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local clinic’s phone number to connect with our on-call service. Dial 911 for emergencies.

Behavioral Health / Counseling

Crisis Lines: Haywood-West: 888-315-2880  |  Buncombe, Transylvania & Henderson: 888-573-1006  After-hours: 828-226-4818

We Believe Recovery Is Possible For All.

At Blue Ridge Health, we pride ourselves in providing compassionate, personalized behavioral health and counseling services to people in Western North Carolina experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges.

All clients will receive a comprehensive clinical assessment before being referred to the best resources and/or programs for their specific needs.

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40,584 Behavioral Health encounters in 2023.

Please note: Our “No-Show Policy” dictates that if you miss three appointments in a row OR three appointments within three months, you will not be scheduled for treatment without special permission from your counselor. If you do not reschedule within 60 days, you will be considered a new client. For more details, please see the front desk at any behavioral health location to obtain a complete copy of our No-Show Policy, or speak to your counselor.

Services include:

All services begin with a comprehensive clinical assessment. Clients are then referred to services appropriate for their needs.

PACE (Peers Assisting in Community Engagement): Peer support in the community to help build connections and access to resources.

PSR (Psychosocial Rehabilitation): A daily program to support recovery from mental health challenges, enhance social connections, and increase independence.

REC (Recovery Education Center): Classes in person or online focus on developing skills and knowledge to expand your personal wellness toolkit.

SAIOP (Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program): Attend groups three times per week to jump-start your long-term substance use recovery.

DVIP (Domestic Violence Intervention Program): Accountability for men who have engaged in violence – designed to promote community and victim safety by preventing violence and abuse.

Integrated Services: Focus on comprehensive health and wellness through outpatient behavioral health counseling in a primary care setting.

ACTT (Assertive Community Treatment Team): Intensive, community-based services provided by a multi-disciplinary team for people with severe and persistent mental illness.

Supported Employment: Community-based support for people who have struggled to become employed or stay employed due to mental health or substance use challenges.

TCM (Tailored Care Management): A community-based care management team that connects Medicaid Tailored Plan or Medicaid Direct recipients with resources in the community, including medical care, behavioral health, dental, food, housing, and transportation.

Services for ADULTS also include: 

  • Social Services Assessments
  • Medication Management
  • 24/7 Crisis Support
  • Intensive Substance Abuse Programs
  • Community Treatment and Recovery Support Teams
  • Suboxone and other evidence-based treatment for opioid addiction

Services for CHILDREN include: 

  • Outpatient Counseling: Trauma-informed therapy services, including individual, group, and family interventions. Whole-person care recommendations are developed with the family through clinical assessment.

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Project CARA

Project CARA: Care that Advocates Respect, Resiliency, and Recovery for All

Blue Ridge Health partners with MAHEC in Asheville to provide a safe space for women who are pregnant and/or parenting while managing substance use issues. Our goal is to break down the barriers of shame and fear that often keep women from admitting they need help. We empower those who are pregnant and/or parenting to come forward and receive the care they require to help create a healthier tomorrow for themselves and their families.

Children are welcome at group, and our clinics offer comprehensive care for the whole family, including well-child exams, medical, dental, and behavioral health services – everything you need under one roof!

Blue Ridge Health currently operates Project CARA at three sites: Blue Ridge Health – Polk, Blue Ridge Health – Chimney Rock Road, and Blue Ridge Health – Haywood.

Ask your healthcare provider for more information today.

Recovery Education Centers facilitate wellness and skill-building through a variety of classes that are designed to foster self-determination and empowerment. Students will learn skills to fill their Wellness Toolbox while being provided regular opportunities for socialization and peer support.

REC Calendar
REC Class Descriptions

Services by county:

Adult Services: Call 828-631-3973
  • Assertive Community Treatment (ACT): Community-based group of medical, behavioral health, and rehabilitation professionals who use a team approach to meet the needs of an individual with severe and persistent mental health issues. Please call to schedule.
  • Specialized Assessments: Specialized assessments are part of customized care that is fit to a client’s specific needs. Available, but times vary. Referrals accepted from DSS.
  • Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP): Individual and group counseling designed to help you begin recovery and learn skills for recovery maintenance. Available via telehealth MWF 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. & 5 – 8 p.m.
  • Tailored Care Management (TCM): A community-based care management team that connects Medicaid Tailored Plan or Medicaid Direct recipients to resources in the community. BRH primarily offers this program to people with substance use or behavioral health concerns.
Buncombe School-Based Health Centers

M-F 7:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Students must register with Blue Ridge Health to receive services.

