Bridgeway Center Inc.

About Bridgeway Center Inc. – Fort Walton Beach

Popular for its stunning white sand beaches and countless attractions, Fort Walton Beach, Florida also features Bridgeway Center Inc. You can access comprehensive addiction and behavioral services at this outpatient rehab.

The addiction treatment program welcomes adults aged 18 and older and provides a supportive space to reach your recovery goals. And one of the best parts is you can still get the care you need if you don’t have insurance. They provide sliding scale fees based on your financial situation and family size.

With outpatient care you can live at home and tend to daily responsibilities while attending treatment. Their program provides a customized treatment plan that prioritizes your strengths and needs. You can access proven approaches including group and individual counseling, relapse prevention training, medication management and addiction education. Additionally they offer aftercare support to keep you aligned with recovery.

For me, their DUI services really stood out. Not only do they offer DUI Level 1 and Level 2 classes, but they also have special supervision if you’re seeking reinstatement of an employment or business purpose driver’s license. They even have people who can discuss issues related to having an Ignition Interlock Device (IID). An IID is required if you are on a second or further conviction, and in some cases for a first offense as well.

Another wonderful feature is their health services. This outpatient location also has a medical clinic where you and your family can access primary care, immunizations, screenings and more. I think this is an excellent way to take care of your physical health while working on recovery.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

12-Step

12 step programs such as Alcoholics or Narcotics Anonymous are support group style programs for individuals who are experiencing alcohol or substance use disorder. At Evoke they use a holistic model of addiction care that includes using 12 step programs. These programs are an integral part of most relapse prevention plans and provide continued support and accountability that support sobriety.

Aftercare Support

Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).

Intensive Outpatient

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.

Medically Assisted Detox

Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.

Outpatient

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Treatments

Alcoholism Drug Addiction Dual Diagnosis Mental Health and Substance Abuse Opioid Addiction

Programs

Adult Program

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

LGBTQ Program

Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

Military Program

Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Young Adult Program

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Staff

Bonnie R. Barlow, SHRM-SCP, SPHR

President & Chief Executive Officer

Larry McFarland, LMHC

Chief Clinical Officer

Clayton McAllister, MBA

Chief Financial Officer & Chief Technology Officer

Jenna McElyea, MBA, LPN

Senior Vice-President of Medical Services

Carrie Parker

Human Resources & Quality Program Director

Stefanie Fontaine, BS

Director of Growth and Development

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