Suncoast Behavioral Health - Bradenton, Florida

Bethea C.

I wish I could give this place 0 stars.

My child was there 8/22-10/22. Two months costs $61,000. The therapy method wasn’t working with my child and per their paperwork they would seek help with a behavioral analyst (did not happen) or adjust their method of therapy (did not happen).

I had meetings with the therapist each week and brought up these concerns. Vanessa Vasquez (the therapist) was unwilling to help with these concerns & failed to help moderate sessions where my child would act out to avoid accountability.

I asked why staff didn’t separate children who were being verbally aggressive before escalating to physical violence - no answer.

My child hadn’t made progress but the facility was pressuring me saying she was suppose to have a visit home or my insurance wouldn’t pay. I spoke with my insurance and that was not the case.

Because of my persistent requests to follow up on my child’s treatment I was advised they would be discharged. I then requested SIPP meetings to get my child help but also address the facilities unwillingness to provide the treatment that they claimed to provide.

The lead doctor, Dr. Malik who also has a private practice did not attend any required meetings with DJJ & DCF. Only the final meeting where she refused to answer the states questions about why alternative methods of treatment were not utilized even though she signed paperwork saying it was not necessary. I had to call her private practice and inform her staff that she was failing to do her job at the facility. Only after embarrassing her did she attend the final meeting.

I understand having children with mental health issues can be difficult. Do not allow your desperation for help lead you to sending your kid to this snake pit. There are in home therapy options, intensive out patient programs & partial hospitalization programs.

This place is awful & I hope all the bad things in life happen to those who work here and allow this nonsense.

Michael B.

This place is committing insurance fraud and stealing money from people who pay for it out of pocket. When we asked about the quality of care for my child they just so happen a week later decide they will discharge my child without doing any of the recommended therapy sessions that they said they offered before we admitted our child. Do not send your children here they do not help the children, the staff is unruly, rude and are young kids themselves so they can not stop a escalation, they will just let these kids fight before coming in to stop the issue

Barbara M.

My roommate's granddaughter was taken there, and so far it's the only place that is actually doing something about her uncontrollable rage, destruction, violence.. we've been through so many different centers and places. A HUGE thank you to Suncoast for taking our safety seriously!!

Ashlee A.

I absolutely recommend this Suncoast over all other places in Manatee County. The ONLY thing that I dislike is they don't keep track of your children's belongings. Every time my pick up my child they are missing clothes.

Gabbyslife

i got super attached to this place, but overall the staff were nice and i learned a lot from the groups there. i want to thank mrs juliet, mr walter, mrs vanessa, and mr ayoub for helping me through these hard times and making it easier for me to open up.

Marina G.

Suncoast Behavioral Health Center truly lives up to its reputation. From the moment you step through the doors, it's evident that compassion and kindness are at the heart of their care. The staff takes the time to understand each patient's needs, providing personalized attention and support. It's no wonder why so many people speak highly of this exceptional hospital. There should be more hospitals like this on the Earth, they have helped my friend with such a kind and beautiful approach. This place is full of gentle, professional, empathetic and beautiful people working there. I can highly recommend it. Thank you for everything.

Bee B.

If I could negative stars I would. This place couldn't even follow simple ethics code or patients bill of rights. Palm shores (the sister company) is an even bigger risk. These poor kids....

Stuuds

Ive never written a review for anywhere before but I wanted to share my experience here. Hi I’m Chester I am 15 years old and I've struggled with depression and anxiety since I was 11
I was Baker Acted and sent to this facility in September and I stayed here for 5 days, Before I was transported from the ER to Suncoast I checked the reviews and to be honest they scared me a lot, but I’m happy to say this facility has saved my life.
I stayed in Treasure Island and all the nurses and patients were amazing, it was the first time in so long I felt actually understood
I’m in a better place now and while I still have some downs I can say I’m healing
Thank you to all the staff at Suncoast
P.S the corn bread in the cafeteria is incredible I miss it