Guardian Recovery — Tampa Addiction Center
405 7th Ave. S.W. Largo, FL 33770
OPEN 24/7 | PRIVATE ROOMS | SAME DAY ADMITS
Heal, grow, and thrive at Guardian Recovery’s Tampa Addiction Center. Offering detox and residential care, we provide comprehensive and individualized addiction treatment, placing a special emphasis on promoting mental health and overall well-being. Experience a customized approach to recovery. It’s your recovery, your way.
Your partner on the path to addiction recovery
Guardian Recovery’s Tampa Addiction Center facilitates a seamless transition from medical detox to residential care and lasting sobriety. Offering highly customized treatment plans, our center blends evidence-based therapies and exceptional medical care, ensuring a comprehensive approach to recovery that addresses each client’s physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Our facility is distinguished by its homestyle retreat atmosphere, complete with comfortable accommodations, serene spaces, and catered meals, all designed to support clients in their journey toward recovery.
Professional Team
Trust our compassionate team of medical, mental health, and addiction professionals, whose decades of combined experience ensure exceptional care and personalized support.
Feedback-Driven Experience
The Tampa Addiction Center experience was created by top addiction-treatment professionals using extensive client feedback and clinical research to create a truly unique and highly effective program.
Clinical Excellence
Experience the peace of mind that comes with gold-standard care. We're fully licensed and hold The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval, the highest level of accreditation for healthcare providers.
Beautiful Facility
Enjoy the comforts of home and the support of our recovery community. Featuring a home-like setting and ample outdoor space, our idyllic locale provides a tranquil haven for healing.
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Our Program
How We Treat Addiction
At Guardian Recovery — Tampa Addiction Center, we pride ourselves on our distinctive approach to treating addiction. Our comprehensive program is designed to address the multifaceted nature of substance use disorders, providing a path to recovery that is as individualized as the clients we serve.
Our methodology integrates evidence-based therapies with cutting-edge medical care, ensuring that every aspect of an individual’s recovery journey is addressed. From the initial detox process, supervised by our 24-hour medical staff, to the development of personalized residential and aftercare plans, our focus remains on treating the whole person rather than just the addiction.
Guardian Recovery’s Tampa Addiction Center boasts newly remodeled facilities that provide all the comforts of home in a serene and healing environment. With comfortable beds, relaxing lounges, and catered meals, the space allows clients to focus entirely on their recovery without the stressors of everyday life.
Recognizing that no two paths to recovery are the same, we offer highly individualized treatment plans. Our team of licensed therapists, medical professionals, and experienced support staff work closely with each client to tailor a program that meets their specific needs and goals.
Our treatment programs include a blend of individual, family, and group therapies, alongside holistic options such as nutrition programs and physical wellness activities. This multimodal approach ensures that clients receive comprehensive care that addresses mental, physical, and emotional health.
Medical Detox
As soon as you arrive at our Largo, FL, detox center, you will undergo a detailed medical assessment to help our treatment team determine which detox methods will be most beneficial for your unique case. Some options include MAT paired with holistic therapies.
Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) – Pharmacological intervention—more commonly referred to as Medication Assisted Treatment [MAT]—is an important part of medical detox for some substances. At Guardian Recovery’s Tampa Addiction Center we utilize a number of effective medications alongside supportive measures as needed.
Holistic Treatment Methods – Holistic treatment methods can be extremely beneficial when it comes to alleviating psychological drug cravings and helping clients work through emotional and psychological discomfort. Some of the holistic methodologies we employ include acupuncture, massage therapy, physical therapy, mindfulness meditation, and yoga therapy. Clients are able to participate in holistically based workshops and group sessions.
Detox also includes a thorough introduction to the remainder of the recovery process. Plus, clients are encouraged to take advantage of the services we offer, and are welcome to relax in their well-appointed bedrooms as often as needed. Meals are provided, and ancillary services focus on a return to physical health.
Once withdrawal symptoms conclude and physical stabilization has been achieved, clients transition into the residential portion of our program.
Residential Inpatient Treatment
Residential inpatient treatment is an important part of many addiction recovery journeys for a number of reasons. First of all, the period of time immediately following detox is the most vulnerable for those who are new to sobriety. Cravings are intense, and a person hasn’t developed the skills they need to stay sober through challenging situations and uncomfortable emotions. Residential treatment provides a safe, secure, and substance-free environment during this particularly challenging time.
