Tampa VA – South Hillsborough Outpatient Clinic

For veterans seeking treatment for substance use disorders ranging from harmful alcohol consumption to life-threatening addiction, the Tampa VA – South Hillsborough Outpatient Clinic offers a variety of resources. Your unique needs will determine which services they provide. They provide services to achieve stability as well as tried and true pharmaceutical options such as medically supervised detoxification to safely stop substance use. This clinic is located in Riverview, Florida.

They provide methadone and buprenorphine medication assisted treatment (MAT) for opiate addiction as well as more modern medications to lessen cravings. They provide medications such as nicotine replacement therapy or other treatments to help people quit smoking. They ensure that you don’t relapse into the same substance use issues by providing counseling and other therapy options such as intensive outpatient treatment, short term outpatient counseling and continuing care, and relapse prevention.

For veterans who have specialized needs, such as women veterans, returning combat veterans, and homeless veterans, they offer specialized programs. They also provide care and assistance for medical disorders like depression and post traumatic stress disorder that are linked to drug abuse issues. They are available to help you address and manage any mental health challenge by connecting you with clinical resources and peer support.

Together, you and staff decide which evidence based therapies, prescription drugs and treatments are best for you. You should discuss your substance use with your VA primary care physician if you have one. As needed, your provider can offer treatment and support in addition to assisting with the screening process for substance use disorders and related conditions.

They provide additional forms of supportive therapy that are customized to fit the requirements of every veteran. In accordance with your preferences and way of life, they provide a range of therapies including talk therapy and supported work environments.