The Advocate Program

1399 NW 17th Avenue
2nd Floor
Miami, FL 33125

The Advocate Program Central Office FL 33125

About The Advocate Program

The Advocate Program is located in Miami, Florida and it provides behavioral health, substance abuse, and recovery services for adults. This includes court ordered substance use treatment and aftercare along with classes for domestic violence and anger management as well as parenting skills. They offer counseling services and behavioral health treatment from a staff of qualified mental health professionals who have advanced training in mental health, family and marriage therapy and social work. Staff at the program also have extensive experience in substance abuse treatment and individual and group psychotherapy. They have flexibility in scheduling to fit your needs.

Their Adult Behavioral Health Services program is licensed by the Department of Children and Families and the Florida Department of Corrections to treat substance abuse and aftercare. They also provide services for the United States Probation and Pretrial Services System.

The Advocate Program has clinical services such as substance abuse evaluations and mental health evaluations. They have regular outpatient counseling services and intensive outpatient services along with outpatient substance abuse treatment. These programs include individual and group counseling along with aftercare and recovery services. The Program also has case management for those who need it.

They offer these services on a sliding scale and have some funds available to cover costs for uninsured or underinsured patients who live in Miami-Dade County.

The Advocate Program also has some other programs like a Domestic Violence and Supervisions Unit and a Bridging Families and Communities (BFC) program that’s centered around supporting children in families with high conflict or domestic violence issues. There’s a program set up to help with Veteran housing here too.

One former patient here said the staff is responsible and helpful. Another said if you go there for help you’re in good hands.

Latest Reviews

itsaly
1 month ago on Google
2
If you get a counselor called Karla Gonzalez Do not even waste your time and ask to get another representative. She does not call back in a timely manner. She doesn t schedule calls she will call you randomly. And then when she feels petty, she will not answer her phone at all stop texting and just communicate through email. And even when you do get her to respond through email, it is the most vague instructions. She will ask you to send something in and then the next month will literally tell you hey you need to send in the right information by the end of today if not you re going back to court . Who needs enemies when you can have a counselor like her?One time I needed help signing up for something and I signed up for all the doctors around me and I couldn t get anybody to take my case. I called the advocate program thinking maybe they could get me with one of their doctors and give me the evaluation I needed and when the front desk lady asked my counselor if this is even what I need karla got annoyed and said I don t even need this at all, but to sign me up anyways.When the front Desk lady, tried to get back to karla about that weird request. Karla left her messages on read and stopped responding.So please, if you do get her just transfer yourself because she will just give you pure anxiety
Clarence Robinson
1 month ago on Google
3
Laura Capote
4 months ago on Google
5
Great people

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The Advocate Program works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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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.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) involve frequent and robust therapeutic sessions for clients requiring high-level care. Clients may engage in a combination of medication assisted treatment (MAT), addiction counseling, recovery skills training, and holistic therapies for a minimum of nine and a maximum of 20 hours per week. Intensive outpatient rehab is designed primarily for persons in early recovery, those exiting detox or inpatient care, and those at an elevated relapse risk.
heart-hands iconIntervention Services
If a person with a substance use disorder continually denies their problem or refuses to get treatment, a drug intervention in Florida may be necessary. Intervention services can help mediate the intervention by providing an addiction expert. This professional can de-escalate situations and facilitate a healthier discussion between the individual and their loved ones. Specialists can also help families handle issues they don't know how to navigate on their own.
24-hour icon24-Hour Clinical Care
24-hour clinical care in Florida is an essential part of treatment, particularly with medical detox. Withdrawal symptoms can be severe, and supervised detox provides around the clock access to medical professionals who can adminsiter proper medications and treatment to address these symptoms and step in should an emergency occur. This intensive clinical care will help curb the withdrawal effects, minimize substance dependence, and prepare you for the next step of treatment.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

Drug rehab in Florida provides quality treatment to help individuals overcome dependency related to a wide range of addictive substances. Programs address both the physical and mental aspects of addiction in order to help you make a full recovery.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Programs

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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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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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Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
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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.

Clinical Services

Therapists who apply cognitive behavioral therapy in Florida believe patient thoughts and behaviors are closely linked. They use this treatment method to help clients change their thought patterns so they can also change behaviors and break free from substance abuse.

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.

As a short term therapeutic method, motivational interviewing in Florida requires only a couple of sessions. During these sessions, you'll have the opportunity to talk about your circumstances and any discrepancies between your current situation and future goals. You'll then decide for yourself what changes you want to make.

Trauma therapy helps you work through the psychological impact that traumatic events have had on your life. Your therapist helps you identify the physical, emotional, and mental triggers and develop coping mechanisms. This helps rebuild a sense of safety and trust in yourself and others.

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.

Life skills are the core skills you need for daily success. They can include self care, stress management, daily routines, and emotion control. Rehab treatment includes the development of these skills so you have the tools you need for long term recovery.

Contact Information

Phone icon (305) 704-0200
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1399 NW 17th Avenue
2nd Floor
Miami, FL 33125

Edited by:
Anna Spooner

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3.6 (167 reviews)
itsaly
1 month ago
2

If you get a counselor called Karla Gonzalez Do not even waste your time and ask to get another representative. She does not call back in a timely manner. She doesn t schedule calls she will call you randomly. And then when she feels petty, she will not answer her phone at all stop texting and just communicate through email. And even when you do get her to respond through email, it is the most vague instructions. She will ask you to send something in and then the next month will literally tell you hey you need to send in the right information by the end of today if not you re going back to court . Who needs enemies when you can have a counselor like her?One time I needed help signing up for something and I signed up for all the doctors around me and I couldn t get anybody to take my case. I called the advocate program thinking maybe they could get me with one of their doctors and give me the evaluation I needed and when the front desk lady asked my counselor if this is even what I need karla got annoyed and said I don t even need this at all, but to sign me up anyways.When the front Desk lady, tried to get back to karla about that weird request. Karla left her messages on read and stopped responding.So please, if you do get her just transfer yourself because she will just give you pure anxiety

Clarence Robinson
1 month ago
3

Laura Capote
4 months ago
5

Great people

Oscar Perez
4 months ago
1

They serve you excellent

Joel salomon Ruiz gonzalez
5 months ago
5

Very good attention.

Roberto Campos
6 months ago
3

This place is a rehabilitation program for people who are sent to receive talks regarding halcoll and drug abuse. I had to bring a person to receive the service.

Harold Borjas
7 months ago
5

Eduardo Flores
9 months ago
5

It wasn't full and I was in and out.

Ivett Romo
9 months ago
5

Casper Jenson
9 months ago
1

I have been going for a while just to fix my license there was a day I go and they told me I had to do a 2 days only 2 hour's to get my certificate witch they were trying to charge me 360$ dollars witch I had the money that day thank God I never paid it they would of robbed me because the last time I went witch was on a November they told me I had nothing to do with them and I had to go back to court to fix my license witch I did fixed it not so long ago now I could go to the DMV but this people wasn't really professional if I could give y'all a zero star I would don't even deserve one star.

Eduardo Torres
10 months ago
5

Victor Hernandez
1 year ago
5

Excellent

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