New Horizons of the Treasure Coast (Okeechobee)

Address

1600 SW 2nd Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34972

(863) 462-0040

http://www.nhtcinc.org

AKA:

Okeechobee Outpatient Office

Description:

Provides a broad range of mental and drug abuse services in Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, St. Lucie counties. Agency services are available to all residents and visitors in its service area. The principal criterion for receiving a service is need. Services are provided to individuals who voluntarily request them, and the agency also operates in accordance with Florida's alcohol, drug abuse, and mental health laws to provide evaluation and treatment on an involuntary basis. Client fees are assessed on a sliding scale based on income and family size. Accepted methods of payment include most insurance, Medicaid and Medicare.

Hours:

Monday-Friday / 8 am-6 pm

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

April 20, 2023

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

1600 SW 2nd Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34972

Mailing

1600 SW 2ND AVE
Okeechobee, FL 34972

Contacts

Taefa Mills

Primary Contact

Program Manager

(772) 672-8483

tmills@nhtcinc.org

Phone Numbers

MAIN SITE PHONE

(863) 462-0040

Fax

(863) 462-0044

Psychiatric Mobile Response Teams Phone

(772) 468-3909

Toll-Free Psychiatric Mobile Reponse Teams

(888) 468-5600

Special Notes/Funding

Psychiatric Medical Services

Description

Outpatient Counseling Services provide services for men and women for crisis interventions, diagnostic evaluation, medication medication, and other treatment recommendations. Discharge from Inpatient unit ideally results in seamless transition into community with referral for follow-up care. Comprehensive bio psychosocial evaluations are conducted. Based upon the evaluation and diagnosis, the appropriate treatment will be provided for individuals, couples and families. These services are rendered by physicians, nurse practitioners and licensed mental health providers. The Outpatient Centers are conveniently located throughout our four county service area. Hours are Monday through Friday 8AM to 6PM. Evening hours vary at each center. For additional information call the location nearest you. 709 S 5th Street, Fort Pierce, 34950, (772) 672-8600 4500 W Midway Road, Fort Pierce, 34981, (772) 672-8408 1111 SE Federal Hwy, Suite 230, Stuart, 34994, (772) 221-4088 1600 SW 2nd Ave, Okeechobee, 34972, (863) 462-0040 1910 82nd Avenue, Suite 202, Vero Beach, 32966, (772) 778-7217

Hours

Monday-Friday / 8 am-6 pm; Evening hours vary at each location.

Eligibility

Contact by phone for information.

Fees

Sliding scale, Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance.

Intake Procedure

Contact by phone. Clients may be referred by family, a community agency, the courts, or may be self-referred.

Languages

English.

Service Area

Martin County, Indian River County, Okeechobee County, Saint Lucie County

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Florida
    • Indian River County
      • Martin County
        • Okeechobee County
          • Saint Lucie County

          Telephone Numbers

          Number:
          863-462-0040
          Type:
          Service Phone
          Name:
          MAIN SITE PHONE
          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (RP-5000.1400) and related services within the Service Tree.

          Description

          Outpatient Counseling Services provide services for men and women for crisis interventions, diagnostic evaluation, medication medication, and other treatment recommendations. Discharge from Inpatient unit ideally results in seamless transition into community with referral for follow-up care. Comprehensive bio psychosocial evaluations are conducted. Based upon the evaluation and diagnosis, the appropriate treatment will be provided for individuals, couples and families. These services are rendered by physicians, nurse practitioners and licensed mental health providers. The Outpatient Centers are conveniently located throughout our four county service area. Hours are Monday through Friday 8AM to 6PM. Evening hours vary at each center. For additional information call the location nearest you. 709 S 5th Street, Fort Pierce, 34950, (772) 672-8600 4500 W Midway Road, Fort Pierce, 34981, (772) 672-8408 1111 SE Federal Hwy, Suite 230, Stuart, 34994, (772) 221-4088 1600 SW 2nd Ave, Okeechobee, 34972, (863) 462-0040 1910 82nd Avenue, Suite 202, Vero Beach, 32966, (772) 778-7217

          Hours

          Monday-Friday / 8 am-6 pm; Evening hours vary at each location.

          Eligibility

          Contact by phone for information.

          Fees

          Sliding scale, Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance.

          Intake Procedure

          Contact by phone. Clients may be referred by family, a community agency, the courts, or may be self-referred.

          Languages

          English.

