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Pasadena Villa - Smoky Mountain Lodge

Mental Health
Residential
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Set in the mountains of East Tennessee near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Pasadena Villa Smoky Mountain Lodge provides 24-hour structured residential care and day treatment for adults. The nature-based campus features scenic mountain views where clients manage complex mental health conditions, including anxiety, trauma, and autism spectrum disorder. This environment enables individuals to focus entirely on building vital daily habits and independent living skills.

Practice Skills For Daily Life

The staff uses a proprietary Social Integration Model to blend clinical treatment with real-time social practice, guiding clients as they apply skills in real-life situations. Through cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), clients learn to reframe negative thoughts, regulate intense emotions, clarify personal values, and build practical coping skills for daily life.

Recharge with a Mountain Backdrop

The mountain lodge provides on-site housing for both residential and day treatment clients to ensure a safe, structured environment. Set against the backdrop of the mountains, the campus features outdoor walking trails, sweeping views, and a courtyard. Indoors, residents have access to a fully equipped gym and a dedicated art room for recreation and creative expression.

Build Support for the Future

After completing treatment, clients join an active alumni program to stay connected to the recovery community. The team hosts weekly support groups and provides ongoing resources, peer support, and family programming to maintain long-term well-being. This ongoing connection allows individuals to navigate life after discharge alongside a dedicated network.


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Highlights from the Center

  • Joint Commission Accredited

  • Therapeutic Location

  • Certified Professionals

  • Mental Health Disorder Treatment

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
3889 Wonderland Ln., Sevierville, TN 37862 View Map
Primary Focus
This center treats mental health conditions and co-occurring substance u...
Accreditation
Joint Commission
Typical Program Length
30+ days
Founded in 2009
17 years in business
Occupancy
50+ beds
Conditions We Treat
ADHD, ADD, Anger, Anxiety, Bipolar +14 More
Substance Use We Treat
Co-Occurring Disorders, Drug Addiction, Synthetic Drugs
Testimonial
Pasadena Valley saved my life. Before coming here, I lacked the ability to find structure or routine in my life while dealing with mental illness. Pasadena Villa taught me how to appreciate and find joy in life again. I would highly recommend this facility to anyone seeking balance and tranquility into their life. Mental illness does not define you!
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How to pay

Insurance Accepted

BlueCross BlueShield
Aetna
Cigna
Optum
Carelon Behavioral Health
Provider's Policy: Pasadena Villa accepts a variety of in-network insurance plans, including BlueCross BlueShield, Beacon, Aetna, Cigna, Optum, Quest, and VA CCN. Pasadena Villa also provides private pay options, and partners with select insurance companies on an out-of-network basis to help reduce treatment costs and maximize benefits.
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Private Pay Option

Cash Pay Rates

If you are not using insurance, the pricing listed below is an estimate of the cash pay rate.
30+ days
$30,000+/month
(833) 934-2578
Apply Growth Through Social Integration
Apply Growth Through Social Integration
During everyday interactions, therapists observe how clients communicate, respond to stress, navigate relationships, and practice independence in real-world situations. Staff provide immediate coaching, helping clients pause, adjust, and apply treatment concepts in the moment so social and life skills strengthen beyond the therapy room.
Restore Balance in Nature
Restore Balance in Nature
Sitting just outside Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the lodge provides ample opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. The facility offers numerous recreational therapy options, including hiking. Residents also have weekly access to The Stables, Pasadena Villa’s sister facility, to participate in equine therapy and other animal-assisted activities.
Rebuild Trust With Family
Rebuild Trust With Family
Families can participate in education and support designed to improve communication, strengthen boundaries, and better understand the client’s care. This involvement helps loved ones become a more effective support system as clients practice new skills during treatment and prepare for life after discharge.
Live On-Site While Stepping Down
Live On-Site While Stepping Down
The partial hospitalization program (PHP) offers daytime treatment alongside an option to live on campus in mountain cabins. Clients participate in therapy and education sessions during the day, with access to on-call staff overnight. This setup serves as a step-down option to help individuals safely practice independent living and real-world social skills.

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Joint Commission Accredited

Joint Commission Accredited

Licensed by Tennessee

Licensed by Tennessee

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Staff

Meet Your Care Team

Dr. John Kupfner

Dr. John Kupfner

Medical Director

MD

Brenda Keller

Brenda Keller

CEO

LPC

Maddison Park

Maddison Park

Director of Clinical Services

MSW, LMSW

Doug Bates

Doug Bates

Clinical Services Director

LCSW, LIAC, ACHPSW, CAGCS, CCTP, APHSWC, FT, CDBT

Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Schizophrenia
Anxiety
Bipolar
Depression
Trauma

Who We Treat

Men
Women
LGBTQ+
Men and Women
Mild Disabilities

Treatment Services

Day Treatment
Licensed Primary Mental Health
Residential

Approaches

Evidence-Based
Family Involvement
Individual Treatment
Therapeutic Community

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Adventure Therapy
Animal Therapy
Art Therapy
Attachment-Based Family Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Equine Therapy

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

ADHD, ADD
Anger
Anxiety
Bipolar
Burnout
Codependency
Depression
Grief and Loss
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Substances We Treat

Co-Occurring Disorders
Drug Addiction
Synthetic Drugs

Aftercare

Relapse Prevention Planning
Aftercare App
Return Visits
Ability to Call a Counselor
Alumni Events & Get-Togethers
Follow-up Sessions (in-person)
Outpatient Treatment
Alumni Reunions
Private, Online Alumni Groups
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Personal Amenities

Air-Conditioned Rooms
En Suite Bathroom
Shared Bathroom
Welcome Package

Amenities

Access to Nature
Airport Transfers
Fitness Center
Gardens
Gourmet Dining
Internet
Chef-prepared Meals
Outdoor Lounge
Recreation Room

Special Considerations

Dietary Accommodations
Healthy Meals are provided
LGBTQ group
Vegan
Gluten-Free
Vegetarian
Kosher

Activities

Rock Climbing
Yoga
Adventure Outings
Cooking Classes
Farming, Gardening
Games
Golf
Hiking
Physical Fitness

Off-Site Activities

Physical Fitness
Swimming
Water Activities
Alternative Meetings
AA/NA Meetings

Off-Site Amenities

Walking Trails
Access to Nature
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

While costs may vary due to program length and insurance benefits, it typically costs $30,000+/month.
The following therapies are included: mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, seeking safety and more.
Sevierville, Tennessee, United States.
Pasadena Villa accepts a variety of in-network insurance plans, including BlueCross BlueShield, Beacon, Aetna, Cigna, Optum, Quest, and VA CCN. Pasadena Villa also provides private pay options, and partners with select insurance companies on an out-of-network basis to help reduce treatment costs and maximize benefits.
The typical length is 30+ days.
Pasadena Villa - Smoky Mountain Lodge provides day treatment, licensed primary mental health and more.