The Bluffs

Substance Use
Residential
4.5
(191)
Insurance

Set along Atwood Lake in Eastern Ohio, The Bluffs provides a peaceful space to step back from life’s triggers and recover. They offer comprehensive residential care, including safe medical detox, residential treatment, and medication options. Knowing that a uniform approach doesn't work for everyone, they also run Your Six Recovery—a specialized track built specifically for veterans and first responders to heal alongside peers who share similar experiences.

Reclaim Control of One’s Life Story

The Bluffs empowers clients toward a healthier future. Meeting people wherever they are in the healing process, their approach pairs medical detox and residential treatment for addiction and co-occurring mental health concerns. It is set in a quiet lodge overlooking Atwood Lake, giving clients the space to reset. Because they treat co-occurring conditions simultaneously, they help individuals truly heal and build a practical, lasting foundation for recovery.

Step Into a Peaceful Lakefront Escape

The Bluffs is a quiet lodge tucked away in the woods over Atwood Lake. Throughout the day, people are swimming in the indoor pool, working out in the gym, going for hikes, or just relaxing in open spaces. They offer meals prepared by a chef, yoga, musical instruments, and outdoor volleyball, so clients can nurture relationships with themselves and others while doing the hard work of recovery.

Stay Grounded With a Strong Recovery Network

At The Bluffs, they offer structured peer support, ongoing check-ins, and an active alumni community, clients stay deeply connected long after leaving. They have the opportunity to attend creative recovery events, share success stories, and connect with fellow alumni, so clients have a reliable network of support and friendship after treatment. If outpatient care is needed, The Bluffs works with hundreds of community providers that offer those services.

Highlights from the Center

  • Insurance Accepted

  • Co-Occurring Disorders Treatment

  • Addiction Recovery

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
2650 Lodge Rd SW, Sherrodsville, Ohio 44675 View Map
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and co-occurring mental healt...
Accreditation
Joint Commission
Typical Program Length
28-34 Days
Founded in 2017
9 years in business
Occupancy
50+ beds
Conditions We Treat
ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression +3 More
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Benzodiazepines, Co-Occurring Disorders, Cocaine +6 More
Testimonial
This place helped me immensely. After years of hiding a drinking problem, I sought help and this is where I went. I have no complaints. The staff were great, from kitchen to front desk, to case managers and therapists, and so on. It was engaging, chill, insightful and helped me to assess my issues. Highly recommend.
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How to pay

Insurance Accepted

Accepts BlueCross BlueShield
Accepts United Healthcare
Not Accepted
Does not accept Medicaid
Not Accepted
Does not accept Medicare
Accepts Aetna
Accepts Cigna
Accepts Anthem
Accepts Tricare
Accepts Oscar
Accepts First Health
Provider's Policy: We are in-network with most major providers, including: Aetna, AultCare, Anthem BCBS, Cigna, First Health, Luminare, MedBen, Meritain, Medical Mutual of Ohio, Oscar, Tricare East, UHC, UMR, and UPMC. We do not accept Medicare or Medicaid.
Verify Insurance
Private Pay Option

Cash Pay Rates

If you are not using insurance, the pricing listed below is an estimate of the cash pay rate.
28-34 Days
$20,000-$30,000
(850) 905-0590
Educate the Family on Addiction Recovery
Educate the Family on Addiction Recovery
Family dynamics play a huge role in long-term healing from addiction. At The Bluffs, family therapy sessions bring loved ones directly into the recovery process with the guidance of a licensed therapist. These guided conversations help build a supportive environment for life after treatment. Beyond therapy, they also offer education so families learn how addiction works.
Recover with Peers Who Understand Military Service
Recover with Peers Who Understand Military Service
The Bluffs runs "Your Six Recovery" (Y6R), a dedicated program designed for veterans and first responders dealing with substance use and trauma. Clients go through treatment in a cohort model alongside other peers who understand the demands of duty. It is led by clinicians trained in military-informed care, and the program pairs PTSD therapies with a built-in community.
Choose From a Wide Range of Therapies
Choose From a Wide Range of Therapies
Everyone processes trauma and stress differently, which is why having a wide variety of therapies is important. At The Bluffs, they offer traditional therapies like CBT, but they are paired with hands-on modalities like EMDR trauma work, massage, outdoor adventure therapy, and music.
Feel Supported from Sunrise to Lights Out
Feel Supported from Sunrise to Lights Out
Clients start their days with an early breakfast, followed by a check-in before breaking into small process groups. After lunch, the afternoon shifts to practical tools, mixing group learning, adventure therapies, and one-on-one sessions. By evening, clients can unwind at the pool, play outdoor games, or hit the gym, closing out with a recovery meeting and downtime before bed.

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Joint Commission Accredited

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Licensed by Ohio

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Staff

Meet Your Care Team

James Jones

James Jones

Executive Director

Justin Crowder

Justin Crowder

Director of Business Development

Dr. Joseph Sitarik

Dr. Joseph Sitarik

Medical Director

Tila Miller

Tila Miller

Director of Nursing

Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Veterans
Benzodiazepines
Co-Occurring Disorders
Opioids
Evidence-Based
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Detox
Alcohol

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Young Adults
LGBTQ+
Men and Women
Pregnant Women
Veterans

Treatment Services

Detox
Residential

Approaches

Evidence-Based
Experiential
Holistic
Personalized Treatment

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Adventure Therapy
Art Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Experiential Therapy
Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR)
Family Therapy
Group Therapy

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

ADHD
Anxiety
Bipolar
Depression
Personality Disorders
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Trauma

Substances We Treat

Alcohol
Benzodiazepines
Co-Occurring Disorders
Cocaine
Drug Addiction
Heroin
Marijuana
Methamphetamine
Opioids

Aftercare

Outpatient Treatment
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Personal Amenities

Air-Conditioned Rooms
En Suite Bathroom
Private or Shared Rooms
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Amenities

Pool
Access to Nature
Fitness Center
Gourmet Dining
Library
Chef-prepared Meals
Outdoor Lounge
Recreation Room
Salon

Special Considerations

Gender-specific groups
Young Adults Program

Activities

Yoga
Games
Hiking
Physical Fitness
Water Activities
Waterfalls
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

While costs may vary due to program length and insurance benefits, it typically costs $20,000-$30,000.
The following therapies are included: stress management, group therapy and more.
Sherrodsville, Ohio, United States.
We are in-network with most major providers, including: Aetna, AultCare, Anthem BCBS, Cigna, First Health, Luminare, MedBen, Meritain, Medical Mutual of Ohio, Oscar, Tricare East, UHC, UMR, and UPMC. We do not accept Medicare or Medicaid.
The typical length is 28-34 Days.