I had a horrible experience during my stay. I never felt that the majority of the staff cared at all and the administration didn’t care at all. I put my life on hold to go inpatient and I regret it every day.
About Carolina House Eating Disorder Treatment Center
Carolina House is a behavioral health treatment center in Durham, North Carolina. They’re most well known for their eating disorder treatment, but they have mental health treatment, too, including drug and alcohol addiction care.
The addiction recovery and mental health program here is a residential rehab. They work with clients ages 18 and older. The program is gender inclusive, so they welcome clients of all gender identities.
A typical program here is about three to five weeks but yours can vary based on what you need and based on your progress. Your program will be personalized to you, but it will be an integrated and holistic treatment program. They’ll provide psychiatric care along with yoga and therapy and other techniques for overall healing and recovery. You’ll have a structured schedule from day to day with individual therapy and group therapy as well as therapeutic activities and mindfulness sessions.
By the time you finish your program, you’ll also have a customized aftercare and relapse prevention plan to make sure you have the ongoing support you need.
One thing that especially stood out to me about this treatment center is that they emphasize that they’re LGBTQ+ inclusive. If you’re part of the LGBTQ+ community this treatment center will respect your identity and give you a safe and respectful place to treat your addiction.
Client reviews for this treatment center are very polarized. Some clients say that it was an excellent experience that made a powerful difference in their recovery, while others say that they didn’t get the number of therapy sessions they were promised. They do note that this seems to be because of staffing issues, so your experience may depend on how well staff the treatment center is during your stay.
Latest Reviews
It's taken me over a year to wrap my mind around what happened at Carolina House. The psychiatrist is a joke ! My therapist was in over her head and uncertain of how to treat her patients. My ED grew worse during the 5 weeks I was there. Fortunately, I went to another treatment center and recovered fully. Please don't go here. It's poorly ran, understaffed, and not at all a tranquil place to recover.
Response from the owner1 week ago
We appreciate you taking time to share this feedback, though we are saddened to receive it. In all that we do, we strive to be a place where hope and healing are found in a comfortable setting that offers safety, security, and ongoing encouragement. We would be grateful to have an opportunity to speak with you directly so that we can gain a better understanding of these concerns. Please reach out to us at FeedBack@carolinaeatingdisorders.com. Thank you.
Carolina House helped me so much. After battling alcoholism and bulimia I have maintained 5 years of sobriety March 8th along with no longer purging after eating.
Response from the owner7 months ago
Thank you! We can t overstate how valued your feedback is. It means so much that you d take a moment to let us know your thoughts. We really appreciate it! Gallery
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Accepted Insurance
Managed Health Network (MHN)
Optima Health
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.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient Clients who are exiting detox or stepping down from intensive inpatient care typically transition directly into outpatient treatment. Outpatient programs are designed to allow clients to either re-enter or remain in their communities while receiving robust, personalized care. Many facilities offer evening, night, or weekend services to accommodate clients' home and work schedules. The most common outpatient treatment modalities include psychotherapy, recovery-focused life skills training, and medication assisted treatment (MAT).
Inpatient Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Carolina House provides 24-hour nursing care for all clients, and employs a contracted medical doctor, a psychiatrist, and a registered dietician, all of whom are skilled in the treatment of eating disorders.
Intensive Outpatient Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.
Partial Hospitalization Program Often used as a "step-down" option after you've completed a residential or inpatient program, the partial hospitalization program (PHP) typically involves a minimum of 20 hours of treatment per week for approximately 90 days. Programs offer structured programming that includes relapse prevention, medication management, and behavioral therapy services. Insurance coverage for PHP treatment varies among insurance providers.
Treatments
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.
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.
LGBTQ Program
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.
Clinical Services
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. Clients typically participate in an average of six group therapy sessions each weekday, four group sessions on Saturdays, and two group sessions on Sundays.
Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.
During couples therapy in North Carolina, a psychologist helps you and your partner resolve problems that are occurring in your relationship. This licensed therapist uses talk therapy to help you both work through challenges together. The process involves learning new skills to better handle conflict and life issues.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation. Family therapy sessions are offered on a weekly basis with a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, meeting for an average of 45 to 60 minutes for each session.
Nutritional TherapyCreativity is inherently healing, and can help those in recovery express thoughts or feelings they might not otherwise be able to. Creative arts therapy can include music, poetry/writing, painting, sculpting, dance, theater, sandplay, and more. Unlike traditional art, the final product matters far less than the experience of creation and expression itself.
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Accreditations
The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.
CARF Accreditation: Yes
Accreditation Number: 294657
Contact Information
(866) 959-8331 
176 Lassiter Homestead Road
Durham NC, 27713
Get Help Now - 800-985-8516
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Fact checked and written by:
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