East Mississippi State Hospital - Substance Use Disorder Unit

Evidence-Based Matrix Model Program

• Treatment based on the Matrix Model
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Motivational Interviewing
• Psychoeducation sessions
• Focus on relapse prevention and recovery support groups

Comprehensive Aftercare and Peer Support

• Peer support specialists with long-term sobriety experience
• Aftercare planning includes follow-up appointments with mental health centers
• Resources provided for continued participation in AA/NA meetings post-discharge

Amenities, Activities & Experience

• 50-bed capacity, offering a focused environment for recovery
• Located on a 63-acre campus in Meridian, Mississippi
• Recreational therapy to support emotional and physical well-being
• 24-hour registered nursing (RN) care for continuous medical support
• Group and individual therapy, including 12-step programs, mindfulness, and motivational speakers

Target Audience

• Men aged 18+ requiring court-mandated substance use treatment
• Serves residents from 31 counties in Mississippi
• Provides structured, court-required treatment

Positive Patient Feedback

• Consistently positive ratings from residents at discharge
• Many report continued abstinence and improved quality of life in follow-up interviews

Key Staff

• Overseen by the Bradley A. Sanders Addiction Center (BASAC)
• Staff includes peer support specialists with extensive sobriety experience
• 24-hour RN care ensures safety and support throughout treatment