This place has been vital to my recovery! I can not thank the staff at Alana Recovery enough, I owe my life to them.
About Alana Recovery Center IOP
Alana Recovery Center, in Kennesaw, Georgia, is a 12 step-focused drug and alcohol rehab for adults specializing in medication assisted treatment (MAT) and partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), general outpatient (OP), and aftercare programming. Dedicated services are available for clients with co-occurring addiction and mental illness.
Treatment at Alana Recovery Center begins with a comprehensive medical and mental health assessment and personalized care plan. Referrals for acute and subacute treatment are available as needed.
Their partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) are designed for clients requiring high-level supervision and support, including those in early recovery, those stepping down from inpatient care, and those at an elevated risk of relapse. Clients engage in extensive, trauma-informed individual, group, and family counseling drawing on proven modalities. Clients in opioid and/or alcohol recovery may enroll in their evidence-based medication assisted treatment (MAT) for longer-term pharmacotherapy using buprenorphine or naloxone. The program promotes clients’ sustained sobriety through recovery-focused life skills training addressing topics such as coping, emotional regulation, and relapse prevention.
Their general outpatient (OP) and aftercare services ensure a complete continuum of care aligned with clients’ evolving needs and may include step-down support, 12 step program facilitation, and referrals for additional services.
Alana Recovery Center contracts with most major insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, BlueCross BlueShield, Beacon, Optum, and Ambetter. They also accept Emblemhealth, United Healthcare, Tricare, and others. Please contact your provider to verify coverage, as out of network benefits can vary.
Latest Reviews
Hello, my name is Alexander Drake, and I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to the Alana program. They were more than just a treatment program; they made me feel like family. Their understanding and non-judgmental approach created a safe space where I could truly open up. I want to highlight Collin White, our behavioral manager, who did an incredible job. He was funny, smart, and genuinely determined to help each of us. He took our concerns seriously, making a significant impact on my journey.Miss Raven, one of the behavioral techs, was a beacon of kindness for me. She went beyond her role; she became like a mother figure during my treatment. Whenever I needed someone to talk to, she was always there, never rushing our conversations. Her support meant the world to me, and I admired her ability to listen and understand, no matter the challenges I faced. She always checked in to make sure I was okay, and her presence was incredibly reassuring.Alec, my case manager, felt like a brother to me. We shared jokes, and he had a keen sense of my personality, making me feel comfortable and understood. He provided invaluable feedback on my progress and what I needed to work on. The medical assistant also played a crucial role in my experience; she was sweet and approachable, helping to keep my spirits up during difficult times. The nurse practitioner was professional and energetic, always ready to assist. Sarah and Laura, the medical directors, were serious about their work, acting swiftly to ensure our needs were met. I am truly proud of the service they provided and grateful for the entire team at Alana.
Alana is run by people who truly care and want the best possible recovery for their clients. The 12 steps were one of several different tools taught that promoted a prolonged way of Sobriety. I can personally attest that this a great program full of professionals who know exactly what they're doing and practicing along your journey there.
I had a wonderful experience at Alana and Sober Men s Living from December 2023-February 2024. The housing was top notch, very clean and comfortable. The programming was very focused on getting us involved in our own 12-step recovery outside of treatment. The Behavioral Tech staff are all in recovery themselves, and they were VERY helpful and friendly. Their experience and insight into sobriety were invaluable in regards to my own recovery. I always felt respected and cared for by the staff.I highly recommend Alana to anybody who has found themselves in need of substance abuse treatment. This place can and will work if you are willing to put the work in. I am massively grateful for this place supporting me and helping get me back on my feet when I was at my lowest.
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Other Forms of Payment
Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.
Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
Intensive Outpatient The IOP is an intense, focused experience designed to enable sober and productive living. Eligibility for the IOP is based on a clinical assessment. IOP may be recommended for individuals who do not require medically supervised detoxification, and who live within driving distance of the center. Intensive Outpatient Treatment may also be recommended for individuals who have recently completed residential treatment (rehab) and are in the early stages of recovery.
Aftercare 
12-Step 12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).
Intervention Services A drug intervention in Georgia is designed to encourage an individual to get the treatment they need. This effort aims to break through resistance and motivate the individual to get help. The process typically involves loved ones sharing their concerns with the individual and how their substance use has affected those who care about them. A professional interventionist can help guide this conversation and explain from the clinical side how treatment can be beneficial.
Medically Assisted Detox Medical detox is the process of ridding the body of addictive substances in a medically supervised setting. If you become chemically dependent on a substance like alcohol, opioids, or benzodiazepines (like Xanax or Ativan), quitting abruptly can cause uncomfortable or even dangerous side effects. Licensed medical professionals ensure the process goes as safely and comfortably as possible while monitoring you 24/7 and administering any required medications,
Treatments
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
A quality drug rehab in Georgia can help you overcome addiction. This environment is designed to help you address the complex issues contributing to drug dependence. The goal of treatment is to give you the tools you need to make a full recovery.
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
Programs
Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Clinical Services
Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
ALANA Recovery understands that trauma often times is the underlying issue to addiction. Trauma informed care is vital to their clients’ care. ALANA utilizes clinicians specializing in trauma treatment to assist clients through this phase of their recovery.
At ALANA Recovery, they know and have witnessed first-hand the devastation that addiction can have on the entire family. Substance Abuse is a condition that not only affects the individual, but almost everyone in that individual’s life. To this end, their program offers Family Therapy services to the loved ones learning to cope with family or significant others in all stages of recovery.
Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.
Nutritional TherapyBy incorporating recreational therapy into an addiction treatment program in Georgia, you learn to discover new interests and develop health and healthy coping mechanisms. Activities could include painting, group sports, or yoga. These encourage social interaction and support your physical fitness, which are vital factors in a successful recovery journey.
Experiential therapy in Georgia focuses on subjective experiences. These experiences, such as art, music, animal care, or wilderness courses, evoke sensations and perceptions that allow you to process emotions, reflect, and achieve greater self awareness.
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Accreditations
The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.
Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
LegitScript has reviewed Alana Recovery Center IOP as part of their certification program, and has determined that it meets the LegitScript standards for legality, safety and transparency.
LegitScript verified in January 2020
Contact Information
(877) 752-5262 
1301 Shiloh Rd NW
#1810
Kennesaw, GA 30144
Get Help Now - 800-985-8516
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