Sanctuary Mental Health & Wellness

Seymour, TN 37865

Top 10 Rehab In Seymour

(865) 214-1960

About Sanctuary Mental Health & Wellness

At Sanctuary Mental Health and Wellness we offer top-notch, evidence-based individualized treatment plans for men and women experiencing mental health conditions. The staff at our outpatient facility, located in Seymour, Tennessee, are here to help you understand your condition and create a future where you can manage your illness and lead a more fulfilled life.

Our dedicated mental health professionals work with you to create customized treatment plans that include a wide range of options including several different psychotherapy modalities, medications if indicated and experiential treatment. We treat most mental health conditions including alcohol and substance use disorder.

We offer three levels of care including partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient and general outpatient treatment options. Additionally, our clients have access to our case management services. The proper level of care is determined by assessing the severity of your mental health disorder, symptoms, overall physical health and co-occurring addictions. An assessment by our mental health professionals will determine the best level of care for you.

The partial hospitalization program (PHP) is the highest level of care at Sanctuary. This program is designed to provide immersive services during the day while allowing individuals to return home at night. Individuals can expect to participate in individual and group therapy, receive skill-building assistance and work with mental health professionals to determine the best medication regime for their treatment and aftercare planning. PHP typically lasts between one week and three weeks.

The intensive outpatient program (IOP) at Sanctuary offers intensive support in an outpatient setting that is personalized to address your unique needs. These programs meet multiple days per week and include individual and group therapy and focus on skill building and peer support. Typically individuals attend IOP for six to 12 weeks depending on their progress and goals.

Outpatient treatment at Sanctuary is for individuals who have completed more intensive treatment levels or do not need frequent supervision. We’ll show you how to prevent relapse, develop strong coping skills and improve your personal relationships. Individuals typically remain in outpatient treatment, which may include individual and group therapy, for weeks, months or even years. Studies have shown that completing outpatient treatment has a positive impact on long-term recovery.

Former clients at Sanctuary have consistently cited our caring and dedicated staff as the number-one reason why they had such a great experience at our center. They have expressed that they felt truly cared for by our staff and would recommend our facility to family and friends.

We accept most commercial insurance plans. Our admissions professionals can help you understand your benefits and determine if our treatment programs are included in your coverage. We believe in full transparency and will notify you immediately of any out-of-pocket costs or deductibles you can expect. Our facility is a part of the Centric Behavioral Health Company.

Latest Reviews

Otto

2 weeks ago on Google

Sanctuary was very beneficial to my recovery process. There were a few standout employees (Candace, Kevin, Desiree, Chiara) who had sincere compassion and care for what I was going through. There was a sense of community there and always someone to talk too, you never felt alone. The therapy helped me discover my issues , better understand them and deal with them head on. I now have better tools to help me move forward with life more positively. Ultimately, I really learned with this experience - you get out of it what you are willing to put into it.

Logan Todt

2 weeks ago on Google

Sanctuary absolutely changed my life. I didn’t think the betterment of my mental health would ever be possible, but with the help of my therapist Luke, I was able to get control of my mental health and on the path to loving myself for who I am. I also want to thank Chiarra for teaching me how to get back in touch with my authentic self!

Response from the owner1 week ago

Thank you Logan for your kind words! Our staff work hard to provide the best care and we really appreciate the good feedback. We wish you the very best on your journey.

Andrew Widota

3 weeks ago on Google

Look no further. This facility truly cares for everyone that walks in the door. Love having them in our community to help the next in need of help.

Response from the owner1 week ago

Thank you Andrew for your stellar review! We really appreciate the recommendation.

