Athens Area Commencement Center

1175 Mitchell Bridge Road, Athens, GA 30606

2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

About Athens Area Commencement Center

This center aids individuals and families battling drug and alcohol addiction. They provide various care levels, including day treatment (PHP), outpatient detox, and outpatient treatment. Their unique, personalized approach refined since 1978 helps patients get sober without leaving family or work, fostering a strong foundation for lasting recovery.
Integrated Therapeutic Strategies
Their treatment approach is individualized and based on current science, viewing addiction as a disease. They use proven therapies like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and family therapy. Clients receive tailored care addressing their unique needs, guided through educational and reality-based group sessions towards lasting recovery.
Commitment to Lasting Sobriety
A key feature is their specialized outpatient detox for alcohol and opioids, allowing sobriety without disrupting daily life. They strongly emphasize the family's vital role in recovery, offering dedicated support. An aftercare program ensures continued assistance after treatment, helping individuals maintain sobriety. This integrated approach supports a healthier future for clients and their loved ones.

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Adolescents Young Adults

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Detoxification
Outpatient Outpatient detoxification Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization Intensive outpatient treatment Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Regular outpatient treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
Other contracted prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
In-network prescribing entity Other contracted prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Buprenorphine detoxification Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization
Disulfiram Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Clonidine Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Motivational interviewing Matrix Model Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling 12-step facilitation
Private for-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency State department of health Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Adolescents Adult women Adult men Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Comprehensive substance use assessment Outreach to persons in the community Complete medical history/physical exam Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing Drug or alcohol urine screening HIV testing STD testing TB screening Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV) Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Self-help groups Mentoring/peer support
Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Opioids detoxification Medication routinely used during detoxification
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
Smoking permitted in designated area
Children/Adolescents
Female Male
Vaping not permitted
Case management service Social skills development Integrated primary care services

What to Expect at Athens Area Commencement Center

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 30 day.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Contact Information

1175 Mitchell Bridge Road, Athens, GA, 30606

Quick Facts

Program30 day
FocusThis center treats substance u...
Insurance24 accepted

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment Twelve Step Medical

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Prescription Drugs Chronic Relapse Benzodiazepines Cocaine Ecstasy Heroin Marijuana

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Frequently Asked Questions

Athens Area Commencement Center accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Athens Area Commencement Center offers Outpatient, Detox, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in GA or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 30 day. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA
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