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The Guest House Ocala

3230 NE 55th Ave
Silver Springs, FL 34488
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About The Guest House Ocala

Home to the famous artesian springs, Silver Springs, Florida, also features The Guest House Ocala. This upscale treatment center sits on 52 acres and provides advanced treatment approaches for adults aged 18 and older. You can access residential or outpatient care for trauma and co-occurring substance use or mental health conditions.

Whether you need 24/7, consistent care or can live at home and attend treatment, their programs offer personalized interventions for your situation. You can live in their residential program for up to 90 days. You’ll receive holistic approaches and treatment best practices to work through trauma and develop strong coping skills. Individual and group therapy with traditional and experiential interventions are available.

A Whole Person Healing Approach

For me, their vast selection of holistic therapies really caught my eye. They help you heal your mind, body, and soul to improve your overall wellness. You can participate in art therapy, meditation, somatic therapy, breathwork, yoga, and much more.

Of these approaches, core energetics truly stand out. This mind and body psychotherapy helps you break the cycle of trauma patterns that can hinder recovery. You’ll gain awareness of your inner self and find purpose in life. They help you reach your authentic self and learn to express yourself positively.

Strengthening Trust with Equine Therapy

Another notable feature was their equine therapy. You can relearn how to form trusting relationships by connecting with horses. During this approach, you’ll participate in relaxing activities like walking, feeding, and grooming the horses. A trained therapist also guides each session.

They’re also near Silver Springs, a notable local ranch. They’re also not far from Silver Springs State Park, which is filled with natural splendor that’s the gateway to Ocala National Park.

Diverse Care for Process Addictions

I also think it’s nice that they treat multiple addictions. You can participate in gambling, gaming, shopping, disordered eating, and sex addiction treatment. You’ll benefit from a thoroughly customized treatment plan to provide the tools to overcome these challenges and sustain recovery.

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Facility Overview

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Latest Reviews

Johanna Bot
6 months ago on Google
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I had the great privilege of staying at The Guest House Ocala for 60 days in May and June of this year. It was the first time I ever did this type of intensive residential therapy and I'm very glad that that experience was in this world class facility. The range of different modalities - from very powerful small group/individual trauma therapy and informative group presentations, to somatic/drama/art therapy, breath work, sound baths and yin yoga - allows for many different paths to heal and find joy again. The tremendous and highly trained support staff is an invaluable asset - keeping us safe, protected, heard and rather too well fed!! I truly believe that my experience at TGH saved my life and helped me ignite an adventure into truly living this wild and wonderful life.
Danny Rinaldi
7 months ago on Google
5
How can you express your gratitude for the people and place that saved your life? I cannot praise the Guest House and its staff enough. From the moment I arrived in Orlando, I was greeted by my driver, Don, who reassured me that the Guest House would change my life for the better. I was deeply touched by the kindness and caring nature of the staff, whether it was the gardener or my therapist. I consistently felt a sense of security and connection during my stay. The staff was always attentive and fair regarding anything I needed. OG Bob would drive us to meetings, playing the music we loved, which allowed us to sing along and feel joyful. I was grateful for all the activities, whether it was bowling or going to the movies. Chef KC surprised me daily with the creativity and quality of our meals. Every dish was delicious and healthy, and the standards only increased as time went on. The living conditions and grounds were nothing short of perfect. We were surrounded by natural beauty both day and night, and our rooms had everything we could need. The classes were engaging and unique—something I had never experienced before—but they were incredibly effective in addressing trauma. Even after being gone for a year and participating in an alumni weekend, I felt as if I had never left. The Guest House maintained its loving and welcoming atmosphere. And finally, my therapist, Mark, truly saved my life with his gentle yet honest approach. I have never encountered anyone who has spoken poorly of him or expressed disappointment in his care. His commitment to my well-being was phenomenal and unwavering. He even called me on a Sunday—his day off—when he learned I was struggling. I have never seen or heard of a therapist so devoted to guiding someone through recovery. I cannot thank the Guest House enough for what they did for me and for the ongoing support I continue to receive after leaving. The weekly Zoom meetings to reconnect with old and new guests are especially crucial to our recovery, even after our time at the Guest House has come to an end. What business would genuinely care about you after you've left, possibly forever? That’s why I will never refer to the Guest House as a business. It is, quite simply, a caring community dedicated to recovery, fostering growth and happiness. In closing, it’s absolutely true what we’ve heard about the Guest House: it is the best of its kind. It has changed my life and given me meaning once again. Thank you!
Ryan Roy x Blue Did It, LLC
7 months ago on Google
5
Our team works with toxic and corrosive family systems that more times than not have at least one member who have been exposed to profound big "T" individual and internalized trauma and long-term little "t" systemic trauma. These scars materialize in relationships, lifestyle, and health and financial consequences. As a long-time veteran of this work, with all the staff and ownership changes that impact our industry, Judy and John and Audra and the entire Guest House team continue to set the standard for comprehensive and cutting edge trauma work and more importantly, healing.
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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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Outpatient rehabs encompass multiple levels of care to facilitate clients' progress through their recovery journey. Clients who are stepping down from inpatient treatment may require intensive outpatient (IOP) treatment, which involves more frequent and substantive therapeutic interventions than does standard outpatient care. Outpatient centers typically provide extensive addiction counseling, including individual, group, and family therapy. Medication assisted treatment programs (MAT) and recovery-focused life skills training are also common in outpatient care.

