Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Atlanta, GA
Located in the mountains of North Georgia near Yonah Mountain, Black Bear Lodge is approximately an hour and a half from Atlanta and provides a full continuum of care for adults experiencing substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Our campus offers a quiet, nature-focused environment where individuals can step away from daily pressures and focus on treatment with the support of an experienced clinical team.
Black Bear Lodge provides:
- Medical detox
- Residential treatment
- Partial hospitalization (PHP)
- Intensive outpatient programming (IOP)
- Outpatient support
Whether you are calling for yourself or someone you care about, our admissions team is available 24/7 to answer questions and help you understand your options.
Our Addiction Treatment Programs
At Black Bear Lodge, treatment is individualized based on each person’s needs, history and goals for recovery. Our programs provide varying levels of structure and support throughout the recovery process.
Medical Detox
Subacute detox services with medical oversight and nursing support help individuals safely manage withdrawal symptoms and begin treatment.
Residential Inpatient Treatment
Residential care provides a structured environment with daily therapy, group programming and ongoing clinical support while individuals live on campus.
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
PHP offers structured day treatment several days per week with therapy, clinical support and recovery-focused programming.
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
IOP allows individuals to participate in treatment while continuing to manage responsibilities at home, work or school.
Outpatient Treatment
Outpatient services provide continued clinical support and recovery-focused care at a lower level of intensity.
Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Integrated treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma-related concerns and bipolar disorder.
Aftercare and Alumni Support
Discharge planning, alumni support and continued connection to recovery resources help individuals remain engaged in recovery after treatment.
Our Addiction Treatment Therapies
Treatment at Black Bear Lodge incorporates evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches designed to address both substance use and underlying emotional or behavioral concerns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT helps individuals identify unhealthy thought patterns and develop healthier coping strategies.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DBT focuses on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness and interpersonal effectiveness.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
ACT helps individuals develop psychological flexibility and align behaviors with personal values and long-term goals.
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
MI is a collaborative approach that helps individuals strengthen motivation and commitment to change.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one sessions with licensed therapists focused on personal challenges, trauma, relationships and recovery goals.
Group Therapy
Structured group sessions focused on coping skills, accountability, relapse prevention and peer support.
Family Therapy
Family sessions help improve communication, establish healthy boundaries and support recovery within the family system.
Grief and Loss Therapy
Supportive therapy focused on processing grief and emotional loss that may contribute to substance use.
Experiential Therapy
Therapeutic activities may include outdoor recreation, nature-focused experiences and creative therapies.
Yoga and Mindfulness
Mindfulness practices, movement, and wellness-focused activities support emotional and physical well-being during recovery.
Relapse Prevention Planning
Each individual works with the clinical team to develop a personalized relapse prevention and continuing care plan.
Why Black Bear Lodge
Choosing a treatment program is an important decision. Individuals from Atlanta choose Black Bear Lodge for its combination of clinical care, supportive programming and a setting that allows space away from daily stressors.
A Quiet Setting in North Georgia
Located near Yonah Mountain, Black Bear Lodge offers a more private environment removed from the distractions and triggers often associated with daily life.
Individualized Treatment Planning
Treatment plans are tailored to each individual’s clinical needs, recovery goals and personal history.
Dual Diagnosis Support
Our clinical team provides care for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously.
Joint Commission Accreditation
Black Bear Lodge is accredited by The Joint Commission, reflecting nationally recognized standards in behavioral healthcare.
Full Continuum of Care
Individuals can move through multiple levels of care within the same treatment system as needs change throughout recovery.
Experienced Clinical Team
Our team includes licensed therapists, nursing staff, case managers and behavioral health professionals focused on supporting long-term recovery.
Insurance & Payment
Black Bear Lodge works with many major commercial insurance plans and can help verify benefits before admission.
Accepted plans may include:
- Aetna® / Meritain Health®
- Anthem® Blue Cross® Blue Shield®
- Cigna / Evernorth
- Humana
- Magellan®
- Multiplan
- Optum® / United Behavioral Health / UMR
- TRICARE® East
- Carelon® / Beacon
- First Health®
What Our Patients Say
“My paradigm shifted here. Really this place is where angels go to work, and I couldn’t name them all if I tried. There is something very special happening here and if you want to begin a lifelong journey, Black Bear Lodge should be the foundation on which you start upon.”
— Former Patient
“I 100 percent recommend Black Bear Lodge for anyone struggling with addiction or who needs to detox. They are very caring, loving people. I was there for 21 days, and they helped me find another place to go after I left. They help you find the tools and resources you need. I highly recommend them. Thank you, Black Bear, for helping me change my life.”
— Former Patient
“Black Bear has been one of my greatest blessings in life so far. After two decades of continual addiction, I finally hit rock bottom and decided to seek treatment as I knew my life had to change fast. It was one of the best decisions I ever made. Black Bear has a special place in my heart, and I’ll always remember my time there. It truly changed my life.”
— Former Patient
