Dilworth Center

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Substance Use

Treatment Focus

This center treats substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Your treatment plan addresses each condition at once with personalized, compassionate care for comprehensive healing.

Outpatient

Primary Level of Care

Outpatient treatment offers flexible therapeutic and medical care without the need to stay overnight in a hospital or inpatient facility. Some centers offer intensive outpatient program (IOP), which falls between inpatient care and traditional outpatient service.

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Insurance

Provider's Policy

We're in network with most major insurance companies. We are committed to making high-quality addiction and mental health treatment more accessible. That’s why we partner with most major insurance companies—helping individuals and families use their insurance to cover rehab and therapy.

The Dilworth Center treats substance use along with the underlying emotional struggles that so often come with them, helping people rebuild their lives from the inside out. They specialize exclusively in intensive outpatient programs (IOP) for adults, young adults, and adolescents. That means every bit of their expertise and heart goes into making this level of care as effective—and life-changing—as possible.

Walk in Broken, Rebuild with Purpose

Dilworth Center’s approach to treatment is rooted in intentional rigor and deep respect for the 12-Step path. They ask clients to come ready to commit and be willing to go deep. Their groups are deliberately small so that voices can be heard and real change can begin. They lean hard into 12-Step facilitation, making it central in guiding recovery, while weaving in evidence-based therapies, relapse prevention, and mental health support.

Come for the Care, Stay for the Porch Therapy

In Charlotte’s historic Dilworth neighborhood, the Dilworth Center is a beautifully-restored 100 year old historic home, and it has a quiet charm that immediately puts people at ease. It’s close enough to the city for convenience, yet peaceful enough to feel like a getaway. Outside, the wide front porch has become a place where clients and staff gather in rocking chairs and find connection.

Keep the Spark of Recovery Alive with Aftercare

At weekly alumni meetings, there’s always laughter and honest conversation, as past clients come together to share what life in recovery really looks like. For those who crave continued growth, the center offers an advanced relapse prevention program, where small groups of just 4–5 people meet weekly for 16 sessions to work through a powerful, hands-on workbook.

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Highlights from the Center

Highlights

These highlights are provided by and paid for by the center.

  • Holistic Approach

  • Perfect for Professionals

  • Adolescents

  • 30+ Years in Business

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
2240 Park Rd., Charlotte, NC 28203 View Map
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and co-occurring mental healt...

Treatment Focus

This center treats substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Your treatment plan addresses each condition at once with personalized, compassionate care for comprehensive healing.

Accreditation
CARF

CARF Accredited

CARF stands for the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. It's an independent, non-profit organization that provides accreditation services for a variety of healthcare services. To be accredited means that the program meets their standards for quality, effectiveness, and person-centered care.

Typical Program Length
16 - 18 weeks
Founded in 1990
36 years in business
Occupancy
N/A beds
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Benzodiazepines, Co-Occurring Disorders, Cocaine +7 More
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(833) 317-1272

Testimonial
The Dilworth Center is a Charlotte staple for addiction treatment. I have had a professional working relationship with them for years and have always sensed that they work in the best interest of their clients. Thank you Dilworth Center for operating with consistent integrity!
JC
Josh Coble
How to pay

Insurance Accepted

BlueCross BlueShield
United Healthcare
Not Accepted
Not Accepted
Aetna
Cigna
Anthem
Kaiser Permanente
Highmark
GuideWell
Molina Healthcare
Provider's Policy: We're in network with most major insurance companies. We are committed to making high-quality addiction and mental health treatment more accessible. That’s why we partner with most major insurance companies—helping individuals and families use their insurance to cover rehab and therapy.
(833) 317-1272
Discover Why 80% of Clients Stay Sober for the Long Haul
Discover Why 80% of Clients Stay Sober for the Long Haul
With outcome data showing that 80% of clients maintain sobriety two years after treatment, their results speak for themselves. These numbers represent real people rebuilding their lives and restoring their families. As a member of the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP), Dilworth measures success through long-term outcomes, not just completion rates.
Find Hope in a Program That’s Stood the Test of Time
Find Hope in a Program That’s Stood the Test of Time
For more than 35 years, Dilworth Center has been a trusted name in recovery. Many of Dilworth’s clinicians have been here for decades, some since the very beginning. They’ve walked alongside thousands of individuals and families, through relapses and reunions. People come here not because it’s their first stop, but because it’s the place known in the community for helping those who are truly ready to get sober and rebuild their lives.
Heal the Heart of the Family, Not Just the Addiction
Heal the Heart of the Family, Not Just the Addiction
While clients take part in their own group sessions, families meet separately with dedicated family counselors. Through family therapy and the intensive family program, everyone learns how addiction impacts the entire system. Families are encouraged to stay involved, attend Al-Anon meetings, and lean on this supportive network whenever they need it.
Find Footing Again—In Work and in Life
Find Footing Again—In Work and in Life
The specialized programs for nurses, pilots, and other professionals are designed for people in these roles who are ready to focus on their recovery without fear of judgment. In small groups, clients learn how to find balance both in life and at work. This program helps nurses return to practice with strength, pilots meet FAA and HIMS requirements, and professionals find steady ground.