Buncombe Clinic Locations
  • Blue Ridge Health – Arden:
    303 Airport Road, Arden 28704 / 828-698-2979
Adult Services: Call 828-631-3973
  • Specialized Assessments: Specialized assessments are part of customized care that is fit to a client’s specific needs. Available, but times vary. Referrals accepted from DSS.
  • Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP): Individual and group counseling designed to help you begin recovery and learn skills for recovery maintenance. Available via telehealth MWF 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. & 5 – 8 p.m.
  • Tailored Care Management (TCM): A community-based care management team that connects Medicaid Tailored Plan or Medicaid Direct recipients to resources in the community. BRH primarily offers this program to people with substance use or behavioral health concerns.
Adult Services: Call 828-631-3973
  • Specialized Assessments: Specialized assessments are part of customized care that is fit to a client’s specific needs. Available, but times vary. Referrals accepted from DSS.
  • Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP): Individual and group counseling designed to help you begin recovery and learn skills for recovery maintenance. Available via telehealth MWF 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. & 5 – 8 p.m.
  • Tailored Care Management (TCM): A community-based care management team that connects Medicaid Tailored Plan or Medicaid Direct recipients to resources in the community. BRH primarily offers this program to people with substance use or behavioral health concerns.
Adult Services: Call 828-456-8604
  • Assertive Community Treatment (ACT): Community-based group of medical, behavioral health, and rehabilitation professionals who use a team approach to meet the needs of an individual with severe and persistent mental health issues. ACT Team only – no walk-ins. Please call to schedule.
  • Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP): An accountability program for men who have engaged in violence to increase community safety, victim safety, and prevent violence and abuse. M-F 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • Peers Assisting in Community Engagement (PACE): Peer support in the community to help increase connections and access to resources. M-F 8:30 a.m – 5 p.m.
  • Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR): A daily program to support recovery from mental health challenges, increase social connections, and enhance independence. M-Th 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Recovery Education Center (REC): We are all students in our own recovery and you are the expert in your own wellness. Attend classes in person or online to increase your expertise and expand your wellness toolkit. Walk-in services available M-F 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Specialized Assessments: Specialized assessments are part of customized care that is fit to a client’s specific needs. Available, but times vary. Referrals accepted from DSS.
  • Supported Employment: Community-based support throughout the employment journey for people who have struggled to become employed or stay employed due to mental health or substance use challenges. Available, but times vary. Please call to schedule.
  • Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP): Individual and group counseling designed to help you begin recovery and learn skills for recovery maintenance. Available via telehealth MWF 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. & 5 – 8 p.m.
  • Tailored Care Management (TCM): A community-based care management team that connects Medicaid Tailored Plan or Medicaid Direct recipients to resources in the community. BRH primarily offers this program to people with substance use or behavioral health concerns.
Child Services: Call 828-456-8604
  • Outpatient Counseling (OPT): Trauma-informed, resiliency-focused therapy services, including individual, group, and family interventions. Whole-person care recommendations are developed with the family through a comprehensive clinical assessment. M – F 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Haywood Clinic Locations
  • Blue Ridge Health – Haywood:
    490 Hospital Drive Clyde 28721 / 828-246-6372
  • Blue Ridge Health Pharmacy #3 – Haywood:
    490 Hospital Drive, Clyde 28721 / 828-565-1492
  • Meridian Behavioral Health Services – Broadview Road:
    307 Broadview Road, Waynesville 28786 / 828-452-9258
  • Meridian Behavioral Health Services – East Street:
    1207 East Street, Waynesville 28786 / 828-456-2997
  • Meridian Behavioral Health Services – Walnut Street:
    131 Walnut Street, Waynesville 28786 / 828-456-8604
Henderson School-Based Health Centers

M-F 7:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Students must register with Blue Ridge Health to receive services.

