Serenity Behavioral Health Systems Augusta Health Clinic

Serenity Behavioral Health Systems is an addiction treatment center in Augusta, Georgia offering substance use treatment programs for all ages across East Central Georgia and the Central Savannah River Area.

They have been serving the community since 1974 and deliver evidence based and whole client care spanning substance use and mental health as well as co-occurring disorders.

Residential Crisis Stabilization and Detox

Options include general outpatient treatment, outpatient and residential detoxification, and short-term residential crisis stabilization for clients needing intensive care.

Clients can expect counseling along with medication-assisted treatment using buprenorphine and naltrexone for opioid addiction.

Serenity draws on approaches such as the Matrix Model, cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, 12-step facilitation, and relapse prevention to address addiction and mental health together.

Quick Facts About Serenity

• Location: Mike Padgett Highway in Augusta, Georgia, serving the CSRA and neighboring counties.
• Levels of care: Outpatient, detox, MAT, and residential crisis stabilization.
• Who they treat: Adults, adolescents, and children with substance use, mental health, and co-occurring disorders.
• Approach: Evidence based and trauma informed, with case management and family involvement.
• Payment options: Medicare, Medicaid, private and military insurance, self pay, and a sliding fee scale.
• Amenities: Onsite Barney's Pharmacy and a 16 bed Crisis Stabilization Unit.
• Access: Open access walk-in intake, telehealth, and mobile services.