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Location
14835 SE 85th Street Road, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
Phone
352-288-3333Primary Focus
Treatment Settings
Treatment Approaches
Special Programs
About Refuge A Healing Place
Refuge A Healing Place provides comprehensive addiction treatment and trauma recovery in Florida's Ocala National Forest. This CARF-accredited recovery center specializes in treating veterans, first responders, and adults with co-occurring disorders through medical detox, residential treatment, and outpatient programs.
Refuge A Healing Place operates a specialized addiction treatment and trauma recovery center on 90+ acres within Florida's Ocala National Forest. Located in Ocklawaha, this residential treatment facility combines medical detox, residential care, partial hospitalization (PHP), and outpatient programs to serve the recovery community across Marion County.
The recovery center offers a full continuum of care starting with medical detox and extending through residential treatment programs lasting 30 days to one year. Their outpatient program and partial hospitalization services provide ongoing support for sustained recovery. The facility also houses The Oak House, a dedicated 16-bed program specifically designed for eating disorder treatment alongside substance abuse recovery.
Treatment approaches integrate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), 12-step ideology, individual counseling, and group counseling sessions. The center addresses addiction, PTSD, trauma, depression, mood disorders, and co-occurring disorders through specialized programming. Their relapse prevention program forms a core component of aftercare support, helping clients maintain long-term sobriety.
This CARF-accredited facility primarily serves veterans, military personnel, first responders, and adults dealing with trauma and dual diagnosis conditions. The secluded forest setting provides a therapeutic environment removed from urban distractions, while accepting private insurance and self-pay options. The specialized focus on trauma-informed care and extended treatment options make Refuge A Healing Place particularly suited for individuals requiring intensive, long-term recovery support.
Medical Detox and Residential Treatment Programs
Refuge A Healing Place begins the recovery process with medical detox services, providing safe withdrawal management in their forest setting. The residential treatment program extends from 30 days to one year, allowing clients sufficient time to address underlying trauma and develop sustainable recovery skills.
The recovery center's residential program integrates daily individual counseling, group therapy sessions, and structured programming designed around cognitive behavioral therapy principles. This extended timeframe enables deeper therapeutic work, particularly important for veterans and first responders processing occupational trauma alongside substance abuse issues.
Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization Services
The facility's outpatient program and partial hospitalization (PHP) services support clients transitioning from residential care or those requiring intensive treatment while maintaining work or family commitments. These programs maintain the same therapeutic approaches used in residential treatment, including CBT and 12-step integration.
Both outpatient levels of care address co-occurring disorders, providing specialized treatment for clients managing addiction alongside PTSD, depression, or other mental health conditions. The recovery center's relapse prevention programming forms a cornerstone of aftercare support, connecting clients with ongoing recovery community resources.
Specialized Population Focus
Veterans, active military, and first responders receive targeted treatment addressing the unique stressors and trauma exposure common to these professions. The recovery center understands how occupational stress can contribute to substance abuse and designs programming specifically for these populations.
Adults with co-occurring disorders benefit from dual diagnosis treatment that simultaneously addresses addiction and mental health conditions. The facility treats PTSD, trauma, eating disorders, depression, mood disorders, and process addictions through integrated therapeutic approaches rather than separate treatment tracks.
The Oak House Eating Disorder Program
The Oak House operates as a specialized 16-bed treatment program for eating disorders, often treating clients who also struggle with substance abuse. This dedicated facility within the larger campus provides focused care for anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and related conditions.
Clients in The Oak House receive the same access to addiction treatment services when needed, creating an integrated approach to treating co-occurring eating disorders and substance abuse. The program utilizes the same therapeutic methods as the main facility, including CBT and individual counseling adapted for eating disorder recovery.
Why Choose Refuge A Healing Place
- 90+ acre campus within Ocala National Forest providing secluded recovery environment
- Specialized treatment for veterans, military, and first responders with trauma-informed care
- Extended treatment programs ranging from 30 days to one year for comprehensive recovery
- Dedicated 16-bed eating disorder program (The Oak House) integrated with addiction treatment
- CARF accreditation ensuring quality standards for residential and outpatient services
Frequently Asked Questions
What levels of care does Refuge A Healing Place offer for addiction treatment?
The facility provides medical detox, residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), and outpatient programs. Treatment lengths range from 30 days to one year, allowing for extended recovery support based on individual needs.
Does this recovery center specialize in treating veterans and first responders?
Yes, Refuge A Healing Place specifically serves veterans, military personnel, and first responders. Their programs address occupational trauma and stress factors unique to these populations alongside substance abuse treatment.
What insurance options are accepted at this addiction treatment center?
The facility accepts private insurance and self-pay options. They do not currently accept Medicare or Medicaid for their residential treatment and outpatient programs.
What therapeutic approaches are used in their recovery programs?
Treatment incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), 12-step ideology, individual counseling, and group counseling. These methods address addiction, PTSD, trauma, depression, and co-occurring disorders through integrated programming.
What is The Oak House program at Refuge A Healing Place?
The Oak House is a dedicated 16-bed eating disorder treatment program located on the facility's campus. It provides specialized care for eating disorders and can integrate addiction treatment when clients have co-occurring substance abuse issues.
Does the facility offer aftercare support for long-term recovery?
Yes, Refuge A Healing Place provides relapse prevention programming as part of their aftercare support. This helps clients maintain sobriety and connect with ongoing recovery community resources after completing residential or outpatient treatment.
What makes the location in Ocala National Forest beneficial for recovery?
The 90+ acre campus within Florida's Ocala National Forest provides a secluded, therapeutic environment removed from urban distractions. This natural setting supports healing and allows clients to focus on recovery work without external stressors.
Can the facility treat co-occurring mental health and addiction issues?
Yes, the recovery center specializes in dual diagnosis treatment for adults with co-occurring disorders. They treat addiction alongside PTSD, trauma, depression, mood disorders, and other mental health conditions through integrated programming.
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