Mental Health Treatment Programs
Mental Health Disorders
Mental health is crucial to leading a balanced, meaningful life, yet millions of people live with ongoing mental health issues that impact their work, daily functioning, relationships, and quality of life. At The Lakes, we know that reaching out for help is an act of courage, and finding the right mental healthcare provider can make all the difference in your journey.
We are a mental health clinic located in Lakeland, Florida, serving communities across Tampa, Orlando, and Central Florida with evidence-based treatment for a variety of mental health disorders. Whether you are experiencing mental health symptoms for the first time, or have been living with your condition for years, our team of experienced clinicians is available to provide you with high-quality, compassionate care.
At The Lakes, we know that every person’s mental health is different, and that’s why we develop personalized treatment plans based on your individual needs, situation, and goals. Our approach is different from other mental health companies. We make sure to not only to address symptoms, but to provide holistic wellness strategies that address the whole person.
From in-person therapy to convenient telehealth or virtual options, we have designed our services to be accessible and effective. Our behavioral health programs integrate psychiatry, medication management when appropriate, and various therapeutic approaches to ensure you receive comprehensive mental health support throughout your recovery journey.
Depression
Depression affects more than just your mood; it impacts energy, sleep, appetite, and hope. Our evidence-based treatment includes cognitive-behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and medication management. Our clinicians develop personalized care plans addressing root causes while building practical skills for managing symptoms and preventing relapse.
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Anxiety
Living with anxiety, whether generalized anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, or phobias, can feel overwhelming. Our comprehensive treatment combines proven therapeutic techniques with stress management strategies. We help you understand the connection between thoughts, physical sensations, and behaviors while teaching effective coping mechanisms through in-person or telehealth sessions.
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Trauma & PTSD
Trauma leaves lasting imprints affecting safety, trust, and connection. Our trauma-informed clinicians specialize in EMDR, cognitive processing therapy, and somatic approaches. We create a safe environment where you can process traumatic experiences at your own pace, helping you reclaim your sense of safety and move forward with resilience.
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Bipolar
Bipolar disorder requires specialized care addressing both mood elevation and depressive episodes. Our comprehensive approach includes psychiatric evaluation, medication management, psychotherapy, and psychoeducation. We help you recognize early warning signs, develop coping strategies, and maintain wellness between episodes with collaborative, continuous care.
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OCD
OCD consumes time and energy with intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. We offer specialized treatment using exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy—the gold standard for OCD. Our clinicians help you gradually face fears while resisting compulsions, leading to lasting symptom reduction in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
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Personality Disorders
Personality disorders, including BPD, affect how you think, feel, and relate to others. Our services include dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), experiential therapy, and other evidence-based approaches. We focus on emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and building a life worth living while recognizing your inherent worth.
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ADHD and Neurodivergent Presentations
ADHD and neurodivergent presentations require strategies that honor how your brain works. We provide comprehensive evaluations, medication management when appropriate, and coaching for executive functioning, time management, and organizational skills. We help you identify strengths while developing practical tools for managing challenges in work, relationships, and daily life.
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Perinatal and Postpartum
Pregnancy and postpartum bring unexpected mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, and adjustment difficulties. Our specialized perinatal services provide compassionate, expert care during this vulnerable time. We offer evidence-based treatment considering both your mental health and your growing family, helping you navigate this significant transition with confidence.
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Grief Counseling
Grief feels isolating and overwhelming without proper support. Our grief counseling provides a compassionate space to process complex emotions accompanying loss—whether from death, relationship endings, health changes, or life transitions. We help you navigate the grieving process while honoring your unique experience, building resilience, and gradually moving forward.
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Stress and Burnout
Chronic stress and burnout affect professionals across all industries. Our programs address the physical, emotional, and psychological toll of prolonged stress. We help identify stress sources, establish healthy boundaries, improve work-life balance, and develop sustainable self-care practices through convenient telehealth options and flexible therapy sessions.
