- 3455 Harris Road , Waycross, Georgia 31503
- Alcoholism
- Drug Addiction
- Opioid Addiction
- Substance Abuse
Saint Illa Center operates as part of Unison Behavioral Health’s network in Waycross, GA, extending comprehensive mental health and substance abuse services throughout southeast Georgia. Located on Harris Road, this facility represents Unison’s commitment to serving rural communities that often face limited access to behavioral health resources.
The center operates under a client-centered philosophy that recognizes each person’s unique strengths, needs, and circumstances. Their approach emphasizes accessibility and cost-effectiveness, ensuring that financial barriers don’t prevent individuals from receiving necessary care. With accreditation from both SAMHSA and the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), the facility maintains rigorous standards for service delivery and client outcomes.
As part of Unison Behavioral Health’s broader mission, Saint Illa Center serves residents across eight counties in southeast Georgia, including Atkinson, Bacon, Brantley, Charlton, Clinch, Coffee, Pierce, and Ware Counties, filling a critical gap in rural behavioral health services.
Comprehensive Treatment Programs and Therapeutic Approaches
Saint Illa Center provides comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment through an individualized approach that considers each client’s personal strengths and preferences. Their treatment model focuses on empowerment, helping clients develop the tools and strategies needed for long-term recovery and mental wellness.
- Individual counseling sessions tailored to address specific mental health conditions and substance use concerns
- Group therapy programs that provide peer support and shared learning experiences
- Mental health assessment and evaluation to determine appropriate treatment planning and care coordination
- Substance abuse counseling using evidence-based approaches for addiction recovery
- Crisis intervention services for individuals experiencing acute mental health episodes
- Outpatient treatment programs designed to support clients while maintaining their community connections
- Care coordination services to connect clients with additional community resources and support systems
Eight-County Service Area and Payment Flexibility
Saint Illa Center specifically serves residents throughout an eight-county region in southeast Georgia, addressing the unique challenges faced by rural communities in accessing quality behavioral health care. Their service area includes individuals dealing with mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and developmental disabilities who might otherwise travel significant distances for treatment.
The facility accepts various payment options including Medicaid, Medicare, cash payments, and offers a sliding fee scale to ensure services remain accessible regardless of financial circumstances. This flexible approach reflects their understanding that rural communities often face economic challenges that can create additional barriers to receiving necessary care.
