Alcohol and Drug Freedom Center of Knox County

135 South Main Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Est. 1977 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Alcohol and Drug Freedom Center of Knox County

  • Location: Mount Vernon, OH
  • Levels of Care: Co-Occurring Mental Health, 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 Alcohol and Drug Freedom Center of Knox County

The Freedom Center helps people of all ages with substance use and mental health issues. As an outpatient center, it provides individual, group, and family counseling, allowing clients to receive treatment while living at home. This structure lets them stay connected to their community, work, and school while getting support.
For its adult clients, the center creates personal treatment plans using proven methods like the Matrix Model and seeking safety with distinct programs for women. It also offers medication assisted treatment (MAT) for adults when appropriate. Separately, the center operates a specialized counseling program for court-referred youth under 18 years-old.
The center prepares clients for long-term health by providing care after their main treatment. It teaches practical skills to prevent relapse and connects individuals with community resources like 12-step programs. This continuing support helps people build a strong foundation to maintain their well-being independently.

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 Alcohol and Drug Freedom Center of Knox County 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 Adolescents Older Adults

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient
Outpatient mental health facility
Aripiprazole Olanzapine Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination Quetiapine Risperidone Ziprasidone Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Individual psychotherapy Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Private non-profit organization
County or local government funds Medicare Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance Cash or self-payment
Payment assistance (check with facility for details) Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients who have experienced trauma Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Screening for tobacco use
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Smoking not permitted
Children/Adolescents Young Adults Adults Seniors
Vaping not permitted

What to Expect at Alcohol and Drug Freedom Center of Knox County

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 30 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.

Alcohol and Drug Freedom Center of Knox County offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

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. Alcohol and Drug Freedom Center of Knox County 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

135 South Main Street, Mount Vernon, OH, 43050

Quick Facts

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Insurance24 accepted

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Personalized Treatment Individual Treatment Twelve Step

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Prescription Drugs Chronic Relapse Benzodiazepines Cocaine Ecstasy Heroin Synthetic Drugs

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alcohol and Drug Freedom Center of Knox County accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Alcohol and Drug Freedom Center of Knox County offers Co-Occurring Mental Health, 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 OH 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 30 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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