Compassion Behavioral Health courtyard
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Drug Rehab in Fort Lauderdale, FL:
Mental health first, compassionate recovery

Compassion Behavioral Health provides trauma-informed, dual-diagnosis treatment in Fort Lauderdale that addresses the mental health driving substance use. Patients move through a coordinated continuum with the same care team for consistent support.

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How Compassion Behavioral Health Treats Drug Addiction in Fort Lauderdale

Your care begins with mental health, because symptoms like depression, anxiety, and PTSD often drive substance use. As a drug rehab Fort Lauderdale residents choose for dual-diagnosis, our clinicians tailor a plan around your history, goals, and safety needs. If withdrawal is a concern, we coordinate safe stabilization through our nearby medical detox in Hollywood. You will work with the same therapists and case managers across levels of care for true continuity.

Medical Detox Near Fort Lauderdale: Starting Stabilization in Hollywood, FL

Withdrawal is medically managed at our Hollywood location with 24/7 nursing oversight and physician-directed protocols. The focus is on safety, sleep restoration, hydration, and symptom relief. Once stabilized, most patients transition to Fort Lauderdale for therapy-forward treatment that addresses the reasons substances became a solution.

Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) in Fort Lauderdale: Where Recovery Deepens

PHP blends daily therapy, skills practice, and psychiatry with our empowerment-based leveling system. Progress unlocks additional responsibilities and, at Level 3, family therapy, therapeutic passes, and full programming privileges. Patients engage in CBT, DBT skills, EMDR when appropriate, neurofeedback, and non-mandatory 12-Step and SMART Recovery options.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) in Fort Lauderdale

IOP helps you practice stability while maintaining responsibilities at home or work. Groups reinforce relapse prevention, emotional regulation, and healthy routines, with individual therapy and psychiatry as needed. Care teams remain small, so your therapist knows your story and adapts your plan quickly.

How We Determine the Right Level of Care

1
Screening

Confidential phone screening with symptoms, substances, and psychiatric history assessment.

2
Benefits Verification

Benefits verified in writing so recommendations aren't shaped by insurance balances.

3
Clinical Assessment

Licensed clinician completes full biopsychosocial and ASAM-informed assessment.

4
Recommendation

PHP, IOP or OP recommended plainly, or referral if medical detox needed first.

5
Admission

Usually scheduled within 24 to 72 hours around your work and family schedule.

PHP & IOP seats open in Fort Lauderdale this week.

Substance-Specific Treatment at Our Fort Lauderdale Drug Rehab

Substance use shows up differently for every person, so your plan is individualized around co-occurring mental health needs. Explore our Fort Lauderdale drug treatment details and evidence-informed approaches rooted in trauma care. For substance information and risks, we reference the science summarized by NIDA Drugs A to Z. This is not one-size-fits-all drug rehab Fort Lauderdale patients receive plans that are as unique as their stories.

Treating Cocaine and Crack Addiction in Fort Lauderdale

Care targets cravings, sleep disruption, and mood swings while treating anxiety or trauma that often underlies stimulant use. Patients learn distress tolerance and cue-management skills with DBT and CBT. We pair therapy with structured routines, fitness, and accountability to rebuild daily stability.

Treating Heroin Addiction in Fort Lauderdale

Stabilization may include MAT, followed by intensive therapy to address grief, trauma, and shame cycles. Relapse prevention planning emphasizes triggers, relationships, and safe community supports. Family therapy helps rebuild trust and healthy boundaries at the right phase of care.

Treating Fentanyl Addiction in Fort Lauderdale

Our team prioritizes safety, overdose education, and careful medication management. Therapy focuses on reducing avoidance, processing trauma, and rebuilding hope. Patients practice practical recovery skills that fit real-world stressors.

When a Loved One Won't Accept Help: Drug Intervention Support in Fort Lauderdale

Families are part of the treatment team, not visitors. Our counselors can coordinate with professional interventionists and guide you through compassionate, structured conversations that emphasize safety and choice. Many families explore a therapeutic bridge to care through residential rehab in Fort Lauderdale when outpatient options have stalled. The Compassion Connections program offers biweekly Zoom education and a six-week curriculum to support loved ones.

Compassion Behavioral Health campus exterior

Mental Health Is at the Root: Dual-Diagnosis Drug Treatment in Fort Lauderdale

Addiction rarely stands alone; we assess for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other drivers from day one. Care includes CBT, DBT skills, EMDR when appropriate, neurofeedback, Mobile Fitness, Art and Music Therapy, and Canine Assisted Therapy (CAT) at residential. For complex medication decisions, psychiatrists may use GeneSight testing; when indicated, we refer to NeuroHealth in Fort Lauderdale for TMS or SPRAVATO evaluations. If residential stabilization is appropriate, our levels of residential care keep mental health central to every decision.

Not sure whether you need PHP or IOP?
An admissions counsellor, not a call centre, answers 24 hours a day.
(844) 999-0133

Using Insurance for Drug Detox and PHP in Fort Lauderdale

Our admissions team helps you verify benefits and estimate costs before you arrive. Many patients use commercial plans, and you can learn how to use BCBS Florida benefits for care. Because overdose risk remains high during transitions, we follow guidance consistent with CDC Overdose Prevention. Effective coordination helps remove financial barriers to drug rehab Fort Lauderdale families can access quickly.

