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Life Center of Galax

Galax, VA

SAMHSA Verified Detox Inpatient PHP MAT Dual Dx

Detox · Inpatient · PHP · MAT center · in Galax, VA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, trauma survivors.

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About Life Center of Galax

Life Center of Galax treats addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions with a continuum of care. They use various evidence-based therapies, group therapies, family therapy, and specialized programs to offer a comprehensive approach to recovery. Their levels of care include detox, residential, partial hospitalization (or day treatment), and aftercare. Speciality tracks at Life Center of Galax include a DUI/DWI program, voluntary Christian program, methadone maintenance program, and co-occurring disorder program.
Life Center of Galax uses the 12 Steps and other evidence-based therapies to help clients address the cause and symptoms of addiction. Clients participate in 1:1 counseling and multiple group therapies, including psychoeducation groups, reality therapy, cognitive therapy, and 3x weekly gender-specific group therapies. Families can also participate, with family workshops on the weekends that include family therapy, addiction education, and multi-family therapy.
Life Center of Galax’s team includes a medical director, addictionologist, psychiatrist, physician assistants, nurses, and counselors. Their medical director oversees detox and nursing staff provide 24/7 supervision. Life Center of Galax uses medication-assisted treatment (MAT) as needed. They additionally offer methadone maintenance for opioid recovery. Professional staff address co-occurring conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma in specific groups and 1:1 counseling.
Life Center of Galax’s specialty tracks include their Prodigal Christian program, which incorporates Christ-centered care into treatment. Clients participate in daily group devotionals, group therapy with others in the program, and interact with other Christian staff. Life Center of Galax’s DUI/DWI program welcomes court-ordered clients. After residential treatments, clients can join the Life Center of Galax’s day treatment program and live in nearby sober living. Aftercare includes group meetings and help with sober living placements as needed.

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, detoxification.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Detox · Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Hospital inpatient detoxification, Hospital inpatient treatment, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Residential detoxification, Long-term residential, Short-term residential
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Community reinforcement plus vouchers, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders
Medications used
Acamprosate (Campral®), Disulfiram, Methadone, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Medications for HIV treatment, Medications for Hepatitis C treatment + 3 more
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; SAMHSA funding/block grants

Contact & Location

Address

112 Painter Street, Galax, VA 24333

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Facility direct line

(844) 795-1058

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Life Center of Galax accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Life Center of Galax accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific VA Medicaid plan. Call (844) 795-1058 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Life Center of Galax offer?
This facility offers: Detox, Inpatient, PHP, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Hospital inpatient detoxification, Hospital inpatient treatment, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Residential detoxification, Long-term residential, Short-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Detoxification, Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Life Center of Galax have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients.
What therapy methods does Life Center of Galax use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Community reinforcement plus vouchers, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Life Center of Galax?
Call the facility directly at (844) 795-1058 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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