- 1 IOP or day program within 10 miles
- 3 IOP and day programs within 25 miles
- 8 IOP and day programs within 50 miles
- Clarke County, Georgia · population 141,532
This page also covers nearby smaller towns, including Elberton.
Talk with an independent helpline about IOP and day programs near Athens, what your insurance covers and how soon you can start. Available 24/7.
Call 866-825-1171LGBTQ Addiction Treatment programs closest to Athens
Outpatient Center – Athens Addiction Recovery Center
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDetoxProject ADAM – Community Assistance Center Inc
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialIOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentPenfield Addiction Ministries – Union Point Campus
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialIOP / PHPTrauma-informedAtlanta Family Counseling Center Inc
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPTrauma-informedMARR – Womens Recovery Center
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialIOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentPenfield Addiction Ministries – Lavonia Campus
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialIOP / PHPTrauma-informedCounseling Center at Duluth
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPDrug treatmentDual diagnosisSamba Recovery
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPDrug treatmentTrauma-informedEvery 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 IOP and day programs in Georgia.
What the programs near Athens offer
Of the 8 listed programs shown here, 8 accept private insurance, 8 offer trauma-related counseling, 8 offer cognitive behavioral therapy, 2 offer a sliding fee scale, 6 offer telehealth, 4 provide inpatient or residential care, 5 treat co-occurring mental health conditions, and 4 run a program for clients with HIV. Always confirm with the program before you go.
Levels of care within 25 miles of Athens
Counts of IOP and day programs that report each service to SAMHSA, out of 3 IOP and day programs within 25 miles.
| Service | Programs |
|---|---|
| Residential treatment | 2 |
| Hospital inpatient care | 1 |
| Detox services | 1 |
| Partial hospitalization (PHP) | 2 |
| Intensive outpatient (IOP) | 3 |
| Regular outpatient | 3 |
| Trauma-related counseling | 3 |
| Telehealth | 2 |
Nearby cities to compare
| City | Distance from Athens | LGBTQ Addiction Treatment programs within 10 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson, GA | 19 miles | 0 |
| Winder, GA | 20 miles | 1 |
| Monroe, GA | 23 miles | 0 |
| Braselton, GA | 28 miles | 1 |
| Loganville, GA | 31 miles | 2 |
Family, rejection and recovery
Many LGBTQ people carry experiences of family rejection or strained relationships into treatment. Research on LGBTQ young people has linked family rejection with higher rates of substance use and depression, while family acceptance is protective.
Good programs make room for chosen family and offer family sessions when they help. Our guide on family rejection and recovery covers this in more depth.
Is outpatient enough?
Outpatient care works best when your home is stable and supportive, you don't need medical detox, and you can get to sessions reliably. If use is heavy or daily, start with detox or residential LGBTQ rehab instead.
Local resources in Athens
Local health department
The Clarke County Health Department, part of Georgia's Northeast Health District, offers public health services in Athens including HIV testing and prevention, infectious disease care, and immunizations.
Public behavioral health services
Georgia's Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities lists Advantage Behavioral Health Systems among the providers serving Clarke County.
Sources
Using your insurance
Before you call a program, have your insurance card ready and ask three things: is the program in network, does this level of care need prior authorization, and what will you owe after the deductible. Our insurance guides walk through major carriers.
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Call 866-825-1171Frequently asked questions
Is there an LGBTQ day program inside Athens?
Yes. 1 program in Athens itself are listed at the top of this page.
What does it mean that a program reports an LGBTQ program?
Each listed facility told SAMHSA's national treatment survey that it offers a program or group specifically for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer clients. It's self-reported, so ask the program how the group works and how often it meets.
What's the difference between IOP and PHP?
IOP usually meets about three hours a day, several days a week. PHP, or day treatment, runs most of the day, five or more days a week. Both let you sleep at home.
Can I keep working during IOP?
Often, yes. Many IOPs run in the evening. Partial hospitalization takes most of the day, so it's harder to combine with full-time work.
More treatment options near Athens
LGBTQ RehabGay & Gay-Friendly RehabLGBTQ-Friendly RehabLGBTQ Drug RehabLGBTQ Alcohol RehabLGBTQ DetoxLGBTQ Dual Diagnosis Treatment
LGBTQ Addiction Treatment in nearby cities
Jefferson, GAWinder, GAMonroe, GABraselton, GALoganville, GAGainesville, GALawrenceville, GACovington, GASnellville, GABuford, GAAll of Georgia
Guides
- Why LGBTQ-Specific Addiction Treatment Matters | LGBTQ Rehab
- Questions to Ask an LGBTQ Rehab Before You Enroll
- Inpatient vs Outpatient LGBTQ Rehab: Which Fits You?
- Privacy in Rehab: Confidentiality, Coming Out and Your Records
- LGBTQ Recovery Support After Rehab: Meetings, Community and Aftercare
- Does Aetna Cover LGBTQ Rehab?