The CBH Difference: Dual-Diagnosis Care From Detox Through PHP in Fort Lauderdale

We are accredited and outcomes-driven, with behavioral health accreditation by The Joint Commission, plus AHCA, DCF, NAMI, and PsychArmor training. Intimate caseloads mean clinical directors know every patient by name, and 633+ reviews reflect improvements in depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Veterans receive support from Spencer, our 21-year combat veteran, and we accept TRICARE East. Our philosophy is simple: make it a lapse, not a relapse, and keep moving forward with the same care team through drug rehab Fort Lauderdale depends on.

Group therapy session

Mental health first

Substance use is very often the symptom. Untreated depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD and severe anxiety are why relapse follows a technically successful detox, so psychiatric evaluation happens in the first days of admission here, not at week four.

"If you treat the drinking and ignore the trauma underneath it, you have bought the family six months."
Medical Director, Compassion Behavioral Health
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How to Get Started: Our Admissions Process

Step 1: Call

Speak with an admissions counsellor, not a call centre. Ten minutes, any hour of the day.

Step 2: Insurance

Benefits verified in writing, usually within the hour, at no cost and with no claim filed.

Step 3: Assessment

A licensed clinician completes a full assessment in person or by telehealth.

Step 4: Recommendation

PHP, IOP or OP, or an honest referral out if you need detox or residential care first.

Step 5: First Day

Orientation, a treatment plan written with you, and your first group the same day.

Not sure this is the right level of care?
A ten-minute clinical screening tells you plainly, even if the answer is somewhere else.
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Arturo
3 days ago
If I could give 10 stars I would! Once my girlfriend made the most important decision of her life, to surrender her struggle with alcohol and accept the reality of her problem and seek professional help, the second most important decision then became our priority, where to go for treatment. After countless hours of research, it was clear that Compassion Behavioral Health was the best place to go. Thank the Lord that we were right 🙌🏽! Their empathy and willingness to help from the second the admission process commenced was immeasurable! They made the process seamless and explained everything concisely and clearly. Sarah the therapist and Elena the case manager are angels doing the Lord’s work! They navigated such a difficult experience for her flawlessly and the results so far have been evident as they continue this journey alongside her. I highly recommend anyone who is struggling or a loved one looking for a solution for someone important to them to choose this facility.
Kimberly M.
3 days ago
Standing outside of Compassion Behavioral Health I did not want to be there. I was bitter and angry, frustrated and hated the idea of walking through those gates. I came to CBH residential treatment for mental health, substance use & medication stabilization care. Starting the minute I was greeted by T, I knew my experience was going to be phenomenal. She was kind and very helpful through the admissions process. All of the staff I interacted with have been caring, supportive and respectful. The group facilitators (Raquel, Jake, Carla, Kelly) are very knowledgeable and bring experience & diversity to the group sessions and made me feel welcome and safe to share and be open and honest. My case manager (Elena) has gone above and beyond proving top tier assistance with all of the needs I had while at CBH with FMLA and medical appointments ensuring everything was taken care of and I had no additional stress whatsoever. My therapist (Shauna) who always dresses to impress has been amazing at helping The techs (Sebastian, Lakeisha, Alisha, Cindy, Lashondra) are extremely kind and caring and go above and beyond to make sure the experience is as fulfilling as it can be. They always offered kind words when I was having a tough time. My time at CBH was extremely productive, valuable & helpful. I cannot thank the staff enough for their help & support during this difficult time in my life.
Shaw R.
2 weeks ago
I came here for mental health treatment and substance abuse .The bht’s specifically Lashonda Cindy, Bobbie ,Alexa, Sebastian and Alicia, clinical staff Elena are the best in the business there’s two therapist that made an impact here for me and helped me learn a lot about myself both in group and regular weekly sessions named Sarah and Shawna . I still have a long way to go but there’re amazing at encouragement, kindness and they see and hear you out help get things done too . I feel rejuvenated on to the next stop … php. I’m gonna miss all of them . -Jordan
BIGG D.
2 weeks ago
The staff was on top of all the diffrent task that had to be done on a daily schedual.They were a big help in my recovery.Clean living area and plenty to do even after the daily clases were done.Ask them and they would be as accommodating as possible.Thanks to everyone there. GOD BLESS THEM ALL.
joseph V.
3 weeks ago
I came to compassions for substance use. I rate staff, food, beds, all 10 out of 10. The therapist, case manager, and the techs made the biggest impact on me. I recommend this place for sure.

Insurance Coverage for Addiction and Mental Health Treatment in Fort Lauderdale

We are in-network with
Oscar Health Cigna BlueCross BlueShield Optum Curative AvMed UnitedHealthcare UMR< Aetna ValueOptions Beacon Health Options MultiPlan

*Most commercial insurance accepted. Each carrier links to its own coverage page.

Insurance Plans We Accept

In network with Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Optum and most commercial PPO plans.

Verify Your Benefits

Complete the form and we confirm coverage in writing, deductible, coinsurance and out-of-pocket maximum.

Self-Pay Options

Transparent rates and monthly payment plans for clients who prefer no insurance involvement.

Directions, Parking and Our South Florida Locations

Fort Lauderdale: PHP, IOP & Outpatient

1425 NW 62nd St, Suite 100, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(844) 999-0133

Hollywood: Addiction Treatment Center

1701 Mayo St, Hollywood, FL 33020
(888) 468-2515

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