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Gulf Coast Recovery Center

St. Petersburg, FL

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Dual Dx Telehealth
Specializes in Veterans · Military Dual Diagnosis Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults

Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in St. Petersburg, FL · Accepts Medicaid · Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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Call helpline: +1 (888) 217-3077

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

Facility direct line available in the contact section below.

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Key takeaways for Gulf Coast Recovery Center

  • Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Private insurance, TRICARE / VA
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in St. Petersburg, FL

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

About Gulf Coast Recovery Center

Gulf Coast Recovery Center offers a full continuum of care with a focus on sustainable, lifelong recovery. With many staff members having personal recovery experiences, they bring a unique, empathetic perspective to client care. The team combines an accommodating, personalized approach with exceptional structure and accountability to treat primary mental health and co-occurring substance use.
Gulf Coast offers a variety of outpatient treatment options including day treatment., day and evening intensive outpatient programs (IOP), lower level outpatient, and virtual treatment options. Outpatient services include individual therapy, medication management, holistic therapies, group sessions, and skill-building, all aimed at providing a well-rounded experience to support lifelong recovery. The center also offers Brainspotting therapy, a cutting-edge psychotherapy that combines Somatic Experiencing (SE) and EMDR to identify and address trauma through eye movement patterns, helping patients heal at a deeper neurological level.
A short walk from St. Pete Beach in Tampa Bay, this center offers a tranquil environment for patients to focus solely on their recovery and comfort. Gulf Coast Recovery’s top priority is to supply their patients with a sense of safety and support to ensure the best results for long term recovery.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

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

Gulf Coast Recovery Center at a Glance

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

Levels of care

Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth

Service settings

Outpatient

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma

Recovery support services

Housing services, Mentoring/peer support

Facility operation

Private non-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

Coverage details →

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

Coverage details →

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Coverage details →

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Other State funds; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

6501 1st Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33707

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Facility direct line

(813) 755-8864

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Gulf Coast Recovery Center accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Gulf Coast Recovery Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific FL Medicaid plan. Call (813) 755-8864 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Gulf Coast Recovery Center offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Gulf Coast Recovery Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does Gulf Coast Recovery Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Gulf Coast Recovery Center?
Call the facility directly at (813) 755-8864 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (888) 217-3077) 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: June 2026. Editorial policy.

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