Peninsula Outpatient Center Knox
About Peninsula Outpatient Center Knox
Peninsula Outpatient Center Knox is an outpatient center in Knoxville, Tennessee. They provide mental and behavioral health services for clients of all ages. Addiction treatment programs are also included among these services. Commercial insurance plans are accepted as well as military and veteran insurance options and various Medicare plans.
Behavioral Health IOP in Knoxville
With over 75 years of combined experience across its network’s various locations, this facility is well-equipped to support individuals struggling with a range of mental and behavioral health conditions through its intensive outpatient program (IOP). Clients with a dual diagnosis are also welcomed and supported here.
Individuals experiencing addiction can seek support through individual, group and family therapy sessions. Group sessions are tailored and age-specific to best support clients at their current life stage.
Therapeutic styles used here include motivational interviewing (MI), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic principles. Also woven into the treatment approach at this center are 12 Step teachings and relapse prevention methods. Support groups are also provided.
The length of the IOP here ranges from six to eight weeks, depending on individuals’ unique situations and the severity of their addictions. Treatment days last between three and four hours and include group therapy along with educational sessions.
Specialized Women’s Support
The Women in Treatment Program exists to support uninsured women aged 18-64 who struggle with substance abuse. Priority in this program is given to pregnant individuals using injectable substances and generally to women addicted to injectables.
Medication Management and MAT
Medication management services are also available. This way, clients can be evaluated and enrolled in medication assisted treatment (MAT) to help manage uncomfortable physical symptoms, like cravings and withdrawal.
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Outpatient care at Peninsula covers therapy in group, individual and family formats, plus care coordination, medication management and an outpatient pharmacy. |
The intensive outpatient team is trained to recognize and treat co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions together. |
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Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems. |
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Adults 18 and older can enter the intensive outpatient program, which meets four to five days a week. The outpatient centers also see children and adolescents. |
Alcohol detox programs offer medical support to help individuals withdraw safely from alcohol. Your care team may use medications to ease your symptoms and provide medical monitoring to address complications.
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Drug detox programs support individuals who are withdrawing from addictive substances like cocaine and heroin. Medical support helps you manage symptoms in a controlled and safe environment so you can achieve initial sobriety.
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Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills.
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Opioid detox uses medications to ease severe withdrawal symptoms. It also includes medical supervision to help you manage potential complications. These services allow you to stabilize and begin a recovery plan.
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Women In Treatment serves uninsured women ages 18 to 64 who are living with addiction. |
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support.
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Levels of Care
Outpatient care at Peninsula covers therapy in group, individual and family formats, plus care coordination, medication management and an outpatient pharmacy.
The intensive outpatient team is trained to recognize and treat co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions together.
Detox Service Setting
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems.
Programs
Adults 18 and older can enter the intensive outpatient program, which meets four to five days a week. The outpatient centers also see children and adolescents.
Women In Treatment serves uninsured women ages 18 to 64 who are living with addiction.
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FAQs
What levels of care does Peninsula Outpatient Center Knox offer?
Everything here is outpatient. The Knox center offers therapy in group, individual and family formats, along with care coordination, support groups and medication management, plus an intensive outpatient program. Staff there are trained to treat co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions together. That’s the draw for people who need co-occurring disorders care while living at home.
How often does the intensive outpatient program at Peninsula meet?
Four to five days a week. The Adult Intensive Outpatient Program is built for adults 18 and older who need more structure than traditional outpatient sessions provide. It runs at Peninsula Lighthouse.
Does the program take insurance, Medicare or TennCare?
Yes. Most commercial insurance plans are accepted, along with Medicare, TennCare and private pay. Listed plans include Aetna, BlueCross, Cigna, Humana, Multiplan and PHCS, UnitedHealthcare with some exceptions, and Optum VA CCN and TriCare through Humana. Coverage details are worth checking.
Who can get care at the outpatient centers?
Children from age 4 up, adolescents and adults. The outpatient centers serve Knox, Blount, Loudon and Sevier Counties. Within the adult programs, Women In Treatment is set up for uninsured women ages 18 to 64 who are living with addiction.