Nova Center

1900 Golf Rd SW
Huntsville, AL 35801

Nova Center Family Services AL 35802

About Nova Center

The Nova Center Family Services program is offered through WellStone in Huntsville, Alabama. This facility provides intervention and drug recovery services to adolescents and their families. Individuals aged 18 and younger who are navigating a substance use disorder are supported through two available outpatient programs. Individuals aged 19 and older can be connected to care through the affiliated New Horizons Recovery Center.

The outpatient program at Nova Center Family Services provides individualized treatments that can help you gain critical skills to navigate your substance use disorder. There’s also an intensive outpatient counseling program that offers counseling in a group setting. You’ll have the opportunity to work through recovery with the support of mentors and similarly suited peers. The intensive outpatient spans several weeks and is geared toward those who need more robust support, after which they can transition to outpatient care.

This facility is unique in that it accepts referrals from a range of organizations including the juvenile justice system and other community partners. Additionally, family support is encouraged and there is a range of educational services to help teens and their families navigate the road to recovery.

Latest Reviews

Teamroscoe 2 channel
2 weeks ago on Google
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They take forever getting my child in for any kind of service. He s a high risk kid too. Also, peer support lady fails to make her appointments to our home and doesn t notify me either why and we don t hear from her hardly ever. Even the ER we went to last night says this company has a bad name around here. So disappointed in this company. My kid and your kid deserves better than this
Response from the owner1 week ago
Hello, and thank you for bringing this to our attention. We would like to learn more, and make sure we can address the issues you have experienced. Please email me at karen.petersen@wellstone.com, or call (256) 864-3393. Thank you.
Cece Knox
4 months ago on Google
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The councilor there called DHR on me because I did not bring my child to their appointment don't go there
Airielle Gregory
8 months ago on Google
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We have been using this therapy center for almost 2 years. I've only stuck with them as it is convenient for me as they see her at her school. I get no feedback from her therapist. I feel like I should with her being 7!!! Don't try and call NO ONE ANSWERS! I will probably start looking elsewhere as it's not doing anything for her. Don't go here I beg of you!
Response from the owner5 months ago
Hi Ms. Gregory, we are so sorry to hear this. Will you please email me directly so I can get additional details from you? That will help us address this situation and improve service, which we definitely want to do! karen.petersen@wellstone.com Thank you!

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Nova Center works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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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

outpatient iconOutpatient
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.
inpatient iconInpatient Rehab
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) are designed for clients in early recovery and those at an elevated risk of relapse. Clients in IOP attend outpatient therapy sessions for a minimum of nine hours per week but clients may receive as many as 20 hours of IOP treatment weekly. Sessions generally occur in 3-5 hour blocks, in which time clients engage in some combination of medication assisted treatment (MAT), psychotherapy, recovery skills training, or complementary care.
partial-hospitalization iconPartial Hospitalization Program
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) provides comprehensive treatment to those who do not require 24/7 monitoring and offers a higher level of care than outpatient programs. Often referred to as "day treatment" patients typically attend sessions a minimum of 20 hours weekly, allowing clients to return home each day. PHP treatment is often covered by insurance and can provide daily therapeutic sessions and services such as relapse prevention and medication management.
medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox
Medically assisted detox is often the first step of addiction treatment. At the medical detox level of care, you are weaning your body off drugs and/or alcohol under the care of licensed medical professionals who constantly monitor your health and treat any potential withdrawal symptoms, sometimes with the aid of medication (like Suboxone or Vivitrol).

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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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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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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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

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

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.

Rehab treatment in Alabama often involves motivational interviewing (MI). This is an evidence based approach that helps you discover your own interest in change. You'll decide for yourself what next steps you're willing to commit to in order to reach your goals.

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.

Life skills are an essential part of addiction recovery. These skills help you succeed in day to day life and live independently. They fall into three main categories: interpersonal skills, thinking skills, and self awareness. Treatment involves developing these skills for a successful recovery.

Recreational therapy in Alabama integrates sports, art, and outdoor adventures into drug and alcohol addiction treatment. This promotes physical, mental, and emotional health alongside improving social skills, offering a holistic approach to sobriety. Recreational therapy can help you rebuild your life within a supportive and engaging environment.

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 (256) 705-6493
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1900 Golf Rd SW
Huntsville, AL 35801

Fact checked and written by:
Nadia El-Yaouti, M.Ed.
Edited by:
Peter Lee, PhD

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They never answer their phone or listen to their voice mails! I don't even know why they go to work if they don't even try to do the bare minimum.

