Douglasville outpatient service for drug and alcohol addiction

Alcohol rehab and detox support

Alcohol is one of the most common reasons people reach out, because it is legal and easy to hide. Our alcohol addiction treatment addresses both the physical dependence and the habits that keep it going. When drinking has escalated to where stopping suddenly is unsafe, we coordinate a medically supervised detox program with a trusted provider before your outpatient program begins, since Lanier does not run one.

Opioids and fentanyl

Prescription opioids, heroin, and fentanyl continue to affect individuals and families throughout Georgia. Because fentanyl is frequently mixed into counterfeit pills and other substances, many people do not realize the risks until dependence or an overdose occurs. Our fentanyl addiction treatment services combine evidence-based therapies with medication-assisted treatment when clinically appropriate, helping patients reduce cravings, strengthen recovery skills, and build a stable foundation for long-term recovery.

Benzodiazepines and sedatives

Dependence on medications such as Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, or Valium can develop even when they were originally prescribed for legitimate medical reasons. Our benzodiazepine addiction treatment services address both the physical and emotional aspects of recovery through individualized therapy, behavioral health support, and ongoing clinical care. Because withdrawal from benzodiazepines can be dangerous, patients who require medically supervised detox are referred to trusted providers before beginning outpatient treatment at Lanier.

Stimulants and other drug use

Stimulants round out the drugs we treat most often. Our cocaine addiction treatment addresses the intense cycles of use and crash that make cocaine and methamphetamine so hard to quit alone. Whatever the substance, the goal is to help you stop safely and stay stopped, with support into lasting recovery.

Our levels of care

Our PHP Atlanta program delivers the most structured outpatient care, several hours a day most days of the week, while you return home each evening. Our IOP Atlanta program steps that down to a few sessions each week, and standard outpatient care supports recovery over the long haul with weekly counseling. Together these rehab programs form a full continuum of outpatient support.

How higher levels of care fit in

Some people benefit from a higher level of care before beginning outpatient treatment. Medical detox helps manage withdrawal symptoms under clinical supervision and may be recommended for alcohol, benzodiazepines, opioids, or other substances that can cause serious withdrawal complications.

Residential or inpatient treatment provides 24-hour care in a live-in setting for individuals who need intensive medical or behavioral support during the earliest stages of recovery.

Lanier Recovery Center specializes in outpatient addiction treatment and does not provide detox or residential services. When these levels of care are clinically appropriate, our team coordinates referrals to trusted providers and helps patients transition into outpatient treatment once they are medically stable.

Evidence-based therapies we use

Treatment at Lanier Recovery Center combines evidence-based therapies with individualized care plans designed around each person’s history, substance use, mental health needs, and recovery goals. Rather than relying on a single treatment approach, our clinical team incorporates multiple therapeutic modalities that work together to help patients understand the underlying causes of addiction, develop healthier coping strategies, and strengthen long-term recovery.

• Cognitive behavioral therapy Atlanta: Helps patients recognize and change unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to substance use.
• DBT therapy Atlanta: Teaches emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and healthy coping strategies.
• Individual therapy Atlanta: Provides one-on-one support to address personal challenges, trauma, and recovery goals.
• Group therapy Atlanta: Encourages peer support, accountability, and shared learning throughout recovery.
• Family therapy Atlanta: Helps strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and support healthier family relationships.
• Experiential therapy Atlanta: Uses structured activities to encourage emotional growth, confidence, and practical skill development.
• Holistic therapy Atlanta: Complements clinical treatment by supporting overall wellness and healthy stress management.

Each treatment plan is personalized so clients develop practical tools they can continue using long after formal treatment ends. By combining clinical care, peer support, family involvement, and skill-building, these therapies help patients create lasting changes that support lifelong recovery.

A typical week in treatment

A typical week blends group therapy and individual counseling, skills work, and psychiatric services in a structured environment. You attend scheduled sessions, practice new coping skills, and return home to your daily routine, applying what you learn where the stress and triggers of daily life happen.

Family and community support

Addiction rarely affects one person alone, so healing works best when the people around you take part. Staying close to home lets you involve a loved one, rebuild trust, and lean on support groups and recovery resources as you rebuild your life. Our programs feel warm rather than institutional.

Planning for life after treatment

Recovery continues long after a formal treatment program ends. As patients make progress, our team works with them to develop a continuing care plan that supports long-term success. This may include ongoing outpatient therapy, relapse-prevention planning, medication management when appropriate, community support groups, and other recovery resources that help reinforce healthy routines.

Some individuals may also benefit from sober living after completing a higher level of care. While Lanier Recovery Center does not operate sober living housing, we can provide guidance on reputable community resources while patients continue receiving outpatient treatment and support.