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Psychiatric Hospital with Substance Use Treatment · Orlando, Florida

University Behavioral Center

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Crisis Stabilization
Address
2500 Discovery Drive
Orlando, Florida 32826
Accredited by
Joint Commission (JCAHO)
Available
24/7 admissions

About

About University Behavioral Center

University Behavioral Center occupies a 14-acre campus at 2500 Discovery Drive in Orlando, Florida. As part of the Universal Health Services (UHS) network, the facility delivers intensive mental health services for adolescents and adults along with detox programs for adults experiencing substance use crises. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission, reflecting consistent adherence to national standards for behavioral healthcare.

Programming is organized into distinct adult and adolescent tracks, plus a dedicated military program designed for active-duty service members, veterans, and their families. Crisis stabilization is available for adults in acute psychiatric distress, and confidential level-of-care assessments are offered around the clock at no cost. The facility supports deaf and hard-of-hearing patients through ASL accommodations, recognizing how often communication barriers prevent access to behavioral healthcare.

Clinically, the program draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, individual and group counseling, peer support, and mind-body integration approaches. Co-occurring substance use and mental health conditions are treated together, an essential framework given how often trauma, addiction, and psychiatric symptoms intertwine. Adolescent programming focuses on teen-specific challenges, including the mental health concerns that can drive substance experimentation.

University Behavioral Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, state insurance, and private insurance, with self-pay options available. The community-facing helpline at 407-281-7000 connects families to admissions specialists, and a virtual tour helps prospective patients orient themselves to the campus before arrival.

  • 24/7 medical supervision for safe withdrawal management since 1989
  • Specialized dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
  • Veterans-focused detox programs with TRICARE acceptance
  • Joint Commission accreditation ensuring clinical quality standards
  • Accessibility services for deaf and hard-of-hearing patients requiring detox

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Crisis Stabilization
Conditions
Mental Health Disorders Substance Use Disorders Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis Trauma
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Individual Therapy Group Therapy Peer Support Mind-Body Integration
Populations
Adolescents Adults Men Women Veterans Military Deaf / Hard of Hearing
Languages
English
Facility
14-acre campus Virtual tour available 24/7 confidential assessments Crisis stabilization for adults Separate adolescent and adult programs

Location

Where it is

2500 Discovery Drive, Orlando, Florida 32826 Get directions

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Call (407) 281-7000

Medical Detox Programs and Withdrawal Management

University Behavioral Center provides medically supervised detox services with 24-hour clinical oversight, ensuring patient safety during acute withdrawal phases. The facility's medical detox programs address various substance dependencies through structured withdrawal protocols managed by medical professionals. Located in Orlando's medical corridor, the center maintains continuous staffing to monitor patients throughout the detoxification process.

Their inpatient detox services extend beyond initial stabilization, connecting patients to residential treatment programs for continued care. This seamless transition from detox to residential treatment allows for comprehensive addiction treatment without interruption. The facility's Joint Commission accreditation validates their adherence to established medical detox standards and safety protocols.

Dual Diagnosis and Co-Occurring Disorders Treatment

The center specializes in treating patients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, recognizing the complex interplay between psychiatric conditions and addiction. Their dual diagnosis approach addresses both conditions simultaneously rather than treating them as separate issues. This integrated treatment model prevents the cycle where untreated mental health symptoms contribute to continued substance use.

Cognitive behavioral therapy serves as a primary therapeutic method, helping patients identify triggers and develop coping strategies for both mental health and addiction challenges. The facility's dual diagnosis expertise makes it particularly suitable for patients whose previous treatment attempts failed due to unaddressed co-occurring conditions.

Specialized Services for Veterans and Accessibility

University Behavioral Center provides targeted detox and treatment services for military veterans, accepting TRICARE insurance and understanding service-related trauma factors that often accompany substance use disorders. Veterans receive specialized attention for conditions like PTSD that frequently co-occur with addiction, ensuring comprehensive treatment of service-related issues.

The facility maintains accessibility services for deaf and hard-of-hearing patients, ensuring communication barriers do not prevent access to critical detox services. This commitment to accessibility extends to their treatment approaches, adapting therapeutic methods to accommodate patients with hearing impairments during the detox and residential treatment process.

Insurance Coverage and Payment Options

The center accepts multiple insurance types including Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, TRICARE for veterans, and state insurance programs, making medical detox services accessible to diverse patient populations. Their financial services team works with patients to verify insurance coverage and determine benefit levels for both detox and residential treatment services.

Self-pay and cash payment options are available for patients without insurance coverage or those seeking immediate admission without insurance verification delays. The facility's multiple payment options ensure that financial barriers do not prevent access to critical medical detox services during addiction crises.

After Care

Continuing support

Continuum from inpatient to outpatient referrals Patient and family support resources

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options
Medicaid Medicare Private Insurance TRICARE Self-Pay / Cash State Insurance
Accreditations
Joint Commission (JCAHO)

Common questions

FAQs About University Behavioral Center

What medical detox services does University Behavioral Center provide? +
University Behavioral Center offers 24-hour medically supervised detox programs with continuous clinical oversight. Their medical detox services include withdrawal management protocols, crisis stabilization, and seamless transition to residential treatment programs for continued care.
How long do patients typically stay for medical detox at UBC Orlando? +
Detox length varies based on individual medical needs and substance type, but the facility provides both medical detox and residential treatment options. The center's medical team determines appropriate detox duration based on withdrawal severity and patient safety requirements.
Does University Behavioral Center treat co-occurring mental health disorders during detox? +
Yes, the facility specializes in dual diagnosis treatment, addressing both substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. Their integrated approach ensures that mental health symptoms are managed alongside detoxification protocols.
What insurance does University Behavioral Center accept for detox services? +
The center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, TRICARE for veterans, state insurance, and self-pay arrangements. Their financial team assists with insurance verification to determine coverage for medical detox and residential treatment services.
Is University Behavioral Center accredited for medical detox treatment? +
Yes, University Behavioral Center holds Joint Commission accreditation, which validates their adherence to established medical detox standards and safety protocols. This accreditation ensures quality clinical care and proper withdrawal management procedures.
Does the facility provide specialized detox services for veterans? +
University Behavioral Center serves veterans and accepts TRICARE insurance, providing specialized attention for service-related trauma and substance use issues. Their dual diagnosis expertise addresses conditions like PTSD that commonly co-occur with addiction in veteran populations.
Can patients access medical detox services 24/7 at University Behavioral Center? +
Yes, the facility operates 24 hours daily, providing round-the-clock access to medical detox services and crisis stabilization. This continuous operation ensures immediate medical supervision for patients experiencing acute withdrawal symptoms.
What makes University Behavioral Center different from other Orlando detox facilities? +
The center has operated since 1989 with Joint Commission accreditation and specializes in dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring disorders. They provide accessibility services for deaf and hard-of-hearing patients and offer veteran-focused care with TRICARE acceptance.

Services

Programs and specialties

Treatment type
Hospital inpatient Inpatient medical detox and stabilization Hospital inpatient treatment Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Opioid Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Routinely uses medication for detoxification
Payment
Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds Medicare Medicaid Military insurance (e.g. TRICARE)
Specialty
Mental health counseling for co-occurring disorders Group therapy Family therapy Addiction recovery education Adult men Seniors or older adults Veterans Active duty military Clients referred from the court/judicial system
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