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CARF Accredited

CARF Accredited

Licensed by North Carolina

Licensed by North Carolina

NAATP Member

NAATP Member

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Staff

Meet Your Care Team

Charles Odell

Charles Odell

CEO and President

MAC, LCAS

Tammy Hanson

Tammy Hanson

Chief Operating Officer

MSW, LCSW, MAC, LCAS, CCS, CCTP, MH

Cynthia Givens

Cynthia Givens

Director of Development

JD, CFRE

Angie Leckie

Angie Leckie

Director of Finance

CPA

Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Adolescents

Adolescents

Teens receive the treatment they need for mental health disorders and addiction, with the added support of educational and vocational services.

Alcohol

Alcohol

Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.

Co-Occurring Disorders

Co-Occurring Disorders

A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.

Cocaine

Cocaine

Cocaine is a stimulant with euphoric effects. Agitation, muscle ticks, psychosis, and heart issues are common symptoms of cocaine abuse.

Drug Addiction

Drug Addiction

Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.

Executive Program

Executive Program

Addiction and mental health treatment for executives typically involves high discretion, greater technology access, and more private, 1-on-1 care.

Family Therapy

Family Therapy

Family therapy addresses group dynamics within a family system, with a focus on improving communication and interrupting unhealthy relationship patterns.

Marijuana

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Older Adults

Older Adults

Addiction and mental health treatment caters to adults 55+ and the age-specific challenges that can come with recovery, wellness, and overall happiness.

Adolescents

Adolescents

Teens receive the treatment they need for mental health disorders and addiction, with the added support of educational and vocational services.

Executives

Executives

Executive treatment programs typically directly support the needs of people who manage businesses and may provide flexible schedules and office space to allow work during treatment.

Young Adults

Young Adults

Emerging adults ages 18-25 receive treatment catered to the unique challenges of early adulthood, like college, risky behaviors, and vocational struggles.

Men and Women

Men and Women

Men and women attend treatment for addiction in a co-ed setting, going to therapy groups together to share experiences, struggles, and successes.

Midlife Adults

Midlife Adults

For adults ages 40+, treatment shifts to focus on the unique challenges, blocks, and risk factors of their age group, and unites peers in a similar community.

Mild Disabilities

Mild Disabilities

Adults with mild physical or intellectual disabilities receive treatment catered to their specific needs in a safe and clinically supportive environment.

Treatment Services

Intensive Family Program

Intensive Family Program

Some rehabs offer intensive programs for loved ones. Group and individual therapy sessions help everyone heal, and improve family dynamics.

Intensive Outpatient Program

Intensive Outpatient Program

In an IOP, patients live at home or a sober living, but attend treatment typically 9-15 hours a week. Most programs include talk therapy, support groups, and other methods.

Outpatient

Outpatient

During outpatient rehab, patients attend a structured treatment program while continuing to live at home.

Approaches

Evidence-Based

Evidence-Based

A combination of scientifically rooted therapies and treatments make up evidence-based care, defined by their measured and proven results.

Family Involvement

Family Involvement

Providers involve family in the treatment of their loved one through family therapy, visits, or both–because addiction is a family disease.

Trauma Informed
Twelve Step

Twelve Step

Incorporating spirituality, community, and responsibility, 12-Step philosophies prioritize the guidance of a Higher Power and a continuation of 12-Step practices.

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling

1-on-1 Counseling

Patient and therapist meet 1-on-1 to work through difficult emotions and behavioral challenges in a personal, private setting.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Equine Therapy

Equine Therapy

Guided interactions with trained horses, their handler, and a therapist can help patients improve their self-esteem, trust, empathy, and social skills.

Experiential Therapy

Experiential Therapy

With this approach, patients heal by doing. Therapists help patients process difficult emotions to speak, using guided activities like art or dance.

Family Therapy

Family Therapy

Family therapy addresses group dynamics within a family system, with a focus on improving communication and interrupting unhealthy relationship patterns.

