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Lake City, Florida, United States
The Wave of North Florida
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The Wave of North Florida accepts most major insurance plans to help make high-quality treatment accessible and affordable.Our admissions team offers free insurance verifications and will walk you through your benefits and coverage options with care and transparency. While we are not currently able to accept Medicare or Medicaid, we’re happy to explore alternative solutions and guide you toward the best possible next steps.
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Estimated Cash Pay Rate
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Empowers clients to reclaim their lives from addiction and co-occurring mental health challenges with supportive evidence-based care at every stage of recovery.
About The Wave of North Florida
The Wave of North Florida helps individuals seek real, lasting healing from addiction, co-occurring mental health challenges or both. With a supportive detox, residential program, and outpatient care, clients are given structure and evidence-based treatment to address the root causes of their struggles. With a blend of clinical therapy and meaningful human connection, clients address and begin to heal their primary concern.
Do More Than Just Survive
The Wave of North Florida is more than a treatment center—it’s a lifeline of hope and healing for those facing addiction and co-occurring mental health challenges. They walk alongside individuals who are ready to confront the deeper struggles beneath their substance use. Their ideal clients are those who are motivated to make meaningful shifts in their lives—people who are tired of just surviving and are ready for more. Through science-backed therapies and holistic wellness, the team helps clients address the root causes of their pain and build resilience.
Feel Tranquility from Day One
Healing begins the moment clients arrive at The Wave. With a warm atmosphere, clients experience privacy and peace. The bedrooms are private or semi-private filled with soft linens and calming decor. The campus layout is intentionally designed to support comfort and safety, with dedicated spaces for men and women. Outside, clients are surrounded by gardens, walking paths, and open skies. And nearby natural treasures like Ichetucknee Springs and Osceola National Forest offer opportunities for outdoor healing that mirrors the growth happening within.
Maintain the Recovery Journey
The Wave knows that transitioning back to everyday life can be one of the most vulnerable times in a person’s life, so they place a strong emphasis on aftercare and relapse prevention. From ongoing therapy referrals and peer support, to practical strategies for navigating the real world, they equip clients with the tools and confidence they need.
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Insurance Accepted
Provider's Policy:The Wave of North Florida accepts most major insurance plans to help make high-quality treatment accessible and affordable.Our admissions team offers free insurance verifications and will walk you through your benefits and coverage options with care and transparency. While we are not currently able to accept Medicare or Medicaid, we’re happy to explore alternative solutions and guide you toward the best possible next steps.
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GEHA
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Experience Grounded Mornings and Meaningful Nights
At The Wave of North Florida, mornings begin with outdoor meditation, grounding clients in peace before the day begins. Group therapy sessions follow, offering space to build recovery tools. Afternoons bring one-on-one counseling and hands-on skill-building. As the sun sets, the day closes with evening gatherings beneath the sky, where stories are shared and healing happens together.
Find Stillness to Move Forward
The inland setting at The Wave of North Florida offers a quieter kind of healing—one rooted in stillness and intention. Through guided nature walks on nearby trails, evening reflection circles under the stars, outdoor meditation sessions, and group therapy held beneath the trees, clients rediscover a sense of calm.
Rewire Thoughts and Build a New Future
The Wave of North Florida uses a powerful range of therapies to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. From cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) that rewires self-destructive thought patterns, to EMDR that helps process and release trauma, to life skills development and relapse prevention planning–every tool they use helps clients understand their story and rewrite a new one.
Stop Just Surviving—Start Healing the Life that Addiction Stole
At The Wave of North Florida, addiction is rarely just about substances. Beneath the addiction, many people experience anxiety that won’t quiet down, depression that lingers even on good days, and trauma that no one sees. Here, they untangle the mental and emotional struggles that fuel addiction to help clients finally get their lives back.
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Center Overview
Founded
2025
Occupancy
31-50
Insurance
Accepted
Languages
English
Estimated Cash Pay Rate
30 Days
$40,000 – $45,000
60-Day Residential Program
$78,000 – $88,000
90-Day Residential Program
$115,000 – $130,000
Estimated Cash Pay Rate
If you are not using insurance, the cost listed above, $38,000 - $42,000 / month, is an estimate of the cash pay rate. Center pricing can vary based on program and length of stay. Contact the center for more information. Recovery.com strives for price transparency so you can make an informed decision.
