Recovery starts with a safe place to stop and a team that knows what to do next. For people in Fort Myers, dual diagnosis treatment offers both, with staff available day and night.
If you're unsure whether you need residential care, detox or something else, that's a normal place to start. A short, confidential call can point you in the right direction.
Programs offering dual diagnosis treatment near Fort Myers
Within 25 miles of Fort Myers there are 18 dual diagnosis programs. The nearest program is about under 1 mile away, and 80 are within 100 miles.
Celadon Recovery Center
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableSalusCare – Vince Smith Campus
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisFlorida Treatment for Change
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisSalusCare – Transitional Living Center (TLC)
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisWhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab – Fort Myers
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableCharlotte Behavioral Healthcare Inc
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableValiant Recovery
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableDavid Lawrence Center – Outpatient/Residential and Detox
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableAxiom Behavioral Health
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisOasis Recovery Center
Addiction treatment centerDual diagnosisWhat dual diagnosis treatment involves
Co-occurring disorders are common: many people in addiction treatment also live with a mental health condition. Integrated dual diagnosis programs look at both from day one rather than sending you to separate providers.
If you have been treated for one condition while the other was ignored, a dual diagnosis program may be the missing piece.
What to expect
- Individual therapy with smaller caseloads
- Psychiatric care and medication management where needed
- A thorough intake that looks at mental health and substance use
- Specialized tracks such as trauma, executive or holistic care
Recovery resources in Fort Myers
Lee County uses a tiered receiving system with multiple entry points rather than a single central receiving center, and the county has no locked adult Marchman Act facility.
A spouse, relative, guardian, service provider, or three adults with firsthand knowledge can petition for Marchman Act treatment, and the petition must be filed in the county where the person currently is; the Lee County Clerk explains the process.
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Getting help in Lee County
If a loved one refuses help and is a danger to themselves or others, Florida's Marchman Act lets families ask the court for involuntary assessment and treatment. Petitions for Fort Myers residents are filed in Lee County; see how to file a Marchman Act in Lee County.
Publicly funded substance use services in Lee County are coordinated by Central Florida Behavioral Health Network, the behavioral health managing entity that contracts with the Florida Department of Children and Families for the region.
Free, confidential help finding dual diagnosis treatment for Fort Myers residents and families. Available 24/7.
Call (866) 649-0814Other treatment options in Fort Myers
Dual Diagnosis Treatment in nearby cities
- Whiskey Creek (5 miles)
- Gateway (6 miles)
- McGregor (7 miles)
- Cypress Lake (7 miles)
- North Fort Myers (7 miles)
- Fort Myers Shores (9 miles)
- San Carlos Park (10 miles)
- Cape Coral (10 miles)
Frequently asked questions
Can someone from another state come to Fort Myers for treatment?
Yes. Florida programs regularly admit people from other states. Many out-of-state commercial plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield plans through the BlueCard program, can be used at in-network Florida providers. Verify benefits first.
What should I bring to residential rehab?
Bring a photo ID, insurance card, a list of current medications, comfortable clothing for about a week and basic toiletries. Most programs share a packing list and restrict items like alcohol-based products and outside medications.
What conditions does dual diagnosis treatment cover?
Common pairings include addiction with depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder or ADHD. Programs assess both at intake and treat them together.
Do dual diagnosis programs prescribe medication?
Yes. Residential dual diagnosis programs include psychiatric providers who can prescribe and manage medications for mental health conditions.
Fort Myers ZIP codes served: 33900, 33901, 33902, 33905, 33906, 33907, 33908, 33911, 33912, 33913, 33916, 33919, 33965, 33966, 33967, 33994
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