Group Therapy
Introduction to the 12 Step Program
Meditation & Mindfulness

Meditation & Mindfulness

A practiced state of mind that brings patients to the present. It allows them to become fully aware of themselves, their feelings, and the present moment.

Relapse Prevention Counseling

Relapse Prevention Counseling

Relapse prevention counselors teach patients to recognize the signs of relapse and reduce their risk.

Languages

English

Substances We Treat

Alcohol

Alcohol

Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines are prescribed to treat anxiety and sleep issues. They are highly habit forming, and their abuse can cause mood changes and poor judgement.

Co-Occurring Disorders

Co-Occurring Disorders

A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.

Cocaine

Cocaine

Cocaine is a stimulant with euphoric effects. Agitation, muscle ticks, psychosis, and heart issues are common symptoms of cocaine abuse.

Drug Addiction

Drug Addiction

Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.

Marijuana
Methamphetamine

Methamphetamine

Methamphetamine, or meth, increases energy, agitation, and paranoia. Long-term use can result in severe physical and mental health issues.

Opioids

Opioids

Opioids produce pain-relief and euphoria, which can lead to addiction. This class of drugs includes prescribed medication and the illegal drug heroin.

Prescription Drugs

Prescription Drugs

It's possible to abuse any drug, even prescribed ones. If you crave a medication, or regularly take it more than directed, you may have an addiction.

Aftercare

Family Follow-up Counseling
Follow-up Sessions (online)
Recovery Retreats
Relapse Prevention Planning
Ability to Call a Counselor
Alumni Events & Get-Togethers
Alumni Reunions
Private, Online Alumni Groups
Support Meetings (on-site)
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Amenities

Access to Nature
Internet Access
Outdoor Lounge

Special Considerations

Gender-specific groups

Gender-specific groups

Patients in gender-specific groups gain the opportunity to discuss challenges unique to their gender in a comfortable, safe setting conducive to healing.

Wheelchair Accessible
Family Program
Young Adults Program

Young Adults Program

Programs for young adults bring teens 18+ together to discuss age-specific challenges, vocational and educational progress, and successes in treatment.

Executive Program

Executive Program

Addiction and mental health treatment for executives typically involves high discretion, greater technology access, and more private, 1-on-1 care.

Activities

Yoga

Yoga

Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.

AA/NA Meetings

Off-Site Activities

Sightseeing
Hiking
Fly Fishing
Adventure Outings
AA/NA Meetings
Reviews

What people are saying

4.6
Average of 106 reviews

Treatment

3.5

Accommodations

3.5

Food & Nutrition

2.5

Value

3.6

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James

Reviewed 09/19/24

5.0

Review from Rehabs.com

Dilworth Center is a wonderful place, if you actually want to get/stay sober. The counselors require a lot from you. Staying sober isn't easy. If you find them egotistical, it's because you aren't ready to do the work required. I find them caring.
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Ryan

Reviewed 05/26/21

5.0

Review from Rehabs.com

I believe Dilworth Center is one of the best, if not The Best treatment center in the NC/SC area. The staff believes in what they do and they believe in doing what is best for the patients. If Dilworth Center doesn't work for you, it has to be because you fought the program, felt you knew better or didn't want to take any accountability for your part. These are all very hard things to do, but if you do them and follow the rules set by the staff and truly want to get better, Dilworth Center is the best place to accomplish that goal!
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Anonymous

Reviewed 11/21/18

3.0

Review from Rehabs.com

Overall it was good. Held accountable for actions, including drug testing throughout. Knowledgeable staff. Group settings were not helpful for me.
S

Scott

Reviewed 01/06/17

5.0

Review from Rehabs.com

The team at Dilworth Center is amazing. The counselors are experienced and truly care about the patients. Lectures are actually entertaining and enlightening. Accountability is held up with urine screens throughout treatment. The atmosphere is inviting, relaxing, and comforting. Overall a great place to help with your recovery!
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NoGo

Reviewed 09/20/17

1.0

Review from Rehabs.com

I liked the lectures. Nice building. Counselors were egotistical. As a parent, they made me feel bad. They were argumentative to me. They were argumentative to my child. Told my child that she should not be living with us. Made my child feel worse than when she first entered this place. Expelled my child after a few weeks. Might work for some people but not for us.

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Further Research

The following therapies are included: group therapy, 1-on-1 counseling and more.
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States.
We're in network with most major insurance companies. We are committed to making high-quality addiction and mental health treatment more accessible. That’s why we partner with most major insurance companies—helping individuals and families use their insurance to cover rehab and therapy.
The typical length is 16 - 18 weeks.
Dilworth Center provides intensive family program, intensive outpatient program and more.