Transformations By The Gulf

7217 Gulf Blvd
#2
St Pete Beach, FL 33706

Transformations by the Gulf FL 33706

About Transformations By The Gulf

By the lovely waters of St. Pete Beach, Florida, you’ll find Transformations by the Gulf. This drug rehab center offers a variety of services in the form of both inpatient and outpatient care. If you’re looking to detox from drugs or alcohol, they also provide medication assisted treatment to help make the recovery process easier and safer for you. They utilize different modalities of treatment, some being very popular, such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy. So whether your addiction is severe and requires round the clock care or you just want something more flexible at the outpatient level, this clinic has a lot to offer. Their outpatient services also include a partial hospitalization program and an intensive outpatient program.

Some of their more interesting services, in my opinion, include boating therapy, acupuncture therapy and expressive art therapy. But don’t worry, they have the expected services too, like individual therapy, group counseling and family therapy. They also offer help with your nutritional habits as well as recreational therapy and trauma therapy.

Latest Reviews

Mark Curtis
4 months ago on Google
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kgdsr
8 months ago on Google
5
Excellent staff, program and accommodations!!!
Response from the owner7 months ago
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to have assisted you. Our exceptional team is indeed a blessing. Your feedback reinforces our passion for our work. We appreciate your time in sharing your thoughts.
S M
10 months ago on Google
5
Transformations gave me a safe place to heal with dignity and respect. The staff and counselors listen to clients and make sure clients know their needs matter. My life is better having gone to Transformations.
Response from the owner7 months ago
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to have assisted you. Our exceptional team is indeed a blessing. Your feedback reinforces our passion for our work. We appreciate your time in sharing your thoughts.

Location

Accepted Insurance

Transformations By The Gulf 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.

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
Instensive Outpatient programs are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs. Transformations by the Gulf offers IOP, operating three days a week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am – 12pm. Those who enroll in the IOP program will participate in three hours of structured groups and also have the option of receiving individual counseling sessions with a Master’s level clinician. They have a small client to counselor ratio, thus enhancing the individualization of the program.
inpatient iconInpatient
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. Transformations by the Gulf's residential treatment programs offer a home-like and safe environment for addiction recovery. Residents spend the duration of their addiction treatment program with 24/7 access to addiction specialists and medical professionals.
24-hour icon24-Hour Clinical Care
At certain points in the recovery process, it's important to have support available 24/7. 24-hour clinical care offers a safe environment in which to recover from drug or alcohol addiction in peace, knowing medical detox and other treatment will happen with professionals on hand.
medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox
Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.
partial-hospitalization iconPartial Hospitalization Program
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a short-term form of intensive rehab, usually for those with acute symptoms that are hard to manage but don't require 24-hour care. PHPs have structured programming (i.e. individual and/or group therapy), and usually meet 3-5 days a week for ~ 6 hours (i.e. 9am-3m). Some PHPs are residential (patients sleep on site) and some are not, so patients sleep at home. PHPs can last from 1-6 months, and some offer transportation and meals. For those who require a more structured recovery experience, Transformations by the Gulf offers PHP with separate housing for men and women which is walking distance to the beach. Individuals who choose to enroll in the PHP program reside in their beautiful and tranquil community treatment housing while participating in structured addiction treatment groups and adjunct therapies.

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.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

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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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.
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Postpartum Program
The postpartum period is a sensitive time, especially for women in addiction recovery. Rehabs with specialized programs for new mothers will offer compassionate, personalized care to meet each client's needs as they transition from pregnancy to this season of life. Care teams may include obstetricians, pediatricians, and social workers working collaboratively to give women, children, and families a healthy future.
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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.

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.

Dialectical behavior therapy in Florida consists of individual therapy and group instruction. This structured program is a form of psychotherapy that incorporates the development of skills for managing emotions and relationships.