  • Henderson County Innovative High School: 828-233-2280
  • Apple Valley Middle School – Medical and Behavioral Health Services: 828-233-2280
  • Bruce Drysdale Elementary School – Medical and Behavioral Health Services: 828-233-1670
  • Edneyville Elementary School- Medical and Behavioral Health Services: 828-388-7230
  • Henderson County Innovative High School: 828-233-2280
  • Hillandale Elementary School – Behavioral Health Services: 828-233-2280
  • North Henderson High School – Medical and Behavioral Health Services: 828-233-2270
  • Sugarloaf Elementary School – Medical and Behavioral Health Services: 828-233-1680
Henderson Clinic Locations
  • 2579 Chimney Rock Road, Hendersonville, North Carolina 28792 828-692-4289
  • 709 North Justice Street, Hendersonville, North Carolina 28791, USA 828-696-1234
Adult Services: Call 828-634-3973
  • Assertive Community Treatment (ACT): Community-based group of medical, behavioral health, and rehabilitation professionals who use a team approach to meet the needs of an individual with severe and persistent mental health issues.
  • Peers Assisting in Community Engagement (PACE): Peer support in the community to help increase connections and access to resources. M-F 8:30 a.m – 5 p.m.
  • Recovery Education Center (REC): We are all students in our own recovery and you are the expert in your own wellness. Attend classes in person or online to increase your expertise and expand your wellness toolkit. Walk-in services available M-F 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Specialized Assessments: Specialized assessments are part of customized care that is fit to a client’s specific needs. Available, but times vary. Referrals accepted from DSS.
  • Supported Employment: Community-based support throughout the employment journey for people who have struggled to become employed or stay employed due to mental health or substance use challenges. M – F 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP): Individual and group counseling designed to help you begin recovery and learn skills for recovery maintenance. Available via telehealth MWF 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. & 5 – 8 p.m.
  • Tailored Care Management (TCM): A community-based care management team that connects Medicaid Tailored Plan or Medicaid Direct recipients to resources in the community. BRH primarily offers this program to people with substance use or behavioral health concerns.
Child Services: Call 828-631-3973
  • Outpatient Counseling (OPT): Trauma-informed, resiliency-focused therapy services, including individual, group, and family interventions. Whole-person care recommendations are developed with the family through a comprehensive clinical assessment. M – F 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • Outpatient Plus (OPP): Case management services are provided alongside outpatient therapy. Support is provided in the home and in the community for individuals who are transitioning between services or who may benefit from coordinated efforts between agencies. M – F 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Jackson School-Based Health Centers

M-F 7:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Students must register with Blue Ridge Health to receive services.

Jackson Clinic Locations
  • Blue Ridge Health – Jackson:
    293 Hospital Road, Sylva 28779 / 828-477-4334
  • Meridian Behavioral Health Services – Sylva:
    44 Bonnie Lane, Sylva 28779 / 828-631-3973
Adult Services: Call 828-349-0001
  • Assertive Community Treatment (ACT): Community-based group of medical, behavioral health, and rehabilitation professionals who use a team approach to meet the needs of an individual with severe and persistent mental health issues.
  • Recovery Education Center (REC): We are all students in our own recovery and you are the expert in your own wellness.  Attend classes online to increase your expertise and expand your wellness toolkit.  There is no longer a REC located in Macon County, but transportation from Macon County to the Jackson REC is available for in-person services.  Please call for more information.
  • Specialized Assessments: Specialized assessments are part of customized care that is fit to a client’s specific needs. Available, but times vary. Referrals accepted from DSS.
  • Supported Employment: Community-based support throughout the employment journey for people who have struggled to become employed or stay employed due to mental health or substance use challenges. M – F 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP): Individual and group counseling designed to help you begin recovery and learn skills for recovery maintenance. Available via telehealth MWF 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. & 5 – 8 p.m.
  • Tailored Care Management (TCM): A community-based care management team that connects Medicaid Tailored Plan or Medicaid Direct recipients to resources in the community. BRH primarily offers this program to people with substance use or behavioral health concerns.
Child Services: Call 828-349-0001
  • Outpatient Counseling (OPT): Trauma-informed, resiliency-focused therapy services, including individual, group, and family interventions. Whole-person care recommendations are developed with the family through a comprehensive clinical assessment. M – F 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Outpatient Plus (OPP): Case management services are provided alongside outpatient therapy. Support is provided in the home and in the community for individuals who are transitioning between services or who may benefit from coordinated efforts between agencies. M – F 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Macon Clinic Locations
  • Blue Ridge Health – Highlands Cashiers:
    209 Hospital Drive, #204, Highlands 28741 / 828-482-6160
  • Meridian Behavioral Health Services – Franklin:
    674 Highlands Road, Franklin 28734 / 828-349-0001
Polk School-Based Health Centers

M-F 7:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Students must register with Blue Ridge Health to receive services.

