Mississippi Drug and Alcohol treatment center works miracles! My son has always been an addict. We've tried countless rehabs and programs but he could never stay sober longer than a few months, he always returned to drinking and smoking weed and then eventually disappearing ...
About Mississippi Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center
Mississippi Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center is a Biloxi-based addiction provider offering medical detox and residential rehabilitation for adults navigating substance use disorders.
The facility treats alcohol, opioid, prescription drug and other substance use disorders alongside co-occurring mental health conditions using evidence-based therapies and 12-step principles.
Their mission centers on providing a structured, supportive campus where clients can step away from daily triggers and build a strong foundation for lasting recovery.
Residential Addiction Treatment
The center’s core specialty is comprehensive inpatient addiction care beginning with medically supervised detox and continuing into residential treatment with 24/7 clinical support.
Individualized treatment plans address the physical, emotional and psychological aspects of addiction in a safe campus environment.
Clients engage in individual counseling, group work, family therapy and proven modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Programming also incorporates relapse prevention, addiction education, life skills development and peer support to promote sustained recovery.
Dual Diagnosis and Trauma-Informed Care
Beyond addiction treatment, the center offers integrated dual diagnosis care for clients managing co-occurring mental health conditions alongside substance use.
Trauma therapy services include EMDR, individual and family therapy, with optional Christ-centered programming and spiritual guidance for those seeking faith-based support.
Latest Reviews
A stable suicidal veteran referred by the VA MH Unit arrived on 11/9/25. I wanted change in my life, your place helped clear my head, learned to love myself. I was broken w/ Depression, Anxiety, PTSD and Alcohol substance use disorder. This place tore my walls down, I no longer isolated. I worked the program, I listened and learned to ALL the professional Staff here. I became a miracle and it works if YOU let it. On Dec. 24th I completed my 1st ever program. I'm a success now and you can be too. The food is Amazing, Really!!!
Response from the owner1 week ago
Dear Michael, thank you for sharing your inspiring journey with us! We're overjoyed to hear how our program has helped you break down your walls and embrace a new life, and we are so proud of your success!
My experience at msdatc has been a life changing event. I fell in love with all the staff, I mean everybody. Hannah, my therapist, impressed me with how she was able to unravel troubles in my life that i was so deeply holding onto and had let burden me for so long. She helped me in recognizing who I was again by not allowing my past to define me. She helped me find my confidence again, and i am forever grateful for that. It felt good to be able to establish trust and vulnerability so quickly with her. For stina, sharing her story was so inspiring of where she once was and the things she has accomplished. It really helped to understand my own life and my ability to overcome my addiction. I was thankful for all of the peer support here with deidra, wendy, and tray. I could tell they really cared about influencing people's lives in a positive way, and it added to all of the love I felt here from the staff. For Allysa, my case manager, her story was also inspirational and it gave me hope and I was highly impressed with her time management skills and the accomplishments that she's made in her recovery. The nursing staff made me feel safe and taken care of. They comforted me and all of my medical needs. Brooke and Mrs. Kim really impressed me with the way they orchestrated all the meals and i felt the love through mrs. Kim with every meal she made. Brooke also kept things very orderly here. Mari taught me how to stand on boundaries and do it with grace because she definitely stands on business in her own recovery.
The words escape me for my time here because it was THAT meaningful. These are people who have shown up in a way for me that I never believed existed anymore. If I can turn a teardrop into a review, that would be it.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Your heartfelt words truly touched us, Mark. We're so grateful that you found such immense support and connection with our team, especially with Hannah and the staff who shared their stories and experiences with you. It means a lot to know you felt safe and cared for during your journey—thank you for sharing this beautiful reflection!
There are moments in life when words simply don’t feel big enough to express the gratitude in your heart. This is one of those moments. This review is nothing if not completely Personal.
Walking through the doors of Mississippi Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center was one of the most impactful decisions I’ve ever made. At MSDATC I found hope, healing, understanding, and people who reminded me that I was STILL worthy of a better life.
To Stina Jacobs: My Super Hero!!
Thank you for seeing the person behind my pain. I want you know that your compassion, patience, wisdom, and unwavering belief in your patients changed my life in ways I never thought possible! You created a space where I felt safe enough to lower the walls I had spent a lifetime building. You didn’t judge me, and never once gave up on me. You listened closely and challenged me in ways that only the WORLD’s BEST THERAPIST could.
**Pause for Hair Flip**
You opened my eyes and taught me how to love myself unconditionally through every one of my flaws and emotions. You helped me produce what can easily be considered the best version of myself that I’ve ever been. You encouraged like only a mother’s love could/would and most importantly, you helped me believe that healing wasn’t just possible it was something I deserved. I will carry the lessons you’ve taught me for the rest of my life. Stina, you will forever hold a very special place in my heart and life in recovery.
I want to give special recognition thanks to Hannah Harwell.
Hannah, you are such an amazing and fiercely compassionate therapist. Your skills and dedication to your profession are nothing short of pure and divine.
you truly perform miracles through your work and service to your clients. Thanks for all the laughs, positive affirmations and support! I would leave this leave off this post right here but.. Namaste lol!
