Akeela Gateway Center for Human Services

1401 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205

✓ Joint Commission Est. 1974 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Akeela Gateway Center for Human Services

  • Location: Birmingham, AL — Joint Commission accredited
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Akeela Gateway Center for Human Services

The Akeela center in Ketchikan, Alaska, offers outpatient care for adults experiencing substance use or mental health challenges. Treatment includes 12 to 18 weeks of group and individual counseling focused on building coping skills and preventing relapse. Clients begin with an assessment to match them with the most appropriate services, helping ensure care is personalized and effective from the start.
The center also offers mental health services for all ages, including trauma-focused care and psychiatric support. Children can receive play or drama therapy, especially when family trauma is involved. For individuals facing both substance use and mental health needs, Akeela provides coordinated treatment, so clients don’t have to navigate separate systems for care.
Throughout treatment, clients work closely with a team of professionals who help set goals and create personalized care plans. If additional services are needed, Akeela connects clients to trusted community partners. The center’s goal is to support lasting recovery and help people return to daily life with improved well-being and stability.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Akeela Gateway Center for Human Services provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Children Older Adults Young Adults Girls Boys

Services Offered

Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient
Activity therapy Couples/family therapy Group therapy Individual psychotherapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Private non-profit organization
Federal Grants Medicaid State welfare or child and family services funds
Young adults Clients who have experienced trauma Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Smoking not permitted
Children/Adolescents Young Adults Adults Seniors
Vaping not permitted
Family psychoeducation Therapeutic foster care Case management service Education services

What to Expect at Akeela Gateway Center for Human Services

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 5 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Akeela Gateway Center for Human Services offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Akeela Gateway Center for Human Services works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

1401 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL, 35205

Quick Facts

Program5 days
FocusThis center treats substance u...
Insurance24 accepted
AccreditationJoint Commission

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Personalized Treatment Individual Treatment Twelve Step Family Involvement

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Smoking Cessation

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Akeela Gateway Center for Human Services accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Akeela Gateway Center for Human Services offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in AL or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 5 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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