At Transformations By The Gulf Florida Drug Rehab and Substance Abuse Center, they offer a wide range of group therapy sessions facilitated by their highly skilled clinicians. These gender-specific sessions include dynamic processing groups, where clients receive feedback and support from their peers as well as licensed therapists. Their groups focus on topics such as: Relapse Prevention , Emotional Coping, Stress Reduction, Interpersonal Relationships, Family Roles/Issues, Self-Esteem, Communication Skill and Boundary Setting, Sexuality and Intimacy, Co-dependency, and Anger Management.

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.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.

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.

During couples therapy in Florida, your therapist will take steps to get to know you, help you identify feelings, explore the past, develop solutions, and help you learn skills to manage relationship challenges. This process will allow you to work through conflict and strengthen your relationship.

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.

Substance abuse creates biochemical imbalances in your body and brain. By implementing dietary changes, you can restore that balance. This is the goal of nutrition therapy in Florida. You'll gain an understanding of what nutrients your body needs and learn best self care practices.

Recreational therapy helps you recover from addiction by giving you structured activities that promote your physical health and mental well being. These activities could range from sports and fitness to creative arts and provide a constructive outlet for your emotions and stress.

Creativity is inherently healing, and can help those in recovery express thoughts or feelings they might not otherwise be able to. Creative arts therapy can include music, poetry/writing, painting, sculpting, dance, theater, sandplay, and more. Unlike traditional art, the final product matters far less than the experience of creation and expression itself.

Amenities

  • private iconPrivate Setting
  • ocean iconOceanfront Views
  • luxury iconLuxury Accommodations
  • beach iconBeach Setting
  • spa2 iconYoga Studio
  • wifi iconWifi
  • recreation iconRecreation Room
  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms
  • pool iconSwimming Pool
  • meditation iconMeditation Room
  • art iconArt Activities
  • acupuncture iconAcupuncture Room

Accreditations

LegitScript has reviewed Transformations By The Gulf as part of their certification program, and has determined that it meets the LegitScript standards for legality, safety and transparency.

LegitScript verified in

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
Accreditation Number: 583911

Contact Information

Phone icon (727) 498-6498
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7217 Gulf Blvd
#2
St Pete Beach, FL 33706

Fact checked and written by:
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Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW

Reviews of Transformations By The Gulf

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4.7 (66 reviews)
Mark Curtis
4 months ago
1

kgdsr
8 months ago
5

Excellent staff, program and accommodations!!!

Response from the owner8 months ago
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to have assisted you. Our exceptional team is indeed a blessing. Your feedback reinforces our passion for our work. We appreciate your time in sharing your thoughts.
S M
10 months ago
5

Transformations gave me a safe place to heal with dignity and respect. The staff and counselors listen to clients and make sure clients know their needs matter. My life is better having gone to Transformations.

Response from the owner8 months ago
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to have assisted you. Our exceptional team is indeed a blessing. Your feedback reinforces our passion for our work. We appreciate your time in sharing your thoughts.
Alicia Fleer
1 year ago
5

This was my first time in treatment. It was the BEST experience of my entire life!! The staff, the counselors, the women s house (gorgeous) and the house-mother, Karen, was beyond exceptional! The counselors/ therapists are THEE BEST! And Jay, our AA connection/driver is absolutely the most wonderful person you ll ever meet. So kind and so incredibly CARING. I couldn t praise Transformations more! Stellar on every level! I highly, highly recommend. And, just 2 short blocks to the beach!

Response from the owner1 year ago
Thanks Alicia for your review. Thanks for the nice words
Tyler Hagaman
1 year ago
5

Amazing experience this place changed my life and give you all the tools you need to succeed and you can continue going back for a alumni meetings after you have left! This is the best treatment center I have ever gone too the staff is amazing Karen is a great woman, and the people who have left bad reviews definitely didn t apply themselves and expect the facility to let them do whatever they want and think they can just sleep all day at the end of the day it s a structured treatment center where you go to get sober it s not a vacation but it is most definitely the best treatment center out there therapists are great especially Scott they prepare you for life on the outside and do many therapeutic activities would recommend this place for anyone serious about recovery and a great place for your loved ones to heal and get better this place is an absolute game changer I know so many people who stayed sober finally long after they left if you want to be successful in the long term this place is the one for you! Huge difference between this place and other treatment centers, if you go here you will feel like it was worth every cent! Very happy with the results I am sober 5 months later and still go to the alumni meetings and still see the therapist I was working with there! If your on the fence about it trust me and all the other 5 star reviews, this place is a winner!

