- 1 residential program within 10 miles
- 1 residential program within 25 miles
- 1 residential program within 50 miles
- Richmond County, Georgia · population 390,809
This page also covers nearby smaller towns, including Waynesboro.
Talk with an independent helpline about residential programs near Augusta, what your insurance covers and how soon you can start. Available 24/7.
Call 866-825-1171Gay & Gay-Friendly Rehab programs closest to Augusta
VA Augusta Healthcare System – Charlie Norwood Veterans Affairs Medic
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programIOP / PHPPenfield Addiction Ministries – Union Point Campus
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programIOP / PHPOconee Center Behav Health Servs – Addictive Disease Services
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programIOP / PHPDetox and Treatment Center – Serenity Grove
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentPotters House
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programEvery listing comes from the SAMHSA National Directory of Substance Use Treatment Facilities, where the facility reported offering a program or group for LGBTQ clients; ratings come from public business data. Services change, so confirm details with the program. See all residential programs in Georgia.
What the programs near Augusta offer
Of the 5 listed programs shown here, 3 accept private insurance, 5 offer trauma-related counseling, 5 offer cognitive behavioral therapy, 2 offer telehealth, 5 provide inpatient or residential care, 3 treat co-occurring mental health conditions, and 3 run a program for clients with HIV. Always confirm with the program before you go.
Levels of care within 25 miles of Augusta
Counts of residential programs that report each service to SAMHSA, out of 1 residential program within 25 miles.
| Service | Programs |
|---|---|
| Residential treatment | 1 |
| Detox services | 1 |
| Intensive outpatient (IOP) | 1 |
| Regular outpatient | 1 |
| Trauma-related counseling | 1 |
| Telehealth | 1 |
Nearby cities to compare
| City | Distance from Augusta | Gay & Gay-Friendly Rehab programs within 10 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Grovetown, GA | 10 miles | 0 |
| Martinez, GA | 11 miles | 1 |
| North Augusta, SC | 13 miles | 1 |
| Evans, GA | 14 miles | 1 |
| Aiken, SC | 23 miles | 0 |
Mental health and substance use together
Depression, anxiety and trauma often show up alongside substance use, and SAMHSA data show higher rates of mental illness among lesbian, gay and bisexual adults. Treating both at once usually works better than treating them separately.
If that sounds familiar, look at LGBTQ dual diagnosis treatment.
Questions worth asking
Ask how the LGBTQ group runs, whether staff have LGBTQ-specific training, how the program handles rooming, and whether partners or chosen family can join family sessions. Our checklist has more.
Outpatient treatment near Augusta
Not every situation calls for a residential stay. We list 6 programs within 25 miles of Augusta that report intensive outpatient, day treatment or regular outpatient services. Outpatient care works best when home is stable and supportive; it's also the usual next step after residential treatment.
Local resources in Augusta
LGBTQ community support
The Equality Clinic of Augusta is a volunteer team of doctors, pharmacists, psychiatrists and other providers serving under- and uninsured LGBTQIA+ people in Augusta and nearby areas, with clinical care supervised by Augusta University Medical Center providers and HIV rapid testing.
Public behavioral health services
Serenity Behavioral Health System is the state-listed Community Service Board serving Richmond County and several neighboring counties.
About the area
The City of Augusta and Richmond County share one consolidated government, Augusta-Richmond County, led by a mayor and ten commissioners. The Savannah River forms the boundary between Augusta and Aiken County, South Carolina.
Sources
Paying for treatment
Most private health insurance plans cover addiction treatment, including detox, residential care and outpatient programs, though coverage depends on your plan and whether the program is in network. Ask about prior authorization before you go, and see our insurance guides.
Free, confidential help finding residential programs near Augusta. Independent helpline, 24/7.
Call 866-825-1171Frequently asked questions
Can I bring my partner or chosen family into treatment?
Many programs offer family sessions and let you define who counts as family. Ask at intake whether partners and chosen family can take part.
Will my information stay private?
Federal rules (42 CFR Part 2) give substance use treatment records extra confidentiality protections beyond standard health privacy law. Ask any program how it handles your records and who can see them.
Where is the nearest gay-friendly rehab to Augusta, GA?
The nearest listed program is VA Augusta Healthcare System – Charlie Norwood Veterans Affairs Medic, about 8 miles from Augusta. Programs on this page are residential or hospital programs that report an LGBTQ program or group and a program for adult men.
Can I talk about sex and drug use in treatment?
Yes, and it helps to. If drug use has become tied to sex or dating apps, tell the program at intake so relapse prevention can address it without judgment.
More treatment options near Augusta
LGBTQ RehabLGBTQ Addiction TreatmentLGBTQ-Friendly RehabLGBTQ Drug RehabLGBTQ Alcohol RehabLGBTQ DetoxLGBTQ Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Gay & Gay-Friendly Rehab in nearby cities
Grovetown, GAMartinez, GANorth Augusta, SCEvans, GAAiken, SCSwainsboro, GAGreenwood, SCRed Bank, SCLexington, SCStatesboro, GAAll of Georgia
Guides
- Why LGBTQ-Specific Addiction Treatment Matters | LGBTQ Rehab
- Questions to Ask an LGBTQ Rehab Before You Enroll
- LGBTQ-Friendly vs LGBTQ-Specific Rehab: What's the Difference?
- Rehab for Gay and Bisexual Men: What to Look For
- LGBTQ Drug Addiction Treatment: Opioids, Meth, Cocaine and More
- Inpatient vs Outpatient LGBTQ Rehab: Which Fits You?