Compassionate, Affordable Care for Addiction Recovery
You do not have to face addiction alone. Keetoowah Cherokee Treatment Services provides welcoming, evidence-based care for individuals seeking support, stability, and a path forward.
You do not have to face addiction alone. Keetoowah Cherokee Treatment Services provides welcoming, evidence-based care for individuals seeking support, stability, and a path forward.
Keetoowah Cherokee Treatment Services supports strength, healing, wellness, and recovery in the communities we serve. Our team uses evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, motivational interviewing, and other trusted clinical practices to help each person build a stronger foundation for lasting recovery.
KCTS provides treatment grounded in proven clinical methods, delivered by licensed professionals and supported by peer recovery specialists who understand the recovery process firsthand.
KCTS accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicaid, Medicare, and Medicaid supplemental plans. We also honor IHS Native care policies. For individuals without insurance, affordable self-pay options are available.
Services are available for adults age 18 and older.
KCTS offers a 24-hour crisis line staffed by licensed therapists, so patients can reach qualified support when urgent needs arise.
Established in 2008, KCTS was the first Tribal methadone clinic in the United States and continues to serve both Native and non-Native patients with compassion and dignity.
KCTS holds a three-year CARF accreditation, reflecting our commitment to high standards in treatment quality, patient care, and organizational performance.
From the first conversation, patients are welcomed into a supportive and nonjudgmental environment. Our intake team works closely with each person to make the process clear, caring, and as smooth as possible.
We know reaching out for help can come with a lot of questions. Here are some of the things people often want to know before getting started with care at KCTS.
KCTS provides Medication-Assisted Treatment, along with counseling, peer recovery support, and medical care for individuals seeking recovery from opioid addiction.
Treatment is structured in phases. As patients make progress and demonstrate stability, they may qualify for added flexibility, including medication carry options and telehealth counseling appointments.
In the early stages of treatment, patients typically visit the clinic Monday through Saturday for medication dosing. As they move forward in the program, they may become eligible for take-home doses.
KCTS offers individual therapy, group counseling, and peer recovery support to help patients build coping skills, stay engaged in treatment, and support long-term recovery.
Yes. Medical providers oversee medication treatment and meet with patients regularly to monitor progress and support safe, effective care.
Yes. An on-site Patient Benefits Coordinator helps patients understand insurance options, navigate coverage, and identify available benefits.
Patients who are ready to stop methadone can work with the care team to taper safely under medical supervision. Counseling and peer support remain available throughout the process.
Before discharge, patients may be connected with community resources and other support services to help them maintain recovery and continue moving forward.
If you have questions about treatment, insurance, or what to expect, our team is here to help. Reach out to learn more or schedule an appointment in a supportive, nonjudgmental setting.
