Find Treatment Centers in North Carolina
605 SAMHSA-verified facilities. 3,867 annual opioid deaths. Help is available — and it works.
Quick answer: North Carolina has 605 verified treatment centers. Medicaid is expanded — many programs are free or low-cost for eligible residents. The overdose rate is 40.5/100k (#13 nationally, above the national average of 33.1). Top cities: Charlotte, Greensboro, Statesville. Need help? Call (833) 546-3513.
Treatment Centers in North Carolina
605 facilities found
SouthLight Healthcare Poplarwood Court
Raleigh, NC
A comprehensive outpatient center providing integrated mental health and substance use disorder treatment, group counseling, and individual psychotherapy.
Southeastern Integrated Care
Pembroke, NC
Southeastern Integrated Care, located in Pembroke, North Carolina, specializes in addressing both substance use and serious mental health challenges. This outpa...
Southern Family Medicine
Mooresville, NC
At Southern Family Medicine in Mooresville, NC, a multidisciplinary team offers outpatient substance use and mental health treatments. Their approach encompasse...
Southern Family Medicine Main
Mooresville, NC
Southern Family Medicine Main in Mooresville, NC, combines a holistic approach to substance use treatment and mental health care in an outpatient setting. Offer...
Stepping Stones Community Res
Wilson, NC
Located in Wilson, NC, Stepping Stones Community Resource Center offers an integrative outpatient approach to treating substance use disorders and co-occurring...
Sunlight Behavior Center, Inc.
Fayetteville, NC
This center provides residential mental health treatment for high-risk adolescent boys. Their main goal is to offer top-notch care that helps young people becom...
Sunpath
Gastonia, NC
Sunpath, situated in Gastonia, NC, stands out as a comprehensive facility catering to those experiencing substance use disorders and serious mental health issue...
Tanglewood Arbor
Lumberton, NC
Private residential and outpatient center offering comprehensive mental health assessment, detoxification, counseling, and trauma-related care for adults and yo...
Terros Health- 27th Avenue Health Center
Hendersonville, NC
Comprehensive outpatient mental health and substance use treatment center with personalized care, therapy, medication management, and holistic approach.
Thomasville Medical Center Geriatric BH Unit
Thomasville, NC
A non-profit center offering comprehensive mental health and addiction treatment, including therapy, medication management, and specialized services.
Timber Ridge Treatment Center
Gold Hill, NC
Residential treatment center for children and adolescents with mental health services, trauma-informed care, and family involvement.
Top Priority Care Services
Greensboro, NC
Integrated outpatient care for adults with co-occurring substance use and mental health conditions, offering comprehensive assessments and individualized treatm...
Addiction Treatment in North Carolina: What You Need to Know
North Carolina has 605 SAMHSA-verified treatment facilities serving a population of 10,835,000. That's approximately 5.6 facilities per 100,000 residents. The state's drug overdose death rate of 40.5 per 100,000 is above the national average of 33.1 — ranking #13 nationally. With 3,867 opioid-related deaths reported annually, access to evidence-based treatment programs remains critical.
Insurance & Medicaid Coverage in North Carolina
North Carolina has expanded Medicaid under the ACA, significantly broadening access to addiction treatment for low-income adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level (~$20,783/year for an individual). Covered services typically include medical detox, inpatient/residential rehab, outpatient counseling, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). In addition to Medicaid, most private insurance plans — including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Humana — are required by the Mental Health Parity Act to cover substance use disorder treatment at parity with medical care.
The Overdose Crisis in North Carolina
North Carolina reports 3,867 opioid-related deaths annually with an overdose rate of 40.5/100k (above the 33.1 national average by 22%). Substance use disorder affects approximately 7.1% of adults in the state (national average: 7.2%). North Carolina has enacted a Good Samaritan law that protects individuals who call 911 during an overdose emergency from certain criminal charges — encouraging bystanders to seek help. Naloxone (Narcan), the opioid overdose reversal medication, is available via standing order in North Carolina, making it accessible without an individual prescription.
Types of Treatment Available
| Program | Duration | Cost Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Detox | 5–10 days | $1,000–$5,000 | Alcohol, opioid, benzo withdrawal |
| Inpatient Rehab | 28–90 days | $6,000–$30,000 | Severe addiction, co-occurring disorders |
| PHP (Partial Hospitalization) | 2–4 weeks | $3,000–$10,000 | Step-down from inpatient, intensive support |
| IOP (Intensive Outpatient) | 2–4 months | $3,000–$10,000 | Work/school compatibility, 9-20 hrs/week |
| Outpatient | 3–12 months | $1,400–$10,000 | Mild-moderate, stable housing |
| MAT | 6–24+ months | $5,000–$15,000/yr | Opioid use disorder, relapse prevention |
Medicaid covers most programs for eligible residents. Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification.
Where to Find Help in North Carolina
Treatment facilities in North Carolina are concentrated in urban areas, with Charlotte leading with 64 centers, followed by Greensboro (45) and Statesville (34). For residents in rural areas, telehealth addiction counseling and out-of-area programs provide alternatives. Browse our full North Carolina directory to filter by city, treatment type, and insurance accepted.
Last updated: March 2026 · Written by the RehabHive Editorial Team · Sources: SAMHSA, CDC WONDER, KFF
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