Rehab Score

Our Methodology

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7.7 / 10

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A counselor's office at Sanctuary Mental Health & Wellness in Seymour, TN

Front reception desk space at Sanctuary Mental Health & Wellness in Seymour, TN

Kitchen common area at Sanctuary Mental Health & Wellness in Seymour, TN

Interior front entrance area with reception desk at Sanctuary Mental Health & Wellness in Seymour, TN

A large group counseling room at Sanctuary Mental Health & Wellness in Seymour, TN, with a circle of chairs for therapy

Kitchen common area side view at Sanctuary Mental Health & Wellness in Seymour, TN

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Accepted Insurance

Sanctuary Mental Health & Wellness works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Ambetter

Magellan Health

TRICARE

VA Community Care

Other Forms of Payment

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Outpatient

The outpatient programs at Sanctuary include addiction treatment for men and women. Our programs include the use of several psychotherapy modalities that help individuals with relapse prevention, goal setting, relationship building and stress management. We offer both individual and group therapy options.

Aftercare Support

Aftercare Support refers to programming that an individual participates in after completing an inpatient or outpatient alcohol and substance abuse or mental health treatment program. The case managers at Sanctuary can help you plan for life after treatment which may include support related to housing, employment, relationships and relapse prevention.

Intensive Outpatient

Intensive outpatient support at Sanctuary is the second highest level of care for mental health treatment including dual diagnosis. Individuals receive immersive care that includes customized treatment plans to address their unique needs. Treatment plans include individual and group therapy that utilizes various psychotherapy modalities, experiential treatment options and medication management when appropriate.

Treatments

Dual Diagnosis refers to an instance where an individual is diagnosed with more than one mental health condition at the same time. Co-occurring conditions can include addiction, anxiety, depression, mood, personality and thought disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Our mental health professionals at Sanctuary are here to help you navigate your condition and provide you with the tools for a brighter future.

Mental health includes your emotional, psychological and social well being. It informs how you handle stress, relate to others and make decisions. At Sanctuary, our mental health professionals are here to help you create a life where the symptoms of your condition can be managed through counseling, medication management and life skill development.

Programs

Adult Program

Adult programs include addiction or mental health treatment for men and women over the age of 18. They focus on factors that impact adult clients like work, family, health and finances. These programs include individual and group therapies that use a variety of different psychotherapy modalities to meet each person’s unique needs and recovery goals.

Young Adult Program

Young adult programs refer to addiction or mental health treatment programs for people between 18 and 25. These programs recognize that these individuals have unique issues that pertain to school, work, family and social relationships. They are geared toward increasing interaction and creating safe spaces where clients can develop strong coping skills and plan for a future in recovery.

LGBTQ Program

An LGBTQ+ treatment program is designed to meet the specific needs of LGBTQ+ individuals who experience alcohol and substance use disorder or mental health conditions. They recognize the need for strong peer support and acceptance and provide culturally competent services that have been found to increase positive treatment outcomes. They may include a focus on suicide prevention, gender identity support and community resource access.

Clinical Services

In Tennessee, group therapy sessions for drug and alcohol addiction typically involve skill development to help you learn communication techniques and relapse prevention strategies. These strategies support your transition into the community and help you maintain long term sobriety.

Men and women in Tennessee undergoing one on one individual therapy sessions focus on understanding their unique needs and challenges. They do this under the guidance of an experienced therapist who can help you identify and address addiction triggers as well as create personalized relapse prevention plans. This offers you a customized path to a successful recovery journey.

Family therapy uses a structured environment to address the complexities of addiction and the negative influences it has on the family unit. Therapists work with family members to develop effective coping and communication strategies that support their loved one's recovery while also focusing on the health and well being of each family member.

Trauma therapy is a safe place to work through the lingering effects of traumatic events in your life. Your therapist will help you understand the physical and emotional responses that can develop after witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event. You then work toward developing healthier coping mechanisms to reduce your symptoms.

Typical cognitive behavioral therapy in Tennessee involves recognizing negative thinking and learning techniques to change that thinking and create new, positive behaviors. Strategies may include SMART goals, journaling, and situation exposure.

While engaged in couples therapy in Tennessee, you'll learn how to trust, communicate, forgive, and manage emotions. Developing these skills can be beneficial at any time during the relationship, but they are particularly crucial when facing life challenges.

