North Florida VA Health System

400 North State Road 19 Suite 48 Palatka, FL 32177

Palatka, Florida

3863298800

About North Florida VA Health System

The Palatka VA Clinic, part of the North Florida South Georgia Veterans Health System, provides outpatient substance use disorder and mental health services for Veterans in northeast Florida.

The clinic offers evidence based addiction care including outpatient counseling, medication assisted treatment for opioid and alcohol use disorders and access to intensive outpatient and residential programs. With integrated care designed specifically for Veterans, the clinic addresses substance use alongside common co occurring conditions like PTSD, depression and anxiety to support lasting recovery.

Substance Use Disorder Treatment for Veterans

The Palatka clinic specializes in helping Veterans overcome alcohol, opioid and drug addictions through comprehensive outpatient treatment programs. medication assisted treatment is available for opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder, combining FDA cleared medications with counseling to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms.

In sessions, Veterans receive individualized support and counseling tailored to their recovery goals. Treatment addresses both the addiction itself and the underlying issues that contribute to substance use, with coordinated access to intensive outpatient or residential options through the system's SARRTP program when more structured support is needed.

Integrated Mental Health And Trauma Care

The clinic provides integrated mental health treatment for Veterans dealing with PTSD, depression and anxiety alongside substance use. Evidence based therapies like Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure and EMDR help Veterans manage trauma related symptoms and regain control, with same day crisis support available for those in emotional distress.

Getting Started with VA Care

The Palatka VA Clinic serves Veterans at its outpatient location on North State Road 19 in Palatka, with both in person and telehealth appointments available Monday through Friday.
Services are provided through the VA health system for eligible Veterans.

Amenities

Private Rooms

In order to maintain a sense of autonomy, many private rehab facilities offer clients the ability to choose th...eir own private rooms. The privacy and personal space ensure that the recovery process is as comfortable as possible.

Residential Setting

Residential drug rehab provides the comforts of home with the therapeutic support needed to successfully recov...er. Benefits of an inpatient program include increased safety, a higher success rate, and the time and distance given to focus on recovery. Residential drug rehabs are often the preferred method of treatment, as they can be tailored to meet specific needs, offer focused therapeutic care, and provide the necessary tools to sustain recovery.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Adult Program Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Rehab For Veterans 12-Step Program

Adult Program

Treatment at an adult program in Florida addresses the needs of each individual as they work toward recovery. Programs are designed for men and women ages 18 and up, and include a variety of treatment protocols to match the severity of the addiction, type of substance, and personal situation.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive behavioral therapy in Florida helps people in treatment to revisit painful thoughts and memories and learn new ways to cope with them. These newly-learned techniques replace substance use and help the individual maintain sobriety.

Rehab For Veterans

Veteran’s rehab in Florida offers programs for alcohol and substance use disorders specifically for Veterans. Treatment focuses on the needs of this population that differ from others, such as combat trauma and adjustments to civilian life.

12-Step Program

12-Step Programs are among the most popular and proven addiction recovery programs in the world. They are predicated on a lifelong recovery model that prioritizes whole-person healing and integrates the physical, psychological, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of recovery. Programs are free, anonymous, open to the public, and community-based and are centered on group support, one-on-one peer coaching, and recovery education.

Levels of Care

Outpatient Rehab

Outpatient rehab in Florida focuses on relapse prevention and long-term recovery. It typically includes severa...l counseling sessions per week as well as membership in a support group such as NA or AA. This treatment can last several weeks or several months, based on your ongoing needs.

Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health

If you are struggling with both an addiction and a mental health disorder, treatment for dual diagnosis in Flo...rida is necessary for successful recovery. This multidisciplinary approach treats both substance abuse and co-occurring disorders such as bipolar disorder, eating disorders, depression, or anxiety.

Aftercare & Alumni Program

During initial rehab treatment, you learn how to get sober. Aftercare rehab in Florida helps you learn how to ...stay sober. Through ongoing counseling, support groups, and life coaching, you’ll develop skills to maintain sobriety as you live a successful life in recovery. This support may last up to a year or more, to keep you on the right track.

Joint Commission

Insurance

Financial Aid

If you require financial assistance for alcohol and drug rehab in Florida, financial aid may be available. Fin...ancial aid options include grants, scholarships, non-profit programs, personal funding, and health insurance programs to help you manage the expense of substance abuse treatment.

TRICARE

Administered by the Department of Defense, TRICARE offers comprehensive military health insurance plans for ac...tive and retired military members and their families. Similar to PPO programs offered by private insurance companies, TRICARE covers multiple levels of care for addiction treatment, including detox, inpatient rehab, and outpatient services.

Self-Pay Options

Choosing self-pay options for alcohol and drug rehab in Florida means you are personally responsible for payin...g some or all of the costs of treatment. Examples include paying in cash, using a credit card, or taking out a personal or medical loan.