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Transformations by the Gulf

Saint Petersburg, FL

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient PHP IOP MAT

Inpatient · PHP · IOP · MAT center · in Saint Petersburg, FL · Accepts Private · TRICARE · Serves trauma survivors.

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About Transformations by the Gulf

Accredited by the Joint Commission, Transformations by the Gulf offer 30, 60, and 90 day programs where clients can break free from addiction. Programs are gender-specific, focusing on the unique needs of the individual. Transformations blends evidence-based therapies with the core values of 12-Step principles including respect, compassion, spirituality, self-accountability, honesty, transparency, open-mindedness and willingness to change. Transformations by the Gulf offers a wide range of holistic treatment options, including nutrition counseling, acupuncture, yoga, personal fitness training, light and sound neurotherapy, and Tai Chi. With Transformations idiclic location, clients can also enjoy boat therapy, and have fun under the sun.
Transformations by the Gulf provides comfortable housing situated just blocks from the beautiful St Pete Beach, Florida. Each house comes fully furnished with a modern and fully equipped kitchen.

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use 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 · IOP · MAT
Service settings
Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Short-term residential
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Young adults, Adult women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Clients who have experienced trauma
Medications used
Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Clonidine, Medication for mental disorders, Nicotine replacement
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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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

7217 Gulf Boulevard, Saint Petersburg, FL 33706

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Facility direct line

(727) 498-6498

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Transformations by the Gulf accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (727) 498-6498 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 Transformations by the Gulf offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, PHP, IOP, MAT. Service settings include: Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Short-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.
Does Transformations by the Gulf have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Adult women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does Transformations by the Gulf use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Transformations by the Gulf?
Call the facility directly at (727) 498-6498 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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