Get structured addiction treatment while maintaining employment security through FMLA benefits.
Deciding to seek rehab in South Florida is one of the bravest steps you can take, and worrying about your job while you do it shouldn’t have to be part of the equation. Addiction and withdrawal can leave you experiencing cognitive fog, mood instability, physical exhaustion, and disrupted sleep, all of which can make holding your professional life together feel impossible. You need the space to focus on recovery, and understanding how to protect your job while doing so with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a legitimate concern. We hear these questions often:
Will my employer find out I’m in rehab?
What if I lose my job or my position while I’m in treatment?
Am I eligible for FMLA, or will I be turned away?
Can I afford to take unpaid leave on top of the cost of treatment?
Your concerns about your livelihood are valid, and they speak to everything you’re trying to protect. You deserve a program that helps you get well without dismantling the life you’re working to rebuild.
At Renaissance Recovery in South Florida, we appreciate that recovery happens in the context of real lives, real jobs, and real responsibilities. Our team helps guide you through the FMLA process so you can access the time off you’re legally entitled to with confidence and clarity.
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FMLA Rehab in South Florida helps clients recover from substance use or mental health challenges while maintaining employment and family responsibilities. Research shows local participants in structured programs achieve a 39% higher adherence to treatment plans and improved daily functioning. In these programs, District Behavioral Health provides personalized therapy, counseling, and practical exercises designed to address workplace stress, family demands, and real-world recovery needs.
Key Benefits:
Tailored care plans: Support recovery within work and family schedules
Counseling sessions: Reduce stress and develop coping strategies
Practical exercises: Apply skills to daily routines and responsibilities
This level of care is effective because it integrates recovery with daily life, teaching participants strategies for stress management, emotional regulation, and relapse prevention. FMLA rehab in South Florida supports long-term stability, helping clients maintain employment, strengthen relationships, and achieve sustainable recovery. District Behavioral Health clients can also access other locations nationwide if the local program isn’t the best fit, ensuring consistent, high-quality care.
Our clean, modern facilities are set in calming environments that support recovery. Clients enjoy outdoor activities, scenic surroundings, local dining, and a supportive sober community.
Short-distance travel for FMLA Rehab in South Florida can improve engagement by 3.8 times, allowing clients to participate in therapy consistently while gaining relief from daily stressors. A new environment encourages focused recovery and structured routines.
District Behavioral Health clients have the option to receive excellent care across the country, in an environment best tailored to their growth. This way, if treatment in South Florida isn’t the right fit, they’re able to find the same, quality mental health and addiction treatment District Behavioral Health is known for at one of our other locations. Programs emphasize stress management, coping strategies, and structured therapy tailored to workplace-related challenges.
Benefits of traveling for FMLA Rehab include:
Focused therapy free from work distractions
Supportive, structured environment
Access to clinicians specializing in workplace stress
Opportunities to practice coping strategies in a safe setting
Renewed motivation through a fresh environment
Traveling allows clients to step away from stressors, engage fully in therapy, and strengthen coping skills to maintain long-term mental and emotional stability.
Confidential treatment services
Structured therapy schedules
Medical evaluation services
Outpatient treatment options
Our Drug rehab programs at & our other facilities under District Behavioral Health Group offer a full continuum of care, including medical detox, inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and standard outpatient (OP) services. Whether you’re looking for structured care or flexible support, drug rehab options are designed to meet a range of needs.
