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Residential · Ocklawaha, FL

Refuge A Healing Place

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Partial Hospitalization (PHP) Outpatient Program
Address
14835 SE 85th Street
Ocklawaha, FL 32179
Accredited by
CARF
Admissions
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About

About Refuge A Healing Place

The Refuge, A Healing Place is a leading national residential treatment center located on 90+ acres of pristine national forest in Ocklawaha, Florida. The program specializes in treating adults who are confronting trauma, PTSD, eating disorders, addiction, depression, and co-occurring mental health concerns through a deliberately trauma-focused clinical lens. The Refuge’s premise is straightforward: addictive and disordered behaviors are most often coping responses to underlying trauma, and durable recovery requires working with the trauma itself rather than around it.

The continuum on campus is unusually full. Medical Detox handles supervised withdrawal management, then clients can step into Residential Treatment, the dedicated Trauma/PTSD Program, the Eating Disorder Program (housed at the 16-bed standalone Oak House), Partial Hospitalization, and Outpatient programming. A Virtual Intensive Outpatient option extends care beyond on-campus stays for clients ready to step down. The Service Resiliency Unit (SRU) is a dedicated track for military service members and first responders, addressing the specific trauma profiles common in those populations alongside addiction or mental health concerns.

Clinical work is centered on trauma-focused treatment using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, 12-Step ideology, individual and group counseling, and supportive peer engagement. The 90-acre Ocala National Forest setting is intentional: clinicians frame the external calm of the forest as a way to access internal calm during the difficult work of trauma processing.

Two important payer notes: per the program’s own statements, The Refuge does not accept Medicare or Medicaid at this time. Coverage is structured around private insurance and self-pay/cash. CARF accreditation is in place, and the program operates under Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Level 2 screening standards. For clients with private commercial insurance who are confronting trauma, eating disorders, or co-occurring conditions, The Refuge is positioned as a national-tier specialty option set in a uniquely restorative natural environment.

  • 24/7 medical detox supervision on 90+ acres within Ocala National Forest for complete isolation during withdrawal
  • CARF-accredited facility specializing in veterans, first responders, and trauma-related substance abuse cases
  • Extended residential programs from 30 days to one year for complex detox and co-occurring disorders
  • Dedicated 16-bed eating disorder treatment program (Oak House) alongside addiction detox services
  • Integrated medical detox and mental health treatment for PTSD, depression, and dual diagnosis patients

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Partial Hospitalization (PHP) Outpatient Program Virtual Intensive Outpatient
Conditions
PTSD Trauma Substance Use Disorder Eating Disorders Depression Anxiety Mood Disorders Co-Occurring Disorders Process Addictions
Methods
Trauma-Focused Treatment Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) 12-Step Ideology Individual Counseling Group Counseling
Populations
Adults Veterans Military First Responders Trauma / PTSD Survivors Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis
Languages
English
Facility
90+ Acres Of Pristine National Forest Located In Ocala National Forest The Oak House - 16-bed Standalone Eating Disorder Treatment Program

Location

Where it is

14835 SE 85th Street, Ocklawaha, FL 32179 Get directions

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Medical Detox Programs and Withdrawal Management

Refuge A Healing Place provides medically supervised detox programs with round-the-clock medical monitoring for alcohol withdrawal, opioid detox, and other substance abuse cases. The facility's medical detox protocols are designed to safely manage withdrawal symptoms while addressing co-occurring mental health disorders that commonly complicate the detox process.

Their medical team oversees withdrawal management for patients requiring extended residential care, with programs ranging from 30 days to one full year. This extended timeframe allows for comprehensive treatment of complex cases involving trauma, PTSD, and dual diagnosis conditions that require longer stabilization periods following initial detox.

Specialized Care for Veterans and First Responders

The center specifically treats veterans, active military personnel, and first responders who often present with complex trauma-related substance abuse requiring specialized detox protocols. Their clinical staff understands the unique challenges faced by these populations, including service-related PTSD and trauma that can complicate standard withdrawal management approaches.

