How many substance abuse resources are in Tennessee?

Women's Corner tracks 18 substance abuse resources for women in Tennessee.

Are substance abuse resources in Tennessee free?

13 of the 18 listed substance abuse resources in Tennessee are explicitly free or low-cost.

Which cities in Tennessee have substance abuse resources?

Listings span cities including Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, Silver Point, Chattanooga.

What are some examples of substance abuse resources in Tennessee?

Featured entries include Tennessee REDLINE, Thistle Farms Recovery Program, The Next Door - Women's Recovery, Helen Ross McNabb Center - Women's Recovery, Centerstone - Women's Substance Abuse Services.

Do these listings include phone numbers?

9 of 18 Tennessee substance abuse listings include phone numbers.

Where do I start if I want help with addiction?

Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) — free, confidential, 24/7. They connect you to local treatment, support groups, and women-specific programs. FindTreatment.gov lets you search by location, payment, and women's services. Medicaid covers treatment in every state under the Mental Health Parity Act.

Will I lose my kids if I go to treatment?

Voluntarily seeking treatment is almost always viewed favorably by family court and CPS — it shows responsibility. Many states have women-and-children residential treatment programs where your kids stay with you during recovery (search SAMHSA's directory for 'residential treatment for women with children'). Hiding addiction is far more dangerous to custody than addressing it.

Are there women-only treatment programs?

Yes — research shows women have better outcomes in gender-specific treatment because programs address trauma, parenting, pregnancy, and DV that fuel addiction differently for women. SAMHSA's directory filters by 'programs for women' and 'pregnant/postpartum women.' Most include childcare or family housing.

What about pregnancy and addiction?

Call 1-800-662-HELP immediately — they prioritize pregnant women for treatment, and federal law requires treatment programs to admit pregnant women on the same day or refer immediately. Medication-assisted treatment (methadone, buprenorphine) is safer for the baby than untreated addiction or withdrawal. Most states have laws protecting pregnant women seeking treatment from prosecution.

Best Substance Abuse in Tennessee — 18 resources

About Substance Abuse for Women

Substance use treatment in the US is delivered through state-licensed providers, mutual-aid programs (AA, NA, SMART Recovery, Women for Sobriety), hospital detox, methadone clinics, and sober living. SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP) and findtreatment.gov locate local programs 24/7. For pregnant and parenting women, federally funded Pregnant and Postpartum Women (PPW) programs provide specialized residential and outpatient care that allows children on-site. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is the standard for opioid use disorder, and family drug courts offer treatment-based alternatives to losing custody. This directory aggregates each state's single state agency for SUD, women-specific treatment, MAT providers, and recovery meetings.

Substance Abuse in Tennessee

Tennessee circuit and chancery courts hear family matters in each of its 31 judicial districts, with some counties operating juvenile courts for unmarried-parent custody. Tennessee Child Support Services operates under DHS. Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, and Chattanooga are the major metros. Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee, Memphis Area Legal Services, and the Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence serve women.

18 Resources

1. Tennessee REDLINE — Free

Statewide substance abuse referral hotline connecting women with treatment resources. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Most programs offer sliding-scale fees, Medicaid acceptance, or free assessment intakes. Available 24/7.

800-889-9789 · 500 Deaderick St, Nashville, TN 37243 · 24/7 · Visit Website

2. Thistle Farms Recovery Program — Free

Two-year residential recovery program for women survivors of trafficking and addiction in Nashville. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Most programs offer sliding-scale fees, Medicaid acceptance, or free assessment intakes. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

615-298-1140 · 5122 Charlotte Ave, Nashville, TN 37209 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website

3. The Next Door - Women's Recovery — Free

Residential and outpatient substance abuse treatment exclusively for women in recovery in Nashville. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Most programs offer sliding-scale fees, Medicaid acceptance, or free assessment intakes. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

615-251-8805 · 402 22nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

4. Helen Ross McNabb Center - Women's Recovery

Gender-specific substance abuse treatment for women in recovery in Knoxville. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Most programs offer sliding-scale fees, Medicaid acceptance, or free assessment intakes. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

865-637-9711 · 201 W Springdale Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

5. Centerstone - Women's Substance Abuse Services

Outpatient and residential addiction treatment with women-specific programming in Nashville. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Most programs offer sliding-scale fees, Medicaid acceptance, or free assessment intakes. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

888-291-4357 · 44 Vantage Way Suite 220, Nashville, TN 37228 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

6. Memphis Recovery Centers

Substance abuse treatment and recovery services for women in recovery in Memphis. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Most programs offer sliding-scale fees, Medicaid acceptance, or free assessment intakes. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

901-272-7751 · 1172 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38105 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

7. Renewal House - Nashville — Free

Residential treatment for women with substance abuse who have young children in Nashville. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Most programs offer sliding-scale fees, Medicaid acceptance, or free assessment intakes. Open Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm.

