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About Lakeview Behavioral Health Hospital
Lakeview Behavioral Health offers premier inpatient treatment for adults age 18 and older who are facing severe mental health challenges or substance use disorders. Conditions treated include depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, suicidal ideation, and addictions to substances like alcohol, meth, cocaine, and opioids. Inpatient stays are typically short-term, lasting about 5 to 10 days, depending on each patient's needs and progress. During this time, patients benefit from a structured, supportive environment focused on stabilization and healing, with personalized treatment plans that may include medication management and evidence-based therapies such as group and family sessions.
For adolescents ages 13-17, Lakeview provides a specialized inpatient program designed to meet the unique emotional and developmental needs of young people. Adolescent inpatient stays also typically range from 5 to 10 days, though the length may vary based on symptom severity and treatment response. Teens receive individualized care plans that emphasize skill-building in communication, emotion regulation, and problem-solving. Family involvement is a key component, helping young patients strengthen important relationships while learning to manage their symptoms and build resilience for a healthier future.
Located near Atlanta, Georgia, Lakeview Behavioral Health offers a tranquil, lakefront setting that supports mental and emotional healing. The hospital features semi-private rooms with calming lake views, a large gym, and recreational spaces where patients can relax and build community. The environment is carefully designed to promote comfort, reflection, and well-being during treatment.
Lakeview’s expert team composed of psychiatrists, registered nurses, licensed clinical social workers, and general practitioners, collaborates to deliver compassionate, clinically excellent care. Every patient's journey is supported by a thorough discharge plan that includes personalized aftercare recommendations, helping ensure lasting progress after leaving the program. For many, this includes transitioning to a lower level of care, such as partial hospitalization (PHP) or intensive outpatient programming (IOP), to maintain momentum in their recovery.
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Insurance Accepted
Provider's Policy:Please call our admissions team for more information on insurance coverage. A knowledgeable member of our team can answer any financial questions you might have, and they can also reach out directly to your insurance carrier to verify and maximize your benefits. This service is free and puts you under no obligation to choose our programming.
Lakeview meets patients at every step of recovery through a full continuum of care, including detox, inpatient stabilization, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and telehealth services. Each program is customized to treat psychiatric disorders, addiction, and co-occurring conditions using evidence-based therapies, medication management, and multidisciplinary support.
Lakeview Behavioral Health offers specialized programs for adolescents (13–17), adults, and seniors. Teens focus on building healthy coping skills, improving family relationships, and managing school needs while addressing mental health. Adults receive targeted treatment for mental health and addiction and seniors get expert support for depression, memory issues, and age-related challenges.
Lakeview understands the urgency that often accompanies seeking mental health or addiction care. Their admissions are open 24/7, and they offer a quick, comprehensive, and patient-centered intake process. Walk-ins are welcome, which lowers the barrier for those needing immediate help without extensive delays.
For those facing serious mental health crises, including schizophrenia, severe depression, suicidal ideation, or co-occurring disorders, Lakeview provides structured inpatient care with 24/7 psychiatric oversight. Most patients stabilize within 5–10 days and can step down seamlessly into ongoing recovery programs to maintain progress and prevent relapse.
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
Teens receive the treatment they need for mental health disorders and addiction, with the added support of educational and vocational services.
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.
Veterans
Patients who completed active military duty receive specialized treatment focused on trauma, grief, loss, and finding a new work-life balance.
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a serious mental health condition that causes hallucinations, delusions, and disordered thinking.
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.
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Adolescents
Teens receive the treatment they need for mental health disorders and addiction, with the added support of educational and vocational services.
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Anxiety
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.
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Co-Occurring Disorders
A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.
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Depression
Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.
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Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.
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Trauma
Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."
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Day Treatment
In a PHP, patients live at home but follow an intensive schedule of treatment. Most programs require you to be on-site for about 40 hours per week.
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Intensive Inpatient
The highest level of care, medically managed intensive inpatient services provides 24-hour nursing and physician care.
Detox
Detox fully and safely removes toxic substances from the body, allowing the next steps in treatment to begin with a clean slate.
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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.
Licensed Primary Mental Health
Some primary care providers offer mental health diagnosis and treatment. This can prevent patients from developing more serious conditions.
Outpatient
During outpatient rehab, patients attend a structured treatment program while continuing to live at home.
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Residential
In a residential rehab program, patients live onsite, with access to daily treatment and 24-hour care. An average stay is 30-90 days.
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Evidence-Based
A combination of scientifically rooted therapies and treatments make up evidence-based care, defined by their measured and proven results.
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Personalized Treatment
The specific needs, histories, and conditions of individual patients receive personalized, highly relevant care throughout their recovery journey.
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1-on-1 Counseling
Patient and therapist meet 1-on-1 to work through difficult emotions and behavioral challenges in a personal, private setting.
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Trauma-Specific Therapy
This form of talk therapy addresses any childhood trauma at the root of a patient's current diagnosis.
Experiential Therapy
With this approach, patients heal by doing. Therapists help patients process difficult emotions to speak, using guided activities like art or dance.
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Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses group dynamics within a family system, with a focus on improving communication and interrupting unhealthy relationship patterns.
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Life Skills
Teaching life skills like cooking, cleaning, clear communication, and even basic math provides a strong foundation for continued recovery.
Motivational Interviewing
Based on the idea that motivation to change comes from within, providers use a conversational framework to discover personalized methods for change.
Recreation Therapy
In recreation therapy, recovery can be joyful. Patients practice social skills and work through emotional triggers by engaging in fun activities.
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Twelve Step Facilitation
12-Step groups offer a framework for addiction recovery. Members commit to a higher power, recognize their issues, and support each other in the healing process.
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Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a serious mental health condition that causes hallucinations, delusions, and disordered thinking.
Personality Disorders
Personality disorders destabilize the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves. If untreated, they can undermine relationships and lead to severe distress.
ADHD, ADD
ADHD is a common mental health condition caused by dopamine imbalance. Common symptoms include inattention, hyperactivitiy, and impulsivity.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.
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Bipolar
This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.
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Depression
Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
OCD is characterized by intrusive and distressing thoughts that drive repetitive behaviors. This pattern disrupts daily life and relationships.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
PTSD is a long-term mental health issue caused by a disturbing event or events. Symptoms include anxiety, dissociation, flashbacks, and intrusive thoughts.
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Self-Harm
The act of intentionally harming oneself, also called self-injury, is associated with mental health issues like depression.
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Suicidality
With suicidality, a person fantasizes about suicide, or makes a plan to carry it out. This is a serious mental health symptom.
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Trauma
Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."
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Alcohol
Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.
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Co-Occurring Disorders
A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.
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Cocaine
Cocaine is a stimulant with euphoric effects. Agitation, muscle ticks, psychosis, and heart issues are common symptoms of cocaine abuse.
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Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.
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Heroin
Heroin is a highly addictive and illegal opioid. It can cause insomnia, collapsed veins, heart issues, and additional mental health issues.
Methamphetamine
Methamphetamine, or meth, increases energy, agitation, and paranoia. Long-term use can result in severe physical and mental health issues.
Opioids
Opioids produce pain-relief and euphoria, which can lead to addiction. This class of drugs includes prescribed medication and the illegal drug heroin.
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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.
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