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The Wave of North Florida

Lake City, FL

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient PHP MAT Dual Dx

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Lake City, FL · Accepts Private · TRICARE · Serves seniors.

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About The Wave of North Florida

The Wave of North Florida helps individuals seek real, lasting healing from addiction, co-occurring mental health challenges or both. With a supportive detox, residential program, and outpatient care, clients are given structure and evidence-based treatment to address the root causes of their struggles. With a blend of clinical therapy and meaningful human connection, clients address and begin to heal their primary concern.
The Wave of North Florida is more than a treatment center—it’s a lifeline of hope and healing for those facing addiction and co-occurring mental health challenges. They walk alongside individuals who are ready to confront the deeper struggles beneath their substance use. Their ideal clients are those who are motivated to make meaningful shifts in their lives—people who are tired of just surviving and are ready for more. Through science-backed therapies and holistic wellness, the team helps clients address the root causes of their pain and build resilience.
Healing begins the moment clients arrive at The Wave. With a warm atmosphere, clients experience privacy and peace. The bedrooms are private or semi-private filled with soft linens and calming decor. The campus layout is intentionally designed to support comfort and safety, with dedicated spaces for men and women. Outside, clients are surrounded by gardens, walking paths, and open skies. And nearby natural treasures like Ichetucknee Springs and Osceola National Forest offer opportunities for outdoor healing that mirrors the growth happening within.
The Wave knows that transitioning back to everyday life can be one of the most vulnerable times in a person’s life, so they place a strong emphasis on aftercare and relapse prevention. From ongoing therapy referrals and peer support, to practical strategies for navigating the real world, they equip clients with the tools and confidence they need.

Classified as multi-setting mental health facility (e.g., non-hospital residential plus either outpatient and/or partial hospitalization/day treatment). private for-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: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment, Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Cognitive remediation therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy
Age groups
Young Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Loxapine, Perphenazine, Pimozide, Prochlorperazine, Thiothixene, Thioridazine, Trifluoperazine + 15 more
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Verify coverage
Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

507 NW Hall of Fame Drive, Lake City, FL 32055

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Facility direct line

(855) 207-7571

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Wave of North Florida accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (855) 207-7571 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other FL centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does The Wave of North Florida offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, PHP, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment, Residential/24-hour residential. 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 The Wave of North Florida have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders.
What therapy methods does The Wave of North Florida use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Cognitive remediation therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at The Wave of North Florida?
Call the facility directly at (855) 207-7571 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: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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