Recovery Brands, LLC
📍 307 SW 5th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
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Reviewers frequently praised the facility's focus on life skills, the 12-step model, and the dedication of the technical staff. However, others criticized the facility for perceived dishonesty, inadequate food allowances, and a lack of control by therapists over the client population. Opinions were divided on the quality of the accommodations and the level of medical care provided.
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| Treatment types | Substance Abuse Treatment |
| Program types | Inpatient, Outpatient Services, Intensive Outpatient, Residential Treatment |
| Services | Outpatient Services, Dual-Diagnosis Treatment, Behavioral Disorder Treatment |
| Setting | Residential Neighborhood, Beach Community, Private/Secluded |
| Gender | None |
| Age ranges | Adult Age |
| Insurance accepted | Private Insurance |
| Financing | Available |
<p><strong>ABOUT FORT LAUDERDALE ADDICTION TREATMENT CENTER</strong></p> <p>Fort Lauderdale Addiction Treatment Center (FLATC) provides a broad array of treatment options for individuals struggling with substance abuse and other compulsive behavioral disorders, such as gambling addictions. FLATC places an <strong>emphasis on physical fitness and individualized treatment</strong> through its <strong>residential and outpatient</strong> programs. </p> <p><a href="http://www.recovery.org/topics/dual-diagnosis-recovery/" target="_blank">Dual diagnosis treatment</a> and transportation to detox services are available. The facility also works with court officers to arrange alternatives for clients facing potential incarceration.</p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>Before beginning treatment, clients undergo a clinical assessment, from which an <strong>individualized treatment plan</strong> incorporating evidence-based modalities and holistic therapies is developed. </p> <p>Residents participate in <strong>weekly one-on-one psychiatric consultations</strong> and 30 hours of weekly treatment programming, which may include <strong>cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)</strong> and motivational interviewing (MI), group counseling, educational sessions, and family counseling.</p> <p>The rehab center also focuses on the <strong>12-step model of recovery</strong>, and clients attend daily 12-step meetings. To promote physical fitness and mental well-being, FLATC's recreational and holistic therapies include <strong>yoga sessions, meditation, once a week massages</strong>, and access to a gym five days a week. FLATC facilitates support groups for client families and alumni.</p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>Under the direction of a licensed psychotherapist, more than two dozen staff members include licensed counselors, social workers, master’s level therapists, registered nurses, and a psychiatrist. <strong>Therapists specialize in such practices as trauma treatment</strong> and sexually transmitted disease awareness. </p> <p>The facility’s director of spiritual development holds a law degree and is an ordained minister. Several staff members are in recovery as well.</p> <p><strong>ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES</strong></p> <p>Residents <strong>share rooms</strong> and cook most of their own meals. Transportation to FLATC is arranged by the facility, as well as to <strong>frequent off-site activities such as beach outings and weekly religious services</strong> for clients who choose to participate.</p> <p>The facility’s website features photographs of a beautiful, gated courtyard and gazebo, <strong>simple but bright and comfortable bedrooms, modern bathrooms</strong>, living spaces with plush furniture and large windows, and indoor and outdoor group meeting spaces. Smoking is allowed in designated areas and use of facility phones is scheduled. No personal electronic devices are permitted during treatment.</p> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>The seven alumni polled by Rehabs.com to date offered <strong>mixed opinions of the facility</strong>. The two alumni polled by Rehabs.com extensively offered highly contrasting opinions for the level of staff training and experience and the likelihood they'd recommend the facility, offering low one-star and perfect five-star ratings for these metrics, respectively. The satisfied alum wrote: "They teach clients life skills that are needed to re enter society without alcohol."</p> <p>Two alumni reviewers described a chaotic environment in which, one wrote, “Clients run [the] facility.” Two others characterized treatment materials and therapy sessions as repetitive. One anonymous alum reported that the program was not helpful while another seemed to agree, citing not enough one-on-one time with therapists as a weakness. Another claimed misleading marketing practices. </p> <p>However, alum Maggie wrote that she succeeded in treatment at the Fort Lauderdale rehab center after multiple attempts elsewhere because of the skills provided “to start working on a new way of life,” a sentiment repeated by another former client.</p> <p>John, shared complaints about several issues, including different treatment for clients depending on insurance coverage and the failure of FLATC to deliver on its marketing materials. However, he also noted that “most of the techs go above and beyond for the clients.”</p> <p><strong>WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY</strong></p> <p>The three loved one polled by Rehabs.com to date also offered mixed opinions. "Smaller facility enables each client to receive the utmost care and therapy... Wonderful caregivers," they wrote. Another relative wrote: “Our son credits his success with recovery to the FLATC program.” He characterized staff as responsive. </p> <p>A third highly critical parent however, questioned the integrity of the facility, claiming the facility "lied" to his son, causing him to leave. "Never heard of dishonesty going online in a rehab," the parent wrote. </p> <p><strong>WHAT STAFF SAY</strong></p> <p>The sole staff member polled by Rehabs.com supported alumni opinions concerning a lack of control on-site. When asked if they would reccomend the facility, the staff member wrote "There are better ones"</p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>The cost of inpatient treatment, according to information provided by the facility, is $15,000 per month. FLATC accepts private insurance and provides financial assistance to some qualifying clients.</p>
— Patrick Greeley · 2018-05-14 12:53:52 PDT
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