Best Substance Abuse in Mississippi — 16 resources

About Substance Abuse for Women

Substance use treatment in the US is delivered through state-licensed providers, mutual-aid programs (AA, NA, SMART Recovery, Women for Sobriety), hospital detox, methadone clinics, and sober living. SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP) and findtreatment.gov locate local programs 24/7. For pregnant and parenting women, federally funded Pregnant and Postpartum Women (PPW) programs provide specialized residential and outpatient care that allows children on-site. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is the standard for opioid use disorder, and family drug courts offer treatment-based alternatives to losing custody. This directory aggregates each state's single state agency for SUD, women-specific treatment, MAT providers, and recovery meetings.

Substance Abuse in Mississippi

Mississippi chancery courts handle divorce and custody in all 82 counties, with county courts handling some child support matters. The Division of Child Support Enforcement operates under MDHS. Jackson, Gulfport, Southaven, and Hattiesburg are the largest cities. Mississippi Center for Justice, North Mississippi Rural Legal Services, and the Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence support women.

16 Resources

1. Mississippi Department of Mental Health — Substance Abuse — Free

State substance abuse prevention and treatment programs for women in recovery and their families. Jackson is the operating base; the location at 1101 Robert E Lee Bldg is open to walk-in inquiries and scheduled appointments alike. Phone 601-359-1288 to be screened; staff will ask about household income, county of residence, and the specific issue you need help with. Open mon-fri 8am-5pm; services are free to qualifying Mississippi residents.

601-359-1288 · 1101 Robert E Lee Bldg, Jackson, MS 39201 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

2. Region 8 Mental Health — Substance Abuse (Meridian)

Substance abuse treatment and counseling for women. Meridian is the operating base; the location at 1001 Highway 19 N is open to walk-in inquiries and scheduled appointments alike. Phone 601-483-4821 to be screened; staff will ask about household income, county of residence, and the specific issue you need help with. Open mon-fri 8am-5pm; expect sliding-scale, Medicaid, or self-pay billing.

601-483-4821 · 1001 Highway 19 N, Meridian, MS 39307 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

3. Pine Belt Mental Healthcare — Substance Abuse

Outpatient substance abuse treatment in the Hattiesburg area for women in recovery and their families. Hattiesburg is the operating base; the location at 103 S 19th Ave is open to walk-in inquiries and scheduled appointments alike. Reach the office at 601-544-4641; early-morning calls land you faster than mid-afternoon ones. Open mon-fri 8am-5pm; expect sliding-scale, Medicaid, or self-pay billing.

601-544-4641 · 103 S 19th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

4. Gulf Coast Mental Health — Substance Abuse

Substance abuse services for the Gulfport/Biloxi area for women in recovery and their families. Based at 1600 Broad Ave in Gulfport, the office serves Harrison, Hancock, and Jackson coastal women and families. Reach the office at 228-863-1132; early-morning calls land you faster than mid-afternoon ones. Open mon-fri 8am-5pm; expect sliding-scale, Medicaid, or self-pay billing.

228-863-1132 · 1600 Broad Ave, Gulfport, MS 39501 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

5. Communicare — Jackson

Community behavioral health services including substance abuse for women in recovery and their families. Mississippi DMH licenses the 14 regional Community Mental Health Centers that deliver most public substance use treatment. 601-978-2516 is the best starting point—leave a clear message with your county and a callback number if you reach voicemail. Open mon-fri 8am-5pm; expect sliding-scale, Medicaid, or self-pay billing.

601-978-2516 · Jackson, MS 39216 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

6. Life Help — Delta Substance Abuse Services

Substance abuse treatment serving the Mississippi Delta for women in recovery and their families. The Greenwood office at 615 Enterprise Dr is the main intake point for Greenwood and surrounding the Mississippi Delta mothers. Phone 662-453-6211 to be screened; staff will ask about household income, county of residence, and the specific issue you need help with. Open mon-fri 8am-5pm; expect sliding-scale, Medicaid, or self-pay billing.