Additionally, clients have access to a range of proven treatment options—all in one place. At Tampa Addiction Center our residential program combines traditional talk therapy with innovative holistic approaches to recovery.
Clients undergo full days of individual, group, and family therapy, interwoven with group outings, educational workshops, peer support meetings, and a range of other services and activities. We focus on healing the mind, body and spirit as we help lay a solid foundation for continued sobriety.
Additional Addiction Treatment Services
An in-depth clinical and medical assessment – Each client undergoes an assessment upon arrival, which helps our clinical and medical team determine which course of action will be most beneficial for each individual.
Case management services – Clients are paired with a case manager who walks them through the early recovery process and helps them develop personal treatment goals. Case managers also serve as the main point of contact between the clinical team and each client’s loved ones.
Individual and group therapy – Individual therapy sessions take place on a weekly basis, and group therapy sessions are offered at least once a day.
Family therapy – At Guardian Recovery’s Tampa Addiction Center we believe that family members should be heavily involved in every stage of the recovery process, from detox through aftercare.
Aftercare planning – Medical detox and inpatient care are only the first step. We offer rehab placement services and aftercare planning to ensure that clients have ongoing support following discharge.
Therapies
Guardian Recovery’s Tampa Addiction Center offers a comprehensive range of therapies and services during its medical detox and residential treatment programs, focusing on a holistic approach to addiction recovery. The treatments and services are designed to address the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of recovery, ensuring a well-rounded and supportive experience for individuals.
Evidence-Based Therapies: These include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Experiential Therapy. These therapies are delivered in both individual and group settings.
Holistic Treatment Options: Clients have access to mindfulness meditation, yoga therapy, and acupuncture, provided by experienced holistic practitioners.
Group Workshops: Workshops are designed to enhance the client experience and facilitate deeper healing. These include Gender Expression workshops and Horticulture Therapy sessions facilitated at the Denver Botanical Gardens.
12-Step Program and Alternatives: Education on and involvement in the 12-Step program, as well as alternative options like SMART Recovery and Recovery Dharma, are offered.
Family Involvement: Family therapy sessions and designated family workshops ensure thorough family involvement throughout the recovery process.
Educational Components: Comprehensive education on the Disease Model of Addiction is provided.
Recreational Activities: Clients participate in recreational group activities, leveraging the outdoors and greater Tampa area.
Comfort-Based Amenities: These include comfortable, private bedrooms, an indoor recreation area/community room, catered meals, and a variety of nutritious snacks.
Additional Services and Features:
Medication Management: Essential for those undergoing detox to manage withdrawal symptoms safely.
24/7 Onsite Clinical & Medical Care: Ensures ’round-the-clock support for clients.
Relapse Prevention Training: Equips clients with strategies to maintain sobriety.
Family Counseling Program: Supports the rebuilding of healthy family dynamics affected by addiction.
Tampa Addiction Center emphasizes individualized care, integrating a client’s unique needs and preferences into their treatment plans. This approach includes detailed assessments upon admission, leading to the development of a personalized treatment plan continuously adjusted as the client’s needs evolve. The goal is not only to provide immediate support and relief during detox and treatment but also to lay a strong foundation for long-term recovery and sobriety.
Therapeutic Modalities
The therapies offered during medical detox and residential treatment focus on a range of evidence-based and holistic modalities designed to support individuals through recovery.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): A form of therapy that helps patients recognize and change negative thought patterns and behaviors.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): A type of CBT that emphasizes behavioral change, emotional regulation, and the development of mindfulness skills.
Motivational Interviewing: A counseling approach that helps individuals resolve ambivalent feelings to find the internal motivation they need to change their behavior.
Experiential Therapy: A therapeutic technique that uses expressive tools and activities, such as role-playing or arts and crafts, to re-experience and resolve emotional and interpersonal issues.
Mindfulness Meditation: Practices that foster heightened awareness of the present moment and encourage acceptance of one’s thoughts and feelings.
Yoga Therapy: Incorporates yoga poses, breathing exercises, and meditation to improve mental and physical health.
Amenities
| Private bedrooms and bathrooms
| Gender specific accomodations
| Professionally trained chef and state-of-the-art kitchen
| Spacious dining and fellowship areas
| Outdoor living areas
| Recreation center and client entertainment lounge
| Inviting meeting rooms and therapy areas
Nationally Accredited & Recognized
Our nationally accredited substance use detoxification and treatment center is one of the most highly respected programs in the country. Additionally, we’re fully licensed and hold The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval, the highest level of accreditation for healthcare providers.
