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Thrive IRC

Vero Beach, FL

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Telehealth

Outpatient · Telehealth center · in Vero Beach, FL · Serves adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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Direct line to Thrive IRC: 772-770-4811

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About Thrive IRC

Thrive IRC, formerly Substance Awareness Center, focuses on protecting and empowering communities through prevention work, education, and recovery services. They offer prevention programs, day treatment, outpatient services, recovery housing, and a family program to support loved ones of individuals with substance use disorders. They also offer drug testing services at their Vero Beach and Sabastian office locations.
Thrive IRC offers certified peer recovery specialists who empower individuals to maintain lasting recovery through their own lived experiences. Peers provide mentorship, education, and encouragement to help individuals stay engaged in recovery. Thrive IRC also offers a structured recovery housing program where residents can benefit from living in a supportive community while developing life and employment skills.
Their Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) program offers free support for loved ones of individuals with substance use disorders. The program equips individuals with important skills to support their loved ones while maintaining their own well-being.

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: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Outpatient · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: Community Service Block Grants; Cash or self-payment; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

2300 5th Avenue, Vero Beach, FL 32960

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Facility direct line

772-770-4811

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Thrive IRC accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call 772-770-4811 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 Thrive IRC offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment.
Does Thrive IRC have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does Thrive IRC use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior 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 Thrive IRC?
Call the facility directly at 772-770-4811 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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