The sad reality is that substance abuse and addiction is often a major contributing factor to criminal behavior.
Proactive Engagement in Treatment for Defendants
The good news is many judges view a defendant’s proactive engagement in treatment as a sign of accountability, capacity for rehabilitation, and a genuine desire to change.
In addition to the personal and health benefits of recovery, participation in a qualified substance abuse program can be a powerful form of mitigation in criminal cases. It may help support a request for reduced charges, alternative sentencing (such as diversion, probation, or specialty courts), and in some circumstance may be used in lieu of otherwise mandatory incarcerative sentences.
While Showalter Law does not endorse or recommend any specific program, taking the initiative to seek help demonstrates responsibility and can significantly impact how a case is resolved. Below is a short list of treatment providers in the Tampa Bay area for informational purposes.
We encourage clients to explore these and consult with a medical or behavioral health professional to find a program that meets their needs.
Substance Abuse Treatment Programs Near Tampa, FL
- WhiteSands Treatment Center – Tampa, FL
whitesandstreatment.com
- Turning Point of Tampa – Tampa, FL
tpoftampa.com
- The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) – St. Petersburg, FL
stpetersburg.salvationarmyflorida.org/stpetersburg/adult-rehabilitation/
- Operation PAR – Multiple Locations in Tampa Bay Area
operationpar.org - Riverside Recovery of Tampa – Tampa, FL
rrtampa.com - River Oaks Treatment Center – Riverview, FL
riveroakstreatment.com - BoardPrep Recovery Center – Tampa, FL
boardpreprecovery.com - Guardian Recovery – Tampa, FL
curasouth.com - North Tampa Behavioral Health – Wesley Chapel, FL
northtampabehavioralhealth.com - Tampa Bay Recovery Center – St. Petersburg, FL
tampa-recovery.com - Sophros Recovery – Tampa, FL
sophrosrecovery.com - Footprints Beachside Recovery – Treasure Island, FL
footprintsbeachside.com - Clean Recovery Centers – Tampa, FL
cleanrecoverycenters.com - Phoenix House Florida – Citra, FL
phoenixfl.org - The Meadows – Tampa, FL
themeadows.com - BayCare Behavioral Health – Clearwater, FL
baycare.org/specialties-and-treatments/behavioral-health/ - La Amistad Behavioral Health Services – Maitland, FL
lamistad.com - The Recovery Village – Umatilla, FL
therecoveryvillage.com - Lifeskills South Florida – Deerfield Beach, FL
lifeskillssouthflorida.com- New Season Treatment Center – Multiple Locations Including Tampa, FL
- newseason.com
Understanding Treatment Options
- Inpatient (Residential) Treatment: Provides 24/7 care in a structured environment, suitable for individuals requiring intensive support.
- Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP): A step-down from inpatient care, offering intensive treatment during the day while patients return home at night.
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP): Provides a flexible treatment schedule, typically involving several hours of therapy multiple days a week.
- Outpatient Treatment: Allows individuals to live at home while attending scheduled treatment sessions.
If you are struggling with addiction and facing criminal charges, it’s important to consult both your attorney and a qualified healthcare professional. Together, they can help you identify treatment options that address your health needs while also supporting your legal defense.
The right program can improve your well-being and may also serve as a valuable form of mitigation in your case. If you have been charged with a crime and want to explore how entering treatment could benefit you personally and legally, contact Showalter Law. We’re here to guide you through that process and advocate for the best possible outcome.