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Substance Use Treatment · North Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston Center of Charleston County

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Address
3685 Rivers Avenue
North Charleston, South Carolina 29405
Accredited by
CARF
Available
24/7 admissions
Charleston Center of Charleston County - drug and alcohol detox center in North Charleston, SC

About

About Charleston Center of Charleston County

Charleston Center of Charleston County is a publicly operated substance use treatment facility located at 3685 Rivers Avenue in North Charleston, SC 29405. Run under Charleston County government, the center brings institutional accountability and CARF accreditation to a region where access to medically supervised detox and structured treatment can be difficult to find. It is one of the few county-administered programs in the area offering this breadth of care under one roof.

The center offers four distinct levels of care: medical detox, residential treatment, an outpatient program, and an intensive outpatient program (IOP). The Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) certification indicates a dedicated clinical framework for opioid treatment, distinguishing this facility from general outpatient-only providers. Patients who require withdrawal management can step through a continuum from medically supervised detox into residential or outpatient care without leaving the system.

Clinically, the center incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and addresses co-occurring Trauma and PTSD alongside substance use disorders. This dual focus on behavioral health and addiction treatment reflects the confirmed therapeutic approach on record. The facility operates Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM, and is closed on weekends.

Charleston Center serves a notably broad population — adolescents, pregnant women, men, women, individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, and those referred through the court system. Accepted payment includes Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and self-pay, lowering financial barriers that often delay people from entering detox programs. For residents of North Charleston and surrounding Charleston County, this center represents a credentialed, publicly accountable option for withdrawal management and ongoing treatment.

  • County-administered facility with CARF accreditation — institutional oversight not common among private detox centers
  • Certified Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) with a full continuum from medical detox through IOP
  • Accepts Medicaid and Medicare, making medically supervised detox accessible for publicly insured patients
  • Serves specialized populations including adolescents, pregnant women, court-ordered individuals, and Deaf or Hard of Hearing patients
  • Co-occurring Trauma and PTSD treatment integrated alongside substance use withdrawal management and residential care

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Conditions
Trauma / PTSD
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Populations
Adolescents Pregnant Women Men Women Deaf / Hard Of Hearing Court-Ordered
Languages
English

Location

Where it is

3685 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, South Carolina 29405 Get directions

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Medical Detox and Withdrawal Management in North Charleston

Charleston Center of Charleston County offers medical detox as the entry point for patients who need supervised withdrawal management before transitioning into longer-term treatment. As a CARF-accredited facility with an active Opioid Treatment Program certification, the center operates within a clinically defined framework that sets it apart from programs offering only outpatient counseling.

Patients who complete the detox phase have direct access to residential treatment or can step down into the intensive outpatient program, keeping care coordinated within the same county-run system. This continuity reduces gaps between withdrawal management and ongoing recovery support — a practical advantage for individuals and families navigating treatment for the first time.

Levels of Care: From Inpatient Detox to Outpatient Programs

The center's four-level structure — medical detox, residential treatment, outpatient program, and intensive outpatient program (IOP) — allows clinicians to match patients to the appropriate intensity of care. Not every person entering detox requires residential placement, and not every outpatient patient has completed a formal detox program; the range of options here accommodates both pathways.

The Opioid Treatment Program certification signals that the facility meets federal and state standards for opioid-specific treatment protocols. Combined with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and integrated Trauma and PTSD services, the clinical offerings address both the physiological and psychological dimensions of substance use disorders.

Who Charleston Center Serves

Charleston Center accepts a wider range of patients than many private detox centers in the region. Confirmed populations include adolescents, pregnant women, men, women, individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, and court-ordered participants. This breadth reflects the center's role as a public-sector resource designed to reach people who may face additional barriers to care.

On the payment side, the center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and self-pay. For families trying to get a loved one into a medically supervised detox program quickly, the Medicaid and Medicare acceptance is a significant practical factor — privately run detox facilities often do not accept government insurance at all.

CARF Accreditation and Opioid Treatment Program Certification

CARF accreditation requires facilities to meet rigorous international standards for program quality, care coordination, and patient outcomes. For someone making a same-day decision about where to enter detox, that credential signals external oversight that self-reported facility claims cannot provide.

The Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) certification is a federally regulated designation, meaning Charleston Center has met the requirements set by SAMHSA and the DEA to operate a structured opioid treatment protocol. Together, these two credentials place Charleston Center among a smaller subset of treatment facilities in South Carolina that carry both marks of clinical accountability.

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options
Medicaid Medicare Private Insurance Self-Pay / Cash
Accreditations
CARF Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Common questions

FAQs About Charleston Center of Charleston County

Does Charleston Center offer medical detox? +
Yes. Medical detox is a confirmed level of care at Charleston Center of Charleston County. Patients requiring withdrawal management can enter the detox program and transition into residential treatment or outpatient services within the same facility system. Contact the center at (843) 958-3300 for current intake information.
What levels of care are available at Charleston Center? +
The center provides four levels of care: medical detox, residential treatment, an outpatient program, and an intensive outpatient program (IOP). This continuum allows patients to receive the appropriate intensity of clinical support at each stage of treatment.
Is Charleston Center certified as an Opioid Treatment Program? +
Yes. Charleston Center holds an Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) certification, which is a federally regulated designation for facilities that provide structured opioid treatment services. This certification is separate from general addiction treatment licensure and reflects a higher level of regulatory oversight for opioid-specific care.
What insurance does Charleston Center accept? +
The center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and self-pay. The acceptance of Medicaid and Medicare makes medically supervised detox and residential treatment accessible to patients who do not have private insurance coverage.
Does Charleston Center treat co-occurring mental health conditions? +
Yes. The center confirms treatment for Trauma and PTSD alongside substance use disorders. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is among the confirmed therapeutic methods in use at the facility.
What populations does Charleston Center serve? +
Confirmed populations include adolescents, pregnant women, men, women, individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, and court-ordered participants. This range makes Charleston Center one of the more inclusive publicly run detox and treatment programs in the North Charleston area.
Is Charleston Center accredited? +
Yes. Charleston Center holds CARF accreditation, an internationally recognized standard for behavioral health and substance use treatment programs. CARF-accredited facilities undergo regular external reviews to evaluate care quality and program performance.
Where is Charleston Center located and who does it serve? +
The center is located at 3685 Rivers Avenue in North Charleston, SC 29405, and its confirmed service area is North Charleston. It is operated under Charleston County government. You can reach them at (843) 958-3300 or by email at PublicInfo@CharlestonCounty.org.
What are Charleston Center's hours of operation? +
The center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5 PM. It is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Individuals in crisis outside of business hours should contact emergency services or a 24-hour crisis line.
Can court-ordered individuals receive treatment at Charleston Center? +
Yes. Court-ordered participants are among the confirmed populations served at Charleston Center. The facility's range of levels of care — including medical detox, residential, and IOP — can accommodate various court-mandated treatment requirements.
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