Ralph H Johnson VA Medical Center

109 Bee Street
Charleston, SC 29401

Charleston, South Carolina
843-577-5011

About Ralph H Johnson VA Medical Center

Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center offers behavioral health services to Veterans in the Charleston, South Carolina area. This location provides outpatient mental health and behavioral health services to treat a wide variety of concerns. Those whose primary diagnosis is substance use disorder may need a referral to an alcohol and drug rehab facility. Clients who have dual diagnosis may receive treatment. Individuals whose addictions can be managed through outpatient care may also receive treatment.

Trauma-informed care, evidence-based treatment approaches, and clinical treatments are provided. Common areas of focus include PTSD and trauma, health and disability challenges, psychosis and mental health challenges, and chemical or process addictions. Medication management is also provided. Those with dual diagnosis receive mental health treatment and addiction treatment concurrently. Clients who are at risk of harming themselves or someone else may need to be admitted to inpatient care for stabilization purposes. Treatment is generally covered through VA insurance.

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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.

Private Transportation

Transportation services are designed to ensure your addiction treatment begins and ends successfully by offering free transportation to the rehab facility, to and from your appointments during rehab, and back home upon program completion.

River View

Drug and alcohol rehabs with a river view can help to decrease anxiety, relieve depression, and improve concentration. Being in nature can even provide health benefits for some people, including lowering blood pressure.

Addiction Treatment Programs

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.

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.

Alcoholism

Alcohol rehab in South Carolina includes outpatient and inpatient programs. Inpatient requires participants to live at the facility, while outpatient programs provide daily support while the individual lives at home. The goal of both is to address addiction issues and help participants achieve long-term sobriety.

Men's Rehab

Men’s rehab in South Carolina can provide an environment where men feel safe from judgment and are comfortable sharing about their struggles. This can be key to successful recovery.

Women's Rehab

Women’s rehab in South Carolina focuses on physical, emotional, and spiritual support for women who are struggling with addiction. Often, women feel more relaxed and recover more quickly in these gender-specific settings.

Opioid Treatment

Opioid rehab in South Carolina offers hope for those struggling with opioid use disorder. Professional treatment can reduce withdrawal symptoms and address the mental and physical issues of addiction so you can begin to heal.

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.

LGBTQ Friendly Rehab

Women’s rehab in South Carolina focuses on physical, emotional, and spiritual support for women who are struggling with addiction. Often, women feel more relaxed and recover more quickly in these gender-specific settings.

Rehab For Veterans

Veterans often experience stress from deployment, combat exposure, and reintegration into civilian life. Veteran’s rehab in South Carolina addresses these challenges to provide effective addiction treatment for active and retired military personnel.

Fitness Therapy

Fitness therapy is an evidence-based complementary approach to addiction recovery and mental health care. Based on mounting scientific evidence of the benefits of physical activity in improving mood, enhancing clients’ sense of wellbeing, and decreasing depression and anxiety, fitness therapy encompasses a wide spectrum of intensities, from gentle yoga, qigong, and tai chi to weight training, kickboxing, and other highly physical activities.

Levels of Care

Outpatient Rehab

South Carolina outpatient rehab often helps people transition back to their lives from inpatient rehab. This less 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. If you have co-occurring disorders, you need dual diagnosis treatment in South Carolina to properly address all your recovery needs.

Aftercare & Alumni Program

Aftercare rehab in South Carolina gives you the guidance and support you need once you complete rehab. As you face temptations and life challenges, it provides resources to overcome hurdles and maintain sobriety. Common services include life coaching, counseling, and support groups. This aftercare often continues for a year or more after initial treatment.

Inpatient Rehab

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

Detox & MAT

Your first phase of drug rehab in South Carolina is detox. You’ll receive 24/7 supervised care while your body is cleansed of all toxins. Once this process is complete, you are able to move on to the next steps of recovery.

Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

Partial hospitalization programs (PHPs) in South Carolina often provide a bridge between inpatient and outpatient care. With PHPs, you participate in intensive treatment sessions approximately five days a week for several hours each day, then you can return home at night.

Accreditations

SAMHSA
CARF
Joint Commission

Accepted Insurance

Ralph H Johnson VA Medical Center works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Aetna

Contact Information

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109 Bee Street
Charleston, SC 29401

Fact checked and written by:
Lesley Wirth, MA, CCAR
Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW

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