Drug & Alcohol Detox Centers in Charleston, SC
Detox Local has 17 detox centers in or near Charleston, SC. Of those, 7 offer confirmed medical detox — meaning medically supervised withdrawal management on site. Other centers may provide residential treatment, outpatient programs, or intensive outpatient (IOP) services.
Browse Detox Centers in Charleston, SC
Charleston Center of Charleston Cnty
BriteLife Recovery
William J McCord Adolescent Treatment Facility
Recovery Place Inc Recovery Square
Recovery Place Community Services Substance Abuse Treatment Services
Recovery Place Inc PHP and IOP
Assisted Recovery Center of GA
Coastal Recovery Center
Bruce Hall
LRADAC Detox and Outpatient
Columbia Metro Treatment Center Metro Treatment of South Carolina LP
Morris Village
Three Rivers Behavioral Health
LRADAC Outpatient
Reliance Treatment Center Statesboro
Coastal Horizons Center Inc
Serenity Behavioral Health Systems
Murray Fork Clinic
Saint Simons by the Sea
Sandhills Behavioral Care PLLC
Extended Wellness
Wilmington Treatment Center
RHA Health Services Inc
Daymark Recovery Services Facility Based Crisis/Union County
Keystone Substance Abuse Services
Blanchard Institute
Murray Fork Clinic
Atrium Health Mercy Mercy Horizons
Preferred Treatment Center LLC
More Information About Detox in Charleston
Payment options vary by facility. Among the centers with payment information on file, accepted methods include Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and self-pay. Not all centers have reported their payment details, so it is worth contacting each one directly to confirm what they accept before making a decision.
If Charleston's current listings do not meet your needs, there are 14 nearby centers across South Carolina with additional options, including 6 with confirmed medical detox. A few of those are located just under a mile away in North Charleston.
centers in or near Charleston, SC
Detox Local lists 3 addiction treatment centers in Charleston, SC. Charleston Center of Charleston County is a CARF-accredited county facility that offers medical detox, residential treatment, outpatient programs, and intensive outpatient (IOP). It accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and self-pay. The Medical University of South Carolina IOP CDAP provides intensive outpatient services for substance use disorders at its President Street location and accepts cash payment. The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center Substance Treatment and Recovery (STAR) program serves veterans seeking substance use treatment in Charleston.
Levels of care and payment details are not fully reported for all three centers. Where information is missing, contacting the facility directly will give you the most accurate and current picture of what they offer.
Nearby centers outside Charleston
Detox Local lists 14 centers near Charleston with additional treatment options. Two centers in North Charleston - Center for Behavioral Health South Carolina Inc and Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health - are less than one mile from Charleston's city center. The Joint Commission-accredited Center for Behavioral Health South Carolina offers outpatient medication-assisted treatment with walk-in intake.
Further out, William J. McCord in Orangeburg (about 69 miles away) and Keystone Substance Abuse Services in Rock Hill (about 159 miles away) both offer confirmed medical detox, residential treatment, and outpatient care. Morris Village in Columbia and Columbia Metro Treatment Center in West Columbia also offer confirmed medical detox. Distances listed are approximate, calculated from city centers.
Choosing between levels of care
The right level of care depends on individual circumstances, including the substances involved, how long someone has been using, and any co-occurring health conditions. Medical detox addresses the physical process of withdrawal under clinical supervision and is often a starting point before moving into residential or outpatient treatment. Residential treatment provides structured, on-site support over a longer period. Outpatient and intensive outpatient programs allow people to receive treatment while continuing to live at home.
A physician or licensed counselor can help assess which level of care fits a particular situation. If you are unsure where to start, calling one of the centers and asking about their intake process is a practical first step.
Find A Detox In A City Near Charleston, SC
Answers to common questions people ask while comparing detox centers in Charleston.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many addiction treatment centers does Detox Local list in Charleston, SC?
Detox Local currently lists 3 centers in Charleston, SC. One of those centers offers confirmed medical detox. There are also 14 nearby centers outside the city.
Is medical detox available in Charleston?
Yes. One of the 3 listed Charleston centers confirms medical detox services. Additionally, 6 nearby centers outside Charleston also offer confirmed medical detox if you need more options.
What payment options are accepted at Charleston treatment centers?
Among centers that have shared payment information, accepted methods include Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and self-pay or cash. Not all 3 centers have complete payment details on file, so contacting them directly is the most reliable way to confirm.
Are there treatment options for veterans in or near Charleston?
The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center Substance Treatment and Recovery (STAR) program is one of the 3 centers in or near Charleston and serves veterans. Contact that facility directly for eligibility and enrollment details.
What should I ask when calling a treatment center?
Ask about the specific levels of care they offer, whether they accept your insurance or payment method, wait times for admission, and whether they provide medically supervised withdrawal management if that is a priority for you.

















