Mitchell County Mental Health

339 Pride St
Pelham, GA 31779

Pelham, Georgia
229-294-6509

About Mitchell County Mental Health

Mitchell County Mental Health is a community service board created by the state to provide assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities, addictive diseases and mental health disorders. Mitchell County works in partnership with Georgia Pines in Pelham, Georgia to offer outpatient treatment services that include telemedicine and telehealth therapy.

They accept private health insurance, Medicaid, Medicare and military insurance (TRICARE). They provide outpatient services and some clients may appreciate that smoking and vaping are permitted in designated areas.

Serving a Diverse Clientele in Pelham, Georgia

The county mental health service welcomes a diverse set of clients. The treatment programs are accredited by The Joint Commission. They treat families, adolescents and adults.

The treatment center is about a mile from downtown Pelham, where the city is revitalizing this historic area. I like that there are also nearby parks with recreational facilities and green spaces.

Clients include individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. They welcome LGBTQ+ clients, criminal justice clients, service members and veterans. Additionally, they welcome pregnant and postpartum women and those with past trauma, such as sexual abuse and domestic violence.

Emphasizing A Community Based Care Treatment Model

The treatment team emphasizes community based care with continuity of care and the involvement of citizens. They work to reduce hospitalizations while assisting clients to maintain their stability so they can remain independent in daily living.

They use evidence based treatment modalities, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI) and brief interventions. They facilitate 12 step groups and offer substance use disorder counseling.

Many clients turn to substance use and misuse to deal with a traumatic past. The counselors use trauma related counseling to help clients identify past wounds so they can address and process them for a better treatment outcome. All clients work on relapse prevention plans.

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Amenities

Private Rehab

Private drug rehab provides a comfortable, secure environment that allows you to focus on doing the work to get your life back on track. Benefits include a higher staff-to-client ratio, increased one-on-one time with therapists and healthcare providers, private rooms for clients, and customized forms of therapy.

Residential Setting

Residential drug rehab provides the comforts of home with the therapeutic support needed to successfully recover. Benefits of an inpatient program include increased safety, a higher success rate, and the time and distance given to focus on recovery. Residential drug rehabs are often the preferred method of treatment, as they can be tailored to meet specific needs, offer focused therapeutic care, and provide the necessary tools to sustain recovery.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Teen & Adolescent Program

A young adult program in Georgia focuses on the motivations, challenges, and needs of this stage of life. Participants receive treatment tailored to this age bracket.

Adult Program

Treatment services at an adult program in Georgia are typically offered on a continuum of care. These intensity levels address unique needs as individuals progress through various stages of recovery.

Alcoholism

The goal of alcohol rehab in Georgia is recovery. This is a process that helps individuals achieve remission from alcohol use disorder and refrain from unhealthy drinking habits. Treatment typically includes one-on-one and group therapy sessions.

Men's Rehab

By offering men’s rehab in Georgia, addiction treatment centers provide an outlet for men to build bonds with other men who are facing similar challenges. The relationships formed can help men reduce their risk of relapse.

Women's Rehab

Addiction and substance use treatment affect men and women differently. Women’s rehab in Georgia addresses the internal and external factors that women face which differ from men.

Opioid Treatment

When you attend opioid rehab in Georgia, you’ll find a safe and comfortable atmosphere that allows you to navigate a path to a healthier life. Choose from inpatient or outpatient programs that surround you with support and give you the tools you need for sobriety.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Negative thought patterns can lead to substance abuse as a way to self-medicate. During cognitive behavioral therapy in Georgia, individuals learn how to identify and stop these negative patterns and manage them in healthy ways that don’t involve substances.

Drug Rehab

A quality drug rehab in Georgia can help you overcome addiction. This environment is designed to help you address the complex issues contributing to drug dependence. The goal of treatment is to give you the tools you need to make a full recovery.

Senior Drug & Alcohol Rehab

For older adults in need of addition treatment, elderly rehab in Georgia offers a variety of treatment options. Levels of care include inpatient programs, outpatient treatment, medical detox, preventive services, and aftercare. Each is designed to meet the needs of senior clients..

LGBTQ Friendly Rehab

LGBTQ-friendly rehab in Georgia addresses the unique needs of a diverse population. By tailoring treatment to meet these unique needs, rehabs can increase the chances of successful long-term recovery.

