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Sweeten Creek Mental Health/Wellness - Inpatient Services

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At a Glance

6 Accreditation(s)

Medication

Inpatient

Accepts Private Health Insurance

Accepts Public Health Insurance

Accreditations

The Joint Commission Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities Council on Accreditation National Committee for Quality Assurance Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program

Intentional Design for Psychiatric Stabilization

Located in Asheville, North Carolina, the center was built specifically to support people in acute mental health crises. The facility includes separate inpatient units for children, adolescents, and adults, allowing care teams to align treatment with each patient’s stage of development. Each unit features access to treatment spaces and outdoor courtyards, with naturally lit open spaces that help create a calming environment.

Creative Therapies and Spaces That Support Engagement

Therapeutic programming includes structured creative therapies such as art and music, along with journaling and group sessions. These services are delivered in dedicated expressive spaces that encourage participation and help clients reconnect emotionally. Onsite recreation areas and a gym offer physical outlets that complement therapeutic goals and reinforce daily structure.

Serving Patients Across the Lifespan

Sweeten Creek is one of the few psychiatric facilities in the region that treats both children and adults in a single, age-tailored system. Age-specific units reduce overstimulation and provide appropriate support for emotional and behavioral development. The care model is especially suited for families navigating different stages of mental health care under one coordinated setting.

Continuing Care Through Step-Down Support

In addition to inpatient services, Sweeten Creek connects patients to ongoing care through its partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs. These step-down options offer a structured bridge between inpatient treatment and life at home, helping people stay engaged with care while easing logistical barriers to follow-up, such as travel and scheduling.

Mixed Experiences with Discharge and Communication

While many reviews are positive, some patients and families have voiced concerns about premature discharges and a lack of clear follow-up planning. In certain cases, families report struggling to reach staff or advocate for more time in care. These are important considerations for those seeking a facility that prioritizes long-term coordination and family involvement.

Insurance Accepted

  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • TRICARE
  • State insurance
  • Some Private Insurance

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.

Financial Assistance

Provided Not Provided
Free
Payment assistance
Sliding fee scale

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Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Hospital inpatient
  • Hospital inpatient treatment

Treatment Approaches

  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Help with transportation
  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Family therapy
  • General health education services
  • Group therapy
  • Hepatitis education and support
  • HIV/AIDS education and support
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Overdose prevention and naloxone education

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Community outreach and support
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Hepatitis B testing
  • Hepatitis C testing
  • Intervention and education support
  • Mental health assessment
  • Mental health screening
  • Monitoring for metabolic syndrome
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Testing for HIV
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Tuberculosis screening
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Medication-Based Treatments

  • Buprenorphine (any)
  • Naltrexone (any)
  • Acamprosate (Campral)
  • Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable)
  • Buprenorphine with naloxone
  • Buprenorphine without naloxone
  • Clonidine
  • Disulfiram
  • Lofexidine
  • Medication for mental disorders
  • Medications for Hepatitis C treatment
  • Medications for HIV treatment
  • Medications for pre-exposure to prophylaxis
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Nicotine replacement
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation

Other Conditions Treated

  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Depression
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Self-harm
  • Suicidality
  • Trauma

Amenities and Experiences

Amenities

  • Basketball court
  • Fitness center
  • Dietary accommodations
  • Healthy meals

Room Amenities

  • Outdoor space
  • Shared bathroom

Activities

  • Art therapy
  • Games
  • Music therapy

Policies

  • No smoking allowed
  • No vaping allowed

Ownership Type

  • For-profit

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