Therapy & Treatment Programs in Athens, GA

Every person’s recovery journey is different, which is why effective treatment should never follow a one-size-fits-all approach. At Athens Area Commencement Center, we offer a full range of evidence-based Athens therapy and treatment programs designed to meet you where you are in recovery. Following a comprehensive clinical assessment, our team develops an individualized treatment plan that may include outpatient detox, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient treatment, counseling, family involvement, aftercare, and specialized therapies. Our goal is to provide the structure, education, and ongoing support you need to build a strong foundation for lasting recovery while continuing many of your daily responsibilities when clinically appropriate.

Signature Outpatient Treatment Programs

Alcoholism and drug addiction are treatable diseases. In order to meet the individual needs of each patient, the Athens Area Commencement Center Team offers several highly-successful treatment options without the need for long-term residential care. Our staff works with each individual patient, along with their families or employers, to determine the best plan of treatment.

Adult Detox

We provide Medical Outpatient Detox for individuals who are appropriately stable and meet medical criteria.

Adult Evening Treatment

We provide Intensive Outpatient Evening Treatment for those who must work during the day, 3 nights per week, plus Saturdays.
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday: 5 PM to 8 PM (*Family night on Mondays: Family members or support arrive at 5:45 PM)
Saturday: 9 AM to 12 PM

Adult Day Treatment & PHP

We provide Intensive Outpatient Day Treatment, six days per week. (All five weekdays, plus Saturday.)
Monday: 9 AM to 1 PM
Family Night 5 PM- 8 PM
(Family members or support person arrive at 5:45 PM) Tuesday through Friday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Saturday: 9 AM to 12 PM

Adult Continuum Care

Tuesdays: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Attendance is recommended weekly for two continuous years. Our results are an over 80% success rate, for those completing the Aftercare Program, as compared to the 10% national average for those completing inpatient treatment programs.

Athens Addiction Treatment Programs

Our Athens therapy & treatment programs are designed to provide the right level of care at every stage of recovery. Following a comprehensive clinical assessment, we create an individualized treatment plan based on your unique needs, recovery goals, and overall health. From medically monitored detox through continuing care, our licensed clinical team works together to provide evidence-based treatment, education, counseling, and ongoing support that helps you build a strong foundation for lasting recovery.

Detox

Begin recovery with medically monitored detox designed for adults who can safely withdraw at home while receiving daily clinical support and ongoing medical supervision.

Intensive Outpatient

Receive structured treatment through counseling, education, and group therapy while continuing many work, school, and family responsibilities when clinically appropriate.

Partial Hospitalization

Access a higher level of outpatient care with intensive daily treatment, clinical support, and individualized therapy without requiring overnight residential services.

Dual Diagnosis

Treat substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions together through integrated, evidence-based care tailored to your individual treatment and recovery needs.

Group Therapy

Build recovery skills, strengthen healthy relationships, and gain encouragement through professionally guided group sessions with others pursuing long-term sobriety together.

Relapse Prevention

Develop practical coping skills, identify personal triggers, and create a personalized plan that supports long-term recovery and reduces the risk of returning to substance use.

Aftercare

Stay connected to ongoing counseling, peer support, and recovery resources that reinforce healthy habits and promote lasting sobriety after primary treatment ends.

Adult Professional Treatment Program Spotlight

Our Executive Professionals Group is designed for licensed professionals who need specialized addiction treatment while balancing the responsibilities and expectations of their careers. As part of our comprehensive Athens treatment programs and mental health services, this program typically includes six weeks of intensive treatment followed by ongoing continuing care to support long-term recovery. When appropriate, Athens Area Commencement Center may provide advocacy and required documentation for a client’s professional licensing board.

To be eligible for Board of Licensure advocacy, clients must successfully complete the initial six-week stabilization phase and commit to an individualized continuing care plan.

Treatment Program Highlights

  • Professional monitor
  • Participation in Twelve Step meetings
  • Sponsor support
  • Quarterly monitoring reports (when required)
  • Random urine drug screening
  • Home support group participation
  • Weekly Advocate Group attendance
  • Individualized relapse prevention plan


Our Executive Professionals Group meets every Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Athens Mental Health Therapy Programs

Our Athens mental health therapy programs address the emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges that often accompany substance use disorders. As part of an individualized treatment plan, these evidence-based therapies help you process trauma, manage anxiety or depression, strengthen coping skills, and build healthier patterns of thinking and behavior. By supporting your mental and emotional well-being alongside addiction treatment, we help you create a stronger foundation for lasting recovery.

Trauma-Informed

Begin recovery with medically monitored detox designed for adults who can safely withdraw at home while receiving daily clinical support and ongoing medical supervision.

PTSD Treatment

Receive structured treatment through counseling, education, and group therapy while continuing many work, school, and family responsibilities when clinically appropriate.

Anxiety


Access a higher level of outpatient care with intensive daily treatment, clinical support, and individualized therapy without requiring overnight residential services.

Depression

Treat substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions together through integrated, evidence-based care tailored to your individual treatment and recovery needs.

Cognitive Behavioral

Build recovery skills, strengthen healthy relationships, and gain encouragement through professionally guided group sessions with others pursuing long-term sobriety together.

Dialectical Behavioral

Develop practical coping skills, identify personal triggers, and create a personalized plan that supports long-term recovery and reduces the risk of returning to substance use.

Family

Treat substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions together through integrated, evidence-based care tailored to your individual treatment and recovery needs.

Grief & Loss

Build recovery skills, strengthen healthy relationships, and gain encouragement through professionally guided group sessions with others pursuing long-term sobriety together.

Exposure & Response


Develop practical coping skills, identify personal triggers, and create a personalized plan that supports long-term recovery and reduces the risk of returning to substance use.

Executive Professional

Stay connected to ongoing counseling, peer support, and recovery resources that reinforce healthy habits and promote lasting sobriety after primary treatment ends.