Reviewed on 2/28/2019
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Teamroscoe 2 channel
2 weeks ago
1

They take forever getting my child in for any kind of service. He s a high risk kid too. Also, peer support lady fails to make her appointments to our home and doesn t notify me either why and we don t hear from her hardly ever. Even the ER we went to last night says this company has a bad name around here. So disappointed in this company. My kid and your kid deserves better than this

Response from the owner2 weeks ago
Hello, and thank you for bringing this to our attention. We would like to learn more, and make sure we can address the issues you have experienced. Please email me at karen.petersen@wellstone.com, or call (256) 864-3393. Thank you.
Cece Knox
4 months ago
1

The councilor there called DHR on me because I did not bring my child to their appointment don't go there

Airielle Gregory
8 months ago
1

We have been using this therapy center for almost 2 years. I've only stuck with them as it is convenient for me as they see her at her school. I get no feedback from her therapist. I feel like I should with her being 7!!! Don't try and call NO ONE ANSWERS! I will probably start looking elsewhere as it's not doing anything for her. Don't go here I beg of you!

Response from the owner6 months ago
Hi Ms. Gregory, we are so sorry to hear this. Will you please email me directly so I can get additional details from you? That will help us address this situation and improve service, which we definitely want to do! karen.petersen@wellstone.com Thank you!
Big Mike Sellers
1 year ago
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do not get it wrong, these people do not care about your kids. If you have the option to and the legal system isn t forcing you, please for the love of god never let your children be in the care of these greedy, money-hungry people.

Response from the owner1 year ago
We do care, and I am so sorry that you have had an experience that left you feeling otherwise. Please contact me directly so we can hear what happened and address the issue. Thank you. karen.petersen@wellstone.com
Stefanie Hess
1 year ago
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When the other reviews say dont waste your time-DONT. WASTE. YOUR. TIME. we came here in a CRISIS situation. The man at front desk gave us such an unnecessary run around. Told us to call a number to register? The lady on phone said no you just go to desk. We already did. He gave us a form to fill out that was meant i believe for the therapist to do NOT my child. He had no idea. Then let our form sit on counter over an HOUR while other patients were seen. They never checked us in until we questioned the wait time. The staff were extremely unprofessional and we will tell everyone we know to stay away.

Pamela Edwards
1 year ago
1

Hey never send your kids to Nova Academy because all they one to do send you to jail for stupid things that you haven't know control over it if they're autistic and have any other disability and to you trying to get them but if you have Medicaid makes it hard for you to get anything for them

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1 year ago
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Candice Musgrove
1 year ago
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They don t care about your kids, they just collect money. Go literally anywhere else. They never answer the phone, conduct themselves unprofessionally, are chronically late and then try to cut your session in half while billing the full time and charging you the whole copay. I was told during the session the therapist talked more about herself than listening and then rushed my child out because she wanted to go home. Nothing screams I don t care quite like hurry up I need to go home during working hours. Just wow. Gave it four session and there was no type of treatment plan or mechanisms until the third session. Total waste of time and effort.

James Stubblefield
1 year ago
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The Nova Center at 1900 Golf Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35801 has to be the most unprofessional medical place. We have 1 option with our insurance here in HSV and its the Nova Center. This place does not return phone calls, make excuses for every issue they create, and does a poor job at treating people. The entire office should be shut down. DO NOT GO HERE FOR TREATMENT OF YOUR CHILDREN!

Carla Dawn
1 year ago
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Chelsea is a great therapist and Anna, the receptionist, is very sweet and helpful.

Harrison Reeves
1 year ago
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Allison Jones
1 year ago
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First, I would like to say that our school-based therapist has been easy to reach, extremely communicative, and wonderful to work with. We also enjoy working with Dr. Klasing and Dr Adams before that.Other than that,this is absolutely THE WORST company that I have ever had the displeasure of working with. It s next to impossible to get anyone on the phone in the office, get appointments, or get my children s medications filled in anything remotely close to a timely manner. They are a nightmare to deal with and have caused our family so much grief.

Response from the owner1 year ago
Hello Allison, Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We are working hard to improve operations. And we are glad you enjoy working with Dr. Klasing (we like him, too!) and your school-based therapist. You can call me directly at 256-864-3393. -Karen
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