Calusa Recovery

Outpatient Addiction and Mental Health Treatment

Out Patient Treatment Program

A Step Toward Lasting Recovery

Struggling with addiction or a mental health disorder can feel like living in survival mode. It can be exhausting, confusing, and often invisible to others. Whether you’re facing substance use, anxiety, depression, or a combination of challenges, it’s easy to feel trapped by circumstances that seem beyond your control. These conditions can affect your relationships, career, physical health, and sense of purpose. Left untreated, they often reinforce one another, making it harder to break free from the cycle.

At Calusa Recovery, we understand the deeply connected nature of addiction and mental health. Our outpatient treatment program in Fort Myers, FL is built to help you confront both with effective, personalized care that fits your life. If you’re ready to take a step forward—without pressing pause on your daily responsibilities—our team is here to support your journey.

Our intensive outpatient care and other outpatient addiction treatment programs offer individual and group therapies and therapeutic interventions that include coping strategies as well as holistic treatment services to ensure drug and alcohol relapse prevention.

What Is Outpatient Addiction and Mental Health Treatment?

Outpatient treatment offers an opportunity to receive professional support for addiction and mental health concerns while continuing to live at home and maintain daily responsibilities. This level of care is ideal for individuals who need structured therapy but don’t require round-the-clock supervision.

At Calusa Recovery, our outpatient program blends evidence-based therapies with holistic support. Clients participate in individual counseling, group therapy, and family education while building skills to manage stress, emotional triggers, and cravings. Treatment is tailored to your unique circumstances, whether you’re overcoming substance misuse, managing depression or PTSD, or working through both.

Outpatient treatment can be especially beneficial if you:

  • Want support without entering a residential program

  • Are transitioning from a higher level of care

  • Need a flexible schedule to accommodate work or school

  • Have co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges

  • Are looking to intervene before symptoms worsen

Common Signs That Outpatient Treatment May Be Right for You

It might be time to consider outpatient care if you’ve noticed:

  • Difficulty stopping drug or alcohol use on your own

  • Emotional dependency on substances or compulsive behaviors

  • Struggles with mood swings, panic attacks, or depressive episodes

  • Conflict in relationships or isolation from loved ones

  • A decline in your performance at work or school

  • Using substances to cope with unresolved trauma or mental illness

Outpatient treatment addresses more than symptoms—it helps uncover what’s underneath them. By learning to manage mental health and addiction side by side, you gain a stronger foundation for lasting recovery.

What to Expect from Our Outpatient Program in Fort Myers

Our program is built around flexibility, accessibility, and individualized care. When you enroll in outpatient treatment at Calusa Recovery, you’ll take part in a structured weekly schedule that may include:

  • One-on-one therapy sessins to explore your goals and challenges

  • Group counseling for shared support and accountability

  • Skills training for emotional regulation, communication, and relapse prevention

  • Family therapy to improve relationship dynamics and address codependency

  • Trauma-informed care, recognizing the role of past experiences in present behaviors

We also provide access to psychiatric care and medication management when appropriate. Whether you’re struggling with bipolar disorder and alcohol misuse, or anxiety and stimulant addiction, we design your care plan to treat both the mental and physical aspects of recovery.

    Chris T.

    I’ve been in recovery for over a year now and have met a lot of people along the way. Stuart and Wilbur are genuine about wanting to help someone struggling with alcohol or drugs. Me being one of them. I’ve seen a few sober houses along the way and Calusa recovery is by far the best sober living I’ve come across. They show you how to have fun in recovery and live life sober. The houses they have are awesome and clean! Highly recommend them. It changed my life!

      Nancy M.

      Calusa Recovery was recommended to us as being a top sober living home. Meeting Stuart, Wilbur, and the impeccable house confirmed this to be true. Stuart and Wilbur are truly invested in all aspects of their clients’ recovery. We value their collaborative approach with clients and family.

        Monta T.

        Calusa is a place that treats you like a real person with love and respect. They do outings together to have a great community environment. Calusa pushes you to be a responsible young man but does it in a way of caring and helping you find self love. Highly recommend for any young man wanting to take the next step to better himself and his future.

          Steven G.

          I feel so fortunate that I found Calusa Recovery. Calusa played a huge part in helping me maintain my sobriety. I enjoyed the people, the staff, and the living arrangements. Thank you so much for helping me get control of my life back. I could not have made these strides without Calusa Recovery.

          Is Outpatient Treatment Effective?

          Outpatient care isn’t just convenient—it’s clinically effective. Research consistently shows that Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) achieve outcomes comparable to inpatient care for many individuals:

          • A narrative review published in the National Library of Medicine found that outpatient detox for alcohol dependence had similar abstinence rates to inpatient detox—with better completion in some cases—with comparable safety outcomes.
          • A literature review and meta-analysis concluded that IOPs are as effective as inpatient or residential programs in reducing substance use and improving abstinence 
          • Longer-term studies show planned, long-term outpatient support increases the chance of abstinence or moderate use by approximately 24% compared to less structured approaches.