Who We Treat
Men
Women
Executives
Executive treatment programs typically directly support the needs of people who manage businesses and may provide flexible schedules and office space to allow work during treatment.
Men and Women
Men and women attend treatment for addiction in a co-ed setting, going to therapy groups together to share experiences, struggles, and successes.
Pregnant Women
Addiction and mental health treatment meets the clinical and psychological needs of pregnant women, ensuring they receive optimal care in all areas.
Address
507 NW Hall of Fame Dr, Lake City, FL 32055
Treatment Focus: Substance Use and Mental Health
Treatment Focus
You can admit to this center with a primary substance use disorder or a primary mental health condition. You'll receive support each step of the way and individualized care catered to your unique situation and diagnosis.
Treatment
Specializations
Co-Occurring Disorders
A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.
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Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.
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Holistic
A non-medicinal, wellness-focused approach that aims to align the mind, body, and spirit for deep and lasting healing.
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Residential
In a residential rehab program, patients live onsite, with access to daily treatment and 24-hour care. An average stay is 30-90 days.
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Trauma
Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."
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Treatment Services
Residential
In a residential rehab program, patients live onsite, with access to daily treatment and 24-hour care. An average stay is 30-90 days.
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Approaches
Evidence-Based
A combination of scientifically rooted therapies and treatments make up evidence-based care, defined by their measured and proven results.
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Trauma Informed
Holistic
A non-medicinal, wellness-focused approach that aims to align the mind, body, and spirit for deep and lasting healing.
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Personalized Treatment
The specific needs, histories, and conditions of individual patients receive personalized, highly relevant care throughout their recovery journey.
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Wellness
Wellness philosophies focus on the physical, mental, and spiritual wellness of each patient, helping them restore purpose with natural remedies.
Therapies
1-on-1 Counseling
Patient and therapist meet 1-on-1 to work through difficult emotions and behavioral challenges in a personal, private setting.
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Meditation & Mindfulness
A practiced state of mind that brings patients to the present. It allows them to become fully aware of themselves, their feelings, and the present moment.
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Mindfulness Therapy
This ancient practice can be mental, emotional, and even spiritual. In meditation, you focus your attention on the present moment without judgement.
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Art Therapy
Visual art invites patients to examine the emotions within their work, focusing on the process of creativity and its gentle therapeutic power.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Expressive Arts
Creative processes like art, writing, or dance use inner creative desires to help boost confidence, emotional growth, and initiate change.
Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR)
Lateral, guided eye movements help reduce the emotional reactions of retelling and reprocessing trauma, allowing intense feelings to dissipate.
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Life Skills
Teaching life skills like cooking, cleaning, clear communication, and even basic math provides a strong foundation for continued recovery.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
MBCT combines mindfulness practices—like meditation—with cognitive therapy techniques to help patients work through negative thought patterns.
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Motivational Interviewing
Based on the idea that motivation to change comes from within, providers use a conversational framework to discover personalized methods for change.
Music Therapy
Singing, performing, and even listening to music can be therapeutic. Music therapy sessions are facilitated by certified counselors.
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Narrative Therapy
Through narrative therapy, patients rewrite past events with a positive focus. They separate themselves from the problem to see their purpose and capabilities.
Nutrition Counseling
Nutritious food helps patients heal from within, setting them up for mental and bodily wellness as they learn about healthy eating.
Psychoeducation
This method combines treatment with education, teaching patients about different paths toward recovery. This empowers them to make more effective decisions.
Recreation Therapy
In recreation therapy, recovery can be joyful. Patients practice social skills and work through emotional triggers by engaging in fun activities.
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Twelve Step Facilitation
12-Step groups offer a framework for addiction recovery. Members commit to a higher power, recognize their issues, and support each other in the healing process.
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Group Therapy
Yoga
Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.
