Lifeskills South Florida
4841 NE 20th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
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Key Takeaways
- Lifeskills South Florida is a Outpatient facility in Fort Lauderdale, FL, established in 1991.
- Accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield.
- Uses 9 evidence-based therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Twelve Step Facilitation.
- Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification and admission guidance (24/7).
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Why Choose Lifeskills South Florida
Broad Insurance Coverage
Accepts 24 insurance providers, making treatment accessible for more families.
Evidence-Based Therapies
Offers 9 proven treatment methods including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Multiple Care Levels
Provides 2 levels of care: Outpatient, Detox — ensuring the right intensity for every stage of recovery.
Specialized Programs
Offers targeted programs for Co-Occurring Disorders, Anxiety, Depression.
About Lifeskills South Florida: Programs, Staff & Mission
Lifeskills South Florida uses a variety of evidence-based therapies to help clients recover from addictions and mental health conditions, each led by clinicians with specialized credentials and experience. These therapies include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy and radically open dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT, RO-DBT), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), cognitive remediation therapy (CRT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), rational emotive behavioral therapy (REBT), seeking safety, and exposure and ritual prevention therapy (ExRP). Clients have their own primary therapist and family therapist throughout treatment.
Lifeskills South Florida offers treatment for mental health conditions like borderline personality disorder (BPD), anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma/PTSD, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders, psychosis, other thought disorders, and dual diagnoses. Their 6 clinical pathways meet each client in their stage of treatment, unique life situation, and diagnosis. These include a DBT path, CBT path, addiction path, CRT path, trauma path, and a complementary metabolic fitness path. Lifeskills South Florida’s clinicians assign and change treatment pathways based on each client’s needs, diagnosis, and progress throughout treatment.
Clients at Lifeskills South Florida receive tailored clinical treatment and adjunct treatments. Lifeskills South Florida provides yoga, culinary classes, meditation groups, transportation to any community events and off-site treatment, art and music therapy, and gym outings. They’re Psych Armor Veteran Ready Certified. They also cater their services to veterans and Jewish clients, with specialized services meeting their unique needs. On site, Lifeskills South Florida provides shared bedrooms, community living areas, and a swimming pool.
What to Expect at Lifeskills South Florida
Your path from first call to lasting recovery
Assessment
A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to build a personalized plan.
Active Care
Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 45+ days.
Aftercare
Ongoing support, relapse prevention planning, and connections to community resources.
Free guidance • No obligation
What Levels of Care Are Available?
Programs available at this facility
Flexible sessions (1-2x/week) while living at home.
Medically supervised withdrawal management, typically 3-10 days.
What Insurance Does Lifeskills South Florida Accept?
24 insurance providers accepted. Learn about insurance coverage →
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What Therapies and Approaches Are Used?
Evidence-based methods used at this center. Browse all types →
Identifies and changes negative thought patterns driving addiction.
Builds distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and mindfulness skills.
Creative expression as a therapeutic tool.
Musical activities to promote emotional expression and healing.
Whole-person approach: mind, body, and spirit healing.
Who Does Lifeskills South Florida Treat?
Gender-specific programs addressing male-related issues
Gender-specific care including trauma and family therapy
Inclusive care with LGBTQ-affirming providers
What Conditions and Substances Are Treated?
Substances
Conditions
Amenities and Activities Available
Aftercare & Continuing Support
Additional Services
Type of Care
Service Setting (e.g., Outpatient, Residential, Inpatient, etc.)
Opioid Medications used in Treatment
Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
Type of Opioid Treatment
Pharmacotherapies
Treatment Approaches
Facility Operation (e.g., Private, Public)
License/Certification/Accreditation
Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
Testing
Transitional Services
Other Services
Detoxification (medical withdrawal) Services
Facility Smoking Policy
Age Groups Accepted
Sex Accepted
Facility Vaping Policy
Ancillary Services
How Much Does Treatment Cost?
Average costs vary by care level. Insurance typically covers 60-80% of treatment.
| Care Level | Avg. Cost/Month | With Insurance | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Detox | $5,000–$10,000 | $500–$3,000 | 3–7 days |
| Residential | $15,000–$30,000 | $2,000–$8,000 | 30–90 days |
| PHP/IOP | $5,000–$12,000 | $500–$3,000 | 6–12 weeks |
| Outpatient | $1,000–$5,000 | $100–$1,000 | 3–12 months |
Source: SAMHSA National Survey, 2024. Costs vary by location and provider. Call (833) 546-3513 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
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Contact Lifeskills South Florida
Free Guidance & Insurance Verification
(833) 546-3513Address
4841 NE 20th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308
Center Phone
(855) 954-0377Website
lifeskillssouthflorida.comLanguages
English
Sources & References
This listing includes information from publicly available data and provider submissions. For authoritative resources on treatment and recovery:
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SAMHSA National Helpline
1-800-662-4357 — Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral service
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National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Research-based information on addiction science and treatment
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FindTreatment.gov
Official SAMHSA treatment locator with verified facility data
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NAATP
National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers — industry standards and ethics
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