Addiction Treatment for Tampa Residents - Alcohol & Drug Rehab

The Best Rehab for Alcohol & Drugs for Tampa Residents

Addiction is a unique and complex disease that, like other mental disorders, usually requires the intervention of a healthcare professional to properly manage. It is a chronic disease that often gets worse the longer it goes untreated. Thankfully, our addiction treatment center in South Florida has the type of clinical and holistic treatments that can dramatically improve a person’s life and help to stop the endless cycle of addiction.

What makes a rehab for alcohol and drug addiction the best at what they do? According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), there are several factors that contribute to the long-term success of substance use disorder treatment. 

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In NIDA’s Principals of effective treatment, a few of the important aspects that addiction treatment needs include assessing each person to establish their unique needs, treating addiction as a chronic, relapsing disease, providing medication where necessary, exploring the possibility of co-occurring mental disorders, and the use of evidence-based behavioral therapies among others.

At Legacy Healing Center’s addiction treatment center, we provide proven clinical strategies to treat addiction, including the principals suggested by NIDA. Another important part of effective treatment is addressing the multiple needs of a patient, not just their addiction. This whole-patient approach is what you’ll find at our addiction treatment center. Along with behavioral therapy, we help our patients with legal issues, their health, family dynamics, and their career.

Our addiction treatment center in South Florida, has also received the highest approval by the Joint Commission, the Gold Seal of Approval. The Joint Commission is a non-profit organization that accredits rehab centers that meet the high standards of care and treatment that rehabs need in order to successfully treat addiction.

Drug Rehab for Tampa Residents

Drug addiction is considered a mental disorder according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM-5). It is classified as a mental disorder because it changes the way the brain functions, like other mental disorders do. 

The fact that addiction is a mental disease and not just a series of bad choices means that it should be treated the same way as you would treat clinical depression or another mental disorder; through professional, evidence-based therapies and possible holistic approaches to treatment. 

Drug abuse affected an estimated 8.1 million people in 2018, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Among the substances that people most-frequently abused included marijuana, cocaine, meth, opioid pain relievers, heroin, and other stimulants. 

Our addiction treatment center has specialized treatment programs that are specifically designed to help people overcome an addiction to many of the most commonly abused drugs, such as opioids, cocaine, and meth among others. 

According to many years of research into how addiction is best treated, by various government and private organizations, the best behavioral therapies to treat addiction are cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational enhancement therapy (MET), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). Therefore, our clinical staff incorporates these therapies into our programs that treat drug abuse.

Due to the different needs that patients often have in treatment, we have several other therapies that we provide that can be highly successful when combined with other evidence-based therapies. These include family systems therapy, solution-focused therapy, holistic treatments, process therapy, and psychodynamic therapy.


At our addiction treatment center, our patients can expect to partake in our therapy programs through a combination of individual and group therapy. Furthermore, there is often a great benefit for our patients to bring their family in to be a part of the healing process. This serves to help the addict in their recovery, but it also helps to heal strained relationships and to renew family bonds.

Since addition cannot technically be cured, it requires that a person instead manages their condition over the long term. After the initial intensive treatment that helps to deal with the withdrawal symptoms from drug abuse, and the subsequent treatments that address problematic behavior and poor coping skills, the recovering addict must continue their recovery through 12-step programs and other aftercare services after rehab. Our addiction treatment center makes these aftercare programs available to each patient.

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Absolutely beautiful! Staff is so caring and welcoming. Highly recommend to anyone who is struggling and looking to heal. This is the place for you!

- Jacqueline C.

Legacy really changed my life for the better. I was down and out, my life in shambles and didn’t know what to do. Legacy showed me there was a light at the end of the tunnel and gave me the tools to get there. The staff at this facility are genuine and truly care and it shows.

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Alcohol Rehab for Tampa Residents

A lesser-known fact about alcohol is that it is considered to have the most negative effects overall out of all the drugs; more dangerous than meth, heroin, and other deadly drugs. It was ranked in a multicriteria analysis by The Lancet in 2010. 

Even though it is so dangerous, it’s still an accepted part of everyday life. While most people are able to drink moderately, some people form a dangerous habit around consuming heavy amounts of alcohol. Such abuse of alcohol on a regular basis can be catastrophic to a person’s life, and it can deeply affect people close to the person due to the behavioral changes, financial problems, and legal issues that often accompany an addiction to alcohol.

A severe addiction to alcohol can in fact, lead to death, too. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 88,000 people lose their lives in the United States each year as a result of alcohol abuse. However, alcohol addiction can be beaten through clinical programs at our addiction treatment center in South Florida.

