- 19 LGBTQ programs within 10 miles
- 39 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles
- 53 LGBTQ programs within 50 miles
- DeKalb County, Georgia · population 49,356
Talk with an independent helpline about LGBTQ programs near Dunwoody, what your insurance covers and how soon you can start. Available 24/7.
Call 866-825-1171LGBTQ Rehab programs closest to Dunwoody
Berman Center
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPDrug treatmentDual diagnosisAtlanta Recovery Place
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDrug treatmentTalbott at Dunwoody
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDetoxNorthside Hospital Behav Hlth Servs
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPDual diagnosisTrauma-informedMary Hall Freedom Village Inc
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialIOP / PHPDrug treatmentNewport Academy
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialIOP / PHPTrauma-informedSamba Recovery
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPDrug treatmentTrauma-informedMARR – Mens Recovery Center
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialIOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentRoad to Recovery Inc – Atlanta
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPGPA Treatment Inc
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Counseling Center at Roswell
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPDrug treatmentDual diagnosisSanative Recovery and Wellness
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPTrauma-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 LGBTQ programs in Georgia.
What the programs near Dunwoody offer
Of the 12 listed programs shown here, 9 accept private insurance, 10 offer trauma-related counseling, 11 offer cognitive behavioral therapy, 5 offer a sliding fee scale, 9 offer telehealth, 3 provide inpatient or residential care, 7 treat co-occurring mental health conditions, and 8 run a program for clients with HIV. Always confirm with the program before you go.
Levels of care within 25 miles of Dunwoody
Counts of LGBTQ programs that report each service to SAMHSA, out of 39 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles.
| Service | Programs |
|---|---|
| Residential treatment | 9 |
| Hospital inpatient care | 1 |
| Detox services | 4 |
| Partial hospitalization (PHP) | 23 |
| Intensive outpatient (IOP) | 29 |
| Regular outpatient | 31 |
| Trauma-related counseling | 38 |
| Telehealth | 31 |
Nearby cities to compare
| City | Distance from Dunwoody | LGBTQ Rehab programs within 10 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Sandy Springs, GA | 3 miles | 17 |
| Doraville, GA | 3 miles | 16 |
| Chamblee, GA | 4 miles | 21 |
| Brookhaven, GA | 5 miles | 24 |
| Peachtree Corners, GA | 5 miles | 15 |
Why LGBTQ-specific care can matter
Research summarized by the National Institute on Drug Abuse finds that sexual and gender minority people report higher rates of substance use and substance use disorders than the general population. Researchers often explain the gap with minority stress: the extra, ongoing strain of stigma, discrimination and having to stay on guard.
A program with an LGBTQ group gives you a place to talk about those pressures with people who share them, instead of working around them.
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.
Residential or outpatient?
Residential care makes sense when use is daily, when detox needs medical support, or when home isn't a safe or stable place to recover. Outpatient and intensive outpatient programs fit when you have a stable place to live and want to keep working.
Prefer to live at home during treatment?
We list 37 programs within 25 miles of Dunwoody that report intensive outpatient, day treatment or regular outpatient services. Intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs let you attend treatment during the day or evening and go home afterward.
Georgia rules and programs that affect treatment
These state-level facts apply to everyone seeking LGBTQ rehab in Dunwoody.
Who oversees treatment
The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) licenses Drug Abuse Treatment and Education Programs and Narcotic Treatment Programs, a duty that moved to it from the Department of Community Health. Its Office of Addictive Diseases also funds substance use treatment providers.
Overdose Good Samaritan law
Georgia's 9-1-1 Medical Amnesty law (O.C.G.A. 16-13-5) protects a person who in good faith seeks medical help for an overdose, for themselves or someone else, from arrest and prosecution for certain minor drug possession offenses when the evidence comes solely from seeking help. It also covers some probation, parole and protective order violations tied to those offenses.
Cost and coverage
The cost of treatment depends mostly on the level of care, length of stay and your insurance. Residential care costs the most; outpatient therapy the least. Many programs on SAMHSA's directory accept private insurance, and some offer sliding-scale fees. See our insurance guides.
Free, confidential help finding LGBTQ programs near Dunwoody. Independent helpline, 24/7.
Call 866-825-1171Frequently asked questions
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.
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.
Do LGBTQ rehabs only accept LGBTQ clients?
Usually not. Most programs on this page serve everyone and run a dedicated group or track for LGBTQ clients.
How long does rehab last?
It depends on the level of care and your progress. Residential programs commonly run several weeks, and outpatient care often continues for months.
More treatment options near Dunwoody
Gay & Gay-Friendly RehabLGBTQ Addiction TreatmentLGBTQ-Friendly RehabLGBTQ Drug RehabLGBTQ Alcohol RehabLGBTQ DetoxLGBTQ Dual Diagnosis Treatment
LGBTQ Rehab in nearby cities
Sandy Springs, GADoraville, GAChamblee, GABrookhaven, GAPeachtree Corners, GANorcross, GARoswell, GANorth Druid Hills, GAJohns Creek, GAAlpharetta, GAAll of Georgia
Guides
- Why LGBTQ-Specific Addiction Treatment Matters | LGBTQ Rehab
- Questions to Ask an LGBTQ Rehab Before You Enroll
- Transgender Rehab: Finding Addiction Treatment That Respects Your Gender
- Minority Stress and Addiction: How Stigma Affects Substance Use
- Family Rejection, Chosen Family and Recovery
- LGBTQ-Friendly vs LGBTQ-Specific Rehab: What's the Difference?