
Black Bear Lodge
Sautee Nacoochee, GA
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Decatur, Georgia 30033

Situated in Decatur, Georgia, Skyland Trail South Campus is affiliated with a leading nonprofit organization specializing in mental health care. The center emphasizes individualized care, creating customized, research-backed treatment plans that embrace a holistic perspective. Clients participate in educational programs about their mental health challenges and learn techniques to manage stress and reduce the risk of relapse. The facility is conveniently located near the Atlanta VA and Lullwater Preserve, approximately 8 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta, and provides residential programs for individuals from the surrounding Atlanta region. Skyland Trail collaborates with most major private insurance providers and offers financial assistance to help lower costs for qualifying families. At Skyland Trail South Campus, clients benefit from private accommodations and bathrooms. The facility boasts comfortable indoor dining and relaxation areas, well-lit communal spaces, a fitness center, gardens, and an inviting front porch. A dedicated team of licensed nurses and residential staff is available around the clock. Weekly activities encompass individual consultations with both a psychiatrist and a therapist, group therapy sessions, skills training, peer support, physical fitness activities, and expressive therapies, including art, music, and gardening. The group therapy program offers specific options for gender-focused and LGBTQ+ peer support. Much of the therapeutic work takes place at the nearby Charles B. West Campus, located just over 3 miles away. Typically, clients spend 8-12 weeks at the facility before transitioning to day treatment programs.
The center specializes in treating mental health disorders alongside concurrent substance use issues. It provides personalized, team-based care that focuses on both aspects to promote comprehensive recovery.
Skyland Trail offers rehabilitation programs that are partnered with a variety of private insurance providers. Over 35 percent of individuals benefit from financial assistance to help lower out-of-pocket expenses that insurance does not cover.
Accreditation
Joint Commission
Founded
1989
Typical Program Length
30 days
Occupancy
16-30 beds