          Service Area

          Martin County, Indian River County, Okeechobee County, Saint Lucie County

          Geography Served

            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

          • Florida
            • Indian River County
              • Martin County
                • Okeechobee County
                  • Saint Lucie County

                  Telephone Numbers

                  Number:
                  863-462-0040
                  Type:
                  Service Phone
                  Name:
                  MAIN SITE PHONE
                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (RM-6500.1500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                  Special Notes/Funding

                  Adult Case Management Services

                  Description

                  Provides coordination of services to adults with a mental illness who may also have a co-occurring substance abuse disorder. A wide range of therapeutic interventions are provided to individuals who need multiple services and supports, and who lack a natural support system to assist them in their recovery. Services may include; assistance with securing and maintaining housing, referrals to internal and external services, education to family and significant others to facilitate a better understanding of mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders. Ongoing monitoring is also provided to evaluate the need for interventions to prevent relapse and maintain the individual in a community setting whenever possible.

                  Hours

                  Monday-Friday / 8 am-6 pm

                  Eligibility

                  Contact by phone for information.

                  Fees

                  Sliding scale, Medicaid, private insurance.

                  Intake Procedure

                  Contact by phone.

                  Languages

                  English and interpretive services available.

                  Service Area

                  Martin County, Indian River County, Okeechobee County, Saint Lucie County

                  Geography Served

                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                  • Florida
                    • Okeechobee County
                    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (RP-6400.8000-600) and related services within the Service Tree.

                    Special Notes/Funding

                    Injection Clinic

                    Description

                    Serves clients who due to non-compliance with oral medications, recieve long acting injectable medications. The clinic provides a properly trained nurse, who administers the injectable in a safe, clean environment.

                    Hours

                    Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm; appointments Friday / 9 am-1 pm only

                    Eligibility

                    Anyone who is prescribe an LAI by New Horizon provider is eligible for the Injection Clinic regardless of insurance.

                    Fees

                    Contact by phone.

                    Intake Procedure

                    Contact by phone to make appointment.

                    Languages

                    English, Spanish, Creole.

                    Service Area

                    Indian River County, Martin County, Okeechobee County, Saint Lucie County

                    Geography Served

                      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                    • Florida
                      • Indian River County
                        • Martin County
                          • Okeechobee County
                            • Saint Lucie County

                            Telephone Numbers

                            Number:
                            863-462-0040
                            Type:
                            Service Phone
                            Name:
                            MAIN SITE PHONE
                            Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (RP-6400.8000-650) and related services within the Service Tree.

                            Special Notes/Funding

                            Mobile Crisis Response Team

                            Description

                            Provides mobile crisis intervention. Will go to client only when escorted by law enforcement. Services also include follow-up as needed to promote crisis resolution, evaluation and arrangement for inpatient hospitalization if necessary. Mobile Crisis services are provided by trained mental health professionals in an effort to provide safe alternatives to involuntary admissions to treatment facilities.

                            Hours

                            Every day / 24 hours

                            Eligibility

                            Services for people who are experiencing crisis as determined by a law enforcement official, emergency room staff or school officials. The Mobile Crisis Team does not respond to direct referrals.

                            Fees

                            No charge for evaluation.

                            Intake Procedure

                            Contact by phone. Will go to client only when escorted by law enforcement.

                            Languages

                            English, Spanish, Creole.

                            Service Area

                            St. Lucie County, Martin County, Indian River County, Okeechobee County

                            Geography Served

                              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                            • Florida
                              • Okeechobee County

                              Telephone Numbers

                              Number:
                              772-468-3909
                              Type:
                              Service Phone
                              Name:
                              Psychiatric Mobile Response Teams Phone
                              Number:
                              888-468-5600
                              Type:
                              Service Phone
                              Name:
                              Toll-Free Psychiatric Mobile Reponse Teams
                              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (RP-1500.3400-650) and related services within the Service Tree.

                              Special Notes/Funding

                              Student Assistance Program

                              Description

                              A substance abuse prevention program designed to promote bonding to family, school, non-drug using peers and the community for children in grades K-12. Services are school base. Students receive education elated to drug use and counselors work with the students to improve communication skills, enhance problem solving skills, and to develop positive coping kills. Counselors work with school staff and the students in working to decrease risk factors associated with drug use and increase their protective factors. Services are available in specified schools.

                              Hours

                              Monday-Friday / 8 am -5 pm

                              Eligibility

                              Contact by phone for information.

                              Fees

                              No fees charged.

                              Intake Procedure

                              Contact by phone.

                              Languages

                              English, Spanish, Creole.

                              Service Area

                              Indian River County, Martin County, Okeechobee County, Saint Lucie County

                              Geography Served

                                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                              • Florida
                                • Indian River County
                                  • Martin County
                                    • Okeechobee County
                                      • Saint Lucie County

                                      Telephone Numbers

                                      Number:
                                      863-462-0040
                                      Type:
                                      Service Phone
                                      Name:
                                      MAIN SITE PHONE
                                      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (RX-8250) and related services within the Service Tree.

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