversees the activities (often in conjunction with a horse professional), and helps patients process their thoughts, feelings, and behavior patterns during and/or after the interaction.

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.

EMDR is a therapeutic modality originally developed to help process trauma. In an EMDR session, a patient is prompted to undergo eye movements that mimic those of REM sleep. This is accomplished by watching a therapist's finger move back and forth across, or following a bar of light. The goal is repetitive sets of eye movements that help the brain reprocess memory, which can significantly reduce the intensity of remembered traumatic incidents. Associated memories can heal simultaneously, leaving patients significantly calmer, more stable, and more emotionally relaxed.

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.

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.

Hypnotherapy (aka guided hypnosis) can be used as a therapeutic modality to treat substance use, especially in terms of quitting smoking cigarettes (nicotine). Clinical hypnotherapists help clients turn their attention inward, accessing unconscious or subconscious material, and then make suggestions that are healthier for the individual. The process can help clients make deep, positive, and lasting changes, including ceasing addictive habits.

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.

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.

Recreational therapy (aka therapeutic recreation) uses creative and fun activities to help with addiction recovery. Recreational therapists lead patients in entertaining and engaging activities like sports or games; art (drawing, painting, sculpture); drama, music, and dance; and/or community outings (field trips) to improve patients' physical, social, and emotional well-being.

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.

Amenities

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  • spa2 iconYoga Studio
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  • hiking iconHiking

Accreditations

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: 589752

State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.

State License: Florida
License Number: 2535

Contact Information

Phone icon (954) 376-4783
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757 SE 17th Street
Suite 328
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

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Eliza Gale
Edited by:
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Reviews of Inspirations for Youth and Families

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It is so nice that a program like this is available for our children. Inspirations for Youth knows that all children learn and heal differently. This is why they offer so many different types of therapy that they can try with our children. To top it off, their providers and ... Read More

Reviewed on 11/28/2018
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Amazing program !! Great with the teens.

Reviewed on 11/28/2018
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Inspirations for Youth and Families is a one-ok-a-kind facility. Working alongside the team has been nothing, but passion and drive to impact teens around the world. Everything they do is to help teens restore their dreams and to save their lives. They have a full Inspira ... Read More

Reviewed on 11/2/2018
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4.3 (69 reviews)
Molly Lombardi
2 years ago
5

I learned so many valuable life skills at this place when I was a teenager, and I know at the time I didn't want to be there, but I mean, what teenager(in my particular position at the time) would want to be away from their friends and family? But now at 23 almost 24, I am grateful for everything this place and the staff back then and all the lifelong friends I made in this place who I still talk to to this day, and are probably my favorite friends I have because we have a special bond and it's thanks to this place.

Luis Hernandez
2 years ago
1

They have 0 consideration for neighbors

Trevor Pinson
2 years ago
4

Larry was cool. He was a therapist there. He was level headed and cool and actually was good at his job and a good guy 🙏✌️ hope your doing well buddy

Niamh Duffy
2 years ago
1

Katiecase Case
3 years ago
1

I can’t believe this place is still open. They closed down shortly after we paid $20,000.00. I have text messages that were accidentally sent to me and not meant for the eyes of a parent. As a mental health professional, this place is a disgrace and it was ironic because after they sent home my son and all the other adolescents the owner went on vacation. What a shame and I am disappointed nothing was ever done to prevent it from opening back up a few months after closing. They never billed our insurance so, we had to pay for everything. In addition, they took my son to the wrong hospital for his surgery. They didn’t treat his mental health either and food was limited and not was promised to my son. Don’t go! Contact Kevin at the “The Addict Diary” on Facebook and ask him for recommendations.

Selena Golden
4 years ago
5

I went here when I was a teenager and it was one of the best experiences of my life. Addiction is a cunning, lethal enemy and half of the girls I spent my time here with are either sober, or deceased. This program did not keep me sober but it was an experience Im glad I had.

