Florida Palms Academy

5925 McKinley Street
Hollywood, FL 33021

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About Florida Palms Academy

Florida Palms Academy is located in Hollywood, Florida. The organization is a statewide inpatient psychiatric program. They serve children and adolescents who are between the ages of 6-14 years old. They do accept insurance including Medicaid. If your child is not covered or eligible through Medicaid, the State of Florida will provide funding so that your child may attend treatment.

They’re able to accommodate 38 children at a time. The length of the program will depend on your child’s treatment plan but it can be anywhere from four to six months. The bedrooms are designed with two beds, with the exception four bedrooms that have one bed. If you would like your child to attend, they require a recommendation from a psychiatrist or psychologist.

I do like that regardless of the individual treatment plan, your child will always be involved in some sort of therapy. Individual therapy will be required to attend at least once a week. The session is with a master’s level clinician. They will also review your child’s treatment plan monthly. Group therapy will be attended once a month. Family therapy is required to be attended. The sessions are scheduled weekly and address issues within the family.

They do offer substance use treatment. The counselors will conduct an assessment and screening to make sure substance use counseling is needed. If they determine that your child needs substance use counseling, then they will be provided with weekly counseling.

When it comes to discharge planning, I like that the parent is involved. The therapist will work with the child and parents to set goals that are realistic.

Latest Reviews

Calisa
4 months ago on Google
5
It's calisa in 2024 i went there years ago and stayed 10 months I am absolutely doing so much better I loved how yall were there and how it doesent feel like jail and yall care about our mental health I'm now 16 and would recommend my own kid there if needed ms.Gina the owner you were the best you understood me and would listen to my side of the story and helped me get on good stars and would calm me down. I hope yall still do the star thing because that was a big motivation for me I am so thankful that even though I ran away and was on a yellow star you still let me go outside and do the Halloween thing outside. I wish I could come back but im 16 and yall don't take this age I want to see everyone again and I miss you guys.
Max
6 months ago on Google
1
Lizzy :o
9 months ago on Google
1
whatever you do. do not send your kid here. they don t care about your child one bit all they care about is the paycheck. i was here for 6 months in 2019. i was 10 and had my 11th birthday in there. about a month before i was discharged i was picked up and body slammed into the hard floors of the bedrooms because i wouldn t cooperate so they restrained me. secondly some of the staff members would shame the other kids or talk behind their backs. the therapy doesn t help one bit. i came out worse then u was before. i got in trouble with juvie and was on probation till mid 2022 when i finally got the right help i needed. especially if your child is young do not send them here they will be away for a long time and i am not entirely sure if you can pull them out mid program. i begged my mom to but she said she couldn t she wasn t allowed. the only staff member i really liked was Ms Melissa and Mr Dyarl (im sorry if i spelt your name wrong) they were my two favorite nurses. and one other staff member named ms tamekia i loved her sm. i m doing a lot better ever since i got the real help i needed though. just whatever you do dont send your kid here.

Location

Accepted Insurance

Florida Palms Academy works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox
The first step of the recovery process involves the removal of all drugs and alcohol from your system while under 24/7 medical supervision. Known as a medically assisted detox, you are closely monitored by medical staff who can provide medications, if necessary, to help alleviate any potential withdrawal symptoms. Medical detox is usually followed by a period of inpatient addiction treatment.

Treatments

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Programs

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Teen Program
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
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Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
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Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
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Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
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Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
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Child Program
The providers who specialize in the children's rehab space understand the specialized needs that this population faces. School-based and social services such as tutoring and family counseling are often central to treatment. Child programs may also address the needs of youth experiencing substance abuse in the home, including a parent's or sibling's addiction.
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HIV/AIDS Program
HIV/AIDS programs support disease prevention and management in high-risk individuals in recovery. Individuals who engage in intravenous drug use and other addictive behaviors are at a higher risk of becoming infected with HIV. Rehab centers that specialize in treating this population typically have a high number of nurses, physicians, and psychiatrists on staff who can make sure both their medical and mental health needs are met.
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LGBTQ Program
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

Amenities

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  • wilderness iconWilderness Setting