Located within the protected environment of Ocala National Forest, the facility provides isolation from external stressors during the vulnerable detox period. This setting particularly benefits first responders and military personnel who may face occupational triggers in urban treatment environments.

Integrated Mental Health and Addiction Treatment

Refuge A Healing Place addresses co-occurring disorders through integrated programming that treats addiction alongside mental health conditions during the detox process. Their approach recognizes that many patients requiring medical detox also struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or other psychiatric conditions that can impact withdrawal management.

The facility's dual diagnosis treatment begins during medical detox and continues through residential care, partial hospitalization, and outpatient programs. This continuum ensures patients receive appropriate psychiatric support throughout their withdrawal and early recovery phases.

CARF Accreditation and Insurance Coverage

The facility maintains CARF accreditation, demonstrating compliance with recognized standards for addiction treatment and medical detox services. This accreditation provides assurance that their detox programs meet established clinical protocols and safety standards for withdrawal management.

Refuge A Healing Place accepts private insurance and self-pay arrangements for their medical detox and residential programs. However, Medicare and Medicaid are not currently accepted payment methods, which patients should verify before admission to ensure coverage for their detox and treatment needs.

After Care

Continuing support

Relapse Prevention Program

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options
Private Insurance Self-Pay / Cash
Accreditations
CARF
Note

Unfortunately, we do not take Medicare or Medicaid at this time

Common questions

FAQs About Refuge A Healing Place

What types of medical detox does Refuge A Healing Place provide? +
The facility offers medically supervised detox for alcohol, opioids, and other substances with 24/7 medical monitoring. Their detox protocols are designed for adults with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders requiring extended residential care.
How long are the detox programs at Refuge A Healing Place? +
The facility provides extended treatment programs ranging from 30 days to one full year. This allows for comprehensive medical detox followed by continued residential treatment for complex cases involving trauma and dual diagnosis conditions.
Does Refuge A Healing Place specialize in treating veterans needing detox? +
Yes, the facility specifically serves veterans, military personnel, and first responders requiring medical detox. They understand the unique challenges of service-related trauma and PTSD that can complicate withdrawal management and addiction treatment.
What insurance does Refuge A Healing Place accept for detox services? +
The facility accepts private insurance and self-pay arrangements for medical detox and residential treatment. Medicare and Medicaid are not currently accepted, so patients should verify coverage before admission.
Is Refuge A Healing Place accredited for medical detox services? +
Yes, the facility maintains CARF accreditation, which demonstrates compliance with recognized standards for addiction treatment and medical detox protocols. This accreditation ensures their withdrawal management programs meet established clinical safety standards.
Where is Refuge A Healing Place located for detox treatment? +
The facility is located in Ocklawaha, Florida, within Marion County on 90+ acres of Ocala National Forest. This isolated setting provides a controlled environment away from urban triggers during the medical detox process.
Does Refuge A Healing Place treat co-occurring disorders during detox? +
Yes, the facility specializes in dual diagnosis treatment, addressing both addiction and mental health conditions like PTSD, depression, and trauma during medical detox. Their integrated approach continues through all levels of care from detox to outpatient programs.
What withdrawal management protocols does Refuge A Healing Place use? +
The facility provides 24-hour medical supervision during withdrawal with protocols designed for complex cases requiring extended stabilization. Their medical team manages withdrawal symptoms while simultaneously treating underlying mental health disorders that can complicate detox.

Services

Programs and specialties

Treatment type
Hospital inpatient Residential treatment Inpatient medical detox and stabilization Hospital inpatient treatment Residential detoxification Short-term residential Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Opioid Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Routinely uses medication for detoxification
Payment
Cash or self-payment IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds Military insurance (e.g. TRICARE)
Specialty
Mental health counseling for co-occurring disorders Group therapy Family therapy Marital/couples counseling Addiction recovery education Adolescents and young adults Adult men Gay & Lesbian
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