Depression Can Make It Hard to See a Way Forward
At Honey Lake, There Is Hope
Real Treatment. Measurable Results.
World-leading, evidence-based Christian care with real, measurable healing outcomes.
99%
of DEPRESSION PATIENTS IMPROVED
65% of those struggling with moderate-to- severe depression achieved full remission as measured by the industry gold- standard
PHQ-9 Assessment
98%
of ANXIETY PATIENTS IMPROVED
58% of those struggling with moderate-to- severe anxiety achieved full remission as measured by the industry gold- standard
GAD-7 Assessment
See How Honey Lake Clinic Delivers Unsurpassed Patient Results
Explore how Honey Lake Clinic combines world-class, evidence-based Christian mental health care with compassionate healing in a serene, resort-style environment.
See our dedicated team, personalized treatment programs, and the tranquil 330-acre campus & exceptional amenities, all designed to foster lasting recovery and renewal.
If you’re struggling with overwhelming sadness, hopelessness, or exhaustion, you’re not alone. Depression is more than just feeling down; it’s a real medical condition that can make even the simplest tasks feel impossible. But with the right treatment, healing is possible.
In fact, 98% of our patients report improvement & up to 65% report full remission of symptoms after treatment, results that are unparalleled in the industry and a powerful reminder that healing is possible – measured by the industry gold-standard PHQ-9 & GAD-7 assessments.
Honey Lake Clinic is a residential depression treatment center unlike any other: a private, lakeside retreat where world-leading, evidence-based Christian care delivers peace, purpose, and rest.
Depression Treatment Designed
Around the Whole Person
Depression Treatment Designed Around the Whole Person
We take the time to truly understand your needs.
Upon arrival, you’ll meet with our care team for a
comprehensive assessment that evaluates:
We take the time to truly understand your needs. Upon arrival, you’ll meet with our care team for a comprehensive assessment that evaluates:
Individualized Care
Psychiatric Expertise
Evidence-Based Therapy
Advanced Treatment Options
Christian Integration
Whole-Person Wellness
Evidence-Based Treatments Selected for the Individual
When it comes to treating depression, it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. At Honey Lake Clinic, we combine evidence-based treatments with Christian values to support every patient’s healing.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Helps reframe negative
thought patterns and develop
healthy coping strategies.
Helps reframe negative thought patterns and develop healthy coping strategies.
A research-backed therapy for processing trauma-related depression.
A research-backed therapy for processing trauma-related depression.
A non-invasive, FDA-approved treatment that stimulates the brain to relieve symptoms of severe, treatment-resistant depression.
A non-invasive, FDA-approved treatment that stimulates the brain to relieve symptoms of severe, treatment-resistant depression.
Pastor-led clinical presentations provide biblical wisdom and faith-based healing.
Pastor-led clinical presentations provide biblical wisdom and faith-based healing.
If needed, board-certified psychiatrists administer safe and effective use of antidepressants when appropriate.
If needed, board-certified psychiatrists administer safe and effective use of antidepressants when appropriate.
Group & Individual Therapy
Daily individual sessions plus
structured group work to reduce
isolation and build connection.
Daily individual sessions plus structured group work to reduce isolation and build connection.
Depression Doesn’t Always Look the Same
Depression may show up as persistent sadness, exhaustion, isolation, loss of interest, difficulty focusing, guilt, hopelessness, or feeling disconnected from the people and things that once mattered.
Signs That Depression May Require Treatment:
- Persistent sadness or hopelessness that lasts for weeks or months
- Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed
- Fatigue, trouble sleeping, or sleeping too much
- Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- Withdrawing from loved ones and isolating
- Thoughts of self-harm or suicide
You don’t have to determine on your own whether what you’re experiencing is ‘serious enough’ for treatment. Let’s talk about what you’re experiencing
What If You Could Feel Like Yourself Again?
With the right residential treatment for depression, healing isn’t just possible, it’s expected. At Honey Lake Clinic, our Christian residential treatment center pairs evidence-based depression treatment with faith-centered care, so you can rediscover joy, purpose, and the person God created you to be.
What if I’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help?
Many people come to Honey Lake Clinic feeling like they’ve exhausted their options, but depression treatment isn’t “one-size-fits-all.” If previous treatment didn’t work, it could be that:
Why Previous Treatment May Not Have Been Enough
- The therapy style wasn’t the right fit
- There were underlying spiritual or trauma-related factors that weren’t addressed
- Medication wasn’t properly adjusted or monitored
- There wasn’t a comprehensive, whole-person approach
How Honey Lake Approaches Depression Differently.
