Find Treatment Centers in Tennessee
540 SAMHSA-verified facilities. 3,193 annual opioid deaths. Help is available — and it works.
Quick answer: Tennessee has 540 verified treatment centers. Medicaid has not been expanded, but facilities offer sliding-scale fees and payment plans. The overdose rate is 56.6/100k (#2 nationally, above the national average of 33.1). Top cities: Chattanooga, Memphis, Nashville. Need help? Call (833) 546-3513.
Treatment Centers in Tennessee
539 facilities found
Unity Psych Care Memphis
Memphis, TN
Integrative psychiatric care center for adults offering inpatient and outpatient treatment, medication management, therapy, and specialized services.
Volunteer Behavioral Health Athens Campus
Athens, TN
Intensive outpatient treatment center with comprehensive mental health and substance use services for all ages.
Volunteer Behavioral Health Cleveland Campus
Cleveland, TN
Intensive outpatient center providing comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment with therapy, counseling, and medication management.
Volunteer Behavioral Health Cookeville Campus
Cookeville, TN
Volunteer Behavioral Health's Cookeville Campus, located in Cookeville, TN, offers a wide array of services for individuals dealing with substance use and menta...
Volunteer Behavioral Health Dayton Campus
Dayton, TN
A non-profit community mental health center offering outpatient treatment for adults and adolescents with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders...
Volunteer Behavioral Health Gallatin Campus
Gallatin, TN
Comprehensive outpatient center providing mental health and addiction services with counseling, therapy, assessments, and medication management.
Volunteer Behavioral Health Lafayette Campus
Lafayette, TN
Outpatient center offering comprehensive mental health and substance use disorder treatment with therapy, counseling, and medication management.
Volunteer Behavioral Health Livingston Campus
Livingston, TN
Non-profit center offering outpatient mental health and substance use disorder treatment, medication management, and comprehensive assessments for all ages.
Volunteer Behavioral Health McMinnville Campus
McMinnville, TN
Private nonprofit facility offering comprehensive mental health and substance use disorder treatment for all ages, with medication-assisted therapy options avai...
Volunteer Behavioral Health Rockwood Campus
Rockwood, TN
Integrative outpatient center offering individual and group therapy, substance use treatment, and comprehensive mental health services for all ages.
WKDA Services
Dresden, TN
A private center offering comprehensive substance use treatment for adults with individual and group counseling, discharge planning, and relapse prevention.
Addiction Treatment in Tennessee: What You Need to Know
Tennessee has 540 SAMHSA-verified treatment facilities serving a population of 7,126,000. That's approximately 7.6 facilities per 100,000 residents. The state's drug overdose death rate of 56.6 per 100,000 is above the national average of 33.1 — ranking #2 nationally. With 3,193 opioid-related deaths reported annually, access to evidence-based treatment programs remains critical.
Insurance & Medicaid Coverage in Tennessee
Tennessee has not expanded Medicaid under the ACA, which limits publicly funded treatment access for low-income adults without dependent children. However, traditional Medicaid still covers some addiction treatment services for eligible populations (pregnant women, children, individuals with disabilities). Many of Tennessee's 540 facilities offer alternative payment options: sliding-scale fees based on income, payment plans, state-funded program slots, and private insurance acceptance. The Mental Health Parity Act requires most private insurers to cover SUD treatment at the same level as medical/surgical care.
The Overdose Crisis in Tennessee
Tennessee reports 3,193 opioid-related deaths annually with an overdose rate of 56.6/100k (above the 33.1 national average by 71%). Substance use disorder affects approximately 6.6% of adults in the state (national average: 7.2%). Tennessee 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 Tennessee, 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 |
Many facilities offer sliding-scale fees. Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification.
Where to Find Help in Tennessee
Treatment facilities in Tennessee are concentrated in urban areas, with Chattanooga leading with 135 centers, followed by Memphis (131) and Nashville (31). For residents in rural areas, telehealth addiction counseling and out-of-area programs provide alternatives. Browse our full Tennessee 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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