Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is an evidence-based approach that combines medication and counseling to help individuals reduce cravings, manage withdrawal symptoms, and build a foundation for long-term recovery from opioid addiction. At Lakeview Center, MAT is delivered with a whole-person approach—addressing both the physical and emotional aspects of substance use in a supportive, confidential environment. Through our partnership with the Florida CORE Network, we’re able to offer MAT services in Walton County at no cost, increasing access to care and helping more individuals take the first step toward recovery.

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Our team works with you to develop personalized, effective treatment plans to address substance misuse, coupled with co-occurring behavioral health issues. Our comprehensive treatment includes medication and therapy.
To help those struggling with opioid misuse, our outpatient program includes medication-assisted treatment. Medication-Assisted Treatment is an evidence-based model that uses FDA approved medication to help individuals maintain sobriety and decrease withdrawal symptoms while in recovery.

Program questions or assistance (Walton County):
850-332-6371.

The Lakeview Center Mobile Response Team (MRT) serves Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa and Walton counties. MRT provides 24/7 intervention and support and is available to respond within 60 minutes via telephone triage or in-person. We can come to you. In addition to helping individuals, we partner with local law enforcement, schools, emergency rooms and other providers. MRT also provides after-care to ensure a smooth transition to the appropriate support services.

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Lakeview Center’s Community Action Team (CAT) is designed to function as a “hospital without walls,” with frequent therapy (at least weekly), intensive case management and support services provided by mentors and a nurse. CAT serves the entire family system to include any siblings and parents, utilizing a wraparound model of care. The goal is to help the child/adolescent and family become successful in the environment where they live, preventing the need for residential treatment.

In Walton County, CAT serves youth ages 11 to 21.

Program questions or assistance (Walton County):
850-635-2775

Located in DeFuniak Springs near Lakeview Center of Walton County, this center is a residential treatment program for women struggling with substance misuse. Our team helps women, primarily those who are pregnant or postpartum. Mother and child can remain together during this crucial time.

Mailing address:
79 North Davis Lane
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433

New client registration:

• Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
• Phone: 850-892-8030 for information or speak with our administrative care manager at 850-974-9212

Services and related links:
Drug and alcohol addiction treatment

Lakeview Center of Walton County also provides daily psychosocial rehabilitation. The goal is to restore the skills and abilities necessary for independent living by promoting:

• Development and maintenance of daily living skills
• Food planning and preparation
• Money management
• Maintaining a living environment
• Appropriate use of community services

The program helps individuals who have a mental health diagnosis and require medically necessary behavioral health community support services, while exhibiting one of the following symptoms severe enough to cause significant impairment in daily functioning:

• Psychiatric
• Behavioral or cognitive
• Addictive behavior
• Clinical conditions

Hours: Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. until noon

Phone: 850-892-8055