Rehab Admission Process: Step-by-Step | |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Share your story: Connect with us and let us understand your background, challenges, and goals for recovery. |
| Step 2 | Complete a simple pre-screening: Answer a few questions so we can assess your needs and coverage. |
| Step 3 | Get your personalized treatment plan: We’ll recommend the program best suited to your situation and goals. |
| Step 4 | Coordinate your journey: Our team helps you arrange travel, admissions details, and next steps. |
| Step 5 | Begin your recovery: Arrive at your chosen facility and start the healing process with confidence. |
| Staff Member | Position Title | Certification and/or Master |
|---|---|---|
| Alina Nejadian | Clinical Director | LMFT |
| Dr. Matthew D’urso | Clinical Director (RR FL) | Ph. D |
| Brooke Whitfield-Fattovich | Clinical Therapist (RR FL) | LMHC |
| Caitlin Garcia | Program Director | CADC-II |
| Krista Muldoon | Therapist | AMFT |
| Erika Reitz | Therapist | AMFT |
| Valanda German | Therapist | APCC, AMFT |
| Tonya Parker | Therapist | ASW |
| Ricky Albillar | Case Manager | SUDCC II |
| Marcus Harper | Case Manager | RADT |
| Jon Bacak | Case Manager | SUDRC |
| Carey Yath | Case Manager | RADT |
| Kayla Matino | Operations Manager | CADC 1 |
| Leah McGuire-Berning | Operations Lead | RADT |
| Chance Lyons | Operations Support | SUDRC |
| Alijah Lott | Human Resources Coordinator | B.S. |
Addictions Treats | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adderall addiction | Bath salts abuse | Dexedrine addiction | Kratom addiction | Opioid addiction |
| Ambien addiction | Barbiturate addiction | Halcion addiction | Lithium addiction | OxyContin abuse |
| Amphetamine addiction | Benzodiazepine addiction | Hydrocodone addiction | LSD addiction | Stimulants abuse |
| Alcohol addiction | Cocaine addiction | Inhalant addiction | Ritalin addiction | |
| Ativan addiction | Codeine addiction | Prescription drug addiction | Marijuana addiction | |
| Painkiller addiction | Percocet addiction | Ketamine abuse | Meth addiction | |
Addictions Treats | |
|---|---|
| Adderall addiction | Bath salts abuse |
| Ambien addiction | Barbiturate addiction |
| Amphetamine addiction | Benzodiazepine addiction |
| Alcohol addiction | Cocaine addiction |
| Ativan addiction | Codeine addiction |
| Painkiller addiction | Percocet addiction |
| Dexedrine addiction | Kratom addiction |
| Halcion addiction | Lithium addiction |
| Hydrocodone addiction | LSD addiction |
| Inhalant addiction | Ritalin addiction |
| Prescription drug addiction | Marijuana addiction |
| Ketamine abuse | Meth addiction |
| Opioid addiction | Stimulants abuse |
| OxyContin abuse | |
Levels of Addiction Treatment |
Medical detox |
Residential & inpatient addiction treatment |
Partial hospitalization program (PHP) |
Intensive outpatient program (IOP) |
Outpatient Program (OP) |
Aftercare rehabilitation services |
Drug Rehab Therapies | What They Are |
|---|---|
| Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) | Helps individuals recognize and change negative thought patterns that drive addictive behaviors. |
| Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) | Teaches emotional regulation, mindfulness, and coping skills to manage distress and improve relationships. |
| Motivational Interviewing (MI) | Encourages self-motivation by exploring personal goals and reducing ambivalence about change. |
| Contingency Management | Uses incentives and rewards to reinforce positive behaviors like staying sober. |
| 12-Step Facilitation | Provides structured peer support rooted in the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous and similar programs. |
| Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) | Uses guided eye movements to process and heal trauma linked to substance use. |
| Family Therapy | Involves loved ones in the recovery process to improve communication and repair relationships. |
| Group Therapy | Provides peer support, accountability, and shared learning in a guided therapeutic setting. |
| Holistic Therapy | Incorporates practices like yoga, meditation, art, and music to heal mind, body, and spirit. |
| Trauma-Informed Care | Addresses the role of past trauma in addiction and helps build healthy coping strategies. |
| Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) | Combines FDA-approved medications with counseling to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms. |
Accreditations & Licenses | |
|---|---|
| JCO | 2025 Registered |
| DHCS | 2025 Registered |
| LegitScript | 2025 Registered |
| AMFT | 3 |
| APCC | 1 |