Contact Information

Phone icon (954) 963-0991
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5925 McKinley Street
Hollywood, FL 33021

Fact checked and written by:
Jenise Alvarez
Edited by:
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Calisa
4 months ago
5

It's calisa in 2024 i went there years ago and stayed 10 months I am absolutely doing so much better I loved how yall were there and how it doesent feel like jail and yall care about our mental health I'm now 16 and would recommend my own kid there if needed ms.Gina the owner you were the best you understood me and would listen to my side of the story and helped me get on good stars and would calm me down. I hope yall still do the star thing because that was a big motivation for me I am so thankful that even though I ran away and was on a yellow star you still let me go outside and do the Halloween thing outside. I wish I could come back but im 16 and yall don't take this age I want to see everyone again and I miss you guys.

Max
6 months ago
1

Lizzy :o
9 months ago
1

whatever you do. do not send your kid here. they don t care about your child one bit all they care about is the paycheck. i was here for 6 months in 2019. i was 10 and had my 11th birthday in there. about a month before i was discharged i was picked up and body slammed into the hard floors of the bedrooms because i wouldn t cooperate so they restrained me. secondly some of the staff members would shame the other kids or talk behind their backs. the therapy doesn t help one bit. i came out worse then u was before. i got in trouble with juvie and was on probation till mid 2022 when i finally got the right help i needed. especially if your child is young do not send them here they will be away for a long time and i am not entirely sure if you can pull them out mid program. i begged my mom to but she said she couldn t she wasn t allowed. the only staff member i really liked was Ms Melissa and Mr Dyarl (im sorry if i spelt your name wrong) they were my two favorite nurses. and one other staff member named ms tamekia i loved her sm. i m doing a lot better ever since i got the real help i needed though. just whatever you do dont send your kid here.

Cole Hurley
11 months ago
1

I was there for almost 2 years and they don t treat you well any time a get would have a tantrum or get physical they would slam you to the ground and restrain you if I ever catch one of these staff members outside of there they will get what they deserve

Calisa Bell
1 year ago
5

OmG yes i finally can do this like ive been wanting to...i wanna thank averyone of the staff everyone in nursing and everyone else yes i did stay a while but i really did get better i can honetly say it changed me yes i had some issues there i mean allt but they really helped me threw everysingle one of my promplems i spent 10 months there and i went home looking back in the car with tears because i loved everyone there i really did get help and i recommend it to the highest oh my good ness MS.CARRIE if she is still there i miss her so so much she really helped me alot mr.amaul mr.tracy mr.james mr.e ms.stephinia ms.mary ms.gina i miss everyone and i want to tell yall im doing great and thank yall all so much i did get the help i didnt want to accept and yall helped me amd didnt give up on me yall didnt kick me out no matter what yall stuck and helped me i dont think im doing tbis review right so ill go now but whoever reads this tell everyone i said hi...bye

Carl Hernandez
1 year ago
4

I was a former resident there an it was pretty cool mr joe if you see this I m probably taller than you and I will never forget that back breaker u used to do

Carly Alvino
3 years ago
5

Florida palms academy has an amazing counselor Stephonia. If you are looking for help with your child Florida palms is definitely the way to go !

David Labounty
3 years ago
5

Florida palms academy helped my daughter a lot with lots of help and support from the staff and her therapist Ms.Stephonia L. I would definitely recommend FPA Ms. Stephonia is an exceptional therapist!

rose williams
4 years ago
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Wendy Diaz
5 years ago
5

Peter Miller
5 years ago
1

This place is a complete JOKE They do not deserve one star. They do not make progress with your child. They do not complete family therapy sessions as required. they are more concerned with children having outing and fun instead of actually helping the child to become a better person. They discharge the children and lie and say it is because insurance don't want to pay. They never have the child ready for pick or for visits. Therapist talks and deals with child when it is convenient for them. Do not send your child to Florida Palms your child will be worse off than before they went. They do not disclose everything that happens to your child in the discharge summary. They cover for one another. WORST PLACE EVER!!!!!!!!! YOU WILL REGRET SENDING YOUR CHILD HEAR FOR TREATMENT

Aegina Adrien
5 years ago
5

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