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Carolina Dunes

2050 Mercantile Drive, Leland, NC 28451

✓ Joint Commission Est. 2008 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Carolina Dunes

  • Location: Leland, NC — Joint Commission accredited
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Medication-Assisted Treatment and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Carolina Dunes

Carolina Dunes Behavioral Health (CDBH) is a 112 bed psychiatric hospital located in Leland, NC, offering mental and behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. CDBH provides different levels of care, including inpatient psychiatric care and residential treatment programs. CDBH also treats substance use disorders using evidence-based treatments. Clients have access to individual, group, family, and recreational therapies while staying at the hospital.
CDBH's clinical team offers specialized programs for both adolescents and seniors. The inpatient adolescent program is designed for ages 12-17 who may be struggling with suicidal thoughts, depression, anxiety, self-harm, trauma, bipolar, schizophrenia and addictions. The senior program treats adults 50+ years old who may need treatment for grief, disordered thinking, aggression, sundown syndrome, depression and suicidal thoughts.
Carolina Dunes Behavioral Health’s campus includes outdoor courtyards, gymnasiums and plenty of windows that allow for natural light in the hospital rooms. CDBH accepts Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and most commercial insurances.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Carolina Dunes provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Adolescents Children Older Adults Girls Boys Midlife Adults

Amenities & Features

Basketball Court

Services Offered

Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient Residential/24-hour residential
Psychiatric hospital
Chlorpromazine Fluphenazine Haloperidol Perphenazine Pimozide Thiothixene Thioridazine Aripiprazole Asenapine Clozapine Lurasidone Olanzapine Paliperidone Quetiapine Risperidone Ziprasidone Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Activity therapy Couples/family therapy Group therapy Individual psychotherapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Crisis intervention team Psychiatric emergency onsite services Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
Private for-profit organization
Medicare Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance Cash or self-payment
Young adults Seniors or older adults Veterans Clients who have experienced trauma Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI) Persons experiencing first-episode psychosis Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED) Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Screening for tobacco use
STD testing TB screening Metabolic syndrome monitoring Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV) Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV) Laboratory testing
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Smoking not permitted
Children/Adolescents Young Adults Adults Seniors
Vaping not permitted
Court-ordered outpatient treatment Family psychoeducation Psychosocial rehabilitation services Case management service Suicide prevention services Education services

What to Expect at Carolina Dunes

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 Family Therapy, typically 7+ days.

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.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Carolina Dunes offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

The facility utilizes 8 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Carolina Dunes works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

2050 Mercantile Drive, Leland, NC, 28451

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Levels of Care

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Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction

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Frequently Asked Questions about Carolina Dunes

Does Carolina Dunes accept my insurance?
Carolina Dunes accepts 24 insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan — deductibles, copays, day limits, and pre-authorization requirements differ. Under the Mental Health Parity Act, commercial plans must cover addiction treatment at parity with medical care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free 5-minute benefits check.
What treatment programs are available at Carolina Dunes?
Carolina Dunes offers Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health with evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Medication-Assisted Treatment. Each admission starts with a clinical assessment against the ASAM criteria to match program intensity (detox, residential, IOP, or outpatient) to clinical need.
How much does treatment cost at Carolina Dunes?
Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance coverage. Typical national self-pay ranges: outpatient $1,000–$3,000/month, 30-day residential $5,000–$20,000, 90-day inpatient $12,000–$60,000. With 24 insurance carriers accepted at Carolina Dunes, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near Leland?
Yes. Browse all NC treatment centers or narrow to Leland specifically. Our full facility directory filters by insurance carrier and level of care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a human-curated shortlist based on your situation.
What should I expect during treatment at Carolina Dunes?
Treatment typically begins with a comprehensive clinical assessment, then a personalized plan combining individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Programs at Carolina Dunes typically last 7+ days. Aftercare planning — which may include sober living, outpatient follow-up, and peer support groups — ensures ongoing support after discharge. Per NIDA research, 90+ days of engaged treatment significantly improves long-term outcomes.
How do I verify Carolina Dunes is legitimate?
Every center listed on RehabFlow is sourced from the federal SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator and re-verified quarterly. This facility’s stated accreditation: Joint Commission. Licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, MD) should be on staff, not just peer coaches. If you spot outdated data, email [email protected] — we re-check within 24 hours.

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