Serenity Lane/Eugene

Serenity Lane/Eugene is a substance use treatment center in Eugene, OR.

Substance use treatmentDetoxificationOutpatientIntensive outpatient treatmentInsurance AcceptedCourt or judicial system referrals
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At a Glance

Location

4211 West 11th Street, Eugene, OR 97402

Primary Focus

Substance use treatmentDetoxification

Treatment Settings

OutpatientIntensive outpatient treatmentRegular outpatient treatmentOutpatient day treatment or partial hospitalizationOutpatient methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone treatmentOutpatient detoxification

Treatment Approaches

Cognitive behavioral therapyDialectical behavior therapyMotivational interviewingTrauma-related counselingMatrix ModelRelapse preventionRational emotive behavioral therapySubstance abuse counseling12-step facilitationAnger managementBrief intervention

Special Programs

Court or judicial system referrals

About Serenity Lane/Eugene

Serenity Lane/Eugene has been serving the Eugene, Oregon recovery community since 1973, offering medical detox, residential treatment, and outpatient programs under one CARF-accredited roof. The facility treats co-occurring disorders and trauma alongside substance use, and accepts Medicaid, private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay — making long-term recovery accessible to a wide range of individuals and families.

Serenity Lane/Eugene is a CARF-accredited substance use treatment center located at 1 Serenity Lane in Eugene, Oregon, founded in 1973 by physician Dr. Tom Kerns. Operating for more than five decades in Lane County, it occupies a rare position in the regional recovery landscape: a single facility that carries clients from initial medical detox all the way through residential and outpatient levels of care, rather than requiring them to start over at a new program at each stage of their recovery.

The center offers three distinct levels of care: medical detox for those beginning their recovery process, residential treatment for immersive longer-term work, and an outpatient program for clients transitioning toward independent living. This continuum means that someone entering through medical detox can step down into residential treatment and eventually into an outpatient program without leaving the Serenity Lane community — a structural advantage that matters enormously when continuity of care directly influences long-term outcomes.

Clinically, Serenity Lane/Eugene uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a confirmed therapeutic method and addresses both trauma/PTSD and co-occurring disorders alongside substance use. Treating dual diagnosis and trauma as core parts of the clinical picture — rather than secondary concerns — reflects a treatment philosophy that recognizes addiction rarely exists in isolation. The facility is CARF-accredited, a mark that reflects independently verified standards of care and organizational accountability.

Serenity Lane/Eugene serves a notably broad population: men, women, young adults ages 18–25, pregnant women, individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, and those entering treatment through court orders. Payment options include Medicaid, private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay, removing financial barriers that often delay entry into addiction treatment. For families and individuals evaluating a long-term recovery partner in the Eugene area, this breadth of access — combined with a full continuum from detox through outpatient — makes Serenity Lane/Eugene a distinctive option.

A Full Recovery Continuum in Eugene, Oregon

One of the most common obstacles in addiction treatment is the gap between levels of care. When medical detox happens at one facility, residential treatment at another, and outpatient programming somewhere else entirely, clients lose continuity — and continuity matters in long-term recovery. Serenity Lane/Eugene addresses this directly by offering medical detox, residential treatment, and an outpatient program within a single CARF-accredited organization in Eugene, OR.

That structure means a person entering medical detox at Serenity Lane can move into residential treatment and later step down into an outpatient program without rebuilding clinical relationships from scratch. For families supporting someone through recovery, knowing their loved one remains inside a consistent care environment throughout each phase reduces one significant source of uncertainty during an already difficult time.

Dual Diagnosis and Trauma Treatment in Residential Rehab

Serenity Lane/Eugene's clinical scope extends beyond substance use itself. The facility formally treats co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis conditions, as well as trauma and PTSD — recognizing that for many people, mental health challenges and substance use are tightly intertwined. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a confirmed part of the clinical approach, a structured, skills-based method with a substantial research base in treating both addiction and trauma-related conditions.

For people searching for a recovery center that will address the full picture rather than substance use in isolation, this integrated approach is clinically meaningful. Treating dual diagnosis in the same setting where residential treatment and outpatient programming are delivered avoids the fragmentation that can undermine recovery when mental health and addiction care happen in separate systems.

