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About Ascensa Health
Ascensa Health (formerly St. Jude’s Recovery Center) is a CARF accredited addiction and behavioral health treatment center in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia. The admissions office is on Pine Street and takes walk-ins on weekdays starting at 8:00 a.m. They offer comprehensive services for adults with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. They have different levels of care, including subacute detox. This is a good program if you’re uninsured because state funding covers the costs for clients who are uninsured or underinsured. They also take insurance as an out of network provider.
The detox (withdrawal management) program is a residential program in a 24 bed facility. They have around the clock medical monitoring. If you’re intoxicated, experiencing withdrawal symptoms, or if you’re in imminent withdrawal, they can help you detox. If your symptoms are severe or life threatening, they’ll refer you to a hospital.
Withdrawal symptoms differ depending on the type of substances used and the duration and severity of the use. Some common symptoms of alcohol withdrawal are headaches, tremors, nausea, vomiting, insomnia, and high blood pressure. Early symptoms of opioid withdrawal may include excessive tearing, insomnia, sweating, agitation, and muscle aches.
In the withdrawal management program, they’ll give you supportive medications to help ease your symptoms and make you more comfortable. They’ll also give you fluids and a balanced and nutritious diet. The time in detox is different for everyone, but the maximum stay in the detox program is 20 days. Most people are through withdrawal in about 5-7 days. Detox is an important step in recovery because you’re ridding your body of toxins and breaking the physical dependence you have on the substances.
After detox, you’re ready to meet with your team to decide on your next step. You may move to a residential treatment program. There are also outpatient programs that may be more appropriate, depending on your situation.
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Inpatient and residential programs provide round-the-clock medical and emotional support as you live at the treatment facility. This level of care may be recommended if you have severe addictions or mental health conditions since it removes outside distractions and allows you to focus solely on therapy. |
In outpatient therapy, you’ll attend therapy sessions several times each week while living at home. This is ideal if you have a strong support system and a lower risk of relapse. Outpatient treatment offers flexibility to maintain work, school or family obligations. |
Dual diagnosis programs address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. This integrated approach to care improves the likelihood of long term recovery and stability by addressing the root causes of addiction. |
Sober living homes provide a supportive and substance free environment for you to live in as you overcome your addiction. Residents must follow house rules and support each other's recovery journeys. Sober living fosters accountability and stability during this critical phase of recovery. |
Intensive Outpatient
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Partial hospitalization programs provide comprehensive treatment in a structured setting during the day but allow you to return home at night. These programs offer a balance of inpatient and outpatient rehab and provide intensive support without full time residency. |
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Inpatient detox occurs in a dedicated treatment facility. You’ll live there around the clock and receive intensive medical support and supervision to help manage your withdrawal symptoms. It is suitable for individuals with moderate to severe addictions as it ensures a stable detox environment. |
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems. |
Medication assisted treatment combines medication and counseling to manage withdrawal and reduce cravings for opioid and alcohol addiction. Medications may include methadone, buprenorphine or naltrexone. MAT is tailored to your needs so you can actively participate in your treatment journey. |
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Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment. |
Alcohol detox programs offer medical support to help individuals withdraw safely from alcohol. Your care team may use medications to ease your symptoms and provide medical monitoring to address complications. |
Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on changing harmful thought patterns and behaviors associated with addiction. You’ll learn healthier coping mechanisms by identifying and replacing negative thoughts. This improves your emotional resilience and decreases your relapse potential. |
Drug detox programs support individuals who are withdrawing from addictive substances like cocaine and heroin. Medical support helps you manage symptoms in a controlled and safe environment so you can achieve initial sobriety. |
Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills. |
Military and veteran programs offer specialized support for clients who served in the armed services. Programs focus on reintegration and healing within a structured and supportive environment that acknowledges the unique struggles of military life. |
Opioid detox uses medications to ease severe withdrawal symptoms. It also includes medical supervision to help you manage potential complications. These services allow you to stabilize and begin a recovery plan. |
Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender specific issues such as trauma, family roles and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment. |
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support. |
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Levels of Care
Inpatient and residential programs provide round-the-clock medical and emotional support as you live at the treatment facility. This level of care may be recommended if you have severe addictions or mental health conditions since it removes outside distractions and allows you to focus solely on therapy.
