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The injuries we receive on our journey through life often go unwitnessed and unacknowledged.

The Guest House Ocala is a premier trauma treatment center providing compassionate therapeutic care for adults struggling with addiction, mental health conditions, and self-defeating patterns rooted in unresolved trauma. The Guest House Ocala provides the highest concierge style treatment services to those who suffer from trauma and underlying issues, causing self defeating behaviors, such as substance and process addictions, anxiety, and depression. The hurt and the shock embedded by these painful memories instill a sense of disconnection from our bodies and impair our ability to process our true feelings. At The Guest House we believe that sharing your story with others creates an environment of emotional intimacy and trust, a place of connection, that allow us to experience real forgiveness and reconciliation. We believe sharing the darkness in a sanctuary of love and compassion is the birthplace of transformation.

02/18/2026

There’s something powerful about healing in an environment that feels safe and steady.

Our campus offers peaceful spaces, open land, friendly animals, quiet walking paths, and calming water features - all intentionally designed to support grounding, emotional regulation, and deeper healing.

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02/10/2026

Heather Johnson, Regional Director of Clinical Relations at The Guest House Ocala, shares what families and individuals can expect when they take that first step toward trauma treatment.

Before solutions or recommendations, healing begins with listening - creating space for families to slow down, feel supported, and know they’re not alone.

At The Guest House, our admissions team prioritizes compassion, fit, and safety, helping reduce fear and shame during one of life’s most overwhelming moments. Sometimes, a conversation is the beginning of relief.

Watch the full segment to learn more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zvmGmEaY51M

02/05/2026

A healing environment starts from the inside out.

The spaces within The Guest House are intentionally designed to feel calm, private, and safe - supporting the nervous system and creating room for real therapeutic work.

Because healing doesn’t just happen in sessions, it happens in the moments between them.

02/02/2026

Recovery isn’t just something Dr. Davies teaches, it’s something he lives.

With both clinical expertise and personal recovery experience, Dr. Davies, MD, FASAM brings empathy, depth, and hope into every session. His work reminds our guests that healing is possible, no matter where you’re starting from.

Check out his full interview on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtYKMSL2ndw

01/29/2026

Trauma doesn’t always live in words.

For many people, it lives in the body, the nervous system, and the parts of the brain that language can’t reach. That’s where art therapy can open a door.

“Trauma is often stored in the part of the brain that is nonverbal.” - Kristi LaBenne, Art Therapist

At The Guest House Ocala, art therapy isn’t about talent or creating something “good.” It’s about safety, autonomy, and giving shape to experiences that have never had a voice.

“You don’t have to be an artist. It’s about the process, not the product.”
Healing can begin the moment you’re given another way to be seen.

Learn more about our Art Therapy program at The Guest House website, and watch Kristi's full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DomLNXsInN0

01/16/2026

High-stress jobs don’t just affect your workload - they affect your nervous system and emotional health. When stress becomes constant, your body can slip into survival mode.

Signs your job may be impacting you more than you realize:
• Difficulty relaxing
• Trouble sleeping
• Irritability or shutting down
• Feeling constantly “on alert”
• Using work to avoid emotions

The good news: small grounding practices and healthy boundaries can help restore balance, even in demanding environments.

Check out our blog to learn more: https://www.theguesthouseocala.com/blog/managing-high-stress-employment/

01/12/2026

Winter naturally makes us crave more rest, but there’s a difference between resting to restore and sleeping to escape.

For many healing from trauma, oversleeping can become a way to avoid emotions or overwhelm. Restorative rest, on the other hand, helps your body recharge and regulate.

If you’re unsure which you’re experiencing, you’re not alone. Awareness is the first step toward healthier, more intentional rest. Learn more at our blog: https://www.theguesthouseocala.com/blog/using-sleep-to-escape/

01/07/2026

January is Mental Wellness Month, a reminder that your emotional health deserves attention - especially after a heavy holiday season.

Check out some tips from The Guest House to support your mental wellness.

12/22/2025

The holidays can be joyful - and overwhelming. You’re allowed to create the space you need.

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12/16/2025

Triggers can feel overwhelming, but they’re manageable with the right tools.
Grounding, breath-work, boundaries, and self-awareness all support your nervous system back into safety.

Read more about simple, effective ways to regulate during triggering moments.
https://www.theguesthouseocala.com/blog/how-to-manage-your-triggers/

12/12/2025

Functional medicine sees symptoms differently.

As Dr. E reminds us, the body holds on to every experience. So when something feels “off,” it’s not a failure - it’s information.
Healing starts when we slow down, get curious, and address the deeper roots behind stress, fatigue, pain, and emotional overwhelm.

Your body isn’t working against you. It’s guiding you.

12/09/2025

The holidays can bring joy - but they can also bring triggers, memories, and emotional overwhelm. If this season feels heavy, you’re not alone.

Give yourself permission to slow down, set boundaries, and choose what feels safe.

Read more on our blog:
https://www.theguesthouseocala.com/blog/trauma-recovery-during-the-holidays/

Address

3230 Northeast 55th Avenue
Silver Springs, FL
34488

Telephone

+18554837800

Website

https://www.theguesthouseocala.com/

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