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Mental health and wellness

Mental health is just as important as physical health. It includes your emotional, psychological and social well-being. With the right diagnosis and treatments, you can get what you need to live as healthy and happy a life as possible.

Behavioral health center in Fort Pierce, Florida

Mental health conditions are just as important as physical ones and should be treated with the same level of compassion, expertise and dedication.

That's why we provide comprehensive behavioral health services, including inpatient and outpatient treatment options, at HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital. Our adult inpatient unit offers comprehensive short-term psychiatric services for mental health conditions that require hospitalization.

Mental health conditions we treat

We treat a range of behavioral health issues, including:

  • Addiction
  • Adjustment problems
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Depression
  • Grief and loss
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship problems
  • Stress management issues
  • Trauma

We can also treat these symptoms of mental health conditions:

  • Consistent feelings of sadness
  • Excessive worry or fear
  • Extreme changes in eating habits, sleep patterns or energy levels
  • Hallucinations or loss of reality
  • Outbursts of anger or violence
  • Prolonged confusion
  • Withdrawal from family, friends or hobbies

Our behavioral health center's services

We can treat some behavioral health issues using talk therapy. More severe conditions, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, may require hospitalization. Treatment options we offer include:

  • Crisis stabilization
  • Daily sessions with your psychiatrist
  • Education
  • Family sessions
  • Individual and group psychotherapy
  • Medication management

We'll tailor treatment to your individual needs with a focus on helping restore your mental health and well-being.

Inpatient mental health care

Our freestanding, 24-bed adult inpatient unit provides a safe, supportive, therapeutic environment where we can assess your psychiatric needs. The voluntary inpatient program spans four to six weeks and gives you access to:

  • Group, individual and family therapy sessions
  • Groups facilitated by licensed clinicians and mental health professionals
  • Medication management
  • Three group meetings (meals are provided) every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday

Outpatient mental health care

We recommend our adult intensive outpatient program (IOP) for people who need a more intensive level of care than traditional outpatient treatment. Our IOP offers the support you need to make important changes and be your best self.

We meet Monday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 8:30am to noon. Each treatment day, patients attend three hours of group psychotherapy. Individual and family sessions are also available.

Types of therapy in our IOP

We use a wide range of therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive processing therapy, to address behavioral health conditions. IOP can help stabilize symptoms, improve functioning and reduce your risk of hospitalization. We also provide ongoing support to help people transition from inpatient to outpatient care.

More information about our IOP

For more information about the IOP or to schedule an intake evaluation, call our behavioral health center at (772) 466-1500.

Causes of mental illness

Factors that contribute to behavioral health issues include:

  • A family history of mental illness
  • Alcohol or drug use
  • Brain injury
  • Stress
  • Toxic exposure
  • Traumatic experiences

If you suspect a mental health issue with yourself or someone you know, we're ready to provide the care you need. Seek a professional consultation right away.


Our Mental health and wellness Locations

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Lawnwood Hospital
1700 S 23rd St
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
 (772) 461 - 4000

Currently Viewing:

Lawnwood Hospital
1700 S 23rd St
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
 (772) 461 - 4000
JFK North Hospital
2201 45th St
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
 (561) 842-6141

48.9 miles

Woodmont Hospital Mental Health and Wellness
7425 North University Drive
Tamarac, FL 33321
 (954) 724 - 6506

84.4 miles

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