Tennessee Treatment Centers
Through clinical services, research and education we aim to provide the highest quality of comprehensive care for individuals with co-occurring chemical addiction and mental health issues in the United States.
Foundations Memphis is located in a charming East Memphis neighborhood where we serve patients stepping down from higher intensity services as well as individuals seeking entry-level outpatient care.
Foundations Nashville, located in a historic home in one of Nashville’s oldest neighborhoods, is committed to providing confidential, responsive outpatient services.
The Smoky Mountain Lodge at Pasadena Villa is a residential psychiatric treatment center in the beautiful Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. Our compassionate, dedicated staff fosters an environment of healing. By providing treatment for the full spectrum of mental health disorders, we ensure that clients are well prepared for life after treatment.
We provide care online, by secure live video and mobile app. Joint Commission-accredited. Our clients get help with alcohol and drug problems from the privacy of home. We accept private health insurance, and offer affordable private pay packages. We have flexible program schedules to fit your life.
Conveniently located in historic Germantown, Tennessee, Crestwyn Behavioral Health is a state-of-the-art treatment center where adults and adolescents can receive life-changing care for mental health and substance use disorders.
The new Erlanger Behavioral Hospital provides psychiatric and addiction services within the local community. Our hospital consists of 24 beds to be allocated for geriatric patients, 24 for adults, 18 for children and adolescents, and 22 for adult substance abuse patients.
Mirror Lake Recovery Center has been supplying top-notch addiction treatment that sets the standard of true clinical excellence. This center provides proven effective treatment that is able to transform the lives of all who come to Mirror Lake to defeat an addiction to drugs and/or alcohol.
Village Behavioral Health is a 96-bed treatment center in Louisville, TN, near Knoxville. We provide comprehensive treatment and accredited academics for adolescents, ages 13-17, who have been struggling with a variety of mental and behavioral health disorders.
Mental Health Matters in Tennessee
In 2013, 29% of adults in Tennessee reported having "poor mental health," according to a survey by the Henry J. Kaiser Foundation. Only 34% of adults who need public mental health services receive them, and 27% of high schoolers with mental health issues who receive special education services eventually drop out of school. Seeking proper care, though, makes it possible to lead a happy, fulfilling life.
Residential Treatment and Rehabilitation Centers
Residential facilities offer round-the-clock care, making them an ideal option for people struggling with substance abuse and suicidal thoughts, as well as those who want an escape from the stress of daily life.
Although residential treatment can be expensive, the Affordable Care Act—known colloquially as Obamacare—dictates that insurers are required to cover mental health care. If your symptoms qualify under your insurance plan, all or a portion of your stay in residential treatment could be covered.
Every residential facility is a bit different. Some are more akin to luxurious resorts, while others are solely focused on boosting your mental health. Focus on finding a place where you feel comfortable and welcome, and be sure to check the facility's online reputation. No matter where you go, though, you'll probably have access to, at minimum, the following services:
- Therapy sessions at least weekly.
- A drug and alcohol-free environment where peer pressure is greatly reduced and where you are partially shielded from the stress of the outside world.
- Group treatment programs that may include group therapy, support groups such as Narcotics Anonymous, and informal support networks from people who have faced challenges similar to your own.
- Medical management of any medical conditions you have, in addition to assistance managing your medications, finding the right treatment for your condition, and going through the detox process if you experience addiction.
- Enrichment activities that can help you master new skills, distract you from stress, and help the time in rehab seem shorter.
Some rehab facilities also offer outpatient care. At some places, this care is a less intensive form of treatment for former residents transitioning back to normal life. Other facilities, though, offer outpatient treatment in the form of therapy, support groups, and other services for non-residents.
Mental Health Care in Tennessee
According to Mental Health America's Parity or Disparity: The State of Mental Health in America, Tennessee ranks 25th among all states in overall mental health care quality. The state ranks slightly lower in terms of access, at 33rd among all states. Tennessee has one of the highest rates of suicidal thoughts in the nation, ranking 5th among all states, and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) reports that nearly 900 Tennesseans die due to suicide each year.
Tennessee has a relatively low rate of emotional, behavioral, and developmental issues among children, ranking 42nd in the nation. The state places 44th in prevalence of substance abuse among adults. Its rate of substance abuse among minors, though, is much higher, placing the state 8th among all states. Children who don't receive good care can face a lifetime of challenges. About 70% of incarcerated children have a mental health issue, and 73% of female state prison inmates and 55% of male state prison inmates have at least one mental health condition.
Tennessee’s Demographics
Tennessee boasts a population of nearly 6.5 million. About 4.6% of the population is immigrants, compared to 12.9% nationwide. Sixty-seven percent of adults own their homes, and the median income is just over $44,000. Whites are the majority race, making up 79.1% of the population, and blacks comprise 17% of the population. Asian residents make up 1.6% of the population and American Indian and Alaska Natives making up just .4%.
References:
- By the numbers: Mental illness behind bars. (2014, May 15). Retrieved from http://kaiserhealthnews.org/news/by-the-numbers-mental-illness-jail/
- Mental Health America. (2014). Parity or disparity: The state of mental health in America, 2015. Retrieved from http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/sites/default/files/Parity%20or%20Disparity%202015%20Report.pdf
- Percent of adults reporting poor mental health by race/ethnicity. (2013). Retrieved from http://kff.org/other/state-indicator/poor-mental-health-by-re/
- State Statistics: Tennessee. Arlington, VA: National Alliance on Mental Illness, n.d. PDF.
- Tennessee. (2014, December 4). Retrieved from http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/47000.html