
At a Glance
Location
1919 John Wesley Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30337
Phone
404-762-9190Primary Focus
Treatment Settings
Treatment Approaches
Special Programs
About Odyssey Family Counseling Center
Odyssey Family Counseling Center provides outpatient addiction treatment and intensive outpatient programs in Atlanta, serving individuals and families through substance abuse counseling, group therapy, and comprehensive mental health services with CARF accreditation.
Odyssey Family Counseling Center operates as a CARF-accredited outpatient clinic located on John Wesley Avenue in Atlanta's Fulton County, serving the broader Atlanta and College Park communities. The recovery center specializes in substance abuse treatment alongside comprehensive mental health services for individuals facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges.
The facility offers outpatient programs and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) designed for ongoing recovery support. These addiction treatment services integrate substance abuse counseling with individual therapy, family therapy, and group counseling sessions. The center also provides psychiatric medication management, marriage counseling, and anger management services as part of their comprehensive approach to recovery.
Treatment philosophy centers on accessibility and family-centered care, reflected in their commitment to serve all patients regardless of ability to pay. The recovery center operates Monday through Friday with extended evening hours until 8 PM on weekdays, accommodating working individuals and families pursuing recovery. Their sliding scale payment options and financial assistance programs demonstrate dedication to removing barriers to addiction treatment.
Odyssey serves a diverse population including adolescents, teens aged 12-17, and adults 18 and older, making it a comprehensive resource for families affected by substance abuse. The center accepts multiple insurance carriers including Medicaid, Blue Cross, Aetna, and Cigna, while offering payment plans and financial assistance for uninsured clients. This combination of flexible scheduling, family-focused programming, and financial accessibility positions Odyssey as a community-oriented recovery partner for long-term sobriety goals.
Outpatient Addiction Treatment Programs
Odyssey Family Counseling Center delivers outpatient addiction treatment through two primary levels of care: standard outpatient programs and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP). These programs provide structured recovery support while allowing individuals to maintain work, school, and family responsibilities during their treatment journey.
The recovery center integrates substance abuse counseling with individual therapy, family therapy, and group counseling sessions. This comprehensive approach addresses not only addiction but co-occurring conditions including depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship problems that often complicate the recovery process.
Family-Centered Recovery Community
As a family counseling center, Odyssey recognizes that addiction affects entire family systems. Their treatment model incorporates family therapy and marriage counseling alongside individual addiction treatment, creating a supportive recovery community that extends beyond the individual client.
The center serves individuals from age 3 through adulthood, including specialized programming for teens aged 12-17 and adolescents. This multi-generational approach allows families to engage in recovery together, building stronger foundations for long-term sobriety and healthy relationships.
Accessible Treatment Options
Odyssey operates with extended hours Monday through Thursday until 8 PM and Friday until 4 PM, recognizing that recovery must fit into real-life schedules. This flexible scheduling supports working professionals, students, and parents who need addiction treatment without compromising their daily responsibilities.
The center accepts multiple insurance carriers including Medicaid, Blue Cross, Aetna, and Cigna, while offering sliding scale fees, payment plans, and financial assistance. Their commitment to serve all patients regardless of ability to pay removes financial barriers that often prevent individuals from accessing quality addiction treatment.
Why Choose Odyssey Family Counseling Center
- CARF-accredited outpatient clinic with intensive outpatient programs specifically designed for ongoing recovery
- Family-centered approach serving individuals aged 3 to adult with comprehensive substance abuse and mental health services
- Extended weekday evening hours until 8 PM accommodating working individuals and families in recovery
- Commitment to serve all patients regardless of ability to pay with sliding scale fees and payment plans
- Integrated treatment addressing substance abuse alongside depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of outpatient addiction treatment does Odyssey provide?
Odyssey offers outpatient programs and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) that include substance abuse counseling, individual therapy, family therapy, and group counseling. The center also provides psychiatric medication management and specialized services for anger management.
What age groups does this recovery center serve?
Odyssey serves a wide age range from individuals aged 3 to 17 years old, teens 12-17, adolescents, and adults 18 and older. This comprehensive approach allows families to receive coordinated addiction treatment and mental health services.
Does Odyssey accept insurance for addiction treatment?
Yes, Odyssey accepts multiple insurance carriers including Medicaid, Caresource, Peachstate, Amerigroup, Blue Cross, Aetna, and Cigna. They also offer self-pay options, sliding scale fees, and payment plans for those without insurance coverage.
What are the operating hours for outpatient treatment?
Odyssey operates Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 8 PM and Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM. The center is closed on weekends, with extended weekday hours designed to accommodate working individuals and families.
What other conditions does Odyssey treat alongside substance abuse?
In addition to substance abuse treatment, Odyssey addresses depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, grief, relationship problems, anger management issues, and prenatal/postpartum depression. This integrated approach treats the whole person within their recovery journey.
Is Odyssey accredited and what areas do they serve?
Odyssey Family Counseling Center is CARF-accredited and serves the Atlanta and College Park areas from their location on John Wesley Avenue. Their accreditation ensures quality standards in addiction treatment and recovery services.
What financial assistance is available for addiction treatment?
Odyssey offers an Odyssey Payment Plan for clients without insurance, sliding scale discounts based on family size and income, and financial assistance. The center maintains a commitment to serve all patients regardless of their ability to pay.
How does family therapy integrate with addiction treatment at Odyssey?
As a family counseling center, Odyssey incorporates family therapy and marriage counseling directly into their addiction treatment programs. This approach recognizes that substance abuse affects entire family systems and strengthens recovery outcomes through family support.
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