Ft. Lauderdale Comprehensive Treatment Center, MAT
Ft. Lauderdale Comprehensive Treatment Center
5481 N State Road 7, Tamarac, Florida 33319 | (754) 812-5975
Ft. Lauderdale Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) is located in Tamarac, Florida. We are a premier outpatient addiction treatment center that offers medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for adult men and women age 18 and older.
Megan Szczepanik, LCSW, c-IRT
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Available for Online Therapy
Taking this step can be scary, but you’re halfway there! You don’t have to walk this path alone; together we can create a safe and affirming place for you to explore, heal, and grow.
Sofia Robirosa, MBA, LMFT, CAP.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Addictions Professional
100 NW 82nd Ave, Suite 305, Plantation, Florida 33324 | 954-903-1676
Tired of feeling the way you have? My goal is to provide a service that is personalized, comprehensive, and unique while being an agent of change to help my clients find the solutions that they are looking for in a fun, safe, and creative space.
Jo Shaw, Ph.D
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Available for Online Therapy
I provide psychological assessments, family therapy, and individual counseling via telehealth. I provide a safe place for anime fans, metalheads, geeks, nerds, gamers, adventurers, and the LGBTQ community. I am also interested in research facilitation.
Alicia Rozycki
Licensed Psychologist
Available for Online Therapy
My passion working with women and military members and spouses as they navigate life’s stressors and challenges, without judgment. I truly enjoy sharing tools and strategies to break out of these cycles so you feel better as efficiently and effectively as possible.
Coral Arvon, Ph.D. ,LMFT, LCSW
Coral Arvon
2630 Ne 203RD St # 103, Aventura, Florida 33180 | (305) 936-8000
Dr. Arvon is an expert in psychotherapy, individual and couples counseling. She is Director/ owner of Arvon & Associates. Dr. Arvon is also Director of Behavioral Medicine at the Nationally acclaimed Pritikin Longevity Center. She is a national speaker and author.
Richard Gonzalez, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Available for Online Therapy
I believe we are born with a purpose to make the world a better. Sometimes, many of us while growing up knew exactly what we wanted to be. For others, it is a process of self-discovery. I help individuals make sense, find harmony, peace and purpose through counseling.
Amanda Kohl, MA, RMHCI
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
Available for Online Therapy
Prioritizing your healing isn’t always easy, yet here you are! In our sessions you can explore your emotions in a compassionate setting and learn skills to create the life you want based on what you value most.
Related Sites:
City of Plantation, FL
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy & Mental Health Counseling
Therapy Plantation, FL
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Located in southeastern Florida, Plantation has a population around 86,000. There are many different private schools located in Plantation, such as The Blake School, American Academy, Our Savior Lutheran, St. Gregory’s Parish School, and American Heritage School.1 The city is very “green” friendly, with the city’s motto being “The Grass is Greener”, and a city-wide “go green” task force. Some of the other “green” activities include golfing, which is fun for people of all ages. There are several different courses to choose from in Plantation. There are also annual events sponsored by the city, such as spring break camps, summer break programs, equestrian programs for kids, Arbor Day celebration, Tree Day seminar, Art in the Park, Jazz concerts, a Forest Gump Table Tennis Tournament, and many other holiday-related festivities for the whole family.
Mental Health in Plantation
Millions of Americans each year use illicit substances or misuse prescription medications; for many, it becomes a habit, and for some it becomes a full-blown addiction.2 The Starting Place, in Plantation, Florida, is a non-profit organization and treatment facility for those struggling with chemical dependency.3 The Starting Place favors a multi-faceted approach to recovery, and offers a variety of different services and programs tailored to different needs, including family inclusive programs, adolescent programs, and individualized case management. To set up an appointment for an assessment, or to request further information, call (954) 327-4060.
Positive, healthy communities help to create positive, healthy individuals, and part of building a strong community is embracing the variety of cultures that form it. The African American Success Foundation in Plantation, Florida counters negative stereotypes about race, educates the community on the accomplishments of African Americans, and fosters improved self-esteem, ambition, and optimism in the community.4 This non-profit organization provides grants and research fellowships to benefit cultural understanding and integration. To contribute to AASF, or to find out more, call (954) 792-1117.
Current Initiatives
The City of Plantation is committed to creating a healthy and happy environment for all of its residents, and to that end has enacted a number of city initiatives to make Plantation a “greener” place. Programs that contribute to the initiative include the PLANT (Plantation Landscape Awards for Nurturing our Town) Awards, Trees for Tomorrow, the annual Arbor Day Event, and the City of Plantation Shade Brigade.5 Citizens can even participate in the Street Tree Partnership Program, and the city will subsidize the cost of planting a new tree for their property. To participate in the city’s green initiatives, call (954) 797-2562.
References
1. American Heritage School. (2016). Home Page. Retrieved from http://www.ahschool.com/2. National Institute on Drug Abuse. (2016). Nationwide Trends. Retrieved from http://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/nationwide-trends
3. The Starting Place. (2017). FAQ. Retrieved from http://startingplace.org/faq/
4. African American Success Foundation. (2017). Home Page. Retrieved from http://www.blacksuccessfoundation.org/
5. City of Plantation. (2017). City Initiatives. Retrieved from http://www.plantation.org/City-Government/city-initiatives.html
Plantation is located in Broward County, Florida. It has a land area of 21.63 square miles and a water area of 0.29 square miles. The population of Plantation is 92,560 people with 33,208 households and a median annual income of $66,647. .
Therapy Affordability Meter for Plantation, FL
Generally Affordable
Therapists in Plantation are often within budget with some potential challenges for longer term commitments. Your mental health and well being are a top priority. If accessibility is a concern, ask your counselor about sliding scale fees or inquire about accepted insurance plans. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Plantation public health department.