  • Polk Central Elementary School: Behavioral Health Services 828-233-2280
  • Polk County High School: Behavioral Health Services 828-233-2280
  • Polk County Middle School: Medical and Behavioral Health Services 828-233-3712
Polk Clinic Locations
  • Blue Ridge Health – Polk:
    161 Walker Street; Columbus, NC 28722/ 828-894-2222
Rutherford Clinic Locations
  • Blue Ridge Health – Rutherford:
    187 West Main Street; Spindale, NC 28160/ 828-288-2881
Adult Services: Call 828-631-3973
  • Assertive Community Treatment (ACT): Community-based group of medical, behavioral health, and rehabilitation professionals who use a team approach to meet the needs of an individual with severe and persistent mental health issues.
  • Peers Assisting in Community Engagement (PACE): Peer support in the community to help increase connections and access to resources. Limited services. Please call for more information.
  • Specialized Assessments: Specialized assessments are part of customized care that is fit to a client’s specific needs. Available, but times vary. Referrals accepted from DSS.
  • Supported Employment: Community-based support throughout the employment journey for people who have struggled to become employed or stay employed due to mental health or substance use challenges. M – F 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP): Individual and group counseling designed to help you begin recovery and learn skills for recovery maintenance. Available via telehealth MWF 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. & 5 – 8 p.m.
  • Tailored Care Management (TCM): A community-based care management team that connects Medicaid Tailored Plan or Medicaid Direct recipients to resources in the community. BRH primarily offers this program to people with substance use or behavioral health concerns.
Swain School-Based Health Centers

M-F 7:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Students must register with Blue Ridge Health to receive services.

Buncombe Clinic Locations
  • Blue Ridge Health – Swain:
    264 Highway 19, Suite 4; Bryson City, NC 28713 / 828-341-1060
Adult Services: Call 828-883-2708
  • Recovery Education Center (REC): We are all students in our own recovery and you are the expert in your own wellness. Attend classes in person or online to increase your expertise and expand your wellness toolkit. Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Specialized Assessments: Specialized assessments are part of customized care that is fit to a client’s specific needs.  Available, but times vary. Referrals accepted from DSS.
  • Supported Employment: Assistance with obtaining and maintaining employment.  Available, but times vary. Please call to schedule.
  • Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP): Individual and group counseling designed to help you begin recovery and learn skills for recovery maintenance. Available via telehealth MWF 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. & 5 – 8 p.m.
  • Tailored Care Management (TCM): A community-based care management team that connects Medicaid Tailored Plan or Medicaid Direct recipients to resources in the community. BRH primarily offers this program to people with substance use or behavioral health concerns.
Child Services: Call 828-883-2708
  • Outpatient Therapy (OPT): Trauma-Informed and Resiliency-focused outpatient counseling. Available M-F 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Transylvania School-Based Health Centers

M-F 7:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. | For all Transylvania School-Based Health Centers, please call: 828-233-2280

Students must register with Blue Ridge Health to receive services.

  • Brevard Elementary School
  • Brevard High School
  • Brevard Middle School
  • Davidson River School
  • Pisgah Forest Elementary School
  • Rosman High School
  • T C Henderson Elementary School
Transylvania Clinic Locations
  • Blue Ridge Health – Transylvania:
    29 West French Broad Street, Brevard, NC 28712 / 828-883-5550
  • Meridian Behavioral Health Services – Brevard:
    69 North Broad Street, Brevard, NC 28712 /828-883-2708
  • Blue Ridge Health – Child and Family Behavioral Health Services:
    29 West French Broad Street, Brevard, NC 28712 / 828-883-2708

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