100% Confidential
Addiction & Mental Health Treatment in Indianapolis
“I learned more in a few weeks here than I have in 2 decades of struggling with my mental health. Both the medical and therapy teams were relentless in their compassion and support and believed in me so much that I finally believed in myself.”
Currently Accepting Patients
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Highest Accreditations
Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval
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Hundreds of 5-Star Reviews A 4.9 rating on Google
Location Details
Indiana Center for Recovery - Indianapolis Alcohol & Drug Rehab
- Address5510 S Emerson Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46237
- HoursOpen 24 hours
- Phone(317) 659-6302
- TransportationAvailable
Indiana Center for Recovery – Indianapolis Alcohol & Drug Rehab is located at 5510 S Emerson Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46237, in Marion County’s South Emerson area. The south-side campus is near I-465, between the University of Indianapolis and Southport area, with convenient access from Greenwood, Johnson County, Hendricks County, Hancock County, and the greater Indianapolis metro. ICFR Indianapolis is our smallest, most homelike location.
Fully Licensed & Accredited
Indiana Center for Recovery – Indianapolis Alcohol & Drug Rehab is the official DBA for the Indianapolis facility. The legal entity is ICR Indianapolis Operating Subsidiary, LLC, operating under Indiana DMHA license #2630-003. In addition to its addiction treatment licensing, the Indianapolis facility is listed by Indiana’s Division of Mental Health and Addiction as an active subacute stabilization facility. This is a separate state-regulated service category for individuals who need a more structured level of support than routine outpatient care.
The legal entity operates under NPI #1558210997. The Indianapolis location is also certified by CARF for ASAM Levels of Care 3.5 and 3.7 under provider ID #376820, holds CLIA Certificate of Waiver #15D2272225, and is included under Joint Commission HCO ID #578386. ASAM Level 3.5 and 3.7 certification by CARF confirms that the program has been independently evaluated for its ability to provide those specific residential levels of addiction treatment.
Indianapolis clinicians hold professional licenses and board certifications through the Indiana State Board of Nursing, Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board, and Certification Board for Music Therapists. ICFR – Indianapolis also serves as a clinical internship site for Purdue University, Southern New Hampshire University, and Indiana Wesleyan University.
A Look Inside
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Life-Changing Addiction & Mental Health Services Near You Now
The Indianapolis center treats both substance use and mental health with a focus on detox and rehab for alcohol, fentanyl, heroin, meth, benzos like Xanax, and prescription painkillers. You detox safely, stabilize, and get to the root of what’s really going on, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health challenges.
Indiana Center for Recovery offers everything from high-level psychiatric support to flexible outpatient options like IOP, so you don’t have to worry about choosing the wrong level of care.
You won’t be overtreated or overlooked — you get exactly what you need.
Gold-Standard Therapies
Treatment here is never one-size-fits-all. Based on your specific situation, you blend best-practice therapies proven by thousands of research papers with holistic and innovative options.
- Medical Detox
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindful-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Psycho-Educational Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapies
- Family Therapy & Alumni Programs
- Relapse Prevention & Aftercare planning
Holistic Therapies
Holistic options help calm your nervous system after deep therapeutic work. You unlock subconscious blocks and build habits that support long-term well-being.
- Art Therapy
- Music Therapy
- Yoga
- Fitness & Nutrition
Innovative Therapies
The team here obsesses over the latest clinical research to offer cutting-edge options not available at other treatment centers in the state.
GeneSight is an advanced genetic test that shows how your genes affect medication response — taking out the guesswork for faster relief, fewer meds, and less frustration.
EMDR uses guided eye movements to rewire the brain’s response to distressing memories — healing trauma without talking through every detail.
Upscale Amenities
Treatment here is never boring. In-between clinical sessions, you relax, build self-esteem and bond with others for peer support long after treatment ends.
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Fitness Training 
Game Room & Entertainment 
Outdoor Sports & Activities 
Chef-Catered Meals 
Smoking / Vaping Allowed 
Transportation Provided 
Laundry & Housekeeping Services 
Covered by Insurance
Insurance covers most (if not all) of your treatment costs. Look up your specific plan now or call for a 100% confidential insurance check and a clear estimate. No commitment.
Common insurances at the Indianapolis center are Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) / Anthem / Premera, Cigna / Curative / Evernorth, Optum / United Healthcare (UHC) / UHSS, and UMR — with hundreds of other insurances plans accepted.
The Team
Your Indianapolis Rehab Team
Our nationally recognized team includes medical doctors, clinical therapists, certified peer coaches, and support staff like the on-site chef. You’re supported by people who not only know how to help you, but also truly care.
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Kelly Brown, LCSW
Executive Director
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Dr. Michael Kane, MD, ABPN
Chief Medical Officer
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Zoe Leichty-Wireman, LCSW
Clinical Director
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Samantha Swango, RN, BSN
Director of Nursing
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Larry Smith, APRN-CNP, RN
Nurse Practitioner
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Ashley Likens
Case Manager
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Lori Harlow, RN
Nurse
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Erin Stillions
Alumni Coordinator
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Amy Dixon
Family Liaison
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Kimberly Volz
Quality Assurance Specialist
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Jessica Jones, FNP-C
Nurse Pracitioner
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Lily Paff, MT-BC
Music Therapist
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Courtney Montel, LSW
Therapist
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Lisa Coleman, LSW
Therapist
Hundreds of 5-Star Reviews
- 4.9 Average Google rating from 204 reviews
- A+ Better Business Bureau (BBB Rating)
- 100% said their medical and psychiatric needs were met
- 100% of patients would recommend to a friend or loved one From ICFR's internal patient satisfaction survey Q3 2026 as documented by the compliance department and reviewed by The Joint Commission.
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They treat not only the mind but the body and spirit. With ICFR's constant support I learned a new way of life!
Cora G.
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The treatment I received didn’t just change my life, it saved my life. The staff are exceptional - and I am even more impressed by their alumni program!
Tyler M.
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ICFR is not only a great facility, it’s a great experience. The staff is amazing and will do everything in their power to make your stay there the best it can be. I would recommend ICFR to anyone in the country seeking treatment!
Ian M.
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What's Holding You Back?
Totally fair. It’s personal. Just know, you talk here with someone who gets it — who’s been through it themselves. No judgement. Despite how nerve-wracking it feels upfront, having someone that listens feels really good.
Trying again is scary when you’ve been let down before — by other programs, by people, by yourself. That fear is real. But, our rehab in Indianapolis is different here. You have access to options not available at other treatment centers and long-term support. Never stop trying to get better!
There’s never a perfect time — though now is always better than later. Life doesn’t pause while you keep pushing through the pain. The truth is, the longer you wait, the harder it can get. A short break to get the right help now can save you from losing more time, more energy, and more of yourself later. We’ll work around your schedule, and even help with transportation if that’s part of the stress.
Treatment here is nothing like a jail or hospital. ICFR – Indianapolis is the smallest and most private of all Indiana Center for Recovery locations, with a comfortable, homelike setting instead of an institutional feel. You have structured treatment and professional support, but also plenty of indoor and outdoor space in between intense therapy sessions. It’s a calm, private environment away from triggers and everyday stress.
Still not sure? Let’s talk!
- 1Talk with someone who knows what it’s like to reach out for help. No commitment. Ask anything.
- 2Check insurance (100% confidentially) and come in if or when you’re ready.
- 3Just show up. Ride included, if needed.
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