A Full Continuum of Care
The Serenity Center provides a seamless continuum of care to support clients at every stage of their recovery. From medically supervised detox to flexible outpatient services, each program is rooted in 12-Step principles to guide individuals toward sustainable, long-term sobriety.
Program Length: 3-7 Days
The first step for many, our detox program offers 24/7 medical supervision to manage withdrawal symptoms safely and comfortably. This crucial phase stabilizes the client physically, preparing them for the therapeutic work of residential treatment.
Typical Stay: 28 Days
In the residential program, clients live on-site and engage in a highly structured, gender-specific schedule of individual and group therapies. This supportive, substance-free environment allows clients to focus entirely on working the 12 Steps and developing recovery skills.
Schedule: 30 Sessions
IOP provides a step-down level of care where clients attend therapy for several hours a day while living at home or in a sober living environment. This program is ideal for practicing recovery skills while managing work, school, or family responsibilities. Transportation may be provided.
Environment & Accommodations
The Serenity Center is a clinical facility located in Baton Rouge, LA, designed to provide a structured and safe environment for recovery. The facility has a total capacity of 30 clients, divided into separate wings for men and women to ensure gender-specific care. This setup fosters a focused atmosphere where clients can heal without distraction. Accommodations are dorm-style, with clients sharing rooms and bathrooms, promoting peer accountability and community.
Clients reside in a clinical facility with dorm-like accommodations and shared common areas for dining and therapy.
Each client shares a room with 1 to 3 roommates. Bathrooms are also shared among roommates or the wing.
The facility is separated into distinct wings for male and female clients, who do not interact during treatment.
Policies & Rules
The facility is not physically locked down. However, clients are not permitted to leave, and doing so will result in immediate discharge.
Medication-Assisted Treatment is permitted. The facility uses Suboxone as part of its treatment protocol for opioid use disorder.
To accommodate client needs, smoking and vaping are permitted in specially designated outdoor areas on campus.
All personal electronics (phones, laptops, etc.) are strictly prohibited and are locked away upon admission for the duration of the stay.
Clients must wait 5 days before they are permitted to use the facility phone for approved calls during scheduled times.
General visitation is not permitted. Family involvement is facilitated through scheduled family therapy sessions with a clinician.
Program & Treatment
Learn about the program structure, therapy types, and treatment model.
The Serenity Center avoids a "conveyor belt recovery" model by using a customizable approach for each client. The program is accredited with Recovery Dynamics® and treats each person as a unique individual with different goals and needs, all within a structured 12-Step framework.
We provide a full continuum of care for substance use, including Medical Detoxification, a 28-day Residential (Inpatient) Treatment program, and an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP).
Yes, we treat co-occurring mental disorders. Our on-staff medical doctor, prescribing psychologist, and nurse practitioners work together to create an integrated treatment plan that addresses both substance use and mental health conditions simultaneously.
Our therapeutic approach includes Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), and Nutrition Therapy, all centered around a 12-Step and Recovery Dynamics® curriculum.
Yes, the 12-Steps are the foundation of our program. We also teach the accredited Recovery Dynamics® model to guide clients through the steps in a structured and educational manner.
The program is not based on a specific religion. It follows a 12-Step spiritual model, which encourages clients to connect with a Higher Power of their own understanding, making it accessible to individuals of all beliefs.
Cost & Admission
Find answers about costs, insurance, and what's required for admission.
Self-pay estimates are: Detox (~$3,500), 28-Day Residential ($12,000), and IOP ($4,320 for 30 sessions). Costs vary based on insurance. Please call for an exact quote.
Yes, we accept many major insurance plans, including Medicaid and Tricare. Call our admissions team for a free and confidential benefits verification.
Yes, we provide 24/7 medically supervised detoxification on-site to ensure a safe and comfortable start to recovery.
Yes, Suboxone is permitted as part of our Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program for individuals with opioid use disorder, as deemed clinically appropriate by our medical team.
Daily Life & Rules
Details on living arrangements, what to bring, and facility policies.
Our core residential program has a typical length of stay of 28 days. Detox duration varies from 3-7 days based on individual needs.
The living quarters are dorm-style. All rooms are shared with 1 to 3 roommates, and bathrooms are also shared. Private rooms are not available, as the shared living arrangement is part of the therapeutic community model.
No, it is not a physically locked facility. Clients could theoretically walk off campus, but doing so is considered leaving Against Medical Advice (AMA) and results in immediate discharge from the program.
Yes, smoking and vaping are permitted in designated outdoor areas. No, personal electronics of any kind are not allowed. All devices are locked up upon admission and are not accessible during your stay.
Bring: A week's worth of appropriate clothing (see dress code), personal ID and insurance card, current prescriptions, basic alcohol-free toiletries, and cigarettes if needed.
Leave at home: All electronics, makeup, over-the-counter medications, expensive jewelry, and any clothing that references drugs, alcohol, or violence.
Support, Staff & Community
Information on the care team, family involvement, and peer environment.
Care is provided by a multidisciplinary team that includes a Medical Doctor (MD), a psychologist who can prescribe medication, Nurse Practitioners (NPs), and licensed counselors.
The program is co-ed for adults (18+), with a capacity of about 15-30 people. However, men and women are housed in separate wings and participate in separate therapy groups, creating a gender-specific treatment experience.
Family involvement is facilitated through scheduled family therapy sessions with a clinician. Casual visitation from family and friends is not permitted in order to maintain a structured and focused treatment environment for all clients.
After completing residential treatment, clients can step down to our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for continued support. For clients living in a third-party sober living home, we can also provide transportation to our IOP facility.
Payment & Cost Information
Insurance Accepted
The Serenity Center is dedicated to making treatment accessible and accepts most major private insurance plans, as well as Medicaid and Tricare. Contact admissions for a free benefits check.
Self-Pay Estimates
For clients paying out-of-pocket, these are estimates. Programs are typically billed separately. Please call to confirm exact pricing.
- Detox:~$3,500
- Residential (28 Days):$12,000
- IOP (30 Sessions):$4,320
Accepted Insurance May Include:
This is a partial list. The best way to confirm coverage is to contact their admissions team.
Medicaid
Tricare
United Healthcare
Humana
Cigna
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
And Many More
