It’s been years still l since I was in here maybe around 2013 or so, and I can’t believe it’s still running and by the reviews, still just bad as ever. They over medicate children heavily to the point where it’s a very big blur for me in there, but one thing I will n ...
About Peachford Hospital
Peachford Hospital is located in a secluded part of the Dunwoody suburb in Atlanta, Georgia. Their bright and welcoming facility is surrounded by a towering forest that creates feelings of serenity and privacy.
They offer inpatient and outpatient treatment for substance use disorder, co-occurring disorders, and mental health concerns. Their facility has plenty of natural lighting, wood accents, and decor that give off a warm vibe.
Quality Care at Every Age
One thing great about Peachford Hospital is that they’ve gone the extra mile to ensure their programs cater to a wide variety of age groups. Adolescents and seniors have vastly different priorities and experiences that impact their recovery journey, and respond best to treatment that considers these differences.
For example, their adolescent program includes an accredited schooling program to ensure kids stay on track with their education. Their senior services include things like sensory stimulation, which helps patients with dementia express their feelings without words.
Treatment That Prioritizes Education
Each Peachford Hospital program places particular emphasis on education. The care team believes that understanding the nature of addiction plays a huge role in helping you overcome the challenges of maintaining sobriety.
They also spend a lot of time working with you to design personalized and comprehensive discharge and aftercare plans. These give you a roadmap for navigating future trials associated with lifelong recovery.
Facility Overview
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Latest Reviews
I had a really great experience at Peachford. The whole staff and team were very supportive of me and I feel like I have the proper tools and skills to be successful in the future in now. I definitely don’t plan on coming back as a patient, but definitely back as an employee to work with kids. I am going back for psychology, child psychiatry, to be exact.
Response from the owner5 days ago
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The best hospital in the world Best Dr loving staff and I would recommend it to anyone
Response from the owner5 days ago
Thank you for sharing such kind words about our hospital, physicians, and staff. We appreciate your recommendation and are grateful for your trust in our team.
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is controversial for some, yet life-saving for others.
For me, every treatment can feel like the first time I’ve ever had one—even though I’ve been receiving ECT on and off since I was 37, and I’m now 55.
I’m a believer in the procedure because I’ve experienced what it can do. Over the years, ECT has pulled me out of some very deep suicidal trenches when my brain became overwhelmed by pain and trauma.
ECT isn’t an easy treatment. It can be humbling, exhausting, and physically difficult. But for some of us, it can be the treatment that helps us find our way back when our brains get stuck in a place where all they can think about is escaping the pain.
Peachford ECT strives to help make life worth living again—to help people find a way forward when their brains are stuck in trauma mode and hope feels almost impossible to reach.
I don’t believe ECT erases the struggle. I believe it can sometimes give a struggling brain enough relief to begin fighting for life again.
And sometimes, that little bit of space is everything. ❤️
Response from the owner5 days ago
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Accepted Insurance
Peach State Health Plan
Managed Health Network (MHN)
Beech Street
Cenpatico
Evercare
Integrated Health Plan
PHCS (Private Healthcare Systems)
Preferred Health Care
PsychCare
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Inpatient rehabs feature intensive clinical supervision and a highly structured and supportive environment, meaning they are especially well suited for clients in early recovery and those at risk of relapse. Clients reside at the treatment facility and engage in various therapeutic sessions throughout the day, including addiction counseling and recovery-focused life skills training. Many programs also offer evidence-based complementary therapies, such as meditation and massage.
Clients enrolled in an intensive outpatient program (IOP) travel to treatment centers for specialized care multiple times per week. Intensive outpatient treatment allows clients to receive robust care while continuing to live at home. Most programs require between nine and 20 treatment hours per week, with the frequency and intensive of sessions decreasing as clients stabilize. Services generally include a combination of addiction counseling, medication assisted treatment (MAT), recovery-focused life skills training, and holistic therapies.
Designed for individuals who don't require round-the-clock care, a partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a form of outpatient care with a higher level of support. PHP treatment can be an alternative to inpatient hospitalization or a step-down option. With daily sessions lasting 6 to 8 hours, up to 5 days a week, a partial hospitalization program may offer medication management, relapse prevention techniques, and behavioral therapy interventions. PHP treatment can be fully or partially covered by insurance.
24-hour clinical care in Georgia reduces the risks involved in detox and addiction treatment. Without access to professional medical care, individuals may experience withdrawal symptoms that become life threatening. For example, alcohol withdrawal can cause delirium tremens, confusion, and cardiac symptoms. Without medical supervision to step in, these symptoms could potentially turn fatal.
Treatments
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
Alcoholism is a pattern of alcohol use that involves continued drinking even when it causes problems. Alcoholism is also characterized by a physical dependence on alcohol, which causes the body to experience withdrawal symptoms when alcohol is not present. Due to this physical dependence, medically-supervised detox is often necessary to safely recover from alcoholism. Alcohol rehab in Georgia offers a three-step process of detox, rehab, and maintenance to help individuals recover from alcohol addiction.
A quality drug rehab in Georgia can help you overcome addiction. This environment is designed to help you address the complex issues contributing to drug dependence. The goal of treatment is to give you the tools you need to make a full recovery.
Opioid AddictionAddiction treatment programs in Georgia help individuals to address substance abuse problems. With various programs available, including outpatient, inpatient, and partial hospitalization programs, you can find the right level of care for your specific needs. You can generally expect drug and alcohol rehab to incorporate evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), skills training, recovery meetings, and mindfulness-based therapy. When combined, these interventions can successfully help you overcome addiction and continue to enjoy long-term mental health.
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.
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).
The providers who specialize in the children's rehab space understand the specialized needs that this population faces. School-based and social services such as tutoring and family counseling are often central to treatment. Child programs may also address the needs of youth experiencing substance abuse in the home, including a parent's or sibling's addiction.
Nearly one million adults age 65 and older live with a substance use disorder. Treatment providers who specialize in senior care understand the social, psychological, and physical effects of aging and how they relate to recovery. They can help clients address particular challenges and risks they may face as they get older such as overdosing and medication interactions and dependencies.
Clinical Services
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.
Men and women in Georgia may experience Motivational Interviewing techniques while undergoing individual therapy for drug and alcohol addiction treatment. This approach helps you explore how you feel about drug use and it strengthens your commitment to maintaining treatment. It is particularly useful in the early stages of recovery.
During family therapy sessions in Georgia, members address the emotional toll that addiction has had on them. Therapists help your family develop coping strategies and improve the family unit's communication. This provides a stable environment that supports the recovery process.
By incorporating recreational therapy into an addiction treatment program in Georgia, you learn to discover new interests and develop health and healthy coping mechanisms. Activities could include painting, group sports, or yoga. These encourage social interaction and support your physical fitness, which are vital factors in a successful recovery journey.
Amenities
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Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Matt Crouch, LPC
CEO
April Hughes, CPA
CFO
Josh Golden
COO/Director of Business Development
Suneel Katragadda, MD
Medical Director
Rebecca Hayes, MSN, RN-BC
Chief Nursing Officer
Sharon Stackhouse
Assistant Administrator
Stacey Smith
Director of Clinical Services
Molly Murphy
Director of Case Management
Marilynn Gilbert-Hight
Director of Outpatient Services
John Leach, MD
Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatry
Accreditations
The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.
Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
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Contact Information
2151 Peachford Road
Atlanta, GA 30338
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