Counseling in Tennessee that takes a dialectical behavior therapy approach can last from six to 12 months. During that time, you'll develop skills in the areas of distress tolerance, mindfulness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

A wide range of therapeutic methods fall under the category of experiential therapy. Examples include drama therapy, animal assisted therapy, wilderness therapy, music therapy, and martial arts. Each of these offers an experience that allows the individual to express themselves and work through their emotions and experiences.

If you participate in motivational interviewing in Tennessee, your therapist will focus on four key strategies: open questions, affirmation, reflections, and summarizing. Rather than confront or warn you to change, the clinician will allow you to explore your own motivations and decide what changes you may need to make in your life.

Creative arts therapy can be integrated with other therapeutic methods during drug rehab in Tennessee. This treatment can provide unique experiences that allow you to better understand your feelings and experiences. Methods include music, art, dance, and writing therapy.

Eye Movement Desensitization And Reprocessing

Sound Therapy

Amenities

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Accreditations

LegitScript has reviewed Sanctuary Mental Health & Wellness as part of their certification program, and has determined that it meets the LegitScript standards for legality, safety and transparency.

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Reviews of Sanctuary Mental Health & Wellness

4.6/5 (98 reviews)

Google Reviews

4.6 (98 reviews)

2 weeks ago

Response from the owner

3 weeks ago

Maria Bender

I have been here a while as my treatment has been longer than most. The staff is great. The therapists and facilitators have a great program. Case managers care and help you to the best of their abilities.

Thank you Maria for your kind words. We really appreciate the recommendation.

Cat Perez

1 month ago

0/10 do not recommend

Hi Cat, could you give us some feedback so we can improve.

Nevaeh

This place is a scam. The techs are weird. We as clients get in trouble for he say she say stuff. My insurance paid and they still billing me 800 dollar bill plus my insurance and I never did IOP. They kicked out my friend for keeping in contact with a previous client. They let certain people get away with certain things. All in all worse place ever 0 out of 10 do not recommend!!!

Hi Nevaeh, we are sorry to hear your experience with us was not satisfactory for you. Please contact us and give us your feedback, it will really help us improve.

Katrel Creighton-perry

You can just see how everyone is very caring here. Sarah makes you feel like you are an individual and not a number. I'd recommend this lovely home to anyone that needs it.

Thank you Katrel for your kind words! We really appreciate the recommendation.

Ira Steinberg

I recently completed a mental health treatment program in Tennessee and was truly impressed. The team was supportive and knowledgeable, offering personalized care every step of the way. Their holistic approach and genuine compassion made a huge difference in my healing journey. Highly recommend.

Thank you Ira for your kind words! We strive to provide exceptional care to everyone who comes through our doors. We wish you the best.

steven meisels

Fantastic work!

Thank you Steven for your stellar review!

Cecilia Marti

My aunt just stayed here last week and she reported that there is mold in this facility and the patients are getting sick from it. They run this place like a prison, if you don’t wake up on time, they deny you your medications. You don’t get the freedom to leave this facility. For the high monthly cost of staying here, the place is a dump; the a/c vents are clogged and dirty, the food they serve is low quality, the bed sheets literally stink and the bathrooms are disgusting. A local news reporter should come out there to investigate what is going on in this facility because it is inhumane. The rehabilitated techs there that are trying to do their jobs as best as they can but are afraid to speak out about any of these issues for fear that they may lose their jobs and since they have low self esteem given their past, they fear no one else will hire them and that this is the best option for them, so of course with that notion they cannot make the place better. The higher ups behind the scenes should be investigated because there is no reason for this place to be as dirty and low quality as it is and for the staff to be denying medication for depressed people who have a hard time getting out of bed. It is outrageous. Updated response to review: I am so glad you brought up bringing these issues to you personally. My aunt did so and you literally kicked her out of the facility for speaking out; you used her triggers against her and called the police on her claiming she was being hysterical which is far from the truth. She was outraged at your inhumane and unfair treatment towards some of your patients there and at the clear evidence of mold and grime throughout the facility. Do better please.

