Wilmington, NC

Aegis Treatment Center Wilmington

Founded

2000

Program Length

30 days

Focus

This center primarily treats substance use disorders, helping you stabilize, create relapse-prevention plans, and connect to compassionate support.

Aegis Treatment Center helps people dealing with substance use disorders such as opioids through outpatient care and medication-assisted therapy, with both in-person and telehealth options. They offer treatment to safely manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings. The center also provides specialized support for pregnant women and offers gender-specific and culturally responsive care groups. Their approach blends evidence-based therapies with holistic support to treat the whole person. Patients receive individualized counseling, group therapy, and education about addiction and recovery. Mindfulness, stress-reduction techniques, and peer support are included to build emotional strength and life balance throughout the healing journey. The clinic is conveniently located with easy access to nearby communities, offering a supportive environment for recovery. Situated in Wilmington, part of the Los Angeles Harbor area, the city is rich in maritime history, featuring attractions like Banning’s Landing Community Center and the Aquarium of the Pacific. After visiting Aegis, exploring the area’s historic landmarks and waterfront can provide a peaceful setting for reflection and rejuvenation.

Services

Key offerings grouped by category

Type of Care

Substance use treatment Detoxification Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children

Service Setting (e.g., Outpatient, Residential, Inpatient, etc.)

Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient Outpatient Residential/24-hour residential Hospital inpatient detoxification Hospital inpatient treatment Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization Long-term residential Short-term residential

Opioid Medications used in Treatment

Methadone used in Treatment Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment

This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder

Type of Opioid Treatment

Buprenorphine detoxification Buprenorphine maintenance Federally-certified Opioid Treatment Program Methadone detoxification Methadone maintenance Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization

Pharmacotherapies

Acamprosate (Campral®) Disulfiram Methadone Buprenorphine sub-dermal implant Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable) Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Lofexidine Medication for mental disorders Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation

Treatment Approaches

Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Matrix Model Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Trauma-related counseling 12-step facilitation

Facility Operation (e.g., Private, Public)

Private for-profit organization

License/Certification/Accreditation

State Substance use treatment agency State mental health department State department of health Hospital licensing authority The Joint Commission SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP) Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted

Medicare Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance Cash or self-payment

Special Programs/Groups Offered

Young adults Adult women Pregnant/postpartum women Adult men Seniors or older adults Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma

Assessment/Pre-treatment

Comprehensive mental health assessment Comprehensive substance use assessment Interim services for clients Outreach to persons in the community Complete medical history/physical exam Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders Professional interventionist/educational consultant

Testing

Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing Drug or alcohol urine screening HIV testing STD testing TB screening Metabolic syndrome monitoring Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV) Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)

Transitional Services

Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge

Recovery Support Services

Self-help groups Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Recovery coach Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training

Other Services

Treatment for other addiction disorder

Detoxification (medical withdrawal) Services

Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Opioids detoxification Medication routinely used during detoxification

Education and Counseling Services

HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Hepatitis education, counseling, or support Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling Marital/couples counseling Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.)

Medical Services

Hepatitis A (HAV) vaccination Hepatitis B (HBV) vaccination

Facility Smoking Policy

Smoking permitted in designated area

Age Groups Accepted

Young Adults Adults

Sex Accepted

Female Male

Facility Vaping Policy

Vaping not permitted

Ancillary Services

Acupuncture Case management service Domestic violence services, including family or partner Early intervention for HIV Mental health services Social skills development Transportation assistance Integrated primary care services Suicide prevention services

Contact Information

Address

2520 Troy Drive, Wilmington, NC, 28401

Phone

(310) 513-1300

Contact

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