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.

Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) involve frequent and robust therapeutic sessions for clients requiring high-level care. Clients may engage in a combination of medication assisted treatment (MAT), addiction counseling, recovery skills training, and holistic therapies for a minimum of nine and a maximum of 20 hours per week. Intensive outpatient rehab is designed primarily for persons in early recovery, those exiting detox or inpatient care, and those at an elevated relapse risk.

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.

If a person with a substance use disorder continually denies their problem or refuses to get treatment, a drug intervention in Florida may be necessary. Intervention services can help mediate the intervention by providing an addiction expert. This professional can de-escalate situations and facilitate a healthier discussion between the individual and their loved ones. Specialists can also help families handle issues they don't know how to navigate on their own.

The first step of the recovery process involves the removal of all drugs and alcohol from your system while under 24/7 medical supervision. Known as a medically assisted detox, you are closely monitored by medical staff who can provide medications, if necessary, to help alleviate any potential withdrawal symptoms. Medical detox is usually followed by a period of inpatient addiction treatment.

Treatments

When you have a mental health disorder and an addiction, it's known as a co-occurring disorder. Since treating both conditions at the same time is critical, you'll want to seek out a dual diagnosis treatment center. These specialized rehabs offer the care needed to overcome both disorders, which drastically increases your chances of success in long-term recovery. Types of therapies provided tend to include individual and group counseling, relapse prevention education, coping skills training, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.

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.

Clinical Services

Therapists who apply cognitive behavioral therapy in Florida believe patient thoughts and behaviors are closely linked. They use this treatment method to help clients change their thought patterns so they can also change behaviors and break free from substance abuse.

Dialectical behavior therapy in Florida consists of individual therapy and group instruction. This structured program is a form of psychotherapy that incorporates the development of skills for managing emotions and relationships.

Group therapy provides a safe and supportive environment for people in Florida who are struggling with drug addiction. There you can openly discuss the challenges and progress you're making without fear of judgment from your peers who experience many of the same things you are.

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.

Trauma therapy helps you work through the psychological impact that traumatic events have had on your life. Your therapist helps you identify the physical, emotional, and mental triggers and develop coping mechanisms. This helps rebuild a sense of safety and trust in yourself and others.

During family therapy sessions, you navigate the complexities of addiction and are provided tools to help improve communication and resolve conflicts. When you work together, families can better support their loved one's recovery and restore balance and harmony within the household.

Life skills are the core skills you need for daily success. They can include self care, stress management, daily routines, and emotion control. Rehab treatment includes the development of these skills so you have the tools you need for long term recovery.

Recreational therapy helps you recover from addiction by giving you structured activities that promote your physical health and mental well being. These activities could range from sports and fitness to creative arts and provide a constructive outlet for your emotions and stress.

Amenities

  • weight iconGym
  • spa2 iconYoga Studio
  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms
  • hiking iconHiking
  • spa1 iconSpa
  • lotus iconGardens
  • hiking-poles iconWalking Trails

Staff

Judy Crane

Co-Founder & CEO

John West

Co-Founder & Managing Director

Rick Fungaroli

VP of Operations & CFO

Nancy Jenkins, MBA, MSW

Compliance Director

Contact Information

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3230 NE 55th Ave
Silver Springs, FL 34488