| ASW | 1 |
| B.S. | 1 |
| CADC 1 | 1 |
| CADC-II | 1 |
| LMFT | 1 |
| LMHC | 1 |
| Ph. D | 1 |
| RADT | 3 |
| SUDCC II | 1 |
| SUDRC | 2 |
Specialized Rehab for Select Groups | ||
|---|---|---|
| 12 Step Drug & Alcohol Rehab | Faith Based Drug & Alcohol Rehab | Meth Rehab |
| Alcohol Rehab | Fentanyl Rehab | Opioid Rehab |
| Cocaine Rehab | First Responders Drug & Alcohol Rehab | Sober Living |
| Couples Drug & Alcohol Rehab & Detox | Heroine Rehab | Teen/Young Adults Drug & Alcohol Rehab |
| Device & Electronic Friendly Rehab | Kratom Rehab | Veterans Drug & Alcohol Rehab |
| Executive Drug & Alcohol Rehab | Men’s Drug & Alcohol Rehab & Detox | Women’s Drug & Alcohol Rehab & Detox |
| Short-term 7/10/14 rehab | 30/60/90 Day Rehab | Same-day emergency rehab |
With confidential care and coordinated documentation assistance, clients can focus fully on healing. The program reduces anxiety around job security and treatment accessibility.
District Behavioral Health provides FMLA Rehab in South Florida, helping clients manage substance use or mental health challenges while maintaining professional and family responsibilities. Structured therapy, counseling, and skill-building exercises connect participants with the appropriate level of care for long-term stability. Within these programs, District Behavioral Health delivers individualized therapy, group sessions, and practical strategies to address workplace stress, family responsibilities, and daily life challenges.
Trust Elements:
Licensed certifications: 17
Patients helped: 6000
Client reviews: 360 with a rating of 4.8
This level of care is ideal for adults balancing work, family, and recovery. Veterans, first responders, and faith-based clients are fully supported. For minors under 18, vetted partners provide age-appropriate care. FMLA Rehab in South Florida helps clients strengthen daily routines, manage responsibilities, and build practical tools for sustained recovery and stability.
Recovery rates improve with each level of care completed in the addiction treatment journey.
Most people struggling with substance use disorder who do not get treatment relapse within months.
Our treatment programs are all backed by the latest science in addiction treatment and are administered by expert clinicians.
CBT helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to addiction and mental health challenges. By learning practical coping strategies, clients gain healthier ways to manage stress and triggers in daily life.
DBT focuses on building emotional regulation, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. It is especially effective for those dealing with intense emotions, self-destructive behaviors, or co-occurring mental health conditions.
MAT combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral therapies to treat substance use disorders. This approach reduces cravings and withdrawal symptoms, helping clients stay engaged in recovery.
These sessions create a supportive environment where clients can share experiences, build communication skills, and strengthen relationships. Family involvement helps repair trust, improve understanding, and create a healthier foundation for recovery.
A supervised medical process that manages withdrawal symptoms to prepare individuals for ongoing treatment.
A live-in program that delivers intensive, round-the-clock care and therapy to address substance use or mental health disorders in a structured setting.
A structured, full-day treatment program that provides intensive therapy without requiring overnight stays.
A flexible treatment option offering several hours of therapy per week while allowing clients to maintain daily responsibilities.
A step-down level of care with scheduled therapy sessions that support continued recovery while living independently.
Ongoing support and resources that help individuals maintain long-term sobriety and stability after completing formal treatment.
Renaissance Recovery belongs to a trusted network of addiction & mental health recovery centers across the nation.
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Safe, medically supervised withdrawal over 3–10 days.
Intensive residential clinical therapy over 20–25 days.
Supervised care with more freedom than inpatient.
Structured support while returning to daily routines.
Roughly one hour a day, maintaining support day-to- day.
Independent living in a safe, structured sober residence.
Detox is the first step of the withdrawal treatment process. Clients will be medically monitored under 24/7 supervision as they go through withdrawal symptoms.
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