If you or someone you love exhibits the signs of alcohol use disorder (alcoholism), then contact us to find out how we can help. The most common signs of alcohol use disorder include being unable to control how much or how long you drink for, experiencing withdrawal symptoms, a strong craving for alcohol, prioritizing alcohol use over other responsibilities, experiencing problems in your family and interpersonal relationships, developing a tolerance, and using alcohol in potentially dangerous situations. 

We have programs that are specifically designed to help with the treatment of alcohol addiction at our addiction treatment center. First, a patient is thoroughly assessed in order to formulate the best possible treatment plan. A safe medical detox then begins the treatment, followed by the crucial behavioral therapies, a recovery action plan, relapse prevention strategies, and holistic treatment programs. 

Alcohol abuse causes severe health issues; along with the potential health problems being addressed in our treatment programs, we also provide a wellness program to get the patient back on track with their physical health. Our wellness program includes exercise as well as valuable nutritional education in order to help their body heal from the damage that alcohol abuse caused.

By the end of our program for alcohol addiction, the recovering person will be ready to re-enter their life with the confidence they need to face problems that may have caused them to turn to alcohol in the past with new coping skills and improved behavioral responses. 

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Our individualized approach to addiction treatment allows us to help our patients by offering them treatment for their unique needs. We want our clients to have a desire for a healthy future and to thrive in their life once their addiction has been successfully managed. 

From the moment that you enter our doors, you will be met by our kind, compassionate staff that is ready to help you every step of the way toward your long-term recovery. 

At our addiction treatment center in South Florida, we believe in the four pillars of treatment: evidence-based behavioral therapy, a recovery action plan (RAP), wellness programs to improve physical and mental wellbeing, and a personal sober coach that will help you for your whole life. 

How Much Does Rehab Cost?

The cost of rehab varies greatly depending on exactly what services a person requires. One person may need an intensive 90-day program to treat a severe addiction while another person may only need a 30-day outpatient program to get the help they need. 

Costs also change depending on whether a person stays at our residential facility or is able to come into our rehab for their treatment while still staying at home. 

Since there are so many factors that can change to cost of rehab, including what your health insurance plan covers, the best way to discover what rehab will cost you is to contact us or come in for a no-obligation, free assessment to determine what services that will best help you. 

In an effort to make treatment accessible, we provide our clients with several financial options to help make treatment at our addiction treatment center more affordable. Financial options include the types of payments we accept and payment plans.

How Does Drug Detox Work?

One of the first obstacles that a drug addict must deal with when considering quitting drug abuse are the withdrawal symptoms that accompany a physical dependence to drugs. Many drugs can produce a physical dependence, such as prescription pain relievers, heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine among others. 

A physical dependence is the reason why withdrawal symptoms occur, but what is a physical dependence? 

Using opioids as an example – a drug that affects the opioid receptors and produces high quantities of the chemicals that produce euphoric sensations – we can understand why withdrawal symptoms happen. 

When a person abuses a drug such a heroin or prescription opioids, their body will begin to adjust to the ever-present drug in their system. Over time, they will develop a tolerance, which is a sign that the body has adjusted to the presence of the opioids, which requires them to consume the drug in higher quantities to achieve the same results as before. What often happens is that the body responds to the frequent use of opioids by lowering or even stopping its own production of the feel-good chemicals, but when the person stops using the drug, their body is still in this adjusted state. 


What follows are the withdrawal symptoms that are associated with opioid withdrawal, such as stomach cramps, depression, anxiety, and insomnia. Essentially, the body needs time to adjust back to normal function again where it’s not reliant on the presence of opioids in the system. This process tends to take no more than 6 days, and we have programs designed to treat the symptoms of withdrawal safely and comfortably. 

Our medical detox program for drug addiction is aimed at helping a patient work through their symptoms safely. We do so through the use of various FDA-approved medications that can significantly help to lessen the effects of withdrawal and make the experience far less harrowing. For example, symptoms of anxiety and agitation during opioid withdrawal can be treated through the use of Clonidine. 

A detox is by no means a cure for drug addiction because while a physical dependence may be a significant driving force behind repeated drug abuse, there tend to be underlying issues that led to the substance abuse in the first place, and these need to be addressed if the patient is to recover from addiction in the long term. 

How Does Alcohol Detox Work?

Perhaps the most dangerous of all substances to withdraw from is alcohol. It is one of the few physical addictions that can be fatal if it isn’t treated in a clinical setting, such as at our addiction treatment center in Florida. In fact, before stopping a severe addiction to alcohol, patients are often advised to wait until they are admitted into a detox program before stopping to avoid facing the sometimes-dangerous negative side effects. 

Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant. It affects the production of GABA, a neurotransmitter. The increase in GABA produces the common effects that alcohol gives you, such as the calming and relaxing effect that it has. However, a normal functioning body balances its GABA production with glutamate. Glutamate has the opposite effects of GABA, and when too much of it is in the system, it can cause various side effects such as insomnia, restlessness, fear, and high levels of anxiety. 

In an alcoholic, because alcohol is consumed every day, glutamate levels become high to counteract the high levels of GABA production. When the user then stops drinking, their body suddenly has much more glutamate than it needs to maintain balance and thereby produces the common side effects of alcohol withdrawal.

Alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS) is a serious medical condition that requires medical care in order to be able to manage the many symptoms safely. The common effects and symptoms of AWS include anxiety, insomnia, sweating, nausea, vomiting, headaches, and appetite loss. Agitation, restlessness, and irritability are also common.

Another of the symptoms of severe AWS is delirium tremens. These symptoms tend to occur in severe alcohol dependence cases, and are considered to be the most dangerous symptoms of AWS. It can produce profound symptoms such as fever, intense hallucinations and confusion, a fast heart rate, high blood pressure, seizures, and tremors. In some cases, delirium tremens can be fatal, which stresses the importance of finding professional help before trying to quit alcohol.

Through our detox program, a patient can be monitored around-the-clock, allowing for symptoms to be treated as they appear, and for the symptoms to be managed within safe limits. We make use of FDA-approved medication to help our clients with alcohol detox, such as benzodiazepines (benzos). This sedative helps to deal with severe symptoms such as anxiety and insomnia, and other severe symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. 

When detox is done in our clinical setting, the safety and comfort of the patient are assured, allowing them to transition from alcohol dependence to treatment in a manageable way. 

How Long is Rehab?

Rehab lengths can vary from person to person depending on the type of substance that they are addicted to, previous relapse, and their personal needs in treatment. We provide several treatment programs that can range from 30 to 90 days. 

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, effective treatment requires that the addict spend at least 90 days in treatment, however, this time can be spent through a combination of intensive inpatient treatment, outpatient treatment, and aftercare services. 



Effective addiction treatment is a long process, and some people may have to actively partake in aftercare programs for years to come, but research shows that the longer the person remains clean and sober, the easier it becomes to maintain that abstinence.  

Does My Insurance Have Coverage for Rehab?

Since addiction treatment has been recognized as a mental disease that requires treatment, if you have health insurance then it’s likely that you have some level of coverage for addiction treatment.

Private health insurance will have specific coverage for the various services that are needed during drug and alcohol addiction treatment, such as for the care given during detox. Further treatment after detox is also seen as important to the recovery of an addict, and therefore usually also has coverage, such as for outpatient programs. The level of coverage and the exact services that are covered depends on the health insurance plan that you have.

Medicare Part A and B provides coverage for crucial services required to treat addiction. In Part A, there is coverage for clinical treatment given in a healthcare facility. Part B covers services such as behavioral therapy in outpatient programs.

In order to determine what insurance coverage you might have, contact your insurance provider and confirm with them what your co-pays are, out-of-pocket expenses, the types of treatment services your plan covers, and exactly how they decide what is covered.

Attractions Near Tampa

Tampa has a wide array of sober-friendly attractions available. If you are planning to stay with us during your treatment, then you can expect to enjoy many of the things that Tampa has to offer tourists.

Tampa is home to many famous celebrities such as Tom Cruise, Stephen King, Derek Jeter, and Hulk Hogan. Local sporting teams include the likes of Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Rays, and Tampa Bay Lightning.


We suggest that during your free time between or after therapy and treatment services that you enjoy activities such as fishing charters, boat tours, ZooTampa, or Adventure Family Motorsports. Activities that keep you physically active can be very beneficial during recovery.

There are many fantastic restaurants to enjoy during your stay, such as Wright’s Gourmet House, American Social, La Terrazza Restaurant, Happy Fish, and Fresh Kitchen.

Of course, Tampa is home to magnificent beaches for all to enjoy. The stunning white sand and pleasant water temperature makes Tampa’s beaches a favorite attraction. Some of the most notable beaches include Clearwater Beach, Fort De Soto Park, St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island, and Sand Key Park.

When someone is in the grips of an addiction to drugs or alcohol, it’s easy for them to feel as if they are alone. The truth is that help is just a phone call away. Contact us today to find out how our addiction treatment center in South Florida can help you.

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