Thank you for bringing these concerns to our attention. We take all feedback seriously and are committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and supportive environment for our clients. We encourage anyone with specific concerns to contact us directly so we can properly address and investigate the matter. Your voice is important to us.

Kathia Purcell

Sanctuary Mental Health & Wellness – Knoxville, TN ⭐☆☆☆☆ (1 out of 5 stars) As someone who entered Sanctuary Mental Health & Wellness seeking healing and professional mental health support, I am both disheartened and outraged by what I experienced. This facility, which markets itself as a safe and compassionate environment, is neither. What I witnessed and endured represents serious breaches of client rights, neglect of basic care standards, and retaliation against those who advocate for themselves. ⸻ 🚨 What Happened After I Spoke Up Today, after respectfully reporting concerns about unsafe conditions, unethical staff behavior, and a potential HIPAA violation, I was met not with professionalism — but with retaliation. I was singled out, falsely accused of being “disruptive,” and threatened with discharge without cause. This is a textbook example of reprisal against a whistleblower — a clear violation of both Tennessee consumer rights and federal protections under CMS and SAMHSA. Instead of addressing the complaint appropriately, staff attempted to intimidate and silence me. When I continued to advocate for proper treatment (for myself and others), leadership escalated the situation by turning the complaint back on me — blaming the client for voicing concerns. This is not trauma-informed care. It is abuse of power. ⸻ 🧾 Summary of Violations 🔹 Unsafe Conditions & Poor Nutrition • Broken facilities (shower, ice machine) • No posted rules, no daily structure, no therapeutic schedule • Meals consisted mostly of fast food like McDonald’s • Dirty or unkempt outdoor space, with no privacy or dignity for residents 📝 Violation of Tennessee mental health patient rights to a safe, clean environment → TN.gov – Consumer Rights 🔹 Negligence & Medical Abuse • A 19-year-old girl with severe depression had her medication withheld as punishment for being late 📝 Prohibited under SAMHSA and CMS guidelines for behavioral health treatment → SAMHSA – Consumer Rights → CMS.gov – Conditions of Participation 🔹 HIPAA Violation • A staff member, Susan, shared confidential health information about another client in casual conversation with me 📝 This is a federal violation of HIPAA privacy laws → HHS.gov – HIPAA Privacy Rights 🔹 Retaliation After Reporting • After voicing a legitimate complaint, I was threatened with removal • Instead of taking responsibility, the facility targeted the whistleblower 📝 Violation of trauma-informed care principles and potentially retaliatory under state and federal law ⸻ ⚖️ What About the Good Staff? To be fair, there are some well-meaning staff at Sanctuary — I want to acknowledge people like Kiara and Gabby, who brought empathy and professionalism into their roles. Their efforts in the clinical setting are deeply appreciated. But unfortunately, good intentions in therapy sessions can’t undo what’s happening in the housing unit. You cannot claim to provide holistic care while the living environment is chaotic, unsanitary, and unregulated. Their work is being completely undermined by the dysfunction, negligence, and retaliation embedded in the facility’s daily operations. ⸻ ⚠️ Final Thoughts Sanctuary Mental Health & Wellness is not a sanctuary. It is a chaotic, poorly managed facility where vulnerable people are subjected to disorganization, neglect, and retaliatory behavior. It’s clear that leadership is more concerned with silencing criticism than improving care. I am speaking out because others are too afraid to. I am sharing photos and videos — not out of spite, but out of duty to protect future clients from walking into what I experienced. If you are seeking a place of healing, I urge you to look elsewhere. I will be filing formal complaints with: • The Tennessee Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS) • The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HIPAA Office) • SAMHSA and CMS oversight bodies This review stands as a record, and I will continue to pursue accountability until this facility is investigated and held responsible.

Hi Kathia, we are sorry to hear your experience was not what you'd hope. Please contact us directly if you have any concerns/feedback you want to express.

Lee

2 months ago

This place helped me out allot. They're caring and compassionate and all around great people I would definitely recommend to anyone dealing with mental health and addiction!

Thank you Lee for your kind words. We really appreciate the recommendation!

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