I need help but have no insurance — where do I start?

Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (free, 24/7). They'll connect you to state-funded treatment providers that accept uninsured clients. Every state has a Single State Agency for Substance Use that funds community treatment on sliding-scale fees.

What's MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment)?

MAT combines medications (methadone, buprenorphine/Suboxone, naltrexone/Vivitrol) with counseling to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders. It's evidence-based, reduces overdose risk substantially, and is covered by Medicaid and most private insurance. Find providers at findtreatment.gov.

Will going to rehab hurt my custody case?

Voluntarily seeking treatment is almost always viewed favorably by courts — it shows responsibility and commitment to sobriety. Coordinate with your attorney so treatment documentation supports your case. Court-ordered programs through drug courts specifically protect custody rights.

How long is treatment?

Detox: 3–7 days. Residential rehab: 30–90 days typically. Intensive outpatient: 8–12 weeks, 9–15 hours per week. Standard outpatient: months to years. Aftercare and peer support (AA, NA, SMART Recovery) is ongoing and free.

Substance Abuse in Missouri

14 verified resources.

About Substance Abuse for Fathers

Substance abuse treatment in the US is delivered through state-licensed treatment providers, nonprofit recovery programs (AA, NA, SMART Recovery), hospital-based detox, methadone clinics, and sober living houses. SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP) provides free, confidential referrals to local treatment 24/7. Most states fund a network of publicly-supported treatment centers that accept uninsured and Medicaid clients; the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration maintains a national treatment locator at findtreatment.gov. Fathers dealing with substance issues during custody disputes often need documented treatment compliance — court-ordered programs exist for this specific purpose. Recovery support includes peer recovery specialists, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and drug courts. This directory pulls together the state's single state agency for SUD, treatment finders, mutual aid meetings, and MAT providers.

Substance Abuse in Missouri

Missouri circuit courts hear family matters through family court divisions in each of its 45 judicial circuits. The Family Support Division runs child support enforcement under DSS. Kansas City, Saint Louis, Springfield, and Columbia are the largest metros. Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, Legal Aid of Western Missouri, and Mid-Missouri Legal Services cover the state.

14 Resources

1. SAMHSA National Helpline — Free

Free, confidential 24/7 helpline for substance use and mental health treatment referrals, staffed by trained information specialists in English and Spanish. No insurance is required to use the service. Dads struggling with substance use or supporting a family member can call for referrals to local Missouri treatment facilities and support groups. The helpline does not provide counseling but connects callers with vetted treatment and recovery resources nationwide.

1-800-662-4357 · National · 24/7 · Visit Website

2. Behavioral Health Response (St. Louis Crisis) — Free

St. Louis region's 24/7 crisis line providing immediate support for substance abuse and mental health crises, with mobile crisis teams that can respond in person when needed. Dads in crisis or supporting a loved one can call anytime for confidential assessment and connection to treatment. Services are free at the point of contact. The Tucker Boulevard office also handles administrative inquiries during business hours but crisis services run around the clock.

314-469-6644 · 1000 N Tucker Blvd, Suite 200, St. Louis, MO 63101 · 24/7 · Visit Website

3. Preferred Family Healthcare (Statewide) — Paid

Missouri's largest behavioral health provider offering substance abuse treatment, residential care, outpatient programs, and medication-assisted treatment across more than 60 locations statewide. Dads can call the central intake line to find the nearest site and schedule an assessment. Bring photo ID, insurance cards or proof of income, and a list of current medications. Most clinics operate Monday through Friday, with a 24/7 statewide helpline for urgent support.

800-660-5034 · Multiple Missouri locations · 24/7 helpline · Visit Website

4. Burrell Behavioral Health (Springfield) — Paid

Major behavioral health provider in southwest Missouri offering substance abuse assessment, outpatient treatment, and medication-assisted treatment across Springfield and surrounding counties. Dads can schedule assessments by phone or walk in at the Bradford Parkway clinic. Bring photo ID, insurance information, and a medication list to intake. A sliding fee scale may be available based on income. Services run Monday through Friday during business hours, with 24/7 crisis access.

417-761-5000 · 1300 E Bradford Pkwy, Springfield, MO 65804 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis 24/7

5. Alcoholics Anonymous - Missouri Area — Free

Missouri AA central offices provide meeting directories, 24-hour support, and connections to local AA groups across the state, with hundreds of weekly meetings for people seeking recovery from alcohol use. Dads can find open and closed meetings by calling the St. Louis hotline or searching online. Meetings are free, anonymous, and open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking. No registration, identification, or fees are required to attend.

314-647-3677 · Meetings statewide · 24/7 hotline; meetings daily · Visit Website

6. Narcotics Anonymous - Show-Me Region — Free

Missouri Narcotics Anonymous meeting network with hundreds of weekly meetings across the state, connecting people seeking recovery from drug use. The helpline connects callers to nearby meetings and recovery support. Dads can find open meetings by calling or searching online. Meetings are free, anonymous, and open to anyone with a desire to stop using drugs. No registration, identification, or fees are required to attend any meeting statewide.

