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UF Health Psychiatric Hospital

4101 NW 89th Boulevard
Gainesville, FL 32606
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UF Health Shands Psychiatric Hospital FL 32606

About UF Health Psychiatric Hospital

The detoxification program is a medically monitored program that allows for medical intervention and medication interventions to help reduce the risk of withdrawal and provide a higher level of safety for individuals while they detox.

The inpatient program is a short-term treatment program designed to stabilize individuals so they can be referred to their next phase of treatment. Children and adolescents will be in one section, with adults in another section. The 81-bed facility allows for many individuals to receive crisis stabilization. Psychiatric care, medication management, group therapy, and case management services are available. Once an individual has completed this program, they may choose to continue to an outpatient level of care that allows them ongoing treatment. Some individuals choose to move into a residential or longer-term inpatient treatment program.

UF Health Shands Psychiatric Hospital accepts most insurance plans, including Amerigroup, Magellan, HCSC, Humana, Beacon, and more. Out-of-network benefits may vary, so it’s important to verify coverage.

Latest Reviews

Yori vu
1 month ago on Google
5
Do not let the negative reviews keep you from seeking help here. I admitted myself voluntarily, horrified that the reviews would be accurate, and instead left in a much better and safer place than before. I have heard absolutely horrible things about Meridian and hospitals in northern FL from countless people with years of experience in hospitals. If I felt I needed help again, I would absolutely travel the 2 hours to come here. The most helpful thing is actually participating in therapy. There are many groups a day, and most are optional, but they will urge you to attend. You will leave sooner if you attend, and you will genuinely only improve if you apply yourself without judgement to these groups. They were simple things like gratitude workshops and cognitive distortion worksheets, but they do help. Sometimes they brought in a dog or we painted watercolor pictures. Kind of strange, but you might have to verbally request individual therapy or you won't get it. It's worth it. Therapist Tre and group host Jessica were absolutely wonderful. Also, interacting with the people around you by sharing in group, chatting or by playing card games in the lobby is EXTREMELY HELPFUL. Do not undermine the power of human connection in this kind of facility. I made some good friends of all ages and backgrounds. It was good to hear other people's stories and oftentimes motivating. Psychiatric side gets periods of time where phone calls can be made. They're supposed to be quite short, but time was not strictly enforced unless someone else wanted the phone. Rehab side has to schedule phone calls within the hours. There are visitation hours daily. The food isn't 5-star quality, but has a large variety with a menu you choose from daily. 3 meals a day. Decent selections of decent quality for hospital food; for breakfast, you can get french toast sticks, tea, an orange, and oatmeal as one meal. Plenty of options for dietary restrictions, even a veggie burger. They will encourage you to eat. They also have high calorie shakes they can give you. You are allowed 3 pairs of clothes. Don't bring anything with strings like hoodies or sweatpants. If you have only one pair with you, they have paper scrubs for you to wear while they wash your laundry (overnight usually). You can bring a book or card game. You can ask for extra blankets, socks, toothpaste. They give you a journal + soft pens and markers. SO JOURNAL!! It helps. I did not like the psychiatrist or her nurses. They did not seem to care very much and ask arbitrary questions. They do decide when you get to leave, so be kind and be honest about your improvements. Do not ask to leave!!!!! It does not work and sometimes leads to a longer stay. Also, they will not let you leave in 3 days like the voluntary sheet says. They almost always keep you a week. That's not necessarily a bad thing... you usually need it. The first couple days will be uncomfortable, as they put you in a co-ed space and you will share a room + bathroom with another person— not necessarily of the same gender. It takes some getting used to. They will not put you in a room with anyone who is aggressive of incapable of taking care of themselves, those people typically have separate rooms and are monitored by staff 24/7. They technically won't force you into your room at night either in my experience, but they will have nurses come offer melatonin every 30 minutes. They love giving out melatonin. There are definitely some rude nurses, and we had a minor incident with a nurse that agitated an aggressive patient. If anything happens, they'll send everyone back to their rooms. I never felt unsafe. Majority of the nurses were very sweet, attentive, and helpful. They will answer questions. A few played cards with us. If I had to describe my stay, I would say boring. There is basically no entertainment. The days are long, starting early in the morning and ending late in the evening. There are some poor quality books, puzzles, and cards available. If you have a loved one here, maybe bring them an activity book.
Jacqueline Tilley
2 months ago on Google
5
Fantastic
Will (StupidCheese)
3 months ago on Google
5
This is one of the best mental facilities you can get help from. They will not let you leave untill you feel better, they medicated me, gave lessons on boundaries, anger management, we read poems, did music therapy, worksheets and games aswell as plant therapy and animal therapy. (got to take a plant home) there were fidget toys and puzzles and i never felt unsafe in the facility because of their guidelines/rules. Group was a wonderful time for me, being able to go outside into the sunlight in the facility was great, i met amazing people with very crazy stories in there, and overall it was a much needed experience to repair my mental health. There are books and a TV to entertain yourself with and they give you journals to encourage you to write. The food was very good, and you are allowed to make phone calls. You will see a doctor every morning. And they also give you soap, a toothbrush, lotion, deodorant and toothpaste. eric needs a raise guys please give him a raise, hes running around everywhere. aswell as jessica, brandon, valaria and suzanne. They are all lovely kind nurses.
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Accepted Insurance