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Madison: Thank you for being so cool, kind and bad ass!! Hands down the coolest therapist on this side of the Mississippi River haha!
Wildly, Whimsical..
Wowing-ly Wonderful Miss WINDY!!
You will truly be missed as I apply every tool you equipped me with for the wild ride called life! You are adored and appreciated. Thank you for the research and real life work that
YOU DID and that was present in all of your classes and curriculum.
From the bottom of my heart, I appreciate all of your support and advice that’s given me this opportunity to have a long and happy life. I can’t wait to one day volunteer with you in the community!
Also my main man Blake!
Blake: Thanks for always keeping me grounded in faith and understanding. You are one hell of a mentor, friend and one of the hardest working men/fathers alive. God bless you and thank you for every little thing you done to help me become a man my daughter and I can both be proud of!
To the nursing staff: Haley, Ms. Sherry, Joy, Arnette, Tiffany Jessica Faith and Most importantly Sweet ol’ Megan aka Meggy better known as Meggars!!
You always had my health, happiness and stretches at heart lol.
And I would be doing a tremendous disservice if I didn’t recognize two very special people:
Brooke (Big Mama!!) and Ms. Kim. What many people may see as “just cooking meals” became something so much more. Every meal I had was prepared with care, consistency, and love. In a season where many of us were rebuilding ourselves one day at a time, your incredible meals became a source of comfort, normalcy, and joy. Thank you for nourishing not only our bodies but also our spirits. Your kindness was felt in every meal you served.
Brooke: YOU ARE WONDERWOMAN!! Thank you for making me feel loved and appreciated. You’re the realest most sincere person I think I’ve ever met and I hope you know that your drive and passion will forever motivate me to give my everything in all I do!!
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May God continue to bless every member of the Mississippi Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center family. Thank you for giving me one of the greatest gifts I have ever received: a renewed hope for my future.
Response from the owner1 week ago
What an incredible review! I'm so grateful for your heartfelt words and thrilled to hear that our team, especially Stina and Hannah, made such a profound impact on your journey. Your resilience and willingness to embrace healing inspire us all, and we’re honored to have been a part of your recovery story. 
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Other Forms of Payment
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.
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.
Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.
Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.
Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Clients stepping down from inpatient care or who prefer to remain at home while receiving intensive treatment may choose to enroll in an outpatient rehab. Outpatient day treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) are designed for clients requiring more robust supervision and daily treatment. Standard outpatient services enable clients to attend addiction counseling and recovery education throughout the week, with many centers offering weekend, night, and evening sessions to accommodate clients' work and family schedules.
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.
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.
Clients engaged in a rehab aftercare program approach recovery as a life-long process. Drug rehab aftercare encompasses myriad services designed to promote clients' continued sobriety as they reintegrate into their home, workplace, and community. Clients generally partner with their case managers and recovery team to define their recovery needs and goals and to identify and access the services they need to promote them. These often include peer coaching, career counseling, and 12 step program induction.
12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a short-term form of intensive rehab, usually for those with acute symptoms that are hard to manage but don’t require 24-hour care. PHPs have structured programming (i.e. individual and/or group therapy), and usually meet 3-5 days a week for around 6 hours (i.e. 9am-3m). Some PHPs are residential (patients sleep on site) and some are not, so patients sleep at home. PHPs can last from 1-6 months, and some offer transportation and meals.
During early phases of recovery, 24-hour clinical care in Mississippi provides several advantages that can improve recovery outcomes. First, medical staff can prescribe medications to manage withdrawal. Second, staff are available 24/7 to address mental health issues that arise. Third, any other medical issues can be addressed, such as illness or medication management. Lastly, this intensive level of treatment can provide nutritional care to further improve the individual's health.
Under the 24/7 care of medical professionals, a medically supervised detox helps to ensure your maximum safety and comfort while ridding the body of all addictive substances. In many cases, your medical team will administer various medications (like Suboxone or methadone) to help alleviate the symptoms of withdrawal. After you are fully detoxed off drugs and alcohol, you'll likely transition to the next stage of your recovery process.
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.
For those seeking help with addiction, a drug rehab in Mississippi offers the necessary care to achieve long-term recovery. Options include inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and long-term drug rehab in Mississippi.
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
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.
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.
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Clinical Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.
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.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.
Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.
EMDR is a therapeutic modality originally developed to help process trauma. In an EMDR session, a patient is prompted to undergo eye movements that mimic those of REM sleep. This is accomplished by watching a therapist's finger move back and forth across, or following a bar of light. The goal is repetitive sets of eye movements that help the brain reprocess memory, which can significantly reduce the intensity of remembered traumatic incidents. Associated memories can heal simultaneously, leaving patients significantly calmer, more stable, and more emotionally relaxed.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
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Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Sandi Carlson, Ph.D., MAAP
Owner & CEO
Kristie Slinskey, DSW, LCSW
Chief Clinical Officer
Dustin Marmalich, MD
Medical Director
Dr. Pamela Tambini, MD
Addictionologist
Brian Henrie, LMSW
Family Therapist
Michael Carlson
Community Outreach
Accreditations
State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.
State License: Mississippi
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Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
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Contact Information
13251 Reece Bergeron Road
Biloxi, MS 39532
Get Help Now - 228-432-4666
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