David Gnage
1 year ago
5

Transformations got me sober and changed my life! I was struggling with anxiety and drinking for 10 years. This was my first time in a rehabilitation center, and I consider myself so lucky that it was Transformations. Everyone is very friendly and actually cares about your recovery. I got the help that I needed to stop drinking, but I also got help about why I was drinking. I am over a year sober now, and I owe it all to Transformations. I still meet with my therapist from Transformations and I attend group meetings that I found while I was staying there. I highly recommend Transformations By The Gulf to anyone who is serious about getting help.

Pj F
1 year ago
5

The experience included both structure and freedom which created a nice and healing environment for me the counselors they have are great, I ve been sober/clean 1.1/2 now honestly I wish I found transformations along time. ago .They re super clean private apartments/rooms wonderful location and I can t think of a better place to get your life back on track anybody serious about sobriety check this place out before you waste your time in and out of other treatment centers.

Response from the owner2 years ago
We like structure and freedom. That what makes the world go around. We are happy for your healing in this battle. You got this!
Krystin Cappello
1 year ago
5

I can t thank Transformations enough for everything they have done for me. From the moment I walked in, Tammy and Taylor made me feel welcome, comfortable and at home. Throughout the weeks, I learned so much about addiction, recovery and myself. The entire staff is knowledgeable, patient and they genuinely care about each and every person there. They fully invest themselves in you and help guide you every step of the way. It truly feels like a family there. This program has helped me to change and grow into a better person and will forever be grateful for this experience.

Charles Cobb
1 year ago
5

Paeden Willoughby
1 year ago
5

I went to Transformations in 2021. I suffered from extreme alcoholism, and was in early stages of liver failure. This facility helped save my life. I had never spent more than a few days away from home before, but had absolutely no problem living here for a month. The owner is personable and caring. Mary is amazing and absolutely caring of every single client. Every single therapist is knowledgeable and loving. They truly care about you, and not only teach you how to cage the beast of a disease, but how to live and love life again. Julia was my therapist, and to this day I still use the tools that she taught me one one one. Randi was an absolute pleasure, and motivated us daily.The other staff is phenomenal as well. Jay is an excellent house manager, and really cares about our success as much as we did. To this day, he still sends me motivational texts. Ray was absolutely a delight as well, may he rest in peace.Living here for over a month was such a pleasure. The staff understood my past trauma, and had no problem giving me my own apartment. The cook there was absolutely out of this world, as well.All in all, the entire staff is amazing. The facility is amazing. And my experience was amazing. I even had the Nautilus shell tattooed on me so I never forget where I came from. On my 27th, I will be celebrating 18 months of sobriety.Thanks Transformations, for so many things but mostly for saving my life.

D T
1 year ago
5

Amazing facility. The therapist are so amazing. Huge shoutout to the best therapist ever Jackee. She went above and beyond to make me get to the root of my problems in addiction. She is a godsend to the recovery community and my recovery. b

jacqueline gabriele
1 year ago
5

Transformations by the Gulf is truly a breath of fresh air. The owners truly care for their clients, they radiate a desire to teach clients a new way of life. Treatment here extends beyond the group and individual therapeutic environment and clients are given the opportunity to begin experiencing life without the use of substances. There is a balance of mind, body, and spirit and special focus on treating each part of the person as a whole. I am grateful to be a part of this wonderful facility and highly recommend it to anyone searching for a new way of life!

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