Admissions Process
At Guardian Recovery, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Our goal is to minimize stress during this potentially challenging time, making the transition into our program as smooth as possible.
- Contact Us
Whether you connect by phone, form, or text, we can help you find the treatment program that is right for you or your loved one. Admissions advisors will listen to your story, answer your questions, verify any insurance benefits, and discuss payment options. The no-obligation conversation is free and confidential. - Participate in a Personal AssessmentWe conduct a brief assessment during our call, enabling us to develop an initial treatment plan and to connect you to a level of care that meets your unique needs.
- Check InTravel to your chosen facility, meet the staff, settle in, and participate in a clinical evaluation to further tailor your treatment plan.
Explore our Tampa Addiction Center
Frequently Asked Questions
We work with most major insurance providers. But the best way to verify your benefits is to reach out for a free, confidential, and no-obligation call. Our admissions team will speak with your insurer, obtain a detailed verification of your insurance benefits, and share those details with you. Unfortunately Medicaid and Medicare do not cover our facility.
Guardian Recovery’s Tampa Addiction Center is located at
Often, seeking treatment away from your home town or even out of state is the best option. The temptation to leave treatment early and relapse is much lower when you are physically separated from the people and places that are associated with your substance misuse.
Admission is quick and easy. Once you call our admissions team, one of our dedicated counselors will perform a pre-assessment over the phone. This takes about 10 minutes and ensures that Tampa Addiction Center is the best fit for you or your loved one. After the assessment, we verify insurance benefits (if any) and arrange a time for your intake. If you need a ride to the facility and are within a few hours from us, we will dispatch one of our drivers, and you will begin your recovery at our facility. It’s that easy.
Once admitted to our program, clients are encouraged to complete a Release of Information (ROI) form for friends, family, employers, etc. Due to HIPPA laws, we are not allowed to confirm or deny any patient’s attendance at our facility without a signed ROI. These laws are in place to protect the privacy of those who are seeking help. If your loved one did not complete an ROI, we can take down your name and information as well as any message you have. If the person you need to contact is at our facility, we will relay the message as soon as possible.
We offer program lengths individualized for each client. Generally detox is anywhere from 3 and 10 days and the residential portion of our program is between 3 and 21 days. These are estimates and are adjusted to meet the needs of the individual client.
During detox, access to these devices is restricted. However, special arrangements can be made for individuals who need to conduct business or important personal matters. For clients who are self employed, we offer an executive program that allows for device access in certain cases during business hours. Clients are able to make phone calls to loved ones during the residential portion of our program, but phone use is restricted. We encourage our clients to focus all of their attention on healing by eliminating potential distractions.
We accept adults ages 18 or over.
While we strongly discourage leaving detox or residential care before treatment completion, we are not a lockdown facility. Clients are in our program voluntarily and may leave when they want. Once a client transitions into the residential portion of our program, they have the opportunity to participate in group outings.
Clients who need to take off work to attend treatment may be eligible for the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). FMLA ensures that you will not be terminated while taking a leave of absence from work to attend treatment. Our admissions and case management staff can help with setting up any FMLA paperwork.
We offer optional private bedrooms on a first come first serve basis.
Yes. Tobacco products are allowed in designated areas within the facility. However, electronic cigarettes (vapes) are not permitted.
Absolutely. We understand that addiction affects the entire family system, and we encourage families to participate in their loved one’s treatment. To help families recover we also offer intervention services, case management, and family workshops.
Yes. We believe in complete and total confidentiality and privacy for all of our clients. We take extra measures to make sure we go above and beyond HIPAA and health privacy standards. If you are concerned about specific privacy requirements, reach out to learn more.
Tampa Addiction Center detoxification and residential addiction treatment costs can be covered by most health insurance companies. If you are uninsured or underinsured, we will create a customized payment plan based on your individual needs and length of stay.
If you’re wondering if you or your loved one needs treatment, the answer is likely to be “yes.” However, the level of care can vary from outpatient therapy to the full complement of services starting with detox. Before admission into our program we offer a pre-assessment to determine if clients meet criteria for admissions to treatment. This assessment is the best place to start to help determine if you or a loved one needs care and what level of services might be most appropriate.
We offer medication-assisted treatment (MAT) as needed for specific substance misuse issues. Paired with therapy and supportive measures, MAT can reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings and can help support long-term recovery for some substances. Additionally, regardless of the substance of misuse, various medications and supportive measures can be administered by our medical staff during detox.
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