Addiction Services
Substance Use Treatment in Pasco, Pinellas, Hernando, and Hillsborough Counties
Substance Use Disorders
Addiction is a chronic disease which affects approximately one in six Americans. The ongoing or frequent use of alcohol or drugs can cause a significant impact on a person’s life physically, mentally and/or socially. While symptoms of addiction may be different for each person, there are some common signs and symptoms:
- Substances are used in large amounts and often over long periods of time
- Continued use of drugs or alcohol despite experiencing negative consequences
- Attempts to stop or lessen use of substances fail
- Strong want or need to use the substance
- Failure to handle usual responsibilities
- Missing work or school
- Home environment suffers including conflict with loved ones
- Trouble understanding or relating to other people
- Substance used in harmful or dangerous situations
- Poor sleep, hygiene and eating habits
- Change in appearance, personality or attitude
- Keeping secrets or lying
- Legal or financial problems
While there isn’t a cure for addiction, recovery is possible with treatment and long-term management of the disease. If you or a loved one is experiencing any of the signs or symptoms above, it is important to talk to a behavioral health professional for an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.
BayCare Addiction Services
BayCare Behavioral Health is here to assist youth and adults struggling with addiction and substance use disorders. BayCare provides comprehensive and individualized addiction treatment options for those experiencing signs and symptoms listed above related to opiate, alcohol, or other substance use.
BayCare offers a variety of resources and specialized services, so you and your loved ones can get help when you need it.
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Detoxification and Crisis StabilizationImmediate detoxification, triage, stabilization and inpatient care provided for adults who are experiencing serious and acute substance use and/or mental health symptoms.
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Residential Treatment-Community Recovery Center (CRC)CRC is a six- to nine-month treatment program for adults struggling with chronic substance use. This program uses a structured rehabilitation-oriented approach modeled known as a Therapeutic Community (TC).
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Outpatient ProgramsBayCare’s outpatient program utilizes a harm-reduction approach which includes evaluation, treatment planning, individual and group therapy, access to Medication Assisted Treatment and Peer Recovery Support. In addition, BayCare offers programs for specialty populations including Veterans, child welfare involved families, criminal justice/diversion.
Listen To Our Podcasts

Addiction Part 1: The Science Behind Addiction
Addiction is a multifactorial disease process that affects far too many people. In Part 1 of this two-part series, addiction psychiatrist Dr. Jason Fields explains the science behind addiction, what it does to the brain and the history of the opioid crisis.Listen to Part 2 of our addiction series on Treatment and the Role of Spirituality in Recovery
Learn more about behavioral health services at BayCareIf you or a loved one is experiencing addiction, get connected with a BayCare provider at (877) 850-9613 or call 211 for resources.

Addiction Part 2: Treatment and Role of Spirituality in Recovery
Treatment is available and recovery is possible for those struggling with addiction. In Part 2 of this two-part series, addiction psychiatrist Dr. Jason Fields shares the variety of treatment options available and how spirituality can help recovery.Listen to Part 1 of our addiction series on The Science Behind AddictionLearn more about behavioral health services at BayCareIf you or a loved one is experiencing addiction, get connected with a BayCare provider at (877) 850-9613 or call 211 for resources.

Medication-Assisted Treatment for Substance Use
BayCare's Medication-Assisted Treatment program is available at the following locations:

Coordinated Opiate Recovery (CORe) Program
For those who have experienced an overdose in Hernando or Pasco Counties, BayCare’s CORe team works closely with Fire Rescue and Hospital emergency rooms to connect individuals and families with the treatment and community resources they need to help disrupt the cycle of addiction and overdose including BayCare addiction services, sober living assistance and transportation services for medical appointments.
- Pasco County - (727) 315-8715
- Hernando County - (352) 467-6107
Additional Resources
Request a Referral for a Behavioral Health Specialist
Fill out the form or call (877) 850-9613, and we'll help you find a behavioral health specialist that can support you with the inpatient, outpatient or telehealth/online services you need.
If you're in a crisis situation and need immediate help, call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.