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Skyland Trail South Campus

Decatur, GA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient PHP MAT Dual Dx
Specializes in Dual Diagnosis Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults Serious Mental Illness

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Decatur, GA · Accepts Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
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Key takeaways for Skyland Trail South Campus

  • Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx offered on-site
  • Accepts Private insurance, TRICARE / VA
  • Joint Commission accredited · SAMHSA-verified
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Decatur, GA

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About Skyland Trail South Campus

Located in Decatur, Georgia, Skyland Trail South Campus is part of a nationally recognized nonprofit mental health treatment organization. Skyland Trail treats each client as an individual and creates evidence-based, tailored treatment plans that include a holistic approach to care. In a classroom setting, they educate their clients about their mental illness and teach strategies that can be used to prevent relapse and cope with stress. Located near the Atlanta VA and Lullwater Preserve, 8 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta, Skyland South Campus offers residential treatment to clients throughout the Atlanta area. Skyland Trail is in-network with most major private insurance plans and offers financial aid to reduce private pay costs for eligible families.
At Skyland Trail South Campus, clients enjoy private rooms and bathrooms. The campus features indoor comfortable dining and lounge areas, naturally lit common spaces, a fitness center, gardens, and a beautiful front porch. Licensed nurses and residential staff are on site 24 hours a day. Each week includes individual sessions with a psychiatrist and therapist, group therapy, skills practice, peer support, personal fitness, and expressive therapies like art, music, and horticulture. Group therapy includes gender-specific and peer-led LGBTQ+ support options. Much of the treatment is held at the Charles B. West Campus, just over 3 miles away. Clients typically stay 8-12 weeks before stepping down to day treatment.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for adults. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: May 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Skyland Trail South Campus at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx

Service settings

Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment, Residential/24-hour residential

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons experiencing first-episode psychosis, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)

Medications used

Aripiprazole, Cariprazine, Clozapine, Lurasidone, Olanzapine, Paliperidone, Quetiapine, Risperidone +3 more

Recovery support services

Mentoring/peer support

Facility operation

Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

Coverage details →

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Coverage details →

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

1709 Clairmont Rd, Decatur, GA 30033

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Facility direct line

(404) 315-8333

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Skyland Trail South Campus accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (404) 315-8333 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other GA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Skyland Trail South Campus offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, PHP, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment, Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Skyland Trail South Campus have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons experiencing first-episode psychosis, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does Skyland Trail South Campus use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Skyland Trail South Campus?
Call the facility directly at (404) 315-8333 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: May 2026. Editorial policy.

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