Find Treatment Centers in Georgia
382 SAMHSA-verified facilities. 2,930 annual opioid deaths.
Quick Answer: Rehab in Georgia
Yes — Georgia has 382 SAMHSA-verified treatment centers offering detox, inpatient, outpatient, and medication-assisted programs. Most major insurance plans cover treatment under the Mental Health Parity Act. Medicaid covers treatment in all Georgia facilities that accept it.
Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification and same-day placement assistance.
Key Treatment Concepts
The American Society of Addiction Medicine's six-dimension assessment framework used to determine appropriate level of care placement for each patient.
Income-based payment adjustment offered by many Georgia facilities. Patients pay based on ability, making treatment accessible regardless of financial situation.
Treatment approaches validated by peer-reviewed research, including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, contingency management, and medication-assisted treatment.
Progressive treatment model starting with the most intensive services (detox, residential) and stepping down through PHP, IOP, outpatient, and aftercare as recovery strengthens.
Quick answer: Georgia has 382 verified treatment centers. Medicaid has not been expanded, but facilities offer sliding-scale fees and payment plans. The overdose rate is 33.5/100k (#22 nationally, above the national average of 33.1). Top cities: Atlanta, Macon, Alpharetta. Need help? Call (833) 546-3513.
Treatment Centers in Georgia
383 facilities found
Green Acres Wellness
Alapaha, GA
Adults begin recovery from alcohol and drug addiction on nine scenic acres in South Georgia surrounded by structure, comfort, and attentive support. The 20-bed...
Samba Recovery
Peachtree Corners, GA
Samba Recovery is a small boutique style outpatient center offering tailored treatment plans and evidence-based therapies. Samba Recovery, an Atlanta-based cent...
Edge Treatment
Roswell, GA
This treatment center offers effective and structured addiction recovery programs in the Atlanta area. Their programs include partial hospitalization programs,...
Columbus Metro Treatment Center
Columbus, GA
Columbus Metro Treatment Center is located along the Chattahoochee River, which borders Alabama. This center is a convenient location for individuals in Phenix...
Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center
Macon, GA
The center helps adults facing mental health issues, substance use, or both. They offer 24/7 inpatient care, day programs, detox, and dual diagnosis treatment f...
Hendricks Behavioral Hospital
Atlanta, GA
Located near Plainfield, Indiana, this hospital offers mental health and substance use care for adolescents and adults. The hospital treats depression, anxiety,...
Project ADAM Community Assistance Center
Winder, GA
Project ADAM in Winder, Georgia, supports individuals struggling with substance abuse through integrated programs. Their residential treatment, specifically for...
Serenity Grove
Athens, GA
Serenity Grove takes a whole-person approach to treating addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions, combining evidence-based care with holistic therap...
The Emily Program Atlanta
GA
The Emily Program offers specialty treatment for eating disorders, dedicated to giving all people access to best-practice care and the tools they need for lasti...
The Summit Wellness Group - Midtown Atlanta
Roswell, GA
The Summit Wellness Group in Roswell, GA provides 3 levels of outpatient care for addiction recovery. They offer day treatment (or PHP), intensive outpatient pr...
The Summit Wellness Group - Roswell
Roswell, GA
The Summit Wellness Group in Roswell, GA provides 3 levels of outpatient care for addiction recovery. They offer day treatment (or PHP), intensive outpatient pr...
Augusta Metro Treatment Center
Augusta, GA
Augusta Metro Treatment Center is 1 of 4 addiction treatment centers that New Season has in the state of Georgia. New Season has more than 80 addiction treatmen...
Addiction Treatment in Georgia: What You Need to Know
Georgia has 382 SAMHSA-verified treatment facilities serving a population of 11,029,000. That's approximately 3.5 facilities per 100,000 residents. The state's drug overdose death rate of 33.5 per 100,000 is above the national average of 33.1 — ranking #22 nationally. With 2,930 opioid-related deaths reported annually, access to evidence-based treatment programs remains critical.
Insurance & Medicaid Coverage in Georgia
Georgia has not expanded Medicaid under the ACA, which limits publicly funded treatment access for low-income adults without dependent children. However, traditional Medicaid still covers some addiction treatment services for eligible populations (pregnant women, children, individuals with disabilities). Many of Georgia's 382 facilities offer alternative payment options: sliding-scale fees based on income, payment plans, state-funded program slots, and private insurance acceptance. The Mental Health Parity Act requires most private insurers to cover SUD treatment at the same level as medical/surgical care.
The Overdose Crisis in Georgia
Georgia reports 2,930 opioid-related deaths annually with an overdose rate of 33.5/100k (above the 33.1 national average by 1%). Substance use disorder affects approximately 6.4% of adults in the state (national average: 7.2%). Georgia has enacted a Good Samaritan law that protects individuals who call 911 during an overdose emergency from certain criminal charges — encouraging bystanders to seek help. Naloxone (Narcan), the opioid overdose reversal medication, is available via standing order in Georgia, making it accessible without an individual prescription.
Types of Treatment Available
| Program | Duration | Cost Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Detox | 5–10 days | $1,000–$5,000 | Alcohol, opioid, benzo withdrawal |
| Inpatient Rehab | 28–90 days | $6,000–$30,000 | Severe addiction, co-occurring disorders |
| PHP (Partial Hospitalization) | 2–4 weeks | $3,000–$10,000 | Step-down from inpatient, intensive support |
| IOP (Intensive Outpatient) | 2–4 months | $3,000–$10,000 | Work/school compatibility, 9-20 hrs/week |
| Outpatient | 3–12 months | $1,400–$10,000 | Mild-moderate, stable housing |
| MAT | 6–24+ months | $5,000–$15,000/yr | Opioid use disorder, relapse prevention |
Many facilities offer sliding-scale fees. Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification.
Where to Find Help in Georgia
Treatment facilities in Georgia are concentrated in urban areas, with Atlanta leading with 70 centers, followed by Macon (55) and Alpharetta (15). For residents in rural areas, telehealth addiction counseling and out-of-area programs provide alternatives. Browse our full Georgia directory to filter by city, treatment type, and insurance accepted.
Last updated: March 2026 · Written by the RehabHive Editorial Team · Sources: SAMHSA, CDC WONDER, KFF
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Understanding Treatment Options in Georgia
Effective addiction treatment requires at least 90 days in a structured program, according to NIDA research. In Georgia, treatment centers offer multiple levels of care along a continuum — from medically supervised detoxification (3-10 days) through residential inpatient programs (30-90 days), partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and standard outpatient counseling.
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with buprenorphine, methadone, or naltrexone reduces opioid overdose deaths by 50% (CDC data). Many Georgia facilities now integrate MAT with behavioral therapies including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing for comprehensive dual-diagnosis care.
Treatment centers that match program intensity to individual patient needs achieve the strongest long-term recovery outcomes, according to NIH research. Most insurance plans cover substance abuse treatment under federal parity law. under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial plans and Medicaid must cover substance abuse treatment at parity with medical care.
Sources: NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.), CDC MMWR Vol. 72, NIH National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
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