Durham VA Health Care System – Raleigh III, CBOC

About Durham VA Health Care System – Raleigh III, CBOC

The Durham VA Health Care System Raleigh III CBOC Atlantic Avenue is a comprehensive center that provides a variety of services to those who have served in the military. The facility offers Dual Diagnosis, Adult program, Elderly Rehab, Military Rehab, Men’s Rehab, Women’s Rehab, Outpatient Rehab, Inpatient Rehab, Intervention Services, Aftercare Support, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Experiential Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Rational Behavior Therapy, Trauma Therapy, and more. The staff is highly trained and experienced in working with those who have served our country and they are dedicated to providing the best possible care and treatment.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Dual Diagnosis
For many people in North Carolina, dual diagnosis treatment that addresses mental health and substance use is essential to their recovery. In dual diagnosis programs, the activities, peer support, and counseling are tailored to the unique needs of those with mental health concerns. This may include additional therapy, medication, or peer support.
Adult Program
Adult program programs in North Carolina address the specific needs of this stage of life. In an adult program, the activities, peer support, and counseling are tailored to the unique needs of this age group. This may include talking about how to build a career, raise a family, and handle the many responsibilities of independent living.
Senior Rehab
Adults who are older have different needs than younger generations. A senior rehab in North Carolina can give you the tools you need to overcome addiction. In the senior program, the activities, peer support, and counseling are tailored to the unique needs of older clients. This may include pain management education, lower-impact exercise, and outings that are accessible to those with mobility challenges.
Military Rehab
A military rehab in North Carolina can address issues unique to service members and veterans, allowing you to create a better life for yourself. In a military program, the activities, peer support, and counseling are tailored to the unique needs of service members and veterans. This may include trauma-informed care, treatment for PTSD, stress management, and more.
Men's Rehab
A men’s rehab in North Carolina can provide every level of care while addressing the unique needs of men. In a men’s program, the activities, peer support, and counseling are tailored to the unique needs of men. This may include talking about career development, fatherhood, communication strategies, and more.
Women's Rehab
Choosing a women’s rehab in North Carolina can be a great way to manage gender-specific issues while also addressing substance use. In a women’s program, the activities, peer support, and counseling are tailored to the unique needs women have. This may include talking about building a career, motherhood, relationship safety, and more.
PTSD Clinical Team
The Raleigh III VA Clinic’s PTSD Clinical Team offers evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure, supporting Veterans whose trauma symptoms often co-occur with substance use disorders.
Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Outpatient SUD treatment at this Durham VA Health Care System location addresses alcohol, opioid, stimulant, and sedative use, combining counseling with recovery support services for Veterans in the Raleigh area.
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Veterans at the Raleigh clinic can access medication options for opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder, integrated with counseling as part of a comprehensive substance use recovery plan.
Military Sexual Trauma Care
The clinic provides free treatment for physical or mental health conditions related to military sexual trauma, available to Veterans of all genders through the Durham VA Health Care System.
Suicide Prevention Services
Trained responders at the Raleigh III VA Clinic offer confidential same-day crisis support for Veterans experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional crises, connecting them to appropriate mental health and SUD care.
Co-Occurring Disorder Care
Integrated treatment for Veterans with both mental health conditions and substance use disorders is offered at this Raleigh, North Carolina clinic, combining PTSD, depression, and anxiety care with SUD counseling.

