About Helen Ross McNabb Center
Helen Ross McNabb Center provides a program called the Life Skills Training  (LST) program.
This program provides substance abuse and violence prevention counseling to high-risk children in grades six through nine.
Children enrolled in the 14-week program learn skills to cope with anxiety and stress, manage anger, effectively communicate and build defenses against peer pressure.
In addition to this program, The Helen Ross McNabb Center operates three residential facilities in East Tennessee.
The residential setting provides treatment for adolescents, ages 13-18, for alcohol and drug abuse or dependence coupled with mental illness (if present).
Clients receive evidenced based and evidenced informed treatment models including individual and family therapy, group process therapy, dialectical behavior skills group, and trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Services: Mix of mental health and substance abuse services
Fees: Sliding fee scale. Call for rates and qualifications. Payment assistance av
Insurances: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Is this treatment center really free?
Most of the listings on this website are free; however, we decided it would also be helpful for our visitors to see sliding scale treatment centers (which are based on your income and you can qualify for free treatment) and low cost rehab centers for low income persons.
Tips on Choosing a Free Rehab Center in Knoxville, TN
Here are some additional tips:
- Ask about the center's admission process. What documentation do you need to provide? Is there a waiting list?
- Find out what the center's policies are on insurance and financial assistance. Will the center accept your insurance? Does the center offer financial assistance to patients who need it?
- Visit the center in person, if possible. This will give you a chance to meet the staff, see the facilities, and get a feel for the center's atmosphere.
- Talk to people who have been to the center. Ask them about their experiences and whether they would recommend the center to others.
Choosing a rehab center is an important decision. By following these tips, you can find a free rehab center in Knoxville, TN that is right for you.