Black Bear Lodge

Nestled at the base of the Great Smoky Mountains, Black Bear Lodge serves as a sanctuary for individuals on the path to overcoming addiction. The center provides both residential and outpatient treatment options, emphasizing a client-focused approach. The dedicated team at Black Bear strives to support clients in healing their mind, body, and spirit within a tranquil and motivating environment. At Black Bear Lodge, clients are encouraged to transcend their diagnosis and discover true joy and purpose beyond the confines of substance use. The center's programs are grounded in established clinical practices, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and group therapy. Additionally, they incorporate holistic practices such as yoga and mindfulness, along with nature-centered therapies including hiking and zip-lining. Black Bear’s compassionate, multidisciplinary team delivers personalized care that balances effectiveness with empathy. Understanding the vital importance of family in the healing journey, Black Bear Lodge offers mediation services to assist families in navigating their own recovery, focusing on effective communication and setting healthy boundaries. Families gain insight into how addiction affects their loved ones and learn supportive strategies that do not enable harmful behaviors. They are also guided towards acceptance, which is a crucial component of nurturing their family member. Beyond treatment, Black Bear Lodge provides a serene space for rejuvenation. Accommodations are warm and inviting, fostering connection and relaxation. The surrounding verdant forests encourage clients to experience restorative hikes along picturesque trails, with nature playing an integral role in the healing journey. With comfortable indoor lounges, an on-site theater, and soothing outdoor areas, Black Bear Lodge feels more like a refuge than a rehabilitation center.

The Rehabilitation Center focuses on addressing issues related to substance use disorders alongside concurrent mental health challenges. The treatment strategies are designed to tackle both conditions simultaneously, ensuring individualized and empathetic support for holistic recovery.

We do not accept Medicaid or Medicare. Our dedicated team collaborates with insurance providers daily to assess coverage options and guarantee that patients receive the benefits they are eligible for according to their insurance plans. When you reach out to us, we can check your insurance benefits free of charge and clarify the specifics of your coverage.