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Teen & Young Adult Treatment in Virginia

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Our directory lists 142 Virginia addiction treatment programs, spread from the Blue Ridge foothills to the Hampton Roads coast and the suburbs outside Washington, D.C. The largest clusters sit in and around Richmond, Arlington, and Norfolk. Care here leans toward outpatient help. Some 129 programs offer outpatient services, and 55 run intensive outpatient (IOP) tracks — day programs that let teens and young adults keep up with school or work. For families comparing Virginia rehab options, that mix means most treatment can happen close to home.

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Updated: July 7, 2026
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Treatment for Young People in Virginia

Virginia treatment centers cover the full range of care, from medical detox to residential stays to weekly outpatient counseling. Across the state, 96 programs treat co-occurring mental health conditions. That means they support depression, anxiety, or trauma alongside alcohol, marijuana, stimulant, or prescription drug misuse. For younger clients, intensive outpatient usually means about 6 hours a week under ASAM's adolescent criteria, lighter than the 9-plus hours ASAM sets for adults. Virginia expanded Medicaid in 2019, and the state's ARTS (Addiction and Recovery Treatment Services) benefit now pays for counseling and outpatient care across every level of the ASAM continuum.

Why Choose Treatment in Virginia?
  • Virginia's ARTS Medicaid benefit ranks among the country's stronger addiction benefits — 125 of the 142 programs we list accept Medicaid.
  • 47 programs offer sliding-scale fees, adjusting the price to what a household can afford.
  • 46 programs run age-appropriate tracks for adolescents, and 100 welcome young adults.
  • Residential centers in the Blue Ridge and Shenandoah Valley give clients a calm, rural place to step back from daily triggers.
  • Many programs offer telehealth video visits, which helps teens in rural counties far from a clinic.
Programs built around Virginia's large veteran and active-duty military community
University teaching hospitals at UVA in Charlottesville and VCU in Richmond
Community Services Boards that provide public behavioral health care in every locality
Recovery efforts in the hard-hit Appalachian counties of far southwest Virginia
Insurance & Payment in Virginia

Virginia expanded Medicaid in 2019, and coverage for addiction care is broad, billed mostly through the state's ARTS benefit. Teens and children who don't qualify for Medicaid may be covered by FAMIS, Virginia's CHIP program. Private plans are widely accepted, and many Northern Virginia centers also take federal employee health plans. Coverage still varies by plan and county, so confirm your benefits before you schedule.

Types of Treatment Available in Virginia

Medical Detox

Safe, closely monitored withdrawal with medical support around the clock

Residential Treatment

Live-in care with daily therapy and a steady routine for young people

Partial Hospitalization (PHP)

Full-day treatment with medical oversight, evenings back home

Intensive Outpatient (IOP)

A flexible schedule that fits around school, work, and family life

Standard Outpatient

Weekly therapy and support groups to keep recovery on track

Sober Living

Transitional housing with peer support and shared accountability

Expert Tips for Virginia

Not sure where to begin? Call the Virginia Substance Abuse Helpline at 1-877-349-1199 — it's free, confidential, and open 24/7 for referrals.

Ask about sliding-scale fees. 47 of the programs we list adjust cost to income, which can make care affordable without insurance.

Every Virginia locality has a Community Services Board that offers free assessments and referrals — a good first stop if you're unsure what level of care fits.

For a teen, ask whether an intensive outpatient (IOP) track can work around the school day; many run just a few afternoons a week.

If you have Medicaid, check that the program bills through the ARTS benefit, which covers counseling and outpatient care.

In a rural county? Ask about telehealth — many Virginia programs now offer video counseling sessions.

Virginia Treatment Resources

Official state agencies and organizations that help families find treatment in Virginia.

Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS)

State agency that oversees Virginia's public substance use and behavioral health treatment system.

1-804-786-3921

Virginia Substance Abuse Helpline

Free, confidential 24/7 line for treatment referrals and crisis support.

1-877-349-1199

Virginia Medicaid (DMAS)

Runs Virginia's Medicaid program, including the ARTS benefit for addiction treatment.

REVIVE! Opioid Overdose Prevention Program

Statewide program offering free community overdose-prevention training.

National Resources

Federal resources and hotlines available 24/7 for addiction support.

SAMHSA National Helpline1-800-662-4357

Free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service

SAMHSA Treatment Locator

Find treatment facilities in your area

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline988

Provides 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

Research and information on drug use and addiction

What Parents Ask About Treatment in Virginia

Virginia programs span the full continuum of care: medical detox, residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), standard outpatient counseling, and sober living homes. Many outpatient tracks schedule sessions around school and work hours.

Virginia expanded Medicaid in 2019, and coverage for addiction care is broad, billed mostly through the state's ARTS benefit. Teens and children who don't qualify for Medicaid may be covered by FAMIS, Virginia's CHIP program. Private plans are widely accepted, and many Northern Virginia centers also take federal employee health plans. Coverage still varies by plan and county, so confirm your benefits before you schedule.

Length depends on clinical need, not a fixed calendar. Medical detox usually runs 3-7 days, residential programs 30-90 days, and outpatient care often continues for several months while a teen returns to school and daily routines.

Virginia's ARTS Medicaid benefit ranks among the country's stronger addiction benefits — 125 of the 142 programs we list accept Medicaid. 47 programs offer sliding-scale fees, adjusting the price to what a household can afford. 46 programs run age-appropriate tracks for adolescents, and 100 welcome young adults. Residential centers in the Blue Ridge and Shenandoah Valley give clients a calm, rural place to step back from daily triggers. Many programs offer telehealth video visits, which helps teens in rural counties far from a clinic.
Important Notice

This website provides general information about addiction treatment facilities. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or 911 for immediate assistance. For substance abuse help, call SAMHSA at 1-800-662-4357.

Data sourced from SAMHSA Treatment Locator, state licensing databases, and facility submissions.