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Willow Oak Community Behav Health Ctr

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Overview

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Located on a major street with access to public transportation, Willow Oak Community Behavioral Health Center provides flexible, outpatient substance use and dual-diagnosis treatment for multiple age groups, from adolescents to seniors. Programs include Narcotics Anonymous (NA) 12-step facilitation and gender-specific groups. Mentoring and peer support are available, and care is offered for clients living with gambling addiction and chronic pain.

Address

6944 Highway 85, Suite F
Riverdale, GA 30274

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Ages Served

  • Adults (Ages 26-64)
  • Youth (Ages 12-17)

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Served

  • English

Treatment

  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Regular outpatient treatment

Special Programs

  • Service members
  • Adolescents
  • Adult men
  • Adult women
  • Court referrals
  • Military families
  • Past domestic violence
  • Past sexual abuse
  • Past trauma
  • Mental health disorders
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Pregnant/postpartum
  • Veterans
  • Pain management
  • Seniors
  • Young adults

Outpatient Care Adapted to Client Needs

With intensive outpatient (IOP) and general outpatient care options, Willow Oak offers flexibility to fit the schedules of working adults, students, and caregivers. Services are available both in-person and through telehealth. Evening virtual sessions are provided on a range of platforms, allowing clients to receive consistent care without disrupting their daily lives. Specialized telehealth groups, including anger management, dual-diagnosis support, and court-ordered programs, ensure continued access to care from home. Services are available in English, Creole, French, and Spanish.

Treatment for Underserved Populations

The center serves clients who often face barriers in accessing treatment. Programs are offered for adolescents, older adults, veterans, active-duty military families, pregnant and postpartum clients, and individuals involved in the justice system. It also supports people living with HIV/AIDS, trauma histories, or chronic pain. Care for gambling addiction and codependency challenges is available. The center is dedicated to creating a setting that respects clients’ backgrounds, identity, and specific life circumstances.

12-Step Integration and Gender-Specific Support Groups

The Twelve Steps are incorporated into the treatment approach, helping clients engage with structured peer recovery alongside therapy. This model supports accountability and connection, especially valuable for those with limited outside support. The facility offers gender-specific support groups, creating safe spaces where clients can discuss sensitive issues related to trauma, relationships, and gender identity. These focused group settings help encourage trust, allowing participants to explore recovery in ways that align with their lived experiences and corresponding challenges.

Family and Couples Counseling

Along with individual and group counseling services, the center offers family and couples counseling, recognizing that substance use often affects loved ones. These sessions help rebuild communication, address codependency, and resolve conflict with family when appropriate. Licensed counselors guide participants through structured conversations designed to create understanding and long-term support. Counseling is available both in-person and virtually, making it easier for families, including those separated by distance or scheduling conflicts, to participate actively in the recovery process.

Patient Reviews

Patient feedback highlights the facility’s virtual flexibility, evening hours, and specialized groups as key strengths. Services delivered in multiple languages help reduce barriers to care. Reviews point to a facility that is attuned to the needs of a diverse community and committed to accessible, effective care.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Anthem
  • Aetna
  • Carelon
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Ambetter
  • CareSource
  • TriWest
  • Other Private Insurance
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • TRICARE
  • State insurance

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.


Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Regular outpatient treatment

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Anger control support
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Domestic violence support
  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Couples counseling
  • Family therapy
  • Group therapy
  • HIV/AIDS education and support
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Community outreach and support
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Hepatitis B testing
  • Hepatitis C testing
  • Intervention and education support
  • Mental health assessment
  • Mental health screening
  • Monitoring for metabolic syndrome
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Temporary support for clients
  • Testing for HIV
  • Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Tuberculosis screening
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Medication-Based Treatments

  • Clonidine
  • Medication for mental disorders
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation

Amenities and Experiences

Room Amenities

  • Housekeeping

Activities

  • Gender-specific support groups
  • Job training
  • Life skills workshops

Settings

  • Beach

Policies

  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Vaping allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • For-profit

Quality and Trust

Council on Accreditation

COA is known for reviewing organizations that support families and communities, including addiction treatment programs. Their seal means the rehab center has strong leadership, treats people with dignity, and follows proven practices across all levels of care.

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SAMHSA-certified Opioid Treatment Program

This is a federal certification for programs that offer medication like methadone or buprenorphine to treat opioid addiction. It means the center is legally approved to provide this care, follows strict safety rules, and combines medication with counseling to support long-term recovery.

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Reviews and Ratings

(43)
  • Women-owned and operated, showcasing a commitment to community values.
  • Staff is consistently described as pleasant, professional, and attentive to clients' needs.
  • The agency offers convenient services like weekly medication management and walk-in appointments.
Willow Oak Community Behav Health Ctr
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