About The Lakes: A Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Center in Central Florida

The Lakes is a behavioral health treatment center in Central Florida. The Lakes provides evidence-based mental health and co-occurring substance use services. The Lakes serves individuals and families from Lakeland and nearby Tampa and Orlando.

Founded to bridge the gap between crisis and long-term wellness, The Lakes offers structured, clinically driven care delivered by licensed clinicians, psychiatrists, and experienced support staff. Over the years, the organization has grown into a multidisciplinary treatment center with multiple levels of care, allowing clients to receive the appropriate support at each stage of their recovery.

Our Approach

At The Lakes, we approach the treatment process with this basic philosophy: care should feel human, not overwhelming. We utilize clinically proven therapy, thoughtful psychiatry, and practical support that fits your everyday life.

We look at the whole picture, including:

  • Mood, anxiety, and stress
  • Trauma history and current triggers
  • Relationships, including family dynamics and support systems
  • Work or school pressures
  • How substance use may be affecting mental health

Some people receive treatment only for one specific issue, like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or trauma, while others receive treatment for co-occurring substance abuse and creating a safer and more stable lifestyle.

Explore our Levels of Care

Structure is a key part of how we work. The Lakes offers several levels of care,  including these listed.

We approach the treatment process collaboratively with our clients. Clients are encouraged to participate actively in their treatment plan, to build awareness of their problematic patterns of behavior and learn how to use new coping strategies safely and effectively in a safe environment.

When possible, families are included through educational, informational guidance so they can support healthy family life and better understand the process their loved one is going through.

Detox Placement

Help connecting with appropriate medical detox programs and creating a plan to step into care at The Lakes once detox is complete.

Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

Intensive daytime treatment for individuals who need a higher level of support without having to stay in an inpatient facility.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

This option gives people the flexibility to continue working, going to school, and spending time with family, while receiving dedicated support during the day.

Crisis Management

Coordination with trusted hospitals and inpatient facilities when someone needs immediate psychiatric supervision or a higher level of safety and support than we provide onsite.

Our Facilities

The Lakes provides a welcoming atmosphere with the following amenities:

  • Comfortable group rooms for therapy and support
  • Private offices for one-on-one sessions
  • Dedicated spaces for experiential and skills-based work

 

Natural light, quiet corners, and simple, thoughtful design help people settle in during treatment days. There are common areas to connect with peers, pause between sessions, or check in with staff.

Our Lakeland facility is conveniently located for people in Central Florida, including those in the Tampa and Orlando areas, so families can stay involved in care. When someone needs a higher level of support than we provide onsite, our team helps coordinate that transition and welcomes them back into step-down care when they are ready.

Take the Next Step with The Lakes

Choosing a treatment center is a big decision, and it is normal to have questions about what to expect. At The Lakes, our admissions team listens first, then helps you understand whether our programs are the right fit and which level of care may make the most sense for your situation.

Whether you are worried about your own mental health, concerned about a loved one, or already in treatment and looking for additional support, The Lakes is here to help you take the next step toward stability and recovery.
Ready to learn more? Contact The Lakes today to talk with our team and explore your options for care.