615-255-7213 · 615 Woodland St, Nashville, TN 37206 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website

8. Buffalo Valley Inc - Women's Program

Residential and outpatient recovery services for women in recovery in Silver Point. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Most programs offer sliding-scale fees, Medicaid acceptance, or free assessment intakes. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm.

931-858-2211 · 132 Buffalo Valley Rd, Silver Point, TN 38582 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website

9. Volunteer Behavioral Health - Women's Recovery

Addiction counseling and recovery support for women in recovery in Chattanooga. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Most programs offer sliding-scale fees, Medicaid acceptance, or free assessment intakes. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

423-634-8884 · 801 Pine St, Chattanooga, TN 37402 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

10. SAMHSA Treatment Locator — Free

Free 24/7 confidential treatment referral and information service for mental health and substance use disorders. Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) in English or Spanish for referrals to local treatment facilities and support groups. No insurance required and calls are fully confidential.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

11. Alcoholics Anonymous — Free

AA — free worldwide fellowship for those struggling with alcohol. Find a meeting near you for women in recovery. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Available online 24/7 at aa.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

12. Narcotics Anonymous — Free

NA — free fellowship for those recovering from drug addiction. Worldwide meeting locator for women in recovery. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Available online 24/7 at na.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

13. SMART Recovery — Free

Self-Management and Recovery Training — science-based addiction recovery support groups and online meetings for women in recovery. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Available online 24/7 at smartrecovery.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

14. Women for Sobriety — Free

Recovery program designed by and for women dealing with substance use, with online and in-person groups. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Available online 24/7 at womenforsobriety.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

15. Al-Anon Family Groups — Free

Free fellowship for families and friends of alcoholics. Find a meeting near you for women in recovery. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Available online 24/7 at al-anon.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

16. Nar-Anon — Free

Free fellowship for those affected by someone else's drug use. Worldwide meeting directory for women in recovery. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Available online 24/7 at nar-anon.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

17. Shatterproof — Free

Reversing the addiction crisis through advocacy, science-based treatment, and family support for women in recovery. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Available online 24/7 at shatterproof.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

18. Faces & Voices of Recovery — Free

Organizing the recovery community to advocate for policy and reduce stigma for women in recovery. Services include assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and recovery support. Available online 24/7 at facesandvoicesofrecovery.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

Frequently Asked

How many substance abuse resources are in Tennessee?: Women's Corner tracks 18 substance abuse resources for women in Tennessee.
Are substance abuse resources in Tennessee free?: 13 of the 18 listed substance abuse resources in Tennessee are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in Tennessee have substance abuse resources?: Listings span cities including Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, Silver Point, Chattanooga.
What are some examples of substance abuse resources in Tennessee?: Featured entries include Tennessee REDLINE, Thistle Farms Recovery Program, The Next Door - Women's Recovery, Helen Ross McNabb Center - Women's Recovery, Centerstone - Women's Substance Abuse Services.
Do these listings include phone numbers?: 9 of 18 Tennessee substance abuse listings include phone numbers.
Where do I start if I want help with addiction?: Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) — free, confidential, 24/7. They connect you to local treatment, support groups, and women-specific programs. FindTreatment.gov lets you search by location, payment, and women's services. Medicaid covers treatment in every state under the Mental Health Parity Act.
Will I lose my kids if I go to treatment?: Voluntarily seeking treatment is almost always viewed favorably by family court and CPS — it shows responsibility. Many states have women-and-children residential treatment programs where your kids stay with you during recovery (search SAMHSA's directory for 'residential treatment for women with children'). Hiding addiction is far more dangerous to custody than addressing it.
Are there women-only treatment programs?: Yes — research shows women have better outcomes in gender-specific treatment because programs address trauma, parenting, pregnancy, and DV that fuel addiction differently for women. SAMHSA's directory filters by 'programs for women' and 'pregnant/postpartum women.' Most include childcare or family housing.
What about pregnancy and addiction?: Call 1-800-662-HELP immediately — they prioritize pregnant women for treatment, and federal law requires treatment programs to admit pregnant women on the same day or refer immediately. Medication-assisted treatment (methadone, buprenorphine) is safer for the baby than untreated addiction or withdrawal. Most states have laws protecting pregnant women seeking treatment from prosecution.