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First Step of Sarasota - North Washington Boulevard

First Step of Sarasota - North Washington Boulevard

Drug Rehab Center in Sarasota, Florida

  • Opioid Addiction
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Drug Addiction
  • Alcoholism

This drug rehab in Florida offers accredited, personalized treatment plans with experienced staff and a range of care options.

About This Florida Facility

First Step of Sarasota - North Washington Boulevard is a renowned addiction treatment center located in Sarasota, Florida. With over 50 years of experience, they specialize in providing comprehensive care for individuals struggling with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders.

  • Offers a wide range of inpatient residential treatment programs tailored to meet the unique needs of children, adolescents, adults, seniors, and families.
  • Provides specialized programs such as Choices, Crossroads, Mothers & Infants, Pathways, and sober living options like Royal Palms and Transitions.
  • Holds the prestigious CARF accreditation, demonstrating their commitment to delivering high-quality, effective addiction treatment services.

First Step of Sarasota - North Washington Boulevard is dedicated to helping individuals overcome alcoholism, opioid addiction, drug addiction, and substance abuse. Their multidisciplinary team of professionals utilizes evidence-based practices to create personalized treatment plans that address each client's specific needs.

The facility offers a continuum of care, including drug rehab, dual-diagnosis treatment, inpatient care, partial-hospitalization programs, detoxification, aftercare support, and outpatient treatment options. They treat a wide range of addictions and provide a supportive environment that fosters healing and recovery.

Genders
  • Male
  • Female
  • Gender Exclusive Center
  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Groups
  • Additional
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Hearing Impaired
  • Veteran Specific
  • Multiple Centers
  • Accreditations

    CARF

    The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.

    Conditions and Issues Treated

    Opioids are a series of medicines that are used for pain relief. Opioid addiction refers to the compulsive pursuit of opioids, even though they are not medically needed. Medication-assisted therapy at First Step of Sarasota - North Washington Boulevard in Sarasota, FL requires care in which both medications, medication, and behavioral treatments are used.

    Substance use disorder falls under two categories: Alcohol or Drug Abuse and Drug Dependence. An individual suffering from a substance use disorder and mental health disorders is said to have a co-occurring disorder or a dual disorder.

    Individuals with substance use disorders and mental health problems are said to suffer from a ‘dual diagnosis’. The most frequently identified mental health issues found in individuals with substance use disorders include anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder.

    Levels of Care Offered at First Step of Sarasota - North Washington Boulevard

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Inpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    Inpatient treatment for addiction is generally not as scary as it might sound. It is a way to find recovery while being in a supportive and controlled environment. The duration of treatment at First Step of Sarasota - North Washington Boulevard in Sarasota can be different based on each individual. Many can leave after 28 days; some may stay a few months, and others may stay six months or longer.

    Therapies & Programs

    Individual professional counseling or individual therapy refers to the one-on-one interaction between a patient and his or her counselor at First Step of Sarasota - North Washington Boulevard in Sarasota, Florida. Individual therapy allows for more privacy, one that group interactions can’t provide. It makes it easier for the counselor and the patient to deal with the central issues, which are likely the culprits of substance addiction.

    Group therapy is an important tool in recovery. Finding a peer group in Sarasota, FL and others who relate to your situation is a fundamental tool for recovery at First Step of Sarasota - North Washington Boulevard. Addiction tends to lead to isolation and feelings of uniqueness. The accountability and friendship that is found in group therapy can be more effective than any single other treatment approach. This is generally introduced early in recovery and is recommended as a lifetime treatment habit.

    Trauma therapy is a way of addressing trauma while in a safe situation in order to heal. This may involve First Step of Sarasota - North Washington Boulevard managing individual or group counseling or both. Other forms of therapy have been proven to assist in healing past traumas.

    Payment Options Accepted

    For specific insurance or payment methods please contact us.
  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
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    Additional Details

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    First Step of Sarasota - North Washington Boulevard Location and Directions
    Address Information4613 N Washington Blvd
    Sarasota, Florida 34234 Phone Number+1 855-349-5988 Meta DetailsUpdated April 15, 2024
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    Sarasota, Florida Addiction Information

    Florida is one of the nation's epicenters for substance abuse and drug-related overdoses. In 2014, around 410,000 Florida residents were addicted to drugs and alcohol. Over the last 10 years, 12% of all deaths in the state were attributed to substance abuse. Treatment admissions for alcohol reached 24,329 patients in 2016, and 2.5% of Florida high school students admitted to using crack cocaine.

    The drug addiction problem in Sarasota, Florida, is relatively mild compared to other parts of the country. However, there has been a steady increase in drug-related deaths in the area over the past few years. In 2016, there were an estimated 549,000 people aged 12 or older who had an addiction to illicit drugs. Some treatment programs in Sarasota focus on medication-assisted treatment, while others offer holistic or alternative treatments.

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