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Brighten Bay

Fort Pierce, FL

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient
Specializes in Veterans · Military Trauma-Informed Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults Eating Disorders Serious Mental Illness

Inpatient center · in Fort Pierce, FL · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves veterans, seniors, trauma survivors.

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What happens when you call

  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
  • Live person — no voicemail, 24/7
  • Insurance verified in minutes

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Key takeaways for Brighten Bay

  • Inpatient offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Private insurance
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Fort Pierce, FL

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About Brighten Bay

On a ranch setting in Fort Pierce, Florida, Brighten Bay is a residential program treating women with eating disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. The 2.5 acre campus provides a tranquil and relaxing environment where women can enjoy nature and foster a sense of community during the recovery process. They have access to walking trails, a pool, and several outdoor lounge spaces that help create a space where women can relax and focus on healing.
The multidisciplinary team at Brighten Bay uses evidence-based therapies to provide comprehensive and personalized treatment, catered to the unique needs of each client. Nutrition counseling is a core component of the program, with clients spending time in the kitchen daily doing planning and meal prep work. Other therapies include acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), eye movement therapy (EMDR), equine therapy, and expressive arts. Brighten Bay seeks to empower their clients and help them create lasting change for long-term recovery.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for adults. private for-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: May 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Brighten Bay at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Inpatient

Service settings

Residential/24-hour residential

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale

Age groups accepted

Young Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Seniors or older adults, Active duty military, Members of military families, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with eating disorders, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)

Facility operation

Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

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Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

Coverage details →

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

5300 Dunn Road, Fort Pierce, FL 34981

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Facility direct line

(772) 732-6141

Photos

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Brighten Bay accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Brighten Bay accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific FL Medicaid plan. Call (772) 732-6141 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Brighten Bay offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does Brighten Bay have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Seniors or older adults, Active duty military, Members of military families, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with eating disorders, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does Brighten Bay use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Brighten Bay?
Call the facility directly at (772) 732-6141 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: May 2026. Editorial policy.

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