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A Brighter Start — addiction treatment center in Wilmington, NC

A Brighter Start

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AccreditedInsurance AcceptedVeteran Services
5710 Oleander Drive, Suite 100,Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator(Nov 14, 2025)
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Contact Information

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5710 Oleander Drive, Suite 100
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403

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A Brighter Start

5710 Oleander Drive, Suite 100, Wilmington, NC 28403

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About This Center

Located in Wilmington, NC, "A Brighter Start" is dedicated to delivering a wide array of specialized rehabilitation services for those seeking help with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health issues. The center presents various treatment options, including intensive outpatient, outpatient, and day treatment programs, employing techniques such as 12-step facilitation, anger management, and brief interventions. Prioritizing individualized care, this facility caters to active duty military members, adult men and women, as well as children and adolescents. To foster a nurturing environment, "A Brighter Start" provides gender-specific programs, ensuring that all clients receive the support they deserve. Here, individuals can experience comprehensive and compassionate care, paving the way for a successful journey toward recovery.

Insurance Accepted
Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE)
Medicaid
Private health insurance
State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Coverage depends on your specific plan. Call the center to check your benefits before getting started.

Programs & Levels of Care

Type of CareSubstance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Service SettingsIntensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Medications OfferedBuprenorphine used in Treatment, Naltrexone used in Treatment

Treatment Approaches

Proven, evidence-based methods used at this center
12-step facilitation
Anger management
Brief intervention
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Contingency management/motivational incentives
Matrix Model
Motivational interviewing
Relapse prevention
Substance use disorder counseling
Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Trauma-related counseling

Conditions Treated

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Specialized Programs

Programs designed for people with specific backgrounds and needs
Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence
Clients who have experienced sexual abuse
Clients with HIV or AIDS

Payment & Insurance

Insurance plans accepted and other ways to pay for treatment

Insurance Plans

Payment Options

Coverage depends on your plan. Call the center to verify your benefits and find out what you'll owe.

Who We Serve

Age groups and demographics welcome at this center

Age Groups

AdultsChildren/Adolescents

Gender

FemaleMale

Accreditation & Credentials

Licenses, certifications, and quality standards this center meets
The Joint Commission accreditation seal for healthcare qualityJoint Commission Accredited
SAMHSA — Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services AdministrationSAMHSA Listed

All Certifications

State Substance use treatment agency
State department of health
State mental health department
The Joint Commission
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — this center accepts Medicaid. What's covered can vary depending on your state and plan, so we'd encourage you to call the admissions team. They can verify your benefits and help you understand any costs upfront.

Important Notice

This website provides general information about addiction treatment centers. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you're in crisis, call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or 911. For help finding treatment, call SAMHSA at 1-800-662-4357 — free, confidential, 24/7.

Information sourced from SAMHSA Treatment Locator, state licensing records, and facility submissions.