Brighten Bay

5300 Dunn Road, Fort Pierce, FL 34981

1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Brighten Bay

  • Location: Fort Pierce, FL
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR) and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Brighten Bay

On a ranch setting in Fort Pierce, Florida, Brighten Bay is a residential program treating women with eating disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. The 2.5 acre campus provides a tranquil and relaxing environment where women can enjoy nature and foster a sense of community during the recovery process. They have access to walking trails, a pool, and several outdoor lounge spaces that help create a space where women can relax and focus on healing.
The multidisciplinary team at Brighten Bay uses evidence-based therapies to provide comprehensive and personalized treatment, catered to the unique needs of each client. Nutrition counseling is a core component of the program, with clients spending time in the kitchen daily doing planning and meal prep work. Other therapies include acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), eye movement therapy (EMDR), equine therapy, and expressive arts. Brighten Bay seeks to empower their clients and help them create lasting change for long-term recovery.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Brighten Bay provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Women Women only

Amenities & Features

Access to Nature
Outdoor Lounge
Pool
Gardens
Walking Trails

Services Offered

Mental health treatment
Residential/24-hour residential
Residential treatment center (RTC) for adults
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Private for-profit organization
Medicaid Private health insurance Cash or self-payment
Seniors or older adults Active duty military Members of military families Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma Persons with eating disorders Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Seniors
Vaping not permitted
Diet and exercise counseling

What to Expect at Brighten Bay

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 30 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Brighten Bay offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Brighten Bay works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

5300 Dunn Road, Fort Pierce, FL, 34981

Quick Facts

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Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Personalized Treatment Trauma Informed

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders

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Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

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Frequently Asked Questions

Brighten Bay accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Brighten Bay offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR). Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in FL or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 30 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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