Recovery starts with a safe place to stop and a team that knows what to do next. For people in Gateway, 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.
Where to find dual diagnosis treatment near Gateway
Within 25 miles of Gateway there are 18 dual diagnosis programs. The nearest program is about 5 miles away, and 85 are within 100 miles.
Celadon Recovery Center
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableSalusCare – Vince Smith Campus
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisWhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab – Fort Myers
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableFlorida Treatment for Change
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisSalusCare – Transitional Living Center (TLC)
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDavid Lawrence Center – Outpatient/Residential and Detox
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableCharlotte Behavioral Healthcare Inc
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableValiant Recovery
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableAxiom Behavioral Health
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisBlue Horizon Professional Group - Lehigh Acres
Applied behavior analysis therapistDual diagnosisAbout dual diagnosis treatment
Dual diagnosis treatment treats a substance use disorder and a mental health condition, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD or bipolar disorder, at the same time and by the same team. Treating only one usually leaves the other to pull you back.
Residential dual diagnosis programs include psychiatric care and medication management alongside addiction therapy.
What to expect
- A coordinated aftercare plan
- Psychiatric care and medication management where needed
- Specialized tracks such as trauma, executive or holistic care
- A thorough intake that looks at mental health and substance use
Local help and next steps
You can verify whether a Florida provider is licensed using DCF's Substance Use Disorder Licensing and Designation Search at https://sudprovidersearch.myflfamilies.com/, which DCF says is intended for licensing verification and transparency.
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 Gateway residents and families. Available 24/7.
Call (866) 649-0814Other treatment options in Gateway
Dual Diagnosis Treatment in nearby cities
- Fort Myers (6 miles)
- Tice (8 miles)
- Whiskey Creek (9 miles)
- Fort Myers Shores (9 miles)
- Cypress Lake (10 miles)
- McGregor (10 miles)
- Estero (11 miles)
- North Fort Myers (12 miles)
Frequently asked questions
Does insurance cover dual diagnosis treatment in Florida?
Most commercial health plans cover medically necessary addiction treatment, including residential and inpatient care, under federal parity rules. Coverage depends on your plan, network and medical necessity reviews, so it helps to verify benefits before admission.
What if my loved one won't go to treatment?
You can talk with a specialist about how to approach the conversation. In Florida, the Marchman Act also lets family members petition a court for involuntary assessment and treatment when someone has lost control of their substance use and is a danger to themselves or others. See our Marchman Act guide for Lee County.
Do dual diagnosis programs prescribe medication?
Yes. Residential dual diagnosis programs include psychiatric providers who can prescribe and manage medications for mental health conditions.
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.
See all treatment in Gateway, dual diagnosis treatment in Lee County or dual diagnosis treatment across Florida.