A New Orleans Drug & Alcohol Rehab Doing It The Right Way
New Orleans’ own full-continuum addiction treatment, built by locals who understand this city, designed for everyone who loves what it stands for.
Voted #1 in New Orleans
Gambit Weekly Best of New Orleans 2024 & 2025
Tulane Medicine
Trained & Affiliated Treatment Facility
Serving Copelands Food
about us
For New Orleans. By New Orleans.
NOLA Detox was founded by Dan Forman and Chris Copeland, both born and raised in New Orleans. Each has been in recovery for over a decade and is passionate about serving the recovery community. This is not a regional branch of a national chain; it is a passion project driven by personal experiences and deeply rooted in the culture, soul, and community of this city.
We believe that you don’t have to leave the city you love to achieve sobriety. In fact, New Orleans, with its food, music, people, and spirit, can significantly contribute to your healing process. We have demonstrated this through our work. People come from all over the country to NOLA Detox to experience what we offer and the flavor our our city.
2+ Locations Across Greater New Orleans
We offer different insurance options at each location to better serve our community
1yr Full Continuum of Care
From detox through aftercare, up to a year-long program for those who need it most.
#1 Best in New Orleans
Voted Best Addiction Treatment Provider two years running by Gambit Weekly readers.
MD Psychiatrist-Led Medical Care
All patients see a board-certified psychiatrist. We do not use nurse practitioners for physician-level care.
Flexible Options
Two Locations. Two Paths to Recovery
No matter what path you choose, we are here for you, every step of the way. Both locations provide the same, high standard of care with the support you need to heal and thrive.
New Orleans Location
- We Accept Medicaid
Our New Orleans location provides compassionate, evidence-based addiction treatment in a supportive, welcoming environment.
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Psychiatrist-Led Care. Always.
Every single patient at NOLA Detox is evaluated and treated by a board-certified psychiatrist. We never substitute nurse practitioners for physician-level care; your mental health and medical needs deserve the best.
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Best-in-Industry Patient-to-Staff Ratio
More staff means more attention, more support, and better outcomes. Our low patient-to-staff ratio means you’re never just a number; you’re a person with a unique story, and we treat you that way.
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Tulane Medicine Affiliate
We are a trained facility for the Tulane School of Medicine. This affiliation keeps our clinical standards at the highest level and connects patients to evidence-based, academically informed treatment protocols.
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VA Community Care Provider
NOLA Detox is an approved Community Care Provider for veterans through the VA, providing specialized support to those who have served with the respect and dedication they deserve.
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All Insurances Accepted
We believe cost should never be a barrier to recovery. Both our New Orleans and Slidell campuses accept Medicaid, and our admissions team works with most major insurance plans to maximize your coverage.
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Rooted in the Community
Our owners come from families long established in New Orleans. We support local charities, partner with local businesses, and give back to the city that raised us. Recovery and community go hand in hand.
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Southern Hospitality
Our Approach
What makes NOLA Detox different
Our Community Partners
Our Programs
A full path to recovery
We offer every level of care, from the first day of detox to long-term aftercare. You never have to start over somewhere new. When you count the full continuum, NOLA Detox can support you for a full year or longer, all under one roof, all with the same team.
Step 1
Medical Detox
Safe, physician-supervised withdrawal management. 24/7 care and psychiatric support.
Step 2
Inpatient Residential
Structured daily treatment with individual therapy, group sessions, and psychiatric care.
Step 3
Partial Hospitalization (PHP)
Intensive daytime programming as you begin transitioning back to daily life.
Step 4
Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Flexible scheduling with continued clinical and medical support and peer community.
Step 5
Outpatient & Aftercare
We work with your insurance.
NOLA Detox accepts most major insurance plans, and both campuses accept Medicaid. Don’t let coverage be a barrier; our admissions team will verify your benefits for free, same day.
Take the First Step.
The NOLA Way
You can get sober in the city you love.
NOLA Detox was founded by Dan Forman and Chris Copeland, both born and raised in New Orleans. Each has been in recovery for over a decade and has experienced the loss of a loved one due to addiction. This is not a regional branch of a national chain; it is a passion project driven by personal experiences and deeply rooted in the culture, soul, and community of this city.
We believe that you don’t have to leave the city you love to achieve sobriety. In fact, New Orleans, with its vibrant food, music, people, and spirit, can play a significant role in your healing process. We have demonstrated this through our work.
- Live music and culture-driven therapeutic programming
- Catered New Orleans meals; real food from this city
- Food trucks, crawfish boils, and community celebrations
- Alumni community rooted in New Orleans culture
- Active local charity partnerships and community giving
Our Locations
NOLA Strong. NOLA Sober. NOLA Detox.
New Orleans- Residential Treatment Center
New Orleans- Outpatient Treatment Center
Slidell- Inpatient and Outpatient Services
Our Community Partners
Testimonials
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Hear what our happy patients have to say about NOLA Detox!
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