Carson Tahoe Health – Addiction Recovery

Substance Abuse · Nevada · Paid

Hospital-based outpatient substance abuse and addiction recovery program in Carson City, with medical oversight for detox and relapse-prevention planning. Office at 1600 Medical Pkwy, open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Insurance and self-pay accepted. Fathers should bring photo ID, insurance cards, a list of current medications, prior treatment records if available, and any probation or court paperwork for a complete initial evaluation.

Contact & Details

Address: 1600 Medical Pkwy, Carson City, NV 89703

Phone: 775-445-8000

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

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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 Nevada

Nevada family courts handle divorce, custody, and support — with Clark County (Las Vegas) operating the state's largest family court. The Child Support Enforcement Program operates under DWSS. Las Vegas, Henderson, Reno, and North Las Vegas are the major metros. Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada and Washoe Legal Services provide civil legal aid in the state's two main population centers.

More Substance Abuse in Nevada

  • Nevada Division of Public & Behavioral Health – Substance Abuse — State agency administering substance abuse prevention, treatment funding, and recovery supports across Nevada. Office at 4150 Technology Way
  • Westcare Nevada – Las Vegas — Long-established provider delivering comprehensive substance abuse treatment, detox, residential care, and recovery services in Las Vegas. M
  • SAMHSA Helpline – Nevada — Free 24/7 national helpline from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration offering information, referrals to local trea
  • Vitality Unlimited – Reno — Provides substance abuse treatment, detox, and recovery services for adults in northern Nevada, including the Ryland St office and other reg
  • Center for Behavioral Health — Outpatient substance abuse treatment provider offering medication-assisted treatment, counseling, and group services in Las Vegas. Office at
  • Quest Counseling & Consulting – Reno — Provides addiction treatment, mental health counseling, and DUI education for adolescents and adults in the Reno area. Office at 975 Ryland

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.