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35 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Recovery in Florida
Since 1991, Lifeskills South Florida has been a leader in providing comprehensive, evidence-based mental health and substance use disorder treatment for adults. Our multidisciplinary approach integrates medical, psychiatric, and psychological expertise to create personalized care plans tailored to each client's unique needs. With specialized programs for complex psychiatric conditions, dual diagnoses, and veterans, we offer a continuum of care ranging from residential treatment to outpatient services. Our team of doctoral-level clinicians and licensed professionals utilizes clinical pathways grounded in proven methodologies to address conditions like PTSD, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders. As a National Center of Clinical Excellence, we prioritize measurable outcomes, including significant reductions in self-harm and PTSD symptoms over the past four years.Our facilities in Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Deerfield Beach, and Delray Beach provide structured environments for recovery, supported by transitional housing options. We maintain a legacy of compassionate care through programs like Premier Diagnostic Insights, which combines medical and neuropsychological data for precise diagnoses and targeted treatment plans. Client testimonials highlight our community-based support systems and therapy sessions that empower individuals to manage mental health challenges effectively. Our commitment to innovation and clinical excellence ensures clients receive the most advanced, individualized care available in mental health treatment today.
Services
Residential Treatment
Outpatient Programs
Detox Services
DBT Therapy
Transitional Housing
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have provided evidence-based mental health treatment since 1991
- Our doctoral-led clinical pathways address complex psychiatric conditions
- Dually licensed to treat co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
- Specialized DBT programs for veterans with trauma and borderline personality disorder
- Proven outcomes with measurable reductions in PTSD and self-harm symptoms
What people say
Best decision I ever made
Turning point in my recovery
Learned to navigate life
Supportive community setting
Changed all expectations
Services
Residential Treatment
Our residential programs provide 24/7 structured care for adults with complex mental health conditions. Clients receive individualized treatment plans combining medical supervision, therapy sessions, and peer support in a secure environment. This intensive approach addresses severe psychiatric symptoms and substance use disorders through evidence-based practices.
Outpatient Programs
Intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs offer flexible care while maintaining daily routines. These programs include group therapy, medication management, and skill-building sessions for clients transitioning from residential care or requiring structured support without overnight stays.
Detox Services
Our medically supervised detoxification programs safely manage withdrawal symptoms for substance use disorders. Integrated with mental health treatment, this service provides round-the-clock monitoring and prepares clients for continued recovery through follow-up care planning.
DBT Therapy
Specialized dialectical behavior therapy programs target borderline personality disorder, trauma responses, and emotional regulation challenges. Veterans and civilians receive skills training in mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness through individual and group sessions.
Transitional Housing
Osceola Village transitional housing supports clients transitioning to independent living. This structured environment maintains recovery focus through peer accountability, continued therapy access, and life skills development while reintegrating into community life.
Questions
What mental health conditions do you treat?
We specialize in treating anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia, substance use disorders, borderline personality disorder, and co-occurring conditions through integrated programs.
Do you offer veteran-specific programs?
Yes, our DBT-focused programs address veterans' needs with trauma-informed care, high psychiatric acuity support, and specialized treatment through the Community Care Network.
What levels of care are available?
We provide detox services, residential treatment, intensive outpatient programs, partial hospitalization, and transitional housing options tailored to individual recovery needs.
How are treatment plans developed?
Our Premier Diagnostic Insights program combines medical, psychiatric, and neuropsychological assessments to create personalized treatment plans with targeted interventions for each client.
What makes your facility different?
As a National Center of Clinical Excellence, we combine 30+ years of experience with evidence-based practices and measurable outcomes that lead the industry in mental health recovery.
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