- Advanced, evidence-based therapies (like CBT, DBT, and EMDR)
- Faith-based counseling from world-leading clinicians
- Whole-person treatments, including wellness programs and emotional support therapy
- Medication management, if necessary, with careful supervision
- TMS included at no additional cost when clinically appropriate
If past treatments haven’t worked, it doesn’t mean healing isn’t possible—
it just means a different approach may be needed.
If past treatments haven’t worked, it doesn’t mean healing isn’t possible—it just means a different approach may be needed.
Let’s find the right plan for you
A Peaceful Place to Focus Fully on Healing
Set on a private lake in rural Florida, our expansive campus gives you the space and peace to focus fully on healing.
Our Therapeutic & Recreational Amenities
What Is Depression Treatment Actually Like at Honey Lake Clinic?
Our programs provide the right balance of world-leading Christian clinical care, therapy, relaxation, enjoyment, and personal reflection in a peaceful, restorative setting.
Below are examples of the activities offered…each patient’s schedule is customized according to their clinical needs and personal treatment goals:
Healing Through Reflection & Growth
Morning
- Morning walk, workout, or quiet personal time for reflection and journaling
- One-on-one therapy with licensed clinicians
- One-on-one whole-person wellness session with a doctor
- Deeper insight into emotional and spiritual healing with your pastoral counselor
- Delicious, brain-healthy breakfast prepared by our Executive Chef
Mornings often include one-on-one therapy, where patients work through personal struggles with licensed clinicians.
Community & Whole-Person Wellness
Afternoon
- Wellness Program amenities and restorative activities
- TMS included at no additional cost when clinically appropriate
- Group therapy and peer support
- Spa or personal wellness session
- Red light therapy, art therapy, horseback riding, or guided meditation
- Great tasting, healthy lunch offering enjoyable fellowship and connection
- Quiet time to relax by the lake or under a beautiful Oak tree
Afternoons often focus on community experiences, whole person wellness, and transformational learning integrating body, creativity, and fellowship.
Growth, Faith & Inner Peace
Evening
- Remarkable dinner, salad bar, fruits, nuts, and snacks to enjoy with new friends
- Faith-based courses and devotionals
- Personal reflection and spiritual growth
- Pickleball, pool, hot tub, workout, sauna, bicycle ride, or walk by the lake
- Build a stronger sense of purpose
- Rest in the comfort of our serene campus
Evenings are a time for growth and renewal — closing the day with faith, peace, and intention
Each patient’s schedule is individualized according to their clinical needs and personal
treatment goals. Your care team will work with you to build the plan that’s right for you.
Each patient’s schedule is individualized according to their clinical needs and personal treatment goals. Your care team will work with you to build the plan that’s right for you.
The Gathering Hall
Share meals, workshops, and connection each day.
OUR TEAM
World-Leading Personalized Care Team
Among the nation’s most respected residential Christian behavioral health, mental health, and wellness experts, Honey Lake Clinic’s personalized Care Team delivers evidence-based care through distinguished Board-certified Christian psychiatrists, licensed clinicians, therapists, & wellness professionals.
Karl Benzio, M.D.
Co-Founder/Medical Director
Board-certified psychiatrist with MD from Rutgers Med School & B.S.E. in biomedical engineering from Duke University; served as consultant & expert witness for the White House, US Congress
MORE ABOUT DR. KARL BENZIO
Tim Jennings, M.D., DLFAPA
Executive Clinical Strategist and
Teaching Psychiatrist
Executive Clinical Strategist and Teaching Psychiatrist
Board-certified psychiatrist & multi-year recipient of the prestigious ‘America’s Top Psychiatrists Award’; leading expert in brain science, integrative mental health care, & psychopharmacology
MORE ABOUT TIM JENNINGS
Dr. Zoda
Marriage and Family Clinical Specialist
Dual Ph.D. degrees in Marriage & Family Therapy and Organic Chemistry; renowned therapist with over 80,000 hours of clinical experience, known for his extraordinary success rate
MORE ABOUT DR. ZODA
Dr. Tricia Smith
Clinical Director
Ed.D. in Counseling Psychology; multiple advanced certifications including EMDR, Grief Specialist, & NABITA Violence Risk Assessment; over 15 years of clinical expertise
MORE ABOUT DR. TRICIA SMITH
Dr. James L. Johnson
Spiritual Formation Director
Doctor of Ministry from Wesley Theological Seminary; Certified Clinical Pastoral Educator bringing profound spiritual guidance & unparalleled expertise in helping patients address trauma; decorated Military Chaplain (Major) with 16 years of service
MORE ABOUT DR. JAMES L. JOHNSON
Elizabeth Braswell Fulford
Senior Medical Director
Senior Medical Officer with over 20 years of clinical expertise & advanced Master’s and Bachelor’s Degrees; delivers excellence in patient treatment & compassionate, comprehensive care that addresses both physical and spiritual healing
MORE ABOUT ELIZABETH
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 after care at Honey Lake
98%
Would recommend
it to a friend
99%
Report decreased depression
98%
Report reduced anxiety
From Hopelessness to Hope
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.
