Creekside is a men-only
detox and residential center nestled in the mountainous terrain of Knott County that treats substance use disorders. Its
holistic program offers CARF-accredited clinical programs and medical services directed by an addictionologist. Creekside's Christian-centered approach includes 12-Step support and chaplaincy care. It also provides vocational training opportunities.
Phase 1 of their 4-phase program focuses on ridding substances from the body and creating a personalized care plan. Creekside’s medical professionals give a physical and mental assessment upon arrival to begin to tailor treatment. Their medical detoxification provides a safe, supervised environment to withdraw from drugs or alcohol.
Medication-assisted therapy is available as needed.
Creekside’s residential program is guided by a Christian, holistic approach to care, focused on treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. They provide 24/7 addiction specialist support. Clients engage in evidence-based 1:1 and group counseling to identify triggers and develop new coping skills. Creekside offers AA, NA, and Celebrate Recovery meetings. Clients can transition to their intensive
outpatient care with a sober living option for continued treatment with more flexibility.
Phases 2 and 3 focus on peer support and practical tools for returning to work and school. Creekside provides spiritual life options, continued individual and
group therapy, and 12-Step meetings. Life skills development includes specialized employment training and educational programming. In the final phase of treatment, men participate in an internship program to help build practical life skills. Upon completion, clients receive a Health and Human Services certificate from Sullivan University that can be rolled into Sullivan’s 2-year associate or 4-year bachelor’s program.
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 ARC Creekside provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)