David Lawrence Centers

07/13/2026

Big news: The Diermeier Access and Integrated Care Center doors are officially open! 🎉

Watch the highlights from our ribbon-cutting celebration — and get to know what's changed for our community.
✅ Same-day appointments
✅ No referral or appointment needed
✅ Walk-in access to care, when it matters most

Removing barriers to care is at the heart of everything we do. This new facility puts help within reach — no waiting, no red tape, just support when people need it.
Welcome to our newest location. We're so glad you're here. 💙

07/07/2026

🎉 Today we cut the ribbon on more than just a building — we opened the door to hope for our community.

The Diermeier Access and Integrated Care Center means faster access to care, a welcoming space for those who need it most, and one more step toward breaking the stigma around behavioral health. Every person who walks through these doors will find support, dignity, and a path forward.

Thank you to our partners, staff, and community leaders who made this moment possible. This is just the beginning. 💙

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Freedom looks different for everyone.

For some, it’s waking up free from addiction. For others, it’s finding their voice again, or getting through the day without fear winning.

This Fourth of July, we celebrate more than fireworks — we celebrate the courage it takes to ask for help and every step taken toward recovery.

The pursuit of happiness is at the heart of everything we do.

Happy Independence Day. 🎆

Ready to take the first step? We’re here.
DLCenters.org

06/05/2026

This recognition speaks to the strength of partnership.

NCF is proud to work alongside David Lawrence Centers and the full network of Mental Health Initiative partners helping expand access to care, strengthen coordination and support better outcomes for children and families.

Progress like this is made possible when organizations work together around shared purpose and shared responsibility.

Share this to recognize the collaborative work behind this effort.

05/25/2026

If you or someone you care about is struggling, learn how DLC’s veteran mental health services can help ❤️
https://davidlawrencecenters.org/veterans-mental-health-services/

05/08/2026

A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors for making the DLC Advocates Sunset Cruise possible! There’s still time to get your tickets for next week’s cruise aboard the Naples Princess. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this inspiring evening, reserve your spot today! https://davidlawrencecenters.org/dlc-event/dlc-advocates-sunset-cruise-2026/

04/28/2026

David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health is searching for an experienced fundraising professional. As Leadership Gifts Officer, you’ll advance your career by cultivating and stewarding major donor relationships, driving strategic fundraising initiatives, and working alongside visionary leaders and generous supporters to support mental health in our community. If you have a proven record of securing major gifts, we want to connect with you. This position also offers the unique benefit of living and working in beautiful Southwest Florida, with our vibrant communities and outstanding quality of life. Help us shape the future of behavioral health. https://davidlawrencecenter.e3applicants.com/careers/Leadership-Gifts-Officer-2605

04/22/2026

Set sail with the DLC Advocates for the 2026 Sunset Cruise on the Naples Princess, Wednesday, May 13th! Join us for an unforgettable evening supporting mental and behavioral health in Southwest Florida. Hear inspiring testimonials, enjoy the sunset, and help bring vital support to thousands in Collier County. Click here for tickets: https://davidlawrencecenters.org/dlc-event/dlc-advocates-sunset-cruise-2026/

04/15/2026

“Slowing down is not about doing less. It is about doing what matters most, better. When you create space to pause, you think more clearly, support healthier habits and more sustainable success.”

DLC Wellness Institute’s Wellness Program Supervisor, Jasmine Pagano, was featured in Life In Naples with her article "The Power of Pause." In this article, Jasmine explores our tendency to move faster, do more, and fill every moment with activity, and makes a case for why slowing down leads to greater clarity and more intentional living. She also offers four practical strategies to build meaningful pauses into our daily lives.

Click here to read the full article:

At a young age, many of us were taught the lesson of The Tortoise and the Hare: slow and steady wins the race. Yet as adults, we often live by a very different rule. We push ourselves to move faster, do more and fill every moment with activity. Productivity becomes a measure of worth, and […]

04/14/2026

For general DLC information, call 239-455-8500. If you are experiencing a behavioral health crisis, call 239-352-4357 or dial 988 for the Florida LifeLine.