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About us
Alcoholism and opiate addiction are among the many substance misuse addictions for which Pathways – Outpatient, a private treatment facility in Sandy Hook, Kentucky, offers treatment. In addition to flexible outpatient treatment, the institution provides medically supervised detoxification to safely manage withdrawal symptoms. With this method, patients may continue their recuperation process while continuing to live their normal lives at home.
Pathways customizes its programs to meet the individual requirements of various groups, including age-appropriate care for teenagers, gender-specific issues for men, and specialized therapy for women. This method improves the healing process by guaranteeing that people get assistance and direction that corresponds with their unique life stage and experiences.
The organization has changed multiple times since its founding in 1966 as the Nineteenth Regional Mental Health / Mental Retardation Board. President Kennedy’s attempt to restructure the provision of mental health care led to its formation. The Appalachian Comprehensive Care Center, which serves Boyd, Carter, Greenup, and Lawrence counties, was established as a result. Later, when statewide districts were established by the federal and state governments, Elliott County was included. After changing its name to Lansdowne Comprehensive Care Center in 1972, it merged with Cave Run Comprehensive Care Center in 1982 to become Pathways, Inc.
After more than 50 years, Pathways has expanded dramatically, now employing 450 skilled professionals and providing a wide range of mental health treatments. Services include mental health, assistance for intellectual and developmental impairments, and prevention, early intervention, treatment, and rehabilitation for drug use disorders. Over 14,000 unduplicated people are served annually by Pathways, demonstrating its extensive and all-encompassing approach to mental healthcare in the area.
Insurance
Payment Options
- Cash or self-payment
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
- Private health insurance
- Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE)
- State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds
- State welfare or child and family services funds
- State corrections or juvenile justice funds
- Other State funds
- Community Service Block Grants
- Community Mental Health Block Grants
- U.S. Department of VA funds
- Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs
- Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
- Self-pay options
- Financial aid
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.
7.7
Out of 10
We understand that choosing an addiction treatment center can be overwhelming, especially with so many options, promises, and marketing messages. That’s why we’ve developed a clear, standardized rating system designed to cut through the noise and highlight what truly matters: safety, quality of care, and transparency. Our goal is to give individuals and families the information they need to make confident, informed decisions during a critical time.
In this guide, we explain exactly how we rate treatment centers—from accreditation and staff credentials to therapy options, facility environment, and family involvement. You’ll see how we assign scores, award badges, and update listings to ensure accuracy and fairness. Most importantly, our system focuses on elevating centers that prioritize ethical, evidence-based care, not just those with the best marketing. This way, you can trust that the ratings you see reflect meaningful standards that help you find the right fit for lasting recovery.
Treatment
Treatment Options
- Screening for tobacco use
- Comprehensive mental health assessment
- Comprehensive substance use assessment
- Interim services for clients
- Outreach to persons in the community
- Screening for mental disorders
- Screening for substance use
Conditions Treated
- Alcoholism
- Mental health treatment
- Substance use treatment
- Co-occurring Disorders
- Opioid Treatement
Levels of Care
- Outpatient
- Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
- Regular outpatient treatment
- Aftercare
- Detoxification
- Outpatient detoxification
Treatment Modalities
- Individual psychotherapy
- Couples/family therapy
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
- Substance use disorder counseling
- Trauma-related counseling
- Group counseling
- Family counseling
- Marital/couples counseling
- Intervention Services
- Motivational interviewing
- Anger management
- Matrix Model
- Relapse prevention
- Treatment for other addiction disorder
License and Accreditation
- State mental health department
- Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Facility Operation
- Private non-profit organization
- Private for-profit organization
Screening
- Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing
- Drug or alcohol urine screening
Ancillary Services
- Intensive case management
- Case management service
- Chronic disease/illness management
- Court-ordered outpatient treatment
- Family psychoeducation
- Illness management and recovery
- Suicide prevention services
- Supported employment
- Supported housing
- Specially designed program for DUI/DWI clients
- Domestic violence services, including family or partner
- Mental health services
- Social skills development
- Transportation assistance
Opioid Treatment
- Buprenorphine maintenance
- Buprenorphine used in Treatment
- Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
- Naltrexone used in Treatment
- Prescribes buprenorphine
Emergency Mental Health Service
- Psychiatric emergency mobile/off-site services
Transitional Recovery Services
- Mentoring/peer support
- Housing services
- Discharge Planning
- Employment counseling or training
- Outcome follow-up after discharge
- Recovery coach
Age Groups Accepted
- Adolescents
- Children/adolescents
- Young adults
- Adults
- Seniors
Gender Accepted
- Female
- Male
Smoking or Vaping
- Smoking permitted in designated area
- Vaping permitted in designated area
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