800-671-4304Alexandria VA Medical Center Chemical Dependency Program
About Alexandria VA Medical Center Chemical Dependency Program
Alexandria VA Medical Center Chemical Dependency Program is a substance use treatment provider in Pineville, Louisiana that serves veterans and active duty service members throughout central Louisiana. The program offers medical detox, inpatient and partial hospitalization programs, and outpatient counseling.
Detox for SUD and MAT for Opioid Use Disorder
The Chemical Dependency Program provides medical detox for substance use disorders with 24 hour nursing care, inpatient and partial hospitalization programs, and outpatient services including individual, group, and family counseling.
Medication assisted treatment with methadone and buprenorphine is available for opioid use disorder, alongside evidence based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
Co-occurring Disorder Treatment for Military
This program exclusively serves U.S. military veterans, active duty service members, and eligible dependents. Specialized care is available for veterans with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders including PTSD, depression, trauma, and military sexual trauma.
Healing in a Community that Understands
The Chemical Dependency Program is located in the Alexandria VA Medical Center campus approximately 9 miles from Alexandria in central Louisiana near the Red River.
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Kimberly Hawkins holds a Masters degree in Computing and Information Sciences from East Tennessee State University. She is also a freelance writer specializing in content related to mental health, addiction recovery, and overall wellness. On Valentine’s Day of 2024, Kimberly’s only sibling passed away of an accidental drug overdose. Since then, Kimberly has become a passionate advocate for addiction recovery awareness and support.