Heather Meeks
6 years ago
1

I was fooled by all of the wonderful reviews and took my daughter to this facility. Clearly these are fake reviews. Let me start with the positives. Two of the therapists, Safraz and Adina, were wonderful with my daughter. It’s a shame they have to be associated with this place. Now for the negatives. There was a review posted about one year ago and my experience is exactly the same as hers. Also numerous other negative reviews if you scroll back far enough. 1. The NEVER answer the phone. It is impossible to contact anyone until your child is assigned a therapist and then you communicate with the therapist via their cell phone. If it wasn’t for Safraz responding to me on his personal time, on his personal cell, I would have gone crazy worrying. 2. This facility is not locked. To be fair, they tell you up front and you must agree that you understand this. They describe it as “staff secured”. To me, this means that if a staff member sees your child attempting to run away, they will attempt to stop them. Just like the lady that left the review a year ago, my daughter ran away. They do have a gate (which can be climbed over) and as she was attempting to open the gate, a staff member (one of the techs), asked her if she needed help, opened the gate for her, called her a derogatory name, and told her not to come back. The techs are very verbally and emotionally abusive. My daughter was gone for 4 days. It was like pulling teeth to get information from the staff. I live 5 hours away and was not able to be there personally. I received a call on day 3 of her being gone asking me what i wanted them to do with her stuff. 3. During the time that my daughter was gone, and after she was found (not by the inspirations, by the police) and sent to Ft. Lauderdale behavioral health center, my communication with the local police as well as the hospital staff, was very negative in regards to this facility. They stated this sort of thing happens all the time. 4. After my daughter was found, I transferred her to another facility that is locked and that she had been to before. I’ve been trying for 3 weeks to get my daughters belongings sent to her at the new facility and have been consistently lied to and given the run around regarding this. I finally threatened a lawsuit today and miraculously her belongings were found and sent immediately (at least i hope so, that remains to be seen). The clinical directory, Karen, is the one who lied on numerous occasions in regard to this. If you can’t trust the supervisor of the therapists, how can you trust anyone there? Options for children in Florida are slim, but please do not send your child here. It’s a dangerous place in a dangerous city. One of the police detectives told me nobody should come to Ft. Lauderdale for rehab, and especially not to this place.

Victoria Bayne
6 years ago
5

Inspirations is a remarkable facility full of compassionate and knowledgeable individuals who are dedicated to the growth and recovery of their clients. They offer affordable treatment and intervention services that are individualized for each client and situation. The interventionist team will travel anywhere around the country to provide assistance in communicating the benifits of attending Inspirations and obtaining the skills needing a successful recovery. Once at the facility, your teen will be provided with a homelike atmosphere including an apartment with 2 bedrooms, unlocked doors, security cameras in the common rooms (inside and out) and a full staff who work around the clock to provide a great balance of monitoring and freedom. There are a team of therapists, schooling, and an array of activities to accommodate each clients interests and needs. Inspirations is involved in a multitude of community and volunteer activities and encourage its clients to participate in giving back. Overall inspirations is a wonderful facility for teens to gain life skills, become strong and independent, and grow to their maximum potential.

Jason Vance
6 years ago
5

The call center staff are very informative and will take the time to make sure all your questions are answered, believe me I had a million! The therapists and techs are wonderful, you can tell they truly care. My son has been there for 36 days now and although there's been some rough patches, I am overjoyed with the progress he's made thus far. I'll try to post an update after he's home.

Lily Evans
6 years ago
5

Inspirations saved my daughter's life. She had a terrible addiction, and she came home like a different person. No longer worrying about drugs but instead wanting to turn her life around by doing better in school and treating her family better.

Leo Martin
7 years ago
5

Amazing program !! Great with the teens .

Inspirations For Youth Marketing
7 years ago
5

My daughter turned her whole life around at Inspirations. Battling with drug addiction and anxiety wasn’t easy for her but the therapists and clinical staff at Inspirations really helped her get her life back on track! Thank you for saving my daughter.

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