In outpatient therapy, you’ll attend therapy sessions several times each week while living at home. This is ideal if you have a strong support system and a lower risk of relapse. Outpatient treatment offers flexibility to maintain work, school or family obligations.
Dual diagnosis programs address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. This integrated approach to care improves the likelihood of long term recovery and stability by addressing the root causes of addiction.
Sober living homes provide a supportive and substance free environment for you to live in as you overcome your addiction. Residents must follow house rules and support each other's recovery journeys. Sober living fosters accountability and stability during this critical phase of recovery.
Partial hospitalization programs provide comprehensive treatment in a structured setting during the day but allow you to return home at night. These programs offer a balance of inpatient and outpatient rehab and provide intensive support without full time residency.
Detox Service Setting
Inpatient detox occurs in a dedicated treatment facility. You’ll live there around the clock and receive intensive medical support and supervision to help manage your withdrawal symptoms. It is suitable for individuals with moderate to severe addictions as it ensures a stable detox environment.
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems.
Medication assisted treatment combines medication and counseling to manage withdrawal and reduce cravings for opioid and alcohol addiction. Medications may include methadone, buprenorphine or naltrexone. MAT is tailored to your needs so you can actively participate in your treatment journey.
Programs
Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment.
Alcohol detox programs offer medical support to help individuals withdraw safely from alcohol. Your care team may use medications to ease your symptoms and provide medical monitoring to address complications.
Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on changing harmful thought patterns and behaviors associated with addiction. You’ll learn healthier coping mechanisms by identifying and replacing negative thoughts. This improves your emotional resilience and decreases your relapse potential.
Drug detox programs support individuals who are withdrawing from addictive substances like cocaine and heroin. Medical support helps you manage symptoms in a controlled and safe environment so you can achieve initial sobriety.
Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills.
Military and veteran programs offer specialized support for clients who served in the armed services. Programs focus on reintegration and healing within a structured and supportive environment that acknowledges the unique struggles of military life.
Opioid detox uses medications to ease severe withdrawal symptoms. It also includes medical supervision to help you manage potential complications. These services allow you to stabilize and begin a recovery plan.
Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender specific issues such as trauma, family roles and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment.
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support.
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FAQs
Does Ascensa Health in Atlanta offer medication-assisted treatment for opioid detox?
Yes, Ascensa Health provides medication-assisted treatment (MAT) services specifically for individuals in recovery from opioid use disorder. The clinical team offers medications alongside counseling and support services as part of outpatient treatment designed to support long-term recovery.
What levels of outpatient care does Ascensa Health provide for substance use?
Ascensa Health offers three levels of outpatient care: standard outpatient treatment, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for those needing higher structure while maintaining daily responsibilities, and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) for daytime structured treatment with evening return home.
Does Ascensa Health treat co-occurring mental health conditions alongside substance use?
Yes, Ascensa Health takes an integrated approach, providing comprehensive support for individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. The facility treats the whole person by addressing both mental health needs and substance use recovery simultaneously.
What support services are available during recovery at Ascensa Health?
Beyond medication and counseling, Ascensa Health provides peer support, recovery coaching, and case management services. These supports help clients with employment, life skills, and housing stability, reflecting the facility’s focus on helping people experiencing homelessness and housing instability maintain recovery.
Does Ascensa Health offer telehealth options for substance use treatment?
Yes, Ascensa Health offers telehealth services for eligible clients, allowing flexibility in accessing outpatient treatment and medication management from home while maintaining structured recovery support.