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UF Health Psychiatric Hospital works with several private insurance providers, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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.

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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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.

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.

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.

12 step programs support recovery through emotional, psychological, and spiritual development to address the root causes of addiction. These programs are peer directed, with participants regularly attending 12 step meetings, which are anonymous, free, and accessible day and night, year-round. Recovery is based on "working the steps" to understand the source of addiction, take accountability for one's life choices, and relinquish control for that which cannot be changed. Age-specific, gender-separate, and other specialized programs are widely available.

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.

Often referred to as "day treatment," a partial hospitalization program (PHP) offers an intensive treatment option that allows individuals to return home at night. PHP treatment typically requires a minimum of 20 hours a week for an average of 90 days. Participants attend daily therapeutic sessions, receive medication management, and have access to skilled medical professionals. While costs can vary, most insurance will fully or partially cover a partial hospitalization program.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

As a short term therapeutic method, motivational interviewing in Florida requires only a couple of sessions. During these sessions, you'll have the opportunity to talk about your circumstances and any discrepancies between your current situation and future goals. You'll then decide for yourself what changes you want to make.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Stephen J. Motew, MD, MHA, FACS

President & System CEO

David R. Nelson, MD

Senior Vice President for Health Affairs

Ed Daech

Chief Human Resources Officer

Joe G.N. Garcia, MD

Associate Vice President for Research

Shakira Henderson, PhD, DNP, MS, MPH, EMBA, RNC-NIC, IBCLC

ystem Chief Nurse Executive

Gigi Lipori, MT, MBA

Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer

Robert R. Michalski

Vice President and Chief Compliance and Privacy Officer

Melanie Fridl Ross, MSJ, ELS

Chief Communications Officer

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

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4101 NW 89th Boulevard
Gainesville, FL 32606

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Kayley
3 weeks ago
2

Been there 3 times now, first 2 were in the kids unit. Not too many complaints there but the doctors didn’t really listen to anything i was genuinely concerned about. 3rd time was the adult unit, and it wasn’t good. I had let the people know when I was first admitted that i hadn’t been able to eat and it was hard for me. I didn’t eat the entire time i was there. They asked why and I told them again, and they refused to give me ensures even when i asked. Was ridiculous.