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Conditions We Treat
Narcissism
Grief and Loss
Grief is a natural reaction to loss, but severe grief can interfere with your ability to function. You can get treatment for this condition.
Personality Disorders
Personality disorders destabilize the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves. If untreated, they can undermine relationships and lead to severe distress.
Anger
Although anger itself isn't a disorder, it can get out of hand. If this feeling interferes with your relationships and daily functioning, treatment can help.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.
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Bipolar
This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.
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Codependency
Codependency is a pattern of emotional dependence and controlling behavior. It's most common among people with addicted loved ones.
Depression
Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
OCD is characterized by intrusive and distressing thoughts that drive repetitive behaviors. This pattern disrupts daily life and relationships.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
PTSD is a long-term mental health issue caused by a disturbing event or events. Symptoms include anxiety, dissociation, flashbacks, and intrusive thoughts.
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Self-Harm
The act of intentionally harming oneself, also called self-injury, is associated with mental health issues like depression.
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Stress
Stress is a natural reaction to challenges, and it can even help you adapt. However, chronic stress can cause physical and mental health issues.
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Trauma
Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."
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Substances We Treat
Alcohol
Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.
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Benzodiazepines
Benzodiazepines are prescribed to treat anxiety and sleep issues. They are highly habit forming, and their abuse can cause mood changes and poor judgement.
Chronic Relapse
Consistent relapse occurs repeatedly, after partial recovery from addiction. This condition requires long-term treatment.
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Co-Occurring Disorders
A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.
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Cocaine
Cocaine is a stimulant with euphoric effects. Agitation, muscle ticks, psychosis, and heart issues are common symptoms of cocaine abuse.
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Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.
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Heroin
Heroin is a highly addictive and illegal opioid. It can cause insomnia, collapsed veins, heart issues, and additional mental health issues.
Psychedelics
Hallucinogenic drugs—like LSD—cause euphoria and increased sensory experiences. When abused, they can lead to depression and psychosis.
Marijuana
Methamphetamine
Methamphetamine, or meth, increases energy, agitation, and paranoia. Long-term use can result in severe physical and mental health issues.
Opioids
Opioids produce pain-relief and euphoria, which can lead to addiction. This class of drugs includes prescribed medication and the illegal drug heroin.
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Prescription Drugs
It's possible to abuse any drug, even prescribed ones. If you crave a medication, or regularly take it more than directed, you may have an addiction.
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Synthetic Drugs
Synthetic drugs are made in a lab, unlike plant-based drugs like mushrooms. Most synthetic drugs are either stimulants or synthetic cannabinoids.
Ketamine
Aftercare
Support Meetings
Relapse Prevention Planning
Outpatient Treatment
Medication Assistance
Experience
Personal Amenities
Air-Conditioned Rooms
Armchair or Sofa
Bathroom Essentials
En Suite Bathroom
Allow Cell Phones
Internet Access
Laundry Service
Outdoor Space
Private or Shared Rooms
Snacks
Thermostat
Amenities
Access to Nature
Gardens
Gourmet Dining
Internet
Outdoor Dining
Outdoor Lounge
Outdoor Space
Recreation Room
Special Considerations
Dietary Accommodations
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
Flexible technology policies
Centers with flexible technology policies allow professionals to stay in touch with work and give patients a greater sense of connection and normalcy.
Healthy Meals are provided
Great food meets great treatment, with providers serving healthy meals to restore nutrition, wellbeing, and health.
Other dietary needs (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.)
Wheelchair Accessible
Activities
Yoga
Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.
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Massage
Physical Fitness
Professional Staff
Dr. Daniel Weinberg
Head of Psychiatrists
MD
Kristin Hancock
Director of Admissions
BA
Raveen Whitfield
Chief Clinical Officer
LCSW
Hassan Bokhari
Medical Director
MD
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Testimonial
I was one of the first clients at The Wave of North Florida, and I honestly didn’t know what to expect. What I found was a supportive, structured environment where I could finally focus on myself. The staff made me feel safe, seen, and motivated to do the work. I left with real tools—not just hope, but a plan
Jackson R., Alumni
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