When Alcohol Is Taking More Than It Gives
When Alcohol Is Taking More Than It Gives
Alcohol addiction doesn’t always begin with excess. It can start with stress, celebration, or just trying to cope—and slowly become something that feels impossible to control. Maybe you’re drinking more than you want to. Maybe it feels like you need alcohol just to get through the day.
If alcohol has started taking more than it gives—your peace, your health, your relationships—it’s time to reach for help.
At Honey Lake Clinic, we offer evidence-driven, faith-based care for adults seeking freedom from alcohol abuse and addiction. In fact, 98% of patients who complete their program with us report meaningful progress—a powerful reminder that lasting recovery is possible. Our Florida residential program combines expert medical support, Christ-centered therapy, and a peaceful setting where lasting recovery begins.
Call today to speak with someone who understands.
What Is Alcohol Addiction?
Alcohol addiction, also called Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), is a chronic condition where a person struggles to control their drinking despite negative consequences. While drinking alcohol is socially acceptable and legal, it can quickly become destructive when it’s used to manage stress, numb pain, or escape life’s challenges.
Common signs of alcohol addiction include:
- Needing more alcohol over time to feel the same effects
- Being unable to stop or cut back, even after trying
- Drinking alone or in secret
- Missing work, damaging relationships, or neglecting responsibilities
- Experiencing withdrawal symptoms like tremors, sweating, or anxiety when not drinking
Left untreated, alcohol addiction can lead to serious health problems, relational breakdowns, and spiritual emptiness—but with the right care, healing is possible.
Getting help is really brave, even when it doesn’t feel like it.
I had reached a point where I saw no hope—no reason to live. I didn’t believe healing was possible for me. But at Honey Lake Clinic, I found a place where people truly understood both faith and mental health. The peaceful environment, the support, and the care I received made all the difference. I was wrong to think nothing could help me. Honey Lake Clinic did.
— AMANDA N.
The First Step: Alcohol Detox
Before treatment begins, the body must safely eliminate alcohol through a process called detox. At Honey Lake Clinic, detox takes place in a private, secure area of our campus under 24/7 medical supervision.
You may experience withdrawal symptoms such as:
- Shaking or tremors
- Anxiety or irritability
- Nausea or sweating
- Insomnia or confusion
Our licensed medical staff provides compassionate monitoring, hydration, nutrition, and medication when needed to ensure your safety and comfort throughout the detox phase. Once your body has stabilized, you can begin the emotional and spiritual work of recovery.
Personalized Residential Treatment
for Alcohol Addiction
Personalized Residential Treatment for Alcohol Addiction
After detox, you’ll enter our residential program—an immersive experience where healing becomes your only priority. Here, you’ll work with a dedicated team to uncover the root causes of your addiction and begin rebuilding your life.
Adult alcohol addiction treatment may include:
- Individual and group therapy, including CBT and DBT to retrain thought patterns and reduce relapse risk
- Spiritual counseling and Bible-based care to help you reconnect with God’s truth and purpose
- EMDR therapy to process past trauma that may be fueling addiction
- Equine therapy, art therapy, and wellness activities to support emotional healing and self-expression
- Nutrition, fitness, and sleep support to restore your body’s health and rhythm
Throughout your stay, you’ll be surrounded by natural beauty, supportive community, and moments of quiet reflection. Our tranquil, expansive campus is a place where peace replaces chaos, and new habits are formed—one day at a time.
Preparing for Life After Treatment
Healing doesn’t end when you leave Honey Lake Clinic. That’s why we offer a robust Aftercare Program and Alumni Program to help you maintain sobriety and continue growing once you return home. Our team can also connect you with outpatient providers for long-term support.
You’ll leave with a personalized plan that includes:
- Spiritual resources
- Accountability check-ins
- Referrals for ongoing therapy and medication management
- Coping strategies for handling real-world stressors
Why Choose Honey Lake Clinic
for Alcohol Addiction Treatment?
Why Choose Honey Lake Clinic for Alcohol Addiction Treatment?
You don’t just want to quit drinking—you want your life back. At Honey Lake Clinic,
we offer more than alcohol treatment. We offer hope.
Here’s what sets us apart:
You don’t just want to quit drinking—you want your life back. At Honey Lake Clinic, we offer more than alcohol treatment. We offer hope.
Here’s what sets us apart:
On-site detox supervised by
licensed medical professionals
On-site detox supervised by licensed medical professionals
Board-certified psychiatrists
and Christian counselors
Board-certified psychiatrists and Christian counselors
Faith-centered therapy that
restores your identity in Christ
Faith-centered therapy that restores your identity in Christ
Resort-style campus with serene, lakeside accommodations
Resort-style campus with serene, lakeside accommodations
A compassionate community committed to walking with you every step of the way
A compassionate community committed to walking with you every step of the way
Call or reach out online to learn how our Christian alcohol addiction treatment can help you heal in body, mind, and spirit.
Call or reach out online to learn how our Christian alcohol addiction treatment can help you heal in body, mind, and spirit.
Scientifically Validated Healing in a Faith-Based Environment
At Honey Lake Clinic, we believe true healing happens when the mind, body, and spirit are nurtured together. Our integrated approach is both scientifically validated and deeply rooted in Christian faith.
Honey Lake Clinic’s Proven Results:
98%
Feel better now than when admitted
98%
Of patients would recommend Honey Lake Clinic
95%
Reported reduced anxiety
93%
Experienced decreased depression