888-407-4673 · Meetings statewide · 24/7 helpline; meetings daily

7. FindTreatment.gov (SAMHSA Locator) — Free

Federal treatment locator with a searchable database of licensed substance use treatment providers across Missouri, filterable by treatment type, payment options, and specialty populations. Dads can search by zip code to find the nearest detox, residential, outpatient, or medication-assisted treatment program. The tool shows insurance accepted and sliding-scale availability. The site is free to use around the clock; SAMHSA's helpline handles questions by phone anytime.

1-800-662-4357 · Online resource (search by MO zip code) · Online 24/7 · Visit Website

8. Phoenix Programs (Columbia) — Paid

Central Missouri substance abuse treatment provider offering residential, outpatient, DUI education, and recovery support programs for adults seeking treatment in the Columbia area. Dads can schedule an assessment by phone. Bring photo ID, insurance information or proof of income, and a medication list to intake. Medicaid and sliding-scale fees may be available. The Knipp Drive office operates Monday through Friday during standard business hours with varied program schedules.

573-875-8880 · 3415 Knipp Dr, Suite A, Columbia, MO 65203 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

9. Heartland Center for Behavioral Change (Kansas City) — Paid

Provides outpatient substance abuse treatment, DUI education, anger management, and recovery programs in Kansas City, serving adults on court-ordered and voluntary intakes. Dads can schedule assessments by phone. Bring photo ID, insurance or proof of income, any court referrals, and a medication list to intake. Services are typically fee-based with Medicaid accepted. The Broadway office operates Monday through Friday during standard business hours with multiple weekly group sessions.

816-561-7575 · 3100 Broadway, Suite 200, Kansas City, MO 64111 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

10. Midwest ADP (St. Louis) — Paid

St. Louis alcohol and drug treatment center providing outpatient counseling, intensive outpatient programming, and DWI education programs for adults seeking recovery support. Dads can schedule assessments by phone. Bring photo ID, insurance information, any court paperwork, and a medication list to intake. Services are fee-based with many insurance plans accepted. The Sunset Hills office operates Monday through Friday evenings and Saturday mornings to accommodate working parents.

314-638-2100 · 3904 S Lindbergh Blvd, Sunset Hills, MO 63127 · Mon-Fri 8am-8pm; Sat 8am-12pm

11. Harris House Foundation (St. Louis) — Paid

St. Louis residential substance abuse treatment center providing detox, residential treatment, halfway house, and outpatient services for men and women seeking long-term recovery. Dads can call the 24/7 intake line for assessment and placement. Bring photo ID, insurance information, and a medication list at admission. Many insurance plans and sliding-scale options are accepted. The Broadway campus handles admissions around the clock with dedicated intake specialists.

314-631-4299 · 8327 Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63111 · 24/7 intake · Visit Website

12. ReDiscover - Substance Use Services (Kansas City) — Paid

Kansas City behavioral health center providing substance abuse assessment, outpatient treatment, and medication-assisted recovery programs for adults, with locations in Lee's Summit and surrounding areas. Dads can call to schedule an assessment. Bring photo ID, insurance information or proof of income, and a medication list to intake. Medicaid and sliding-scale fees may be accepted. The office operates Monday through Friday during standard business hours with appointment-based scheduling.

816-246-8000 · 901 NE Independence Ave, Lee's Summit, MO 64086 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

13. Al-Anon Family Groups - Missouri — Free

Support groups for families and friends of people with alcohol use disorders, with free meetings across Missouri providing peer support and recovery tools grounded in the Al-Anon program. Dads affected by a loved one's drinking can find open meetings by searching online by zip code. Meetings are free, anonymous, and open to anyone affected by someone else's drinking. No registration, identification, or fees are required to attend.

Meetings statewide (search by zip) · Meeting times vary · Visit Website

14. Compass Health Network - Substance Use (Central MO) — Paid

Major central and western Missouri behavioral health provider offering outpatient substance use treatment, medication-assisted treatment, and recovery services at more than 60 locations. Dads can call the central intake line to find the nearest clinic and schedule an assessment. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid information, and a medication list to intake. Most clinics operate Monday through Friday during standard business hours with a broad statewide footprint.

800-247-0661 · Multiple locations across central/western MO · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

Substance Abuse — Common Questions

I need help but have no insurance — where do I start?: Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (free, 24/7). They'll connect you to state-funded treatment providers that accept uninsured clients. Every state has a Single State Agency for Substance Use that funds community treatment on sliding-scale fees.
What's MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment)?: MAT combines medications (methadone, buprenorphine/Suboxone, naltrexone/Vivitrol) with counseling to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders. It's evidence-based, reduces overdose risk substantially, and is covered by Medicaid and most private insurance. Find providers at findtreatment.gov.
Will going to rehab hurt my custody case?: Voluntarily seeking treatment is almost always viewed favorably by courts — it shows responsibility and commitment to sobriety. Coordinate with your attorney so treatment documentation supports your case. Court-ordered programs through drug courts specifically protect custody rights.
How long is treatment?: Detox: 3–7 days. Residential rehab: 30–90 days typically. Intensive outpatient: 8–12 weeks, 9–15 hours per week. Standard outpatient: months to years. Aftercare and peer support (AA, NA, SMART Recovery) is ongoing and free.