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Eva A.
3 weeks ago
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Recently, I was having issues w/ Judy Crane’s former staff member, previously my therapist. Context: Judy is the owner of The Guest House and prior to that The Refuge. I directed my concern to Judy b/c I formed a relationship with this person under Judy’s supervision. I also thought Judy was related through a business partnership. Judy said she was no longer affiliated with this person and she fired her years ago over conduct. That info helped me gain context around something I was struggling to understand. I tried to figure out who the right person to address my concern was, discovering my former therapist never had a license. I tried contacting whoever issued her the “C.T.T.” letters attached to her name, only to be led back to Judy Crane’s Spirit2Spirit certification program. Contradicting herself, it appeared as if this person was certified/endorsed by Judy as a trauma therapist. Confused, I redirected back to Judy via formal complaint. Judy again denied affiliation w/ this person claiming she wasn’t certified by her. She didn’t show any concern over someone misusing her credentials & she didn’t indicate actions would be taken to prevent it. Judy glossed over my complaint, telling me she loved me & that I was resilient, explaining she didn’t have the capacity to address the issue due to personal circumstances. That response left me frustrated. Under Judy’s supervision, my former therapist crossed boundaries & exploited my trauma history. Despite being aware of it, Judy failed to protect me. Judy allowed this person's kids on property ignoring that I was being asked to watch them. Meanwhile, I was doing intensive trauma work with their mom. It seemed innocent, but looking back I see the problem and how it gradually developed into more serious issues as that dynamic continued through aftercare. I can’t discern when the therapeutic relationship ended b/c my therapist made it seem like watching her kids was a form of therapy. She intertwined her personal life & children directly into my trauma processing, creating an entirely new layer of anxiety, dependency, and emotional confusion, while I struggled with increased panic attacks, agoraphobia, OCD and depression. Verbal & mental abuse, blatant violations of my confidentiality, constant criticisms, casual put-downs, unsolicited comments about my sexual orientation, offensive comments about my gender identity: all things I endured as a client and afterwards while this person remained in my life. Time passed while I failed to connect dots between how she treated me & what was going on with me internally. I struggled while she relied on me to protect her kids, monitor online safety; even inserting me into the middle of physically dangerous situations. This person’s conduct more recently escalated into things that felt more manipulative, malicious, or calculating. Attempts to stand up for myself were framed as “being mean” while she obfuscated things, leaving me feeling so gaslit that I called Judy. Not long after, I disengaged from this person & her family entirely. I’m being conservative in what I say here. I don’t appreciate feeling like I had to resort to sharing my private experiences online in order to have a voice in this matter. In my view, “Certified Trauma Therapist” implies “qualified to provide therapy” and “is a safe person during crisis or trauma”. It’s still unclear why this person was posturing herself w/ Judy’s credentials all this time; she visually appears to be the subject of Judy’s supervision. I’m unclear & concerned about this person harming others and creating damage in their lives the way she did to mine. Attempting to acknowledge the situation with Judy seems reasonable and appropriate. This experience impacted me in a significant way; it feels like something was stolen from me that I can’t fully put into words. If Judy ever decides to do the right thing by finally giving this issue the attention it deserves, she knows how to contact me.

Nakoma Asuka
1 month ago
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I went to the guest house for the first time in 2023, and had a great success! However recently I had reached out about going back and was approved to return. Unfortunately, I experienced a seizure within my first 12 hours back on campus. I am a diagnosed epileptic and my first stay had multiple seizures and while sent for medical clearance, I was brought back to campus to continue treatment. However this time less then 24 hours after my arrival was told they could not have me come back to campus due to seizures. I was cleared by the local emergency room and received a text from my admission point that I would need to find new arrangements and could not return. I flew 7 hours with my service dog to attend the guest house and was extremely open with my current medical status. I was left at the hospital to find new arrangement and want to warn others from attending this program if you struggle with any medical conditions. It’s unfortunate that find addiction and mental health care is such a challenge for those with disabilities. If the guest house had been open from the beginning I would have been able to find a better fit for my needs but I feel they looked past aspects of what they could actually provide.

Barbara King
1 month ago
5

A wonderful experience on the road to recovery. Each and every staff member was exemplary and completely dedicated. I highly recommend the Guest House. It is an incredible wellness center.

Lauren Summer
2 months ago
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The guesthouse was promised to be a transformative and experience that would be able to help sort through trauma, wounds, and improve my overall functioning. The flexibility of the schedule (which wasn’t actually flexible) and the many added alternative treatments were a huge sell point for me. Unfortunately, 30 days does not give you the time to actually engage in those other treatments and it felt like the whole idea was just to make you stay longer. I was clear about 30 days being my maximum time and was given a therapist that was not a match who I had to switch from and then only received a few sessions with the next one (who was amazing Silvia is unbelievably skilled and real). They tried to “make it right” by adding some sessions with Marla who is also unbelievably skilled but unfortunately the crux of the program couldn’t even be completed for me as it was family week my last week. The experience was sub par at best in terms of the clinical department. The food was great. The staff were lovely. Medical was incredible. The og’s were warm and friendly and honestly angels on earth. For that reason I gave 3 stars. But this wasn’t a hotel stay. It was meant to save my life. Having poor clinical insight and execution is a major problem for a place portrayed to be of a certain caliber. I would unfortunately never recommend this place to anyone and would likely suggest looking elsewhere if you only have 30 days. I think 60 days and beyond is another story as I saw firsthand some people who experienced immense and incredible change. But for 30 days stay away. Also Johnny is super cool he should be around more.

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