More Stories of Restoration
98%
Feel better now than when admitted
98%
Of patients would recommend Honey Lake Clinic
Every journey is unique, but the impact is undeniable – lives restored, faith renewed &
hope rediscovered. These stories are proof that healing is possible.
Every journey is unique, but the impact is undeniable – lives restored, faith renewed & hope rediscovered. These stories are proof that healing is possible.
Let us help you write your own success story – call now to start your journey.
Types of Depression We Treat
Not sure which applies to you? Let’s talk.
Accredited, Trusted Care
Honey Lake Clinic meets the highest standards of clinical excellence and spiritual integrity,
ensuring you receive compassionate, effective, and personalized care.
Honey Lake Clinic meets the highest standards of clinical excellence and spiritual integrity, ensuring you receive compassionate, effective, and personalized care.
Insurance Accepted
We believe everyone deserves compassionate, high-quality
mental health care. That’s why we partner with leading
insurance providers to make treatment accessible.
We believe everyone deserves compassionate, high-quality mental health care. That’s why we partner with leading insurance providers to make treatment accessible.
We Can Verify Your Insurance in Minutes.
Take the First Step Toward Healing We’re Here & Ready to Help
Honey Lake Clinic meets the highest standards of clinical excellence and spiritual integrity,
ensuring you receive compassionate, effective, and personalized care.
Honey Lake Clinic meets the highest standards of clinical excellence and spiritual integrity, ensuring you receive compassionate, effective, and personalized care.
All it takes is one call to begin.
Contact our admissions team for a free, confidential consultation. We’ll answer all your questions, verify insurance in minutes, and help you get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s normal to feel sad or discouraged from time to time, but depression is more than just a passing mood. It often involves:
- Persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or emptiness lasting weeks or months
- Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed
- Fatigue, difficulty concentrating, or changes in sleep and appetite
- Withdrawing from loved ones or feeling unworthy of connection
- Thoughts of self-harm or feeling like life has no purpose
If these symptoms sound familiar, you may be experiencing clinical depression—which is a real medical condition, not a personal failure. The good news is that depression is highly treatable, and you don’t have to go through it alone.
Call now to speak with a specialist
Yes! Depression is one of the most treatable mental health conditions. With the right combination of:
- Therapy (such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or DBT to reshape negative thoughts)
- Faith-based counseling (to strengthen hope and identity in Christ)
- Medication management (if needed, under the guidance of a psychiatrist)
- Holistic treatments (such as wellness therapy, emotional support animals, and structured healing environments)
… many people experience significant relief and regain joy, purpose, and peace in their lives.
You are not alone, and this pain is not permanent. Hope and healing are possible.
Let’s talk about your options
Faith can be a powerful source of hope and renewal when struggling with depression. Many individuals battling depression feel disconnected from God or question their purpose, but Scripture reminds us that:
At Honey Lake Clinic, we integrate Christian counseling, pastoral guidance, and biblical wisdom into treatment, helping individuals:
- Rediscover their faith as a foundation for healing
- Find purpose and strength through God’s truth
- Learn how to apply biblical principles to mental and emotional struggles
Faith doesn’t replace therapy, but it adds a deeper layer of healing that many find essential in their recovery. Faith isn’t required to receive treatment, but it is at the heart of our approach.
📖 “He gives power to the weak and strengthens the powerless.” – Isaiah 40:29
Not everyone with depression needs medication, and if you’re worried we’ll push it on you, we won’t. It’s one option among several, and it’s always your board-certified psychiatrist making that recommendation with you, not for you.
When medication is part of the picture, we take it seriously and carefully:
- A full evaluation comes first — medication is never a first, automatic step
- If prescribed, it’s closely monitored and adjusted by our medical team throughout treatment
- It’s paired with therapy and faith-based care, never used as a stand-alone fix
Whatever the right path looks like for you, it will be one built around your specific story — not a blanket protocol.
Have questions about medication before you even get started? Let’s talk them through.
Depression Doesn’t Have to Write the Rest of Your Story
Whether you’re searching for help for yourself or someone you love, you don’t have to figure out the next step alone. Our admissions team is here to listen, answer your questions, and help guide you toward peace, hope, and lasting recovery.
Healing is Possible. Hope is Real.