Substance Abuse

Substance Abuse Specialists in Jacksonville and Punta Gorda, FL

AAre you currently battling substance abuse? Over 19 million American adults (aged 12 and older) battled a substance use disorder in 2017. Beginning the recovery process of addiction is as simple as starting a treatment program with your local psychiatrist.

Pacifica Care and Pacifica Care of Suncoast offer comprehensive care to help you recover. When you are ready to get the treatment that you need, our substance abuse specialists in Jacksonville and Punta Gorda, Florida are here to serve you. Effective change starts with holding yourself accountable.

What Is Substance Abuse?

Using drugs on a regular basis can be harmful to your health and classifies as substance abuse. Most people use it as a way to alter your mood, but it can also cloud your judgment, distort your perceptions, and alter your reaction times. This puts you at risk of accident or injury.



In addition to creating problems with your overall health, substance abuse can also jeopardize your relationships, your career, and your educational pursuits.

Common Symptoms of Substance Abuse

Determining whether you are abusing substances has telltale signs for an individual. Here are a few of the symptoms:

  - Regular need to use the drug and have it available
  - Needing more to have the same effect or taking it for longer periods of time
  - Cutting back on normal activities due to drug use
  - Behavioral changes
  - Inability to cease use of a drug, and withdrawal symptoms when attempting to stop

Treatment Options for PTSD

At Pacifica Care and Pacifica Care of Suncoast, we offer customizable recovery programs for those who are dealing with substance abuse, both drug use, and alcoholism. Our comprehensive programs include one-to-one counseling, weekly meetings, and medication. If you are experiencing any negative symptoms in relation to your drug use, we encourage you to schedule an appointment with us today. Our team of substance abuse specialists is dedicated to providing the support that you need.

Searching for relief?

Schedule a consultation with our Psychiatrists & Mental Health Professionals today.