          These findings highlight outpatient care’s strong track record, particularly when paired with consistent participation, self-help groups, and personalized goals.

          Conditions We Treat in Our Outpatient Program

          Our outpatient addiction and mental health treatment in Fort Myers is designed to address a wide range of challenges, including:

          • Alcohol use disorder

          • Opioid addiction

          • Stimulant or prescription drug misuse

          • Depression and anxiety disorders

          • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

          • Bipolar disorder

          • Personality disorders

          • Dual diagnosis and co-occurring conditions

          • Emotional dysregulation, trauma, and grief

          Because no two people are the same, we take time to understand the full picture of your experience. Whether you’re navigating unresolved trauma, social anxiety, or cravings tied to emotional pain, we’ll help you create a sustainable recovery plan that reflects your goals.

          Key Features of Our Outpatient Program

          Calusa Recovery’s outpatient treatment in Southwest Florida includes:

          • Custom Treatment Plans: Designed around your symptoms, lifestyle, and goals

          • Evidence-Based Therapies: Including CBT, DBT, trauma therapy, and more

          • Relapse Prevention Training: Focused on real-life coping skills and strategies

          • Peer Support Groups: Building connection and reducing isolation

          • Family Involvement: To foster understanding and healing within your support system

          • Flexible Scheduling: So you can keep up with life while getting the care you need

          Whether you’re newly seeking help or returning to treatment after a setback, we’ll meet you where you are and walk with you toward recovery.

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          We Work With Most Major Insurance Providers

          • Aetna
          • Ambetter
          • Amerihealth
          • Anthem
          • AvMed
          • Beacon
          • Behavioral Health Systems
          • BCBS—Most BlueCross & BlueShield Plans
          • Carelon Behavioral Health
          • CareFirst
          • Cigna
          • ComPsych
          • Coventry
          • Empire BlueCross BlueShield
          • GHI
          • Highmark
          • Humana
          • Magellan
          • MagnaCare
          • Medicare
          • Meritain Health
          • MultPlan
          • NYSHIP (New York State Insurance Plan)
          • Optum
          • Oxford
          • PHCS
          • Potawatomi Cares
          • Self-Pay
          • Sunshine Healthl
          • TRICARE
          • UHC
          • UMR
          • VA Insurance
          • 90 Degree Benefits

          At this time, we do not accept Medicaid

          Using Insurance to Cover Outpatient Addiction and Mental Health Treatment

          Navigating the financial side of treatment can feel overwhelming, but the good news is that many health insurance plans provide coverage for outpatient mental health treatment in Southwest Florida. Whether you’re dealing with addiction, depression, anxiety, or a combination of issues, your insurance may help offset the costs of therapy, psychiatric care, medication management, and other supportive services. Coverage often depends on your provider, policy details, and medical necessity—but our team at Calusa Recovery is here to help you every step of the way.

          The first step in using insurance is to verify your benefits. Our admissions specialists will work directly with your insurance company to confirm what your plan covers, explain your eligibility, and outline any potential out-of-pocket expenses such as co-pays or deductibles. We accept a range of insurance plans and are experienced in managing the authorization process to ensure timely access to care.

          At Calusa Recovery, we believe that cost should never be a barrier to getting the help you need. By working closely with your insurer, we aim to make our outpatient treatment programs both accessible and affordable. If you’re unsure about your coverage or need help understanding your options, contact us today for a free, confidential insurance verification. We’ll guide you through the process and help you take the next step toward recovery with confidence.

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          Contact Calusa Recovery Today: Your First Step Toward Freedom

          Breaking free from addiction is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make—and Calusa Recovery is here to support you every step of the way. Our outpatient mental health program in Fort Myers offers a trusted, flexible solution that allows you to heal while continuing with your daily life.

          If you or someone you love is struggling with substance abuse or a dual diagnosis, don’t wait another day to seek help. Contact us today to learn more about our Outpatient Mental Health Treatment in Fort Myers, FL. 

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          Calusa Recovery Programs

          ADDICTION TREATMENT THAT ISN’T COOKIE-CUTTER

          One of the first steps when seeking treatment for substance abuse is the detoxification process. Here you are medically supervised and managed through withdrawal process to rid the body of drugs & alcohol.

          Residential inpatient treatment is when a client lives on-site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week while receiving intensive inpatient treatment. Learn more about inpatient treatment and how it can help you on your journey.

          The partial day program at Calusa Recovery combines the best of aspects inpatient and outpatient treatment to form a hybrid program that allows you to experience inpatient therapies on an outpatient basis.

          Find out why the innovative intensive outpatient program at Calusa Recovery is your best choice when seeking an outpatient addiction treatment program in Ft. Myers, Florida. 

          Our outpatient program will enable your professional life to become limitless. We offer the tools for you to become the best you can be while being sober! If you’re in Lee County, don’t wait another day to start your recovery.

          The family program at Calusa Recovery is an integral part of our programming. Family therapy is an essential part of the recovery process because it allows members of the entire family system to learn how to recover as a unit while supporting their loved-one in recovery.