Now that you have decided to go to treatment, you may be asking yourself where you should go. There are thousands of treatment centers out there. How do you decide? The choice is ultimately up to you, but deciding to go to treatment in Florida has some special advantages.

1- The power of the sun is more than you would think. Sunshine is actually responsible for levels of vitamin D in your body. A lack of vitamin D can cause a host of negative issues, including mood dysregulation. Mood dysregulation is characterized by sadness, low motivation, and seasonal or chemical depression.

2- In Florida, you are close to nature. Nature is a proven and effective intervention for lifting your mood and helping with cravings. There are plenty of places to go in the Fort Myers area. Check out some of these local places:

• Calusa Center Nature Center and Planetarium
• Six Mile Cypress Preserve
• Lakes Regional Park
• Butterfly Estates
• Port Sanibel MArina
• And much more

3- The beach, the sand, and waves. Going to treatment does not mean that you are going to be locked up 24/7. In fact, addiction treatment is not a punishment. The goal of treatment is to learn how to live life sober. The only way to get this right is to practice how to live. Start by visiting some local beaches. Here are a few in the area:

• Bunche Beach
• Causeway Islands
• Lighthouse Beach Park
• Tarpon Bay Beach
• Cayo Costa State Park
• Lovers Key State Park

4- Finally, Florida is just downright beautiful. What better way to celebrate your new life than to surround yourself with beauty, warmth, and sun. There are so many sober, beautiful things to do in Florida. Treatment and support groups or meetings are the cornerstone for recovery. Fun, nature, and relaxation is just as important. You have to learn how to have fun sober. What better way to practice than by spending time in the Florida sun while you begin your recovery.

Help is just a phone call away. At The Kimberly Center, we care about you and your loved one. Contact us now at 855-4-KCENTER. We are committed to helping you  stop the cycle of addiction with education, treatment, and sun. At the Kimberly Center, you can trust our expertise to help you get started on your recovery journey.