Insurance Coverage

Medicaid
How do you pay for rehab in North Carolina? If you qualify, a good option is Medicaid. You’ll need to choose a program that accepts Medicaid as payment, and you can access multiple levels of care, including detox, inpatient, and outpatient treatment.
Private insurance
If you’re looking for ways to pay for rehab in North Carolina, consider using private insurance. Insurance plans can pay some or all of the costs of rehab. Each plan has different coverage details, and you’ll pay less if you choose a treatment center in the plan’s network. Contact the insurer to find out more information.
Self-pay options
In North Carolina, one option to pay for substance use treatment is self-pay, also known as private pay. You can use a medical loan, write a check, or send money to the center electronically. Check on the fee structure, which can vary depending on the type of care.
Medicare
When you’re planning to use Medicare to pay for rehab in North Carolina, there are a few details to keep in mind. You’ll want to find out what treatment centers accept your plan and get the details on what out-of-pocket costs you might have, such as deductibles and copays.
Military insurance
Paying for rehab in North Carolina can be done in multiple ways, including using military insurance. Plans vary, so contact the insurer to find out what treatment centers are in your plan’s network and to learn coverage details.
Financial aid
Paying for rehab in North Carolina can be done in multiple ways, including using financial aid programs if you qualify. Community groups or non-profits in your area may offer assistance, or you might find a treatment program that has grants or scholarships.

Levels of Care

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Inpatient Rehab
If you’re starting out on your recovery journey, inpatient treatment can give you the focused, supportive environment you need to build a solid foundation. Inpatient care doesn’t just involve therapy, you also enjoy activities and outings, and many programs have holistic treatment like yoga, mindfulness, and more.
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Outpatient Rehab
Durham VA Health Care System’s Raleigh III clinic delivers outpatient substance use disorder counseling and recovery support services, along with mental health care, telehealth appointments, and same-day crisis help for enrolled Veterans.
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Aftercare Support
Aftercare in North Carolina will help you connect with resources and support from others so you can encourage each other over the long term. A strong aftercare program can include ongoing counseling, education and employment support, housing services, and connections to community resources.
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Intervention Services
If your loved one is struggling with addiction in North Carolina, intervention services can help them decide to get help. Your family can get pre-intervention counseling, help with the event itself, and support in helping your loved one find and complete a high-quality rehab program.

Therapies

Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Receiving cognitive behavioral therapy in North Carolina helps you identify your automatic interpretations of situations and how that impacts your behavior. CBT can help you identify and challenge maladaptive thoughts, calm your mind, and face your fears rationally.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Receiving dialectical behavioral therapy in North Carolina helps you identify your strengths and learn how to create a better life for yourself. DBT can help you replace problem behaviors with skills that give you a healthier way to manage stress and handle substance use triggers.
Experiential Therapy
Experiential therapy allows you to use activities such as art and music to express your emotions and work through trauma. Substance use treatment includes detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, and experiential therapy may be a part of each of these stages. The goal is to help clients work through their emotions using healthy strategies instead of substance use.
Family Therapy
If you struggle with addiction in North Carolina, it’s common to have broken and dysfunctional family relationships. Family therapy can help you address those issues and find support from your loved ones. Family therapy is a common part of both inpatient and outpatient substance use treatment and may be used to help address trauma, build better relationships, and help loved ones become part of your support network.
Group Therapy
Group therapy sessions are offered through the clinic’s outpatient mental health services, helping Veterans in Raleigh build coping skills and peer support during substance use recovery and mental health treatment.
Individual Therapy
The Raleigh Atlantic Avenue VA Clinic provides individual outpatient therapy for Veterans facing substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
Rational Behavioral Therapy
Rational behavior therapy in North Carolina involves being aware of how your beliefs are connected to your feelings and behavior. RBT can help you identify and challenge maladaptive beliefs, reframe them, and face triggering events rationally.
Trauma Therapy
When you’ve experienced trauma, it’s natural to try to protect yourself from further harm. Trauma-informed therapy in North Carolina can help you see how substance use is connected to your past experiences and how you can learn to care for yourself in healthier ways. Substance use and trauma are interrelated, and trauma-informed therapy involves working with the therapist and your support network to create healthy coping skills, become empowered, and improve resilience.
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
The Raleigh III VA Clinic offers Cognitive Processing Therapy for Veterans with PTSD as part of the Durham VA Health Care System’s PTSD Clinical Team services, addressing trauma alongside co-occurring substance use concerns.
Prolonged Exposure (PE)
Prolonged Exposure therapy is available to Veterans at the Raleigh clinic for PTSD treatment, delivered by the Durham VA Health Care System’s mental health providers as an evidence-based option for trauma recovery.