Rehab For Veterans

The needs of Veterans are different from other population groups. That’s why Veteran’s rehab in Georgia provides treatment that is designed with Veterans in mind. Programs incorporate the unique needs of Veterans while delivering effective addiction treatment.

Rational Behavior Therapy (RBT)

Rational emotive behavioral therapy in Georgia is used to treat substance use disorders as well as co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, phobias, and obsessive-compulsive behavior. Treatment involves identifying and disrupting irrational beliefs to alter behavior.

Levels of Care

Outpatient Rehab

For those with a moderate addiction, outpatient rehab in Georgia is often appropriate. This involves attending individual and group counseling sessions each week. Outpatient treatment may continue long-term if needed, until you are ready for the next stage of your recovery journey.

Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health

Both substance abuse and mental health disorders cause brain imbalances, so they often feed off each other. Treatment for dual diagnosis in Georgia provides access to addiction and mental health specialists, to effectively treat both conditions at once.

Aftercare & Alumni Program

Georgia aftercare rehab helps you navigate sober living after treatment. As you re-enter life, you’ll have support to help you face challenges and avoid relapse. Most people need aftercare for several months, and it’s common to remain in aftercare for a year or more.

Inpatient Rehab

Upon entering an inpatient rehab in Georgia, you will reside at the treatment center for the duration of your program. While there, you'll participate in individual, group, and family therapy sessions, and you may receive medication and additional holistic therapies.

Detox & MAT

Alcohol and drug rehab in Georgia starts with detox. You’ll be under 24/7 supervision, while medical personnel provide care and medication to alleviate withdrawal symptoms. Over a period of about a week, all addictive substances will be cleansed from your body.

Sober Living

Sober living in Georgia provides a drug-free environment where you can learn to live a sober lifestyle. You’ll receive peer support while taking on responsibilities for household bills and chores and adhering to strict house rules. This structured setting can be helpful during your first few months after rehab treatment.

Drug & Alcohol Intervention

Drug rehab in Georgia often starts with intervention services. Staff intervention specialists serve as a valuable point of contact for family members, helping with the planning and execution of interventions and following up with key resources and guidance on getting someone on the right path to recovery.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

Payment Options

Self-Pay Options

If you don't have health insurance or your policy doesn't cover a bulk of the costs for alcohol and drug rehab in Georgia, self-pay options can help. Also known as private pay, these methods mean you are paying for treatment out-of-pocket via options like personal loans, medical loans, credit cards, fundraisers, and so on.

Private Insurance

Private insurance coverage will help pay for a large portion of alcohol and drug reahb in Georgia. In many cases, insurance providers will even cover the entire cost of addicton treatment. Be sure to verify the details with your insurance provider.

Medicaid Accepted

If you meet the qualifications and qualify for Medicaid insurance coverage, these plans usually cover most - if not all - costs associated with alcohol and drug rehab in Georgia.

Financial Aid

Recieivng financial aid can often make all the difference in being able to afford a drug rehab in Georgia. In most cases, you'll need to apply for financial aid opportunities and continue checking in with the providers for an update on your application status. Funds in the form of grants, rehab scholoarships, and treatment beds via non-profit organizations are all examples of financial aid.

Medicare Accepted

Though the qualifications for Medicare are very specific, those who are eligible for coverage can use their plans to significantly reduce the overall costs of alcohol and drug rehab in Georgia.

Sliding Scale Payment

Sliding scale payment plans are generally offered by an alcohol or drug rehab in Georgia, providing you meet the program's qualifications. Repayment amounts and frequency of payments are based on your income and assets.

TRICARE

Administered by the Department of Defense, TRICARE offers comprehensive military health insurance plans for active 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.

Payment Plans & Financing

For those who are underinsured or uninsured, paying the total cost of a rehab program up front is not feasible. Fortunately, many alcohol and drug rehabs make financing available to potential clients through private loans, in-house payment plans, or partner lenders. You can choose a finance package that lets you start treatment immediately and pay for it later.

Free Rehab

Most states offer free alcohol and drug rehabs through public mental health and addiction treatment centers. These centers often provide detox, intensive outpatient programs (IOPs), residential treatment, partial hospitalization programs (PHPs), and support groups. You must meet certain requirements in order to qualify for free alcohol and drug rehabs, such as lack of income and insurance.

Accreditations

Joint Commission: Yes

Contact Information

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339 Pride St
Pelham, GA 31779

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