MUSC Health Institute of Psychiatry

67 President Street
Charleston, SC 29425

Charleston, South Carolina

843-792-9888

About MUSC Health Institute of Psychiatry

MUSC Health Institute of Psychiatry in Charleston, South Carolina provides therapeutic support for individuals affected by mental conditions and substance misuse or both. Various addiction treatment and recovery options are available for adults through their Center for Drug and Alcohol Programs (CDAP). This includes intensive outpatient rehabilitation, outpatient recovery and a buprenorphine maintenance program.

These treatment options will help you overcome substance misuse and co-occurring disorders. Each program begins with a comprehensive evaluation and personalized treatment.

Their intensive outpatient rehabilitation is a flexible program that engages you in activities that support lasting recovery. It incorporates recovery skills, addiction education classes and individual and group therapy. This therapy uses clinically proven methods like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI) and 12-step facilitation.

This model encourages positive thinking and feelings that help motivate you to make good changes in your behavior. The focus is on creating a strong support network for recovery and developing interpersonal skills. Some of this includes effective communication, problem-solving and managing anger and stress. These enable you to handle triggers better, avoid relapse and maintain sobriety.

You can expect about nine weekly therapy sessions divided into three sessions three days a week. This includes Wednesday evening virtual relapse prevention groups where you’ll participate alongside program alumni as part of their thriving recovery support community. Random alcohol and drug testing is conducted during therapy to ensure you’re on track. The program also includes psychiatric care like meds management to support folks struggling with co-occurring conditions.

You’ll work with a clinician to craft an aftercare plan for sustained recovery. This normally involves stepping down to their outpatient recovery program. This program involves a less intensive schedule of further individual therapy to reinforce your specific treatment goals. They might provide this therapy virtually to make it more comfortable for you. Psychiatric care is also available.

Their Buprenorphine maintenance clinic uses buprenorphine alongside group psychotherapy to address opioid dependence. The meds ease withdrawal symptoms and the therapy tackles the psychological aspects of your opioid misuse. This medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is provided by licensed addiction counselors and psychiatrists who collaborate to get the best results.

CDAP also provides confidential addiction evaluations and treatment for medical and legal professionals. MUSC Health does not offer adolescent substance use treatment through CDAP. Such services are available through their Youth Collaborative and Family Tree initiatives. The Youth Collaborative provides clinical services, research opportunities and educational classes to prevent substance use for young adults aged 12 to 25. The program promotes healthy community development.

Family Tree is an outpatient adolescent treatment and recovery initiative that supports children aged 12 to 18 affected by substance misuse and co-occurring disorders. The therapeutic intervention for these kids includes psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational enhancement.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Adult Program Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Senior Drug & Alcohol Rehab Teen & Adolescent Program

Adult Program

The goal of an adult program in South Carolina is to help individuals who have substance use disorders achieve the highest level of independence and best quality of life attainable. This is accomplished through a variety of counseling and therapy methods tailored to the individual.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Therapists often use cognitive behavioral therapy in South Carolina to help individuals learn how to deal with challenging situations without the use of substances. This treatment often includes role-playing techniques.

Senior Drug & Alcohol Rehab

Elderly rehab in South Carolina provides a safe haven for older adults who want to recover from alcohol or drug addiction. Highly trained staff are familiar with the challenges of addiction among the elderly and customize treatment to meet these needs.

Teen & Adolescent Program

A young adult program in South Carolina focuses only on young adults and their developmental needs as they face addiction issues. Treatment addresses the unique challenges of this stage of life and helps young adults work through recovery.

Levels of Care

Inpatient Rehab

Inpatient drug rehab in South Carolina can last anywhere from a few weeks to more than 90 days, depending on t...he program. During that time, you will live at the rehab facility and receive treatment such as counseling, medication, and forms of holistic therapy.

Outpatient Rehab

South Carolina outpatient rehab often helps people transition back to their lives from inpatient rehab. This l...ess restrictive program involves attending regular counseling sessions and support group meetings. The length of outpatient rehab varies from short-term to long-term, based on each person’s recovery journey.

Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health

Treating a substance abuse disorder without treating a co-occurring mental health disorder is not effective. I...f you have co-occurring disorders, you need dual diagnosis treatment in South Carolina to properly address all your recovery needs.

Financial Aid

If you need help with paying for alcohol and drug rehab in South Carolina, financial aid may be a good solutio...n. Financial assistance options include grants, scholarships, non-profit programs, personal funding, and health insurance programs to help you manage the expense of substance abuse treatment.

Medicaid Accepted

Medicaid (South Carolina Healthy Connections Medicaid): If you’re eligible under Healthy Connections Medicai...d, you may be able to get coverage to assist with the cost of alcohol and drug rehab in South Carolina. The amount covered may be limited and depend on various factors.

Medicare Accepted

If you are eligible for Medicare, you may get coverage for alcohol and drug rehab in South Carolina, including... detox, inpatient rehab, and more. The amount of coverage will depend on many things, including whether you are seeking inpatient or outpatient treatment for substance abuse.

TRICARE

Administered by the Department of Defense, TRICARE offers comprehensive military health insurance plans for ac...tive and retired military members and their families. Similar to PPO programs offered by private insurance companies, TRICARE covers multiple levels of care for addiction treatment, including detox, inpatient rehab, and outpatient services.

Private Insurance

If you have private insurance, you can use it to help cover the cost of alcohol and drug rehab in South Caroli...na. The amount covered may depend on your policy and whether the treatment center is in-network or out-of-network. You may be left with some costs like a co-payment, or co-insurance. Check with your insurer for more information.

Self-Pay Options

You have the option to pay for your alcohol and drug rehab in South Carolina out-of-pocket, known as self-pay ...or private pay. Private pay gives you access to all levels of care — including detox and inpatient rehab — that you may not otherwise have access to through a private insurer or state-run program.