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Adjustment Disorders
Life transitions, positive or challenging, can trigger adjustment difficulties. Our clinicians specialize in helping you navigate major changes, including relocation, career transitions, relationship changes, health diagnoses, and other significant stressors. We provide short-term, focused treatment building coping skills and resilience while addressing your specific challenges.
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Why Choose The Lakes for Mental Health Treatment?
At The Lakes, we recognize that selecting a treatment option is personal. Therefore, our goal is to create a support system that is easy to understand, will keep you engaged, and allow you to thrive.
The following sets us apart from other mental health treatment companies:
- A client-centric approach. We take time to learn about your pain points and how you want to change the way you feel about your current situation. This allows us to develop and implement a treatment plan built specifically for you and designed based on actual experiences, rather than just based on a generic template. As your therapy progresses, we uniformly track and make adjustments as needed to accommodate each step of the process.
- Evidence-based care provided by state-licensed and board-certified clinicians. In order to ensure that our clients receive quality therapy, each of our clinical providers is highly trained, with years of clinical experience in providing proven therapeutic approaches. We stay current with best practices in behavioral health so you get care that reflects what works today.
- Flexible access with in-person and virtual options. We provide a variety of ways to access our services, whether in-person at our location in Lakeland, FL, or through HIPAA-compliant and secure telehealth, making it easy to participate in ongoing treatment, even when life gets busy.
- Comprehensive services under one roof. We offer treatment for a wide range of mental health disorders, and provide each client with an integrated care plan that includes individual and group therapy, psychiatry services, and holistic wellness to support your well-being.
- Insurance support and flexible payment plans. We accept most major insurance plans and work with a wide range of health plans. Our staff can walk you through benefits, coverage, and reimbursement so costs feel less overwhelming.
- Support beyond therapy. We also work with employers through EAP partnerships to make mental health care easier to access for working adults. Our team provides resources that support wellbeing in real life, not just during sessions.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
You don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable to get support.
If you are stressed, stuck, or simply not feeling like yourself, The Lakes is here to help. Give us a call and we will walk you through options, insurance, and the level of care that makes the most sense for you right now.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health Treatment
What’s the “3-month rule” in mental health treatment?
You may hear people say mental health treatment should last three months, but that is not a clinical rule. There is no one-size-fits-all timeline. Some people feel steadier in a few weeks, while others benefit from longer support. The right length depends on your symptoms, safety, goals, and how you respond to care. A good program reviews progress with you regularly and adjusts the plan based on what you actually need, not an arbitrary deadline.
Who will I work with during treatment?
Mental health care is usually team-based. Depending on your needs, you may work with licensed therapists, clinical counselors, and psychiatric providers who help with diagnosis and medication when appropriate. You may also have group facilitators and case managers who support skills building, planning, and next steps. The goal is a coordinated plan where everyone is working toward the same outcomes with you.
How do I know if what I’m feeling is a psychiatric emergency?
It may be an emergency if you feel unsafe with yourself, are thinking about suicide, feel out of control, are unable to care for basic needs, or are experiencing severe confusion, paranoia, or hallucinations. A sudden, intense shift in mood or behavior that puts you or others at risk also counts. If you are not sure, it is still okay to get urgent help. Trust the signal that something is seriously wrong.
Can I admit myself for mental health treatment? What happens first?
Yes. Most people start treatment voluntarily. The first step is an assessment, where you talk through what’s been going on, your mental and physical health history, and what you want help with. From there, the clinical team recommends the right level of care and builds a plan with you. You are involved at every stage, and nothing should feel like a “gotcha” process. It should feel like support.
What will the ER do for mental health concerns?
An emergency room focuses on immediate safety and stabilization. They will assess risk, rule out medical causes, and help determine whether you need a higher level of psychiatric care right away. If you are not in immediate danger, they may recommend follow-up treatment through structured programs like partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, or outpatient therapy. Think of the ER as the place for urgent safety, not long-term healing.
