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Southern Live Oak Wellness

1535 Mount Vernon Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338

✓ Joint Commission Est. 2019 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Southern Live Oak Wellness

  • Location: Dunwoody, GA — Joint Commission accredited
  • Levels of Care: Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Life Skills, Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR) and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Southern Live Oak Wellness

Southern Live Oak Wellness is a treatment provider in Dunwoody, GA, delivering co-occurring mental health and outpatient care with an individualized, evidence-informed approach.

The facility provides levels of care including co-occurring mental health and outpatient, a capacity of 6-15 beds and typical program lengths around 90 days.

Treatment draws on evidence-based and supportive therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, life skills, eye movement therapy (emdr), trauma-specific therapy and medication-assisted treatment and a treatment philosophy that is evidence-based, holistic, personalized treatment and individual treatment, tailored to the individual.

The program serves men and women and lgbtq+ and treats alcohol, co-occurring disorders and drug addiction.

Amenities include access to nature, fitness center, outdoor lounge, pool and recreation room.

Coverage is accepted from 24 plans such as Medicare, Optum, Oscar and Tricare; the admissions team can confirm what your policy covers.

Aftercare options include follow-up sessions (online) and support meetings (on-site).

For details on admissions, availability, and coverage, reach out to Southern Live Oak Wellness or call our 24/7 helpline.

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 Southern Live Oak Wellness 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 LGBTQ+

Amenities & Features

Access to Nature
Fitness Center
Outdoor Lounge
Pool
Recreation Room
Gardens
Gourmet Dining

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient Partial hospitalization/day treatment Residential/24-hour residential
Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Chlorpromazine Haloperidol Aripiprazole Brexpiprazole Cariprazine Clozapine Lurasidone Olanzapine Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination Paliperidone Quetiapine Risperidone Ziprasidone Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Individual psychotherapy Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Crisis intervention team
Private for-profit organization
Private health insurance Cash or self-payment
Young adults Seniors or older adults Veterans Members of military families Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced trauma Persons with eating disorders Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Screening for tobacco use
Metabolic syndrome monitoring Laboratory testing
Housing services Mentoring/peer support
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Seniors
Vaping permitted in designated area
Court-ordered outpatient treatment Diet and exercise counseling Family psychoeducation Intensive case management Supported housing Case management service Integrated primary care services Suicide prevention services Education services

What to Expect at Southern Live Oak Wellness

1. Initial Assessment

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

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Therapy, typically 90 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.

Southern Live Oak Wellness 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 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 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. Southern Live Oak Wellness 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

1535 Mount Vernon Road, Dunwoody, GA, 30338

Quick Facts

Program90 days
Capacity6-15 beds
FocusThis center treats mental heal...
Insurance24 accepted
AccreditationJoint Commission

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Holistic Personalized Treatment Individual Treatment Bio-Medical

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southern Live Oak Wellness

Does Southern Live Oak Wellness accept my insurance?
Southern Live Oak Wellness 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 Southern Live Oak Wellness?
Southern Live Oak Wellness offers Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient with evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Life Skills, Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR). 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 Southern Live Oak Wellness?
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 Southern Live Oak Wellness, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near Dunwoody?
Yes. Browse all GA treatment centers or narrow to Dunwoody 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 Southern Live Oak Wellness?
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 Southern Live Oak Wellness typically last 90 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 Southern Live Oak Wellness 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 corrections@rehabflow.us — we re-check within 24 hours.

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