Chrysalis Center

Family-Centered Treatment

• One of the few programs in South Carolina that allows mothers to undergo treatment while keeping their children with them.
• On-site licensed therapeutic daycare for children under 5.

Comprehensive & Trauma-Informed Care

• Full range of treatment, including trauma-informed care, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), and group & individual counseling.
• Partnership with Ohio Valley Physicians Group for medical and psychiatric care, including assessments for psychotropic medications.

Safe & Supportive Residential Setting

• Private rooms for each family, each with its own bathroom.
• Structured programs including life skills training, parenting classes, and substance abuse counseling.

Amenities & Experience

Housing & Privacy:

• Private rooms for each mother and child(ren).

Childcare & Education:

• On-site licensed therapeutic daycare for children under 5.
• School-age children (5+) attend a local public school.

Family Visitation:

• Allowed every other Sunday after the first two weeks; no visitation on the fifth Sunday of the month.

Communication:

• Two personal phone calls allowed per week after the first two weeks.

Daily Living & Responsibilities:

• Residents assist with meal preparation, weekly chores, and community responsibilities.
• Women babysit for each other when daycare is closed unless medically excused.

Additional Amenities:

• Fitness room available for resident use.
• Library on-site for reading and study.

Treatments Offered

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Treatment:

• Individual and group therapy.
• Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) focusing on safety, trust, choice, collaboration, and empowerment.
• Parenting classes & life skills training.
• Crisis counseling and peer support.

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT):

• Suboxone, Subutex, and Vivitrol for opioid use disorder.

Opioid Education & Narcan Distribution:

• Education on opioid overdose prevention.
• Assistance with obtaining Narcan for those without Medicaid/private insurance.

Medical & Psychiatric Services:

• On-site access to medical assessments and psychotropic medication management.

Target Audience

• Women diagnosed with severe substance use disorders.
• Pregnant women or mothers with children up to age 10.
• Must complete medical detox before admission (if needed).

Key Staff & Medical Partnerships

• Primary Medical Provider: Ohio Valley Physicians Group (also known as South Carolina Primary Care).
• Specialists On-Site:
  • Physicians providing MAT and psychotropic medication assessments.
  • Licensed therapists for individual and group counseling.
  • Peer Support Specialists who are in long-term recovery.