

About us
Located in Baton Rouge, the Serenity Center of Louisiana is a well-known treatment center that helps people overcome drug and alcohol addiction and leads them to long-lasting healing. Many times, clients have told us that this facility was a lifesavering source of hope at their darkest moments.
The Serenity Center stands out because to its extensive continuum of care, which enables the institution to provide assistance at every turn in the patient’s healing process. Patients get the medical care required to safely taper off drugs, starting with detoxification. The facility provides a comprehensive residential treatment program for those who have previously finished detoxification. This program, which includes group and individual therapy sessions, an introduction to 12-Step programs, and dietary treatment, is painstakingly tailored to each client’s specific requirements. Medication-assisted therapy (MAT) is sometimes used to lessen cravings and symptoms of withdrawal.
Patients may go from the residential program to the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), which is a step down in treatment but offers a great deal of assistance. In order to guarantee that clients get ongoing support as they reintegrate into independent sober life, The Serenity Center also provides aftercare programs.
The Serenity Center is one of the most well-known treatment facilities in Baton Rouge, with hundreds of happy alumni. The program’s customized approach, which views each client as an individual with particular requirements and objectives, is credited with its effectiveness. The facility stands out from other hospitals because of its dedication to provide specialized, state-of-the-art care.
Recognizing the devastating effects that drug and alcohol abuse can have on people, families, and society as a whole, The Serenity Center goes above and beyond to guarantee that patients get effective treatment. The facility, which has two campuses in Baton Rouge, has the personnel and space needed to handle the many issues related to addiction.
The Serenity Center’s rehabilitation is based on the scientifically shown efficacy of ending the cycle of dependency. The clinic places a strong emphasis on helping clients identify triggers and acquire the skills necessary to deal with life’s obstacles. The clinic uses group, individual, and family therapy in addition to the 12-Step AA program, which is required. Patients can gain from physical exercise, dietary counseling, social skill improvement, and medication-assisted therapy.
Being CARF certified means that The Serenity Center of Louisiana satisfies strict requirements for care and service quality. The center’s dedication to provide the best treatment possible to people pursuing addiction recovery is shown by its accreditation.
Insurance
Payment Options
- Cash or self-payment
- Medicaid
- Private health insurance
- Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE)
- IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds
- Self-pay options
Addiction Resource Score
Scoring is assigned by a proprietary system which helps surface key metrics that determine quality. The 10-point scale factors in categories such as operations, customer satisfaction, and trust metrics.
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Treatment
Treatment Options
- Screening for tobacco use
- Comprehensive mental health assessment
- Comprehensive substance use assessment
- Outreach to persons in the community
- Screening for mental disorders
- Screening for substance use
- Complete medical history/physical exam
Conditions Treated
- Alcoholism
- Mental health treatment
- Substance use treatment
- Co-occurring Disorders
- Opioid Treatement
Levels of Care
- Hospital inpatient treatment
- Outpatient
- Short-term residential
- Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
- Intensive outpatient treatment
- Regular outpatient treatment
- Aftercare
Treatment Modalities
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Substance use disorder counseling
- Group counseling
- Family counseling
- 12-step facilitation
- Intervention Services
- Motivational interviewing
- Relapse prevention
- Individual psychotherapy
- Nutrition Therapy
License and Accreditation
- State department of health
- Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Facility Operation
- Private for-profit organization
Screening
- Drug or alcohol urine screening
- Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing
Ancillary Services
- Transportation assistance
Opioid Treatment
- Does not use MAT for opioid use disorders
Transitional Recovery Services
- Mentoring/peer support
- Housing services
- Discharge Planning
- Outcome follow-up after discharge
Age Groups Accepted
- Young adults
- Adults
Gender Accepted
- Female
- Male
Smoking or Vaping
- Smoking permitted in designated area
- Vaping not permitted
Amenities
Amenities
- Private setting
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Most private insurances accepted