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The Extension - Marietta

The Extension - Marietta

Drug Rehab Center in Marietta, Georgia

  • Substance Abuse
  • Mental Health
  • Drug Addiction
  • Alcoholism

The Extension - Marietta is a 47-bed CARF-accredited substance abuse treatment facility located in Marietta, Georgia that offers a range of evidence-based therapeutic services to help individuals with addiction and mental health issues get on the road to recovery.

About This Georgia Facility

The Extension, located in Marietta, GA, is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping homeless men overcome drug and alcohol addiction. Set in a residential environment, it empowers individuals to regain control of their lives through a comprehensive recovery program.

The Extension's unique process equips residents with essential skills to achieve sobriety and lead healthy, productive lives. Its community-supported approach facilitates a transformative journey for chemically dependent men, enabling them to become accountable members of society.

Accredited by CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities), The Extension - Marietta offers a range of evidence-based treatments and therapies. With 47 beds, it provides various levels of care, from residential to aftercare support, tailored to each client's needs. The facility prioritizes a holistic approach, combining counseling, therapy, and other proven practices to promote long-term recovery and overall well-being.

  • Comprehensive residential recovery program
  • Empowers homeless men to overcome addiction
  • Holistic approach combining counseling and therapy

The Extension - Marietta specializes in treating individuals suffering from alcoholism, substance abuse, drug addiction, and mental health issues.

Genders
  • Male
  • Female
  • Gender Exclusive Center
  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Groups
  • Additional
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Hearing Impaired
  • Veteran Specific
  • Accreditations

    CARF

    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.

    Conditions and Issues Treated

    Substance abuse is defined by the continued use of drugs or alcohol despite negative consequences, such as legal or work problems. It can be treated using a variety of services, including therapy and medication.

    Substance abuse treatment is beneficial for:

    • People who have been using drugs or alcohol for a long time.
    • People who have been using drugs or alcohol to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression.
    • People who have a mental health disorder in conjunction with substance abuse.
    • People who continue to use drugs or alcohol despite the harmful effects they cause on their own life and the lives of others.
    • People who have had multiple failed attempts at recovery without medical assistance.

    If you believe that addiction treatment is right for you or a loved one, you can contact your primary care physician, or search for addiction treatment centers in your area. Treatment is beneficial to people who are motivated towards recovery, and who understand the benefits of professional care.

    Levels of Care Offered at The Extension - Marietta

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    Aftercare support is a service many addicts need to ensure their success at recovery. This service usually includes one-on-one or group therapies, assistance from a sponsor and other types of help designed to make sure the patient continues living a life free from drugs.

    Patients also may require medication to help them battle addiction. Some people have been able to successfully recover without additional medications, but others have found that they need help during their transition. Long-term, the patient must take the initiative to attend meetings and receive help from other addicts in recovery.

    Therapies & Programs

    People in addiction recovery can benefit from individual therapy. This type of therapy involves meeting with a therapist one-on-one. This allows for a personal and trusting relationship to be built so that the patient can be truly themselves and express any emotions they feel. Individual therapy leads to greater understanding and peace about your triggers for addiction and coping strategies to prevent relapse.

    Family therapy is a type of group problem-solving that aims to improve communication and relationships between the patient, their family, and sometimes friends. The main goal of family therapy for drug addiction is to create an environment where communication can occur without judgment, hostility, or blame. The therapist is with the family as they learn to communicate with each other differently, especially with the addict when s/he is using.

    Group therapy sessions are held in rehab facilities, clinics, churches or community centers that offer drug addiction treatment. People who attend these groups are encouraged to voice their feelings and support other addicts in recovery. This helps group members strengthen their own recovery program while cheering on others who are struggling with sobriety.

    Group therapy sessions provide recovering addicts with a chance to cope with everyday situations that many face. Group therapy sessions are held in rehab facilities, clinics, churches or community centers that offer drug addiction treatment.

    People who attend these groups are encouraged to voice their feelings and support other addicts in recovery. This helps group members strengthen their own recovery program while cheering on others who are struggling with sobriety.

    Life Skills Services offered at The Extension - Marietta assists addicts in their recovery by teaching them healthy coping mechanisms that will aid them in becoming sober, focussing on helping people enter into, and maintaining long-term sobriety. The Extension - Marietta provide Life Skills Services at varying levels of intensity, specific to the needs and requirements of each patient.

    Benefits of Life Skills Services offered at Drug Treatment Centers in Georgia:
    • Restores hope and empowerment — Helps addicts believe that recovery is possible and instills a new confidence in their ability to achieve a positive, drug-free future
    • Enhances family involvement — Encourages families to get involved in the recovery process and supports their understanding and encouragement of healthy behavior.
    • Increases patient’s compliance — Helps patients take responsibility for and ownership of their recovery and encourages continued progress
    • Reduces relapse rates — Encourages long-term abstinence and emphasizes the importance of establishing sober support systems.

    Payment Options Accepted

    For specific insurance or payment methods please contact us.
  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
  • Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    The Extension - Marietta Location and Directions
    Address Information1507 Church Street Ext NW
    Marietta, Georgia 30060 Phone Number(770) 590-9075 Meta DetailsUpdated April 15, 2024
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    Marietta, Georgia Addiction Information

    Prescription opioid use has caused a large increase in the total amount of overdoses in Georgia. Almost 12% of the Georgia population uses illicit drugs each year, and slightly over 3.5% also abuses alcohol at the same time. This does not include those who binge-drink at least once a month, which includes 20% of all Georgians.

    The drug addiction problem in Marietta, GA, is relatively inadequate. Approximately 9% of Marietta abuse drugs. 4,000 deaths per year are attributed to drug overdoses. Overdose rates for opioids increased by more than 500% between 1999 and 2016. Some of the most common rehab facilities include inpatient rehabs, outpatient rehabs, and 12-step programs. Each option has its pros and cons that should be considered when searching for the best treatment.

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