At Real Recovery Solutions, evidence-based treatment guides every aspect of care. Evidence-based treatment means the therapies, interventions, and clinical practices used have been studied and tested and shown to be effective for individuals living with substance use disorder (SUD) and co-occurring disorders. These approaches are not selected based on trends, assumptions, or personal preference. They are chosen because research, clinical expertise, and real-world treatment outcomes consistently support their effectiveness.
In 2024, Florida saw 5,300 deaths from accidental overdose, with 395 from Hillsborough County alone. These numbers represent neighbors, family, and community, a community that needs accessible care tailored to every individual and grounded in research. Care that only Real Recovery can provide.
Rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all model, the Real Recovery Solutions clinical team uses research-supported methods to develop individualized treatment plans that address each client’s unique needs, challenges, and recovery goals.
Below are examples of what evidence-based treatments we offer at Real Recovery:
We use several research-supported therapeutic approaches that have demonstrated effectiveness in addiction and mental health treatment:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT): Helps clients break unhealthy thought patterns and build the behavioral habits necessary for lasting recovery.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT): Teaches practical skills for emotional regulation, mindfulness, and managing stress so clients can respond to life’s challenges without turning to substances.
Rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT): Helps clients identify and reframe irrational thought patterns, allowing them to shift focus toward healthier, more effective behaviors.
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR): A direct approach to processing traumatic memories, reducing their power to trigger addiction and helping clients move forward with a balanced perspective.
Accelerated resolution therapy (ART): Uses targeted techniques to replace negative mental images with positive ones, providing immediate tools to control reactions and manage stress.
Motivational interviewing (MI): Empowers clients to uncover their own internal motivation for change through guided reflection and supportive conversation.
Person-Centered therapy: Centers the recovery process on a trusting, collaborative relationship between client and therapist, creating a stable foundation for personal growth.
At Real Recovery Solutions, each case is reviewed every eight days to assess progress, treatment effectiveness, and necessary adjustments. This process allows the team to respond to changes in symptoms, goals, or risks. Progress is also tracked through treatment plan reviews and the Functional Assessment Rating Scale (FARS), administered at intake, during level-of-care transitions, and at discharge.
The FARS evaluates 13 areas, providing objective data to monitor changes and identify support needs. Combining clinical reviews with standardized assessments ensures that treatment is guided by measurable outcomes, providing clients with appropriate care throughout recovery.
Evidence-based recovery planning emphasizes continuity of care. Before leaving treatment, clients are encouraged to establish active connections within the recovery community. This often includes identifying a home group, attending mutual-support meetings, and developing relationships with sponsors, mentors, and other recovery supports.
Clients may be connected with recovery resources such as:
The goal is to ensure that individuals leave treatment with meaningful support systems already in place rather than having to build them on their own after discharge.
Even when a client decides to leave treatment early, Real Recovery Solutions works to provide support through established Against Medical Advice (AMA) prevention procedures. Whenever possible, the team helps connect clients with referrals, alternative treatment options, recovery resources, and safe living arrangements to reduce risks and encourage continued engagement in recovery.
Real Recovery Solutions maintains ongoing connections with alumni through regular check-ins, community events, and peer support. Alumni receive follow-up messages via a texting system, and the organization continues to expand its alumni services through dedicated support roles and programming.
Annual alumni events, including a community barbecue each fall, offer opportunities for connection, encouragement, and continued engagement in recovery.
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What sets Real Recovery Solutions apart is our commitment to helping our clients build a recovery community within their own community. Because many clients are local, the relationships formed during care endure long after treatment ends. The peers, mentors, sponsors, and support networks developed throughout treatment become part of an ongoing foundation of recovery that can last a lifetime.
Peer support has always been at the core of the Real Recovery Solutions approach. Our staff members bring a wealth of personal experience, having maintained at least one year of documented sobriety before joining us. This blend of professional training and real-life recovery experience creates an understanding environment where clients can truly connect. Together, our team’s hundreds of years of ongoing sobriety mean clients can learn from those who genuinely understand their journey.
Many sponsors, mentors, and recovery leaders within the community are also alumni of Real Recovery programs, creating a strong network of support that extends well beyond treatment.
The goal is not just to offer therapy. The aim is to deliver the optimal blend of clinical expertise, practical support, and genuine human connection, enabling clients to establish lasting stability beyond treatment.
Taking the first step can be hard. We make it easy.
Speak with an admissions specialist now.
Chat with our team anytime, day or night.
Check your benefits in minutes.
At Real Recovery Solutions, evidence-based treatment provides clients and families with confidence that care is guided by proven therapies, individualized planning, ongoing progress monitoring, and comprehensive recovery support.
If you or someone you love is looking for substance use disorder or mental health treatment, Real Recovery Solutions offers care that is proven, personalized, and designed to support real recovery. Call 813-373-6762 to speak with our admissions specialists.
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As the Clinical Director at Real Recovery Solutions, Carlos Escobar leverages over 15 years of experience in Substance Use Disorder Treatment, focusing on therapies like CBT and REBT to foster client self-understanding and acceptance. His commitment to innovative, personalized care aims to profoundly improve the lives of those battling addiction and related mental health challenges.