Yori vu
1 month ago
5

Do not let the negative reviews keep you from seeking help here. I admitted myself voluntarily, horrified that the reviews would be accurate, and instead left in a much better and safer place than before. I have heard absolutely horrible things about Meridian and hospitals in northern FL from countless people with years of experience in hospitals. If I felt I needed help again, I would absolutely travel the 2 hours to come here. The most helpful thing is actually participating in therapy. There are many groups a day, and most are optional, but they will urge you to attend. You will leave sooner if you attend, and you will genuinely only improve if you apply yourself without judgement to these groups. They were simple things like gratitude workshops and cognitive distortion worksheets, but they do help. Sometimes they brought in a dog or we painted watercolor pictures. Kind of strange, but you might have to verbally request individual therapy or you won't get it. It's worth it. Therapist Tre and group host Jessica were absolutely wonderful. Also, interacting with the people around you by sharing in group, chatting or by playing card games in the lobby is EXTREMELY HELPFUL. Do not undermine the power of human connection in this kind of facility. I made some good friends of all ages and backgrounds. It was good to hear other people's stories and oftentimes motivating. Psychiatric side gets periods of time where phone calls can be made. They're supposed to be quite short, but time was not strictly enforced unless someone else wanted the phone. Rehab side has to schedule phone calls within the hours. There are visitation hours daily. The food isn't 5-star quality, but has a large variety with a menu you choose from daily. 3 meals a day. Decent selections of decent quality for hospital food; for breakfast, you can get french toast sticks, tea, an orange, and oatmeal as one meal. Plenty of options for dietary restrictions, even a veggie burger. They will encourage you to eat. They also have high calorie shakes they can give you. You are allowed 3 pairs of clothes. Don't bring anything with strings like hoodies or sweatpants. If you have only one pair with you, they have paper scrubs for you to wear while they wash your laundry (overnight usually). You can bring a book or card game. You can ask for extra blankets, socks, toothpaste. They give you a journal + soft pens and markers. SO JOURNAL!! It helps. I did not like the psychiatrist or her nurses. They did not seem to care very much and ask arbitrary questions. They do decide when you get to leave, so be kind and be honest about your improvements. Do not ask to leave!!!!! It does not work and sometimes leads to a longer stay. Also, they will not let you leave in 3 days like the voluntary sheet says. They almost always keep you a week. That's not necessarily a bad thing... you usually need it. The first couple days will be uncomfortable, as they put you in a co-ed space and you will share a room + bathroom with another person— not necessarily of the same gender. It takes some getting used to. They will not put you in a room with anyone who is aggressive of incapable of taking care of themselves, those people typically have separate rooms and are monitored by staff 24/7. They technically won't force you into your room at night either in my experience, but they will have nurses come offer melatonin every 30 minutes. They love giving out melatonin. There are definitely some rude nurses, and we had a minor incident with a nurse that agitated an aggressive patient. If anything happens, they'll send everyone back to their rooms. I never felt unsafe. Majority of the nurses were very sweet, attentive, and helpful. They will answer questions. A few played cards with us. If I had to describe my stay, I would say boring. There is basically no entertainment. The days are long, starting early in the morning and ending late in the evening. There are some poor quality books, puzzles, and cards available. If you have a loved one here, maybe bring them an activity book.

Jay Ok
1 month ago
2

I made a whole entire new edit of this place and it is far more honest, I’ve been here two times. The only good thing about this place (in south wing) is the staff are nice, that’s it. 1. The food is undercooked (the two times I have been here and it has been for a long time) and a health concern, when I say 100% I mean it ok? 100% of the time the chicken is always pink and undercooked, 100% of the time the hamburgers are undercooked 2. I finally had enough of the undercooked food when I got cold severely undercooked bacon (which I don’t know how u can mess up bacon) and then I asked to see the chef right? They said they don’t know who the chef is, I’m like, how the hell do you not know the chef at this psychiatric hospital like WHAT? This place is sketchy and I had a incident also where I got fully accused saying I was gonna “hang myself” which I never said at all, two other people got fully accused of the same exact thing, and one of those people were literally asleep during the timeline of when “it” was said which no one did only one person said it and it wasn’t the people who got accused including me. That’s all I have to say about this place, so if you plan or have to come to this place, don’t get the hamburger meat or the chicken cause it will always be undercooked and don’t ask to see the chef if ur foods undercooked, they don’t know!!!

Colin Frank
1 month ago
1

My mother was in this hospital on 2 separate occasions. In the first, she got lithium toxicity under their “care” and was sent to the main hospital. In the second, they significantly changed medication she’s been taking for over a decade which resulted in rapid cognitive decline. Thankfully, the cause was found and fixed by a more competent hospital. On neither occasion did I ever have any communication with her doctor who worked there despite asking and being granted permission over 4 times. UF Health Psychiatric Hospital is filled to the brim with dispassionate, negligent incompetents who would sooner see you die than treated. Prison is a better option, and I’m not exaggerating.

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