How We Rank Listings
Every facility on this page is drawn from our directory of licensed and accredited treatment providers serving Franklin and the surrounding Williamson County area. Listings are organized to help you compare real options by the care they provide, the people they serve, and the ways they accept payment, rather than to reward whoever paid the most.
We give weight to providers that hold recognized third-party accreditation, maintain current Tennessee licensure, and publish clear information about their services. Where a program offers medication-assisted treatment, specialized tracks, or financial assistance, we surface those details so they factor into your decision. Sponsored placements are labeled as such, and a listing’s position is not a clinical endorsement. Verify current services, availability, and insurance acceptance directly with any center before enrolling.
Rehab in Franklin: What to Know
Franklin is the seat of Williamson County, an affluent suburb about 20 miles south of Nashville. The Tennessee rehab directory lists 10 treatment providers in and around the city, weighted toward outpatient and residential care, and residents can also reach the wider Nashville-metro network of addiction treatment options within a short drive.
Statewide, anyone can reach treatment through the Tennessee REDLINE, a free and confidential 24/7 referral line that connects Tennesseans to care whether or not they have insurance. For residents who can’t afford treatment, the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS) funds care for those who qualify, filling gaps left by the state’s Medicaid coverage limits.
Williamson County has the lowest overdose death rate of any county in Tennessee, but opioid use disorder and fentanyl still reach the community, and alcohol remains the most common reason people seek care here. Quick access to treatment and naloxone remains important.
Cost of Rehab in Franklin
There is no single price for rehab in Franklin. Cost depends on the level of care, how long treatment lasts, whether a program is public or private, and what your insurance covers. Outpatient counseling is the most affordable option, medical detox and residential care cost more because they include around-the-clock supervision, and medication-assisted treatment falls in between. Local figures track Tennessee averages, and most people pay far less than the sticker price once insurance, TennCare, or a sliding fee scale is applied.
Most people do not pay these amounts out of pocket. Tennessee did not expand Medicaid, so TennCare covers the substance use continuum for eligible members but not everyone qualifies. For those who don’t, TDMHSAS-funded treatment and the Behavioral Health Safety Net provide care based on income, and treatment scholarships and financial assistance can help with private programs.
How to Pay for Rehab in Franklin
Across the treatment centers listed for Franklin, every program accepts self-payment and private insurance, and several also bill TennCare, Medicare, or TRICARE. Financial assistance is available at some programs. The cards below show how many Franklin programs in our directory accept each payment type.
Medicare
Medicare covers medically necessary addiction treatment for eligible older adults and people with qualifying disabilities, including inpatient care, outpatient services, and counseling. Coverage and copays vary by plan, so it helps to understand how Medicare and private insurance apply to rehab before you enroll.
TennCare (Medicaid)
TennCare, Tennessee’s Medicaid program, covers substance use treatment, including medication-assisted treatment, for eligible members through managed-care plans. Because Tennessee did not expand Medicaid, eligibility is narrower than in many states, so it is worth confirming whether you qualify. Four Franklin programs accept it.
Military Benefits
Four Franklin programs accept TRICARE for active-duty service members, retirees, and eligible family members. Veterans can also access care through the VA, and more addiction resources for veterans and military families are available regionally.
Insurance and Private Pay
The Affordable Care Act requires most health plans to cover substance use treatment as an essential health benefit, though your deductible and network still shape the final cost. Verifying benefits before admission tells you what a program will actually cost you.
- BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
- Cigna
- Aetna
- UnitedHealthcare
- Humana
Levels of Care Available in Franklin
The centers listed for Franklin cover the major levels of care, from medical detox and residential inpatient programs to outpatient clinics and dual diagnosis treatment. The cards below show how many programs in each category are available locally.
Medical detox
Medical detox is the first step for people with significant physical dependence on alcohol, opioids, or other substances. Programs use around-the-clock monitoring and medication to manage withdrawal safely before a person steps into ongoing treatment.
Inpatient and residential rehab
Inpatient rehab provides 24-hour care in a structured residential setting, which suits people who need medical monitoring or a break from a high-risk environment early in recovery.
Outpatient treatment
Outpatient care, the most common level in Franklin, lets people live at home and keep working or caring for family while attending scheduled treatment. It often follows residential care as a step down.
Dual diagnosis care
Six local programs treat co-occurring disorders, addressing a substance use disorder and a mental health condition such as depression, anxiety, or PTSD at the same time, which tends to work better than treating either alone.
Specialty Programs in Franklin
Beyond general treatment, several Franklin programs tailor care to specific groups and substances. The grid below shows the number of programs offering each specialty.
Free and Low-Cost Rehab Resources in Franklin
Cost and insurance should never stop someone in Williamson County from getting help. Several local and statewide resources offer free or low-cost support, from 24-hour helplines to state-funded treatment and harm reduction.
Crisis and helplines
- Tennessee REDLINE. 800-889-9789, call or text, the state’s free, confidential, 24/7 referral line for addiction treatment, available whether or not you have insurance.
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988 for free, confidential support 24/7. See more crisis and suicide prevention resources.
- TDMHSAS Helpline. 800-560-5767 (weekdays) for help accessing state-funded treatment and services.
- SAMHSA National Helpline. 1-800-662-HELP (4357), a free, confidential 24/7 treatment referral line.
Local treatment and recovery
- Mental Health Cooperative. A Middle Tennessee provider offering behavioral health and substance use services, including for people with limited means.
- Williamson County recovery programs. Local outpatient and residential providers serving Franklin and the surrounding area.
Government and harm reduction
- Free naloxone. Available at no cost through Tennessee’s Regional Overdose Prevention Specialists (ROPS), who also provide overdose-response training.
- Tennessee 211. Dial 211 to connect with local health, housing, and treatment resources.
Drug and Alcohol Use Statistics in Franklin
Franklin is in Williamson County, which has the lowest overdose death rate of any county in Tennessee. The county is not immune, but its rate runs far below the state’s, even as fentanyl continues to drive most overdose deaths statewide. Seeing the local picture against national substance use statistics adds context.
Resources
- Tennessee Department of Health. (2025). Tennessee Drug Overdose Deaths / CSMD Annual Report. https://www.tn.gov/health/health-program-areas/pdo/pdo/data-dashboard.html
- Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. Tennessee REDLINE. https://www.tn.gov/behavioral-health/substance-abuse-services/prevention/tennessee-redline.html
- USAFacts / CDC. (2025). Drug overdose deaths in Tennessee. https://usafacts.org/
- Addictions.com. (2026). Alcohol and Drug Rehabs in Tennessee: cost of treatment averages. https://www.addictions.com/rehabs/tennessee/
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2026). National Helpline. https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
