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 South Carolina

17 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 South Carolina

South Carolina family courts handle divorce, custody, and support in each of its 16 judicial circuits. The Child Support Services Division operates under the Department of Social Services. Charleston, Columbia, North Charleston, and Mount Pleasant are the largest cities. South Carolina Legal Services is the primary LSC-funded civil legal aid program statewide.

17 Resources

1. SC Department of Alcohol & Other Drug Abuse Services — Free

State agency coordinating substance abuse prevention, intervention, and treatment services across South Carolina. DAODAS funds and oversees county-level treatment providers, oversees licensing, and offers referrals. Call the Business Park Boulevard office or visit online weekdays to find a local provider. Bring a photo ID, insurance information, and any court paperwork requiring treatment documentation when you start intake.

803-896-5555 · 101 Business Park Blvd, Columbia, SC 29203 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm · Visit Website

2. LRADAC – Lexington Richland Alcohol & Drug Abuse Council — Paid

Comprehensive substance abuse treatment including medically supervised detox, outpatient counseling, and residential programs for Midlands fathers and residents. LRADAC accepts insurance and offers sliding-fee options at the Colonial Drive facility. Call to schedule intake during weekday hours. Bring a photo ID, insurance information, medication list, and any court paperwork requiring treatment verification.

803-726-9300 · 2711 Colonial Dr, Columbia, SC 29203 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

3. Charleston Center — Paid

Substance abuse treatment, medical detox, and recovery programs for Charleston-area fathers and residents. The center offers 24/7 detox admissions plus weekday outpatient counseling at the Charleston Center Drive facility. Call any time for detox screening, or weekdays for outpatient intake. Bring a photo ID, insurance information, current medication list, and any court paperwork requiring treatment documentation.

843-958-3800 · 5 Charleston Center Dr, Charleston, SC 29401 · 24/7 detox, Mon-Fri outpatient · Visit Website

4. Palmetto Center – Florence — Paid

Residential and outpatient substance abuse treatment for Pee Dee-area fathers and residents. Clinical staff offer detox support, individual counseling, and relapse-prevention programs at the Palmetto Street facility in Florence. Call during weekday hours to request intake and verify costs. Bring a photo ID, insurance information, medication list, and any court paperwork requiring treatment documentation when you arrive.

843-669-4370 · 1515 Palmetto St, Florence, SC 29501 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

5. SAMHSA Helpline – South Carolina — Free

Free 24/7 federal referral service connecting South Carolina fathers and residents to substance abuse and mental health treatment providers. Trained specialists match callers to local detox, counseling, and medication-assisted treatment programs. The line is confidential. Have a photo ID, insurance information, and a list of current medications ready so specialists can help you find a provider that fits your needs.

800-662-4357 · 24/7 · Visit Website

6. Phoenix Center – Greenville — Paid

Substance abuse treatment and counseling for Greenville-area fathers, adults, and adolescents. The Phoenix Center offers outpatient and intensive outpatient programs plus DUI counseling at the East Washington Street facility. Call during weekday hours to schedule intake and verify fees. Bring a photo ID, insurance information, medication list, and any court paperwork requiring treatment verification.

864-467-3790 · 711 E Washington St, Greenville, SC 29601 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

7. Axis I Center – Spartanburg — Paid

Substance abuse and mental health treatment for Spartanburg-area adults and adolescents. Axis I offers outpatient counseling, DUI and drug-court programs, and co-occurring disorder services at the Boiling Springs Road facility. Call during weekday hours to schedule intake and verify costs. Bring a photo ID, insurance information, current medication list, and any court documents requiring treatment documentation.

864-585-0366 · 1079 Boiling Springs Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29303 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

8. Serenity Place – Rock Hill — Paid

Residential and outpatient addiction recovery programs for Rock Hill and York County fathers and residents. Serenity Place provides long-term recovery housing and supportive services for adults in recovery. Call the Rock Hill office during weekday hours to verify intake procedures and costs. Bring a photo ID, insurance information, a medication list, and any court paperwork requiring treatment documentation.

