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
Life Strategies Counseling Hot Springs
Reidsville, NC
Private outpatient center offering individual and family therapy, court-ordered treatment, trauma-focused care, and integrated mental health services.
Life Strategies Counseling Jonesboro
Reidsville, NC
Private outpatient mental health facility offering therapy, crisis intervention, group and family therapy, LGBTQ-friendly, and trauma-informed care.
Life Strategies Counseling Marion
Reidsville, NC
Private outpatient mental health facility offering integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders, trauma-informed care, and LGBTQ-affirming services.
Life Strategies Counseling Osceola
Reidsville, NC
A private outpatient center specializing in young adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, offering individual and group therapy.
Life Strategies Counseling Paragould
Reidsville, NC
Integrative outpatient care for children/adolescents to seniors with group therapy, LGBTQ support, substance use treatment, and mental health services.
Life Strategies Counseling Trumann
Reidsville, NC
An outpatient mental health facility offering integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders with therapy, crisis intervention, and trauma support.
Life Touch
Kinston, NC
A private facility offering LGBTQ-inclusive mental health services, substance use treatment, and comprehensive assessments for all ages.
Life Touch
Kinston, NC
A private center offering comprehensive outpatient care for addiction, mental health, trauma, and co-occurring disorders with personalized treatment plans.
Lisa B Creef LCSW
Elizabeth City, NC
Lisa B Creef LCSW in Elizabeth City offers compassionate outpatient services targeting substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders in children and ad...
M and S Supervised Living
NC
A supervised living facility for seniors and adults with trauma, TBI, PTSD, SMI, eating disorders, and mental health services.
Morehead City VA Clinic
Morehead City, NC
Tucked within the Durham VA Health Care System, their community-based outpatient clinic located in Morehead City, North Carolina serves as a lifeline for vetera...
Nash UNC Healthcare Coastal Plain Hospital
Rocky Mount, NC
A comprehensive mental health and addiction center for adults with inpatient and outpatient services, medication management, and individual counseling.
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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