Don't believe anything they tell you or anything you can read in their web page, they just don't care for their patients and will do everything as quick as possible just to finish their shifts. That wasn't the kind of treatment I received.
About American Addiction Treatment Center Newport News
Medication assisted treatment consists of meds that can help you with your withdrawal pains and cravings. Prescriptions like buprenorphine and methadone are given based on your clinical needs. You’re supervised during the dosing so there’s little chance of overdose or any negative effects.
Your medication assisted treatment is also supplemented with counseling. This can take several forms, such as individual and group therapy, motivational interviewing, 12 Step groups, cognitive behavioral therapy, and career coaching. Counseling can also be done via Telehealth, so you’ll be able to use your cell phone or tablet to get treatment.
The facility is open in the mornings for dosing, with counseling taking place in the mornings and early afternoons. They’re accredited by CARF and recently by NAATP, so you know your treatment meets a professional standard.
Fact checked and written by:
Peter Lee, PhD
Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW
Latest Reviews
Id like to thank this program. The facility and all of the people who get up and make this place available to people like myself. I came in...in a state of almost coming undone. I was starting to give up on myself. And I was in a situation that no one wants to be in while struggling with a substance abuse issue. Dr Nick stayed on my case. He was honest with me, while trying his hardest not to be over bearing. (I'm sure he wanted to knock me out and tie me to an inpatient bed and lock me away) But he simply told me the facts. By the Grace of God I got it together. I have never been more proud of myself. I know that you should not get kudos for doing what a person is supposed to do, but that shit was hard for me so I'm gonna pat myself on the back until I find something else to be proud of. Hazel at the front has always greeted me with a big smile and had always been super kind to me. My counselor Malik has also been super attentive and quick to do anything that I've requested that was recovery and new life related. And of coarse .. my honest Hero Dr. Nick...he has been the one to tell me exactly what I needed to hear. He won't take up too much of your time. I think he can read through the people who are serious and the ones just trying to avoid being sick with methadone...all while using drugs along with it. Regardless I am grateful for all of them. Let's not forget Dude Nurse Donnie and a few others that don't work there anymore. Straight up gratitude for them all. If your serious about getting your life together, this is a nice place to visit daily until they feel like they can trust you to get your take home doses. I've been to other clinics and tried other programs, and this one has been my favorite. I would recommend anyone who wants to free themselves from the life of being a slave to a substance. This place let me know that I was holding the keys to free these chains the whole time. They just showed me a way to use them. There are a few ways to obtain recovery. This was the way that worked for me. I pray someone reads this and tries. I have struggled off and on for almost 15 years, I wished I gave this place a try sooner. You can go everyday and still mess up, or you can put your foot in it with them and quit that stuff. It's up to you. They will be there regardless if you show up. But don't be surprised when they call you and ask you where you have been....because they are actually worried when they don't punch your number in that morning. Give it a try, they can't do all the work for you, but they can alleviate some of the pain that goes along with quitting and also provide you with some programs for food assistance...homelessness ..mental health...PTSD ....all the things that using does to a life. Again. Gratitude for Hazel, Malik, Nurse Donnie, and Dr Nick. Thank you for showing up everyday and putting on your war faces to help me fight this terrible enemy. And guess what. We are winning! Y'all got one out of the grips of this plague. It takes a special type of person to have empathy for people that constantly hurt themselves. Please continue fighting. I am proof that there is success in this science. With God's grace...modern medicine..and a MODERN thinking recovery team it can be done. I know the fight is not over, and I'm grateful that that door is open 6 days a week. I am daring any addict to please walk in and ask for some of the names I've mentioned at this facility....and if you are expecting I especially beg that you stop in this facility and ask for any of them. They will not judge you and you can save your unborn child so much suffering if you do. No one there will make you feel like a bad person. Take the way out. Get well....save some money...and give yourself a chance. There is a million ways to do it. But save yourself the agony and give this place a try.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you for sharing your story, Kelly. Our team is dedicated to meeting each person where they are and it means so much to hear the impact that support has had in your life. Thank you again!
it's a mostly good place. not all the staff are my favorite, but that's going to happen anywhere. the new director was handed a pile of mess and is trying to make the best of it while making things better at the same time, and she's doing the best she can with what she was given from what I can tell. most of these patients just don't have.... patience. I've seen them corner staff members and scream at them for being held outside while a patient is having a medical emergency in the lobby. they only care about themselves, and there are no employees or security on drugs or smoking pot outside.
I'm hopeful they can get to a place where they can have a really good crew that stays for a long time and works cohesively together. I'm glad this clinic is here for those of us that need it.
the only staff member I truly have an issue with is a counselor (?) Sarah. I'm not sure what her problem is but she looks at us and treats us like we're just a bunch of junkies and nothing more. she is rude to clinic patients, she's not understanding to any situation, she lies to patients just so she doesn't have to do something, or even try, and the worst one: she also breaks HIPAA - her office is right off the lobby & if you're standing there, you can hear both sides of her entire Zoom call therapy appointments because she keeps her door wide open during these calls. I heard everything one young woman said in her appointment, very personal things. she should be ashamed of herself. the behavior I have seen from her is honestly unacceptable, and I don't believe this is the job for her. if you think addicts are beneath you, you shouldn't be working here Sarah.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Hi Katie, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and experience with us. Please know, we take patient feedback very seriously and your concerns with some of our team are being addressed. We want you to know that you, all of our patients, and your recovery are our top priority and we wish you the absolute best on your journey in recovery.
New director is disrespectful, sarcastic, starts issues, doesn't resolve anything, intimidated by patients, and has let the program go to crap! All the staff that we have come to know and like have been replaced with addicts fresh out of recovery with less clean time than I. I am ok with an addict in recovery as a counselor but with myself being more advanced I don't see how their going to assist in my recovery
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Anthony. Our goal is always to meet our patients’ needs, wherever they are in the recovery process. Please give us a call at (844) 755-3399 so we can talk with you about your concerns and hopefully improve our program based on your feedback. We hope to hear from you soon! 
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Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
Once involved in a 12 step recovery program, clients can commit to a model of life-long recovery rooted in spiritual growth and intensive peer support. 12 step meetings are anonymous, peer-led, free, and accessible day and night, year-round, in most communities. Self-selected sponsors provide one-on-one coaching as participants work through the steps of recovery. These steps are based on spiritual principles used to address the origins of the addiction and to encourage self-compassion, forgiveness, acceptance, and accountability.
Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.
Treatments
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
When you enroll in drug rehab in Virginia, a treatment plan is designed by professional staff in order to help you overcome drug addiction and modify addictive behaviors. This may include evidence-based treatments, group and individual therapy, and relapse prevention.
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.
Programs
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Clinical Services
Cognitive behavioral therapy in Virginia is a short term form of talk therapy. Participants usually have homework between sessions, which may include journaling, self talk, and setting SMART goals. The aim is to transform negative thought patterns into positive ones.
Men and women in Virginia use individual therapy to focus on addiction related challenges as a necessary part of their drug and alcohol addiction treatment. Your therapist guides you in developing coping strategies, setting realistic goals, and building a strong foundation for an improved quality of life.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
Motivational interviewing in Virginia allows clients to examine their lives and consider their options. It is particularly useful if the client lacks confidence in their ability to change or is feeling uncertain about their desire to change.
Accreditations
The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.
CARF Accreditation: Yes
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12695 McManus Boulevard
Building 2
Newport News, VA 23602
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