803-329-2200 · PO Box 11472, Rock Hill, SC 29731 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

9. AA Meetings – South Carolina — Free

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings across South Carolina with an online meeting finder covering open and closed groups, in-person and virtual. Meetings are free, anonymous, and open to anyone who has a desire to stop drinking. Fathers new to recovery can start with an open meeting. Visit the AA website to find meetings near your city, along with available phone or online options statewide.

Varies by meeting · Visit Website

10. Shoreline Behavioral Health – Conway — Paid

Substance abuse treatment and prevention services for Grand Strand-area fathers and residents. Shoreline provides outpatient counseling, DUI programs, and prevention education at the Wise Road facility in Conway. Call during weekday hours to schedule intake and verify insurance coverage. Bring a photo ID, insurance information, a medication list, and any court paperwork requiring treatment documentation.

843-365-8884 · 2404 Wise Rd, Conway, SC 29526 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

11. Keystone Substance Abuse Services – Rock Hill — Paid

Outpatient substance abuse treatment, DUI education, and prevention programs for York County fathers and residents. Keystone clinicians offer individual and group counseling at the South Herlong Avenue facility in Rock Hill. Call during weekday hours to schedule intake and verify costs. Bring a photo ID, insurance information, a medication list, and any court documents requiring treatment verification.

803-324-1800 · 199 S Herlong Ave, Rock Hill, SC 29732 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

12. Circle Park Behavioral Health – Florence — Paid

Outpatient substance abuse and mental health treatment for Pee Dee-area fathers, adults, and adolescents. Circle Park offers individual and group counseling and co-occurring disorder services at the Gregg Avenue facility in Florence. Call during weekday hours to schedule intake and confirm insurance coverage. Bring a photo ID, insurance information, medication list, and any court paperwork requiring treatment verification.

843-665-9349 · 601 Gregg Ave, Florence, SC 29501 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

13. New Life Center – Anderson — Free

Residential addiction recovery program for men in the Anderson area, with 24/7 on-site support at the South Fant Street facility. The program provides structured housing, peer support, and faith-friendly recovery resources. Call any time for intake screening and availability. Bring a photo ID, a list of current medications, and any court paperwork requiring treatment documentation when checking in.

864-225-1804 · 316 S Fant St, Anderson, SC 29624 · 24/7 residential

14. Narcotics Anonymous – South Carolina — Free

Narcotics Anonymous meetings and recovery support groups across South Carolina listed through the online meeting search. NA meetings are free, anonymous, and open to anyone who wants to stop using drugs. Fathers new to recovery can find open meetings to attend with a supporter. Visit the NA website to locate local groups, phone meetings, and virtual options available throughout the state.

Varies by meeting · Visit Website

15. Celebrate Recovery – SC Chapters — Free

Faith-based recovery program with groups meeting at churches across South Carolina. Celebrate Recovery supports fathers and adults working through addiction, grief, and life struggles in a Christian small-group setting. Meetings are free and open to visitors at participating churches. Visit the Celebrate Recovery website to find a local SC group and confirm meeting times, childcare options, and contact information.

Varies by location · Visit Website

16. Aiken Center – Aiken County — Paid

Outpatient substance abuse counseling and prevention programs for Aiken County fathers, adults, and adolescents. Aiken Center provides individual and group counseling, DUI education, and school-based prevention at the Gregg Highway facility. Call during weekday hours to schedule intake and verify costs. Bring a photo ID, insurance information, medication list, and any court paperwork requiring treatment verification.

803-649-1900 · 1105 Gregg Hwy, Aiken, SC 29801 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

17. Alpha Center – Columbia — Paid

Residential and outpatient substance abuse treatment for men in the Midlands, operated out of the Hampton Street facility in Columbia. Services include individual and group counseling, structured recovery housing, and relapse-prevention programming. Call during weekday hours to verify availability and costs. Bring a photo ID, insurance information, a medication list, and any court paperwork requiring treatment verification.

803-252-8880 · 1517 Hampton St, Columbia, SC 29201 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

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.