Who Serenity Lane/Eugene Serves

Serenity Lane/Eugene accepts a wider range of populations than many regional rehabs. The facility serves men and women, young adults between 18 and 25, pregnant women, individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, and clients entering treatment through court orders. This breadth reflects a program structure built to accommodate different life circumstances — not a one-size treatment model.

On the financial side, accepted payment methods include Medicaid, private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay or cash. For veterans, active-duty service members, and their families, TRICARE acceptance removes a barrier that blocks access to quality residential treatment at many facilities. Medicaid acceptance similarly means that individuals without private insurance have a path into a CARF-accredited, full-continuum program in the Eugene, Oregon area.

Getting Started with Addiction Treatment at Serenity Lane/Eugene

Serenity Lane/Eugene is located at 1 Serenity Lane, Eugene, OR 97408. The admissions team can be reached by phone at (541) 687-1110 or by email at [email protected]. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 9 PM and on Saturdays and Sundays the facility is closed, so reaching out during weekday hours is recommended for admissions inquiries.

For individuals and families beginning to evaluate long-term addiction treatment options in Lane County, Serenity Lane's five-decade history, full continuum of care, and broad population acceptance make it worth a direct conversation with their admissions staff. More information is available at serenitylane.org.

Why Choose Serenity Lane/Eugene

  • Full continuum from medical detox through residential treatment to outpatient — all within one CARF-accredited organization, reducing the disruption of transitioning between providers
  • Founded in 1973 by physician co-founder Dr. Tom Kerns, giving Serenity Lane one of the longest track records in Oregon substance abuse treatment
  • Specialized dual diagnosis treatment addresses trauma and PTSD alongside substance use, rather than routing those issues to a separate program
  • Serves populations often underserved by mainstream rehabs, including pregnant women, individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, and court-ordered clients
  • Accepts Medicaid, TRICARE, private insurance, and self-pay — one of the broader payment acceptance profiles among residential treatment centers in the Eugene area

Frequently Asked Questions

What levels of care does Serenity Lane/Eugene offer?

Serenity Lane/Eugene provides three levels of care: medical detox, residential treatment, and an outpatient program. This continuum allows clients to move through different stages of recovery within the same CARF-accredited organization, rather than transferring to separate facilities as their needs change.

Does Serenity Lane/Eugene treat co-occurring mental health conditions?

Yes. The facility formally treats co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis conditions, as well as trauma and PTSD, alongside substance use. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is part of the confirmed clinical approach used at the center.

What insurance and payment options does Serenity Lane/Eugene accept?

Serenity Lane/Eugene accepts Medicaid, private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay or cash. Veterans and service members covered by TRICARE are among the populations the facility is specifically equipped to serve.

Is Serenity Lane/Eugene accredited?

Yes. Serenity Lane/Eugene holds CARF accreditation, which reflects independently verified standards for substance use treatment programs. CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) accreditation is a recognized quality benchmark in addiction treatment.

Who does Serenity Lane/Eugene serve?

The facility serves men, women, young adults ages 18–25, pregnant women, individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, and court-ordered clients. This range of accepted populations means the program is structured to work with people across a variety of life circumstances and pathways into treatment.

How long has Serenity Lane/Eugene been operating?

Serenity Lane was co-founded in 1973 by physician Dr. Tom Kerns, giving the organization a history of more than five decades in Oregon addiction treatment. The Eugene location carries that same organizational legacy.

Can someone start with medical detox and continue into residential treatment at the same facility?

Yes. Serenity Lane/Eugene offers medical detox, residential treatment, and an outpatient program within the same organization. Clients who begin with medical detox can transition into residential treatment and later step down into the outpatient program without moving to a new provider.

Does Serenity Lane/Eugene serve pregnant women?

Yes. Pregnant women are among the specific populations the facility is confirmed to serve. Individuals with questions about programming for pregnant women should contact admissions directly at (541) 687-1110 or [email protected].

How do I contact Serenity Lane/Eugene to begin the admissions process?

You can reach the admissions team by phone at (541) 687-1110 or by email at [email protected]. The facility is open Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 9 PM. The center is located at 1 Serenity Lane, Eugene, OR 97408.

Does Serenity Lane/Eugene accept court-ordered clients?

Yes. Court-ordered individuals are among the confirmed populations served at Serenity Lane/Eugene. The facility's acceptance of Medicaid and multiple payment types also helps ensure that financial barriers do not prevent court-ordered clients from accessing care.

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