Lakeland Behavioral Health is a highly specialized program that provides tailored mental health treatment specifically designed to meet the unique needs of individuals based on their age and gender. With a comprehensive range of care options, including an inpatient program,
residential treatment program, and an intensive
outpatient program (
IOP), they offer a continuum of support to address varying levels of care required by their diverse clientele. They treat children and adolescents ages 4-20 and adults ages 40 and up. Lakeland Behavioral Health takes an experiential and individualized approach to treatment, incorporating evidence-based therapies with methods like
group therapy, animal therapy, art therapy, music therapy, and play therapy.
School-age clients at Lakeland Behavioral Health receive educational programming through an affiliated school, Lakeland Regional School. The school is staffed by certified teachers, a principal, and special education facilitator, giving students access to a robust curriculum and educational support. The academic staff are committed to helping students advance their academic achievements while attending the school.
Lakeland Behavioral Health offers the HOPE inpatient program for adults ages 40 and up needing mental health treatment. The goal is to alleviate symptoms, enhance quality of life, and support a successful return to daily living. This program has a multidisciplinary staff who provide a comprehensive range of services to help clients enhance their quality of life. While in the program, clients receive individual and group therapy, activity therapy, medication management, and education on coping strategies. Lakeland Behavioral Health also offers therapy for clients dealing with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Lakeland Behavioral Health provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)