Community Counseling Services

1001 Main Street
Columbus, MS 39701

Community Counseling Services MS 39701

About Community Counseling Services

Community Counseling Services offers outpatient, community-based mental health and addiction recovery services for youth and adults in Columbus, Mississippi, including specialized programming for children, adolescents, seniors, pregnant and postpartum women, persons with hearing impairment, bilingual persons, low-income individuals, justice-involved persons, and persons with co-occurring disorders. They are licensed by the state of Mississippi.

Community Counseling Services provides culturally-response, person-focused care, including mobile response, crisis intervention and patient stabilization, and referrals for acute and subacute inpatient treatment.

Clients in outpatient treatment receive medical and mental health assessments, individualized care planning, and comprehensive case management. Clients also engage in intensive individual, group, and family counseling and age-specific, recovery-focused life skills training. Additional services include residential/supportive housing referrals for adults, court-mandated programming and DUI education, and peer support.

Their aftercare services ensure a complete continuum of care aligned with clients’ evolving needs and may include academic and vocational training, employment and housing assistance, and referrals for additional medical, mental health, and social service programs.

Community Counseling Services accepts most major insurance plans, including BlueCross/BlueShield, Anthem, Cigna, Aetna, and Humana. Out of network benefits can vary, so please contact your provider to verify coverage. Medicare, Medicaid, and sliding scale payment schedules are also accepted.

Latest Reviews

Reviewed on 04/08/2023
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Sorry but I had to leave I couldn’t do it. Don’t get me wrong I can’t blame everyone who works there but when it comes to psychiatry I feel like this country don’t seem to get it. Them antipsychotics destroy people in the long run. There is no proven fact if they even work or not that’s just what we think. Just being honest there needs to be a more conventional way at treating mental health disorders and by giving people pills won’t cure anything. Just something to think about.
jeebuslouisus
2 years ago on Google
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Absolute garbage. I just wanted a therapy appointment for my sads, and I tried here. What a waste of my time. Zero stars if I could.
Ruth Weaver
5 years ago on Google
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Do not waste you time with these folks extremely unprofessional. Set an appointment to see dr overstreet they said we thought you weren t coming waited a month for this appointment . They said they called me yet did not leave a message what a way to treat patients. Most unfriendly staff

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Accepted Insurance

Community Counseling Services works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

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.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

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.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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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.
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Inpatient rehab provides a highly supportive and structured environment for clients in early recovery and for those who are at an elevated risk of relapse. Clients remain at the treatment center for the duration of their programs, though some inpatient rehabs offer supervised group excursions. Clients engage in intensive individual, group, and or family counseling. They may also receive recovery-focused life skills training to support their sustained sobriety and community reintegration. Many programs offer holistic therapies, such as meditation.

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.

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Programs

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Teen Program
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
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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.
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Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
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Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
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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.
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Child Program
The providers who specialize in the children's rehab space understand the specialized needs that this population faces. School-based and social services such as tutoring and family counseling are often central to treatment. Child programs may also address the needs of youth experiencing substance abuse in the home, including a parent's or sibling's addiction.
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Seniors Program
Nearly one million adults age 65 and older live with a substance use disorder. Treatment providers who specialize in senior care understand the social, psychological, and physical effects of aging and how they relate to recovery. They can help clients address particular challenges and risks they may face as they get older such as overdosing and medication interactions and dependencies.
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HIV/AIDS Program
HIV/AIDS programs support disease prevention and management in high-risk individuals in recovery. Individuals who engage in intravenous drug use and other addictive behaviors are at a higher risk of becoming infected with HIV. Rehab centers that specialize in treating this population typically have a high number of nurses, physicians, and psychiatrists on staff who can make sure both their medical and mental health needs are met.
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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.
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Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Clinical Services

If you participate in cognitive behavioral therapy in Mississippi, you can expect to receive homework exercises that allow you to practice the skills you discuss during your sessions. You'll learn how to develop coping skills and change your thinking and behavior so you can break free from addiction.

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.

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.

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

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.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

Accreditations

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.

SAMHSA Listed: Yes

Contact Information

Phone icon (662) 328-9225
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1001 Main Street
Columbus, MS 39701

Fact checked and written by:
Terri Beth Miller, PhD
Edited by:
Quentin Blount

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Sorry but I had to leave I couldn’t do it. Don’t get me wrong I can’t blame everyone who works there but when it comes to psychiatry I feel like this country don’t seem to get it. Them antipsychotics destroy people in the long run. There is no proven fact if they eve ... Read More

Reviewed on 4/8/2023
3.5

Staff and Doctors I’ve seen have always been courteous and feel like it’s helped me for the better.

Reviewed on 3/11/2019
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3 (6 reviews)
jeebuslouisus
2 years ago
1

Absolute garbage. I just wanted a therapy appointment for my sads, and I tried here. What a waste of my time. Zero stars if I could.

Ruth Weaver
5 years ago
1

Do not waste you time with these folks extremely unprofessional. Set an appointment to see dr overstreet they said we thought you weren t coming waited a month for this appointment . They said they called me yet did not leave a message what a way to treat patients. Most unfriendly staff

Chris miller
6 years ago
5

Very laid back atmosphere and not a long wait time.Staff and Doctors I ve seen have always been Courteous and feel like it s helped me for the better.

Amanda Walker
6 years ago
5

Vince Jethrow
7 years ago
5

Charissa Smith
8 years ago
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Columbus friends, please spread the word. I highly suggest you do not use Columbus Counseling Services. Every encounter I have with them is unprofessional. They do not call when they have to cancel your appointment, or when there are issues with your insurance and you're getting billed.Their head of office corrected the first issue, when they didn't call to tell me my counselor cancelled. They wanted to reschedule a month later, stating I wasn't even supposed to be scheduled as an in-take for that day (it wasn't a Wednesday). How was I to know? I didn't schedule myself. That's the office's mistake. She got me in the next week. Next, I get a statement from my insurance claiming that my counselor was not in-network. I call the office. They give me no explanation but say they will call back. No phone call. I go for my appointment today to find out that the insurance issue is on their end, that for some reason my counselor wasn't listed for my insurance as in-network but I shouldn't have issues meeting with her. Oh, but they've cancelled all of her appointments with clients who have my insurance - just in case. But they never called to tell me any of this. They just thought I had cancelled my appointment. Said it was a misunderstanding when I cancelled the doctor's appointment. No. I didn't say anything about today's appointment and neither did you, ma'am. Either way, I should be informed of these issues.To top it all off, my counselor was not very friendly. No emotion. Just cold-faced when I'm crying about hard things to talk about.

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