662-453-6211 · 615 Enterprise Dr, Greenwood, MS 38930 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

7. Mississippi 211 — Substance Abuse Resources — Free

Dial 211 for substance abuse treatment referrals for women in recovery and their families. Dialing 211 routes you to a Mississippi 211 specialist who can locate the nearest pantry, shelter, or program for your county—operators are trained to triage MDHS, Medicaid, and TANF questions on the same call. Medication-assisted treatment is available through Mississippi Medicaid and most regional CMHCs. Available 24/7 at no cost.

211 · Statewide Service · 24/7

8. SAMHSA Treatment Locator — Free

Findtreatment.gov — searchable database of substance use and mental health treatment facilities nationwide for women in recovery and their families. Although the organization is national, the resources translate cleanly to Mississippi cases and reference Mississippi-specific agencies where relevant. Visit findtreatment.gov for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

9. Alcoholics Anonymous — Free

AA — free worldwide fellowship for those struggling with alcohol. Find a meeting near you for women in recovery and their families. A useful resource to read before contacting a Mississippi agency, so you arrive with a sharper question and clearer expectations. Visit www.aa.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

10. Narcotics Anonymous — Free

NA — free fellowship for those recovering from drug addiction. Worldwide meeting locator for women in recovery and their families. Although the organization is national, the resources translate cleanly to Mississippi cases and reference Mississippi-specific agencies where relevant. Visit www.na.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

11. SMART Recovery — Free

Self-Management and Recovery Training — science-based addiction recovery support groups and online meetings for women in recovery and their families. The website is the main entry point and covers Mississippi alongside every other state—no Mississippi-specific signup is required to read the guidance or use the directory. Visit www.smartrecovery.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

12. Women for Sobriety — Free

Recovery program designed by and for women dealing with substance use, with online and in-person groups. The website is the main entry point and covers Mississippi alongside every other state—no Mississippi-specific signup is required to read the guidance or use the directory. Visit womenforsobriety.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

13. Al-Anon Family Groups — Free

Free fellowship for families and friends of alcoholics. Find a meeting near you. The website is the main entry point and covers Mississippi alongside every other state—no Mississippi-specific signup is required to read the guidance or use the directory. Visit al-anon.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

14. Nar-Anon — Free

Free fellowship for those affected by someone else's drug use. Worldwide meeting directory for women in recovery and their families. The website is the main entry point and covers Mississippi alongside every other state—no Mississippi-specific signup is required to read the guidance or use the directory. Visit www.nar-anon.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

15. Shatterproof — Free

Reversing the addiction crisis through advocacy, science-based treatment, and family support. Although the organization is national, the resources translate cleanly to Mississippi cases and reference Mississippi-specific agencies where relevant. Visit www.shatterproof.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

16. Faces & Voices of Recovery — Free

Organizing the recovery community to advocate for policy and reduce stigma for women in recovery and their families. Although the organization is national, the resources translate cleanly to Mississippi cases and reference Mississippi-specific agencies where relevant. Visit facesandvoicesofrecovery.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

Frequently Asked

How many substance abuse resources are in Mississippi?
Women's Corner tracks 16 substance abuse resources for women in Mississippi.
Are substance abuse resources in Mississippi free?
11 of the 16 listed substance abuse resources in Mississippi are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in Mississippi have substance abuse resources?
Listings span cities including Jackson, Meridian, Hattiesburg, Gulfport, Greenwood.
What are some examples of substance abuse resources in Mississippi?
Featured entries include Mississippi Department of Mental Health — Substance Abuse, Region 8 Mental Health — Substance Abuse (Meridian), Pine Belt Mental Healthcare — Substance Abuse, Gulf Coast Mental Health — Substance Abuse, Communicare — Jackson.
Do these listings include phone numbers?
7 of 16 Mississippi substance abuse listings include phone numbers.
Where do I start if I want help with addiction?
Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) — free, confidential, 24/7. They connect you to local treatment, support groups, and women-specific programs. FindTreatment.gov lets you search by location, payment, and women's services. Medicaid covers treatment in every state under the Mental Health Parity Act.
Will I lose my kids if I go to treatment?
Voluntarily seeking treatment is almost always viewed favorably by family court and CPS — it shows responsibility. Many states have women-and-children residential treatment programs where your kids stay with you during recovery (search SAMHSA's directory for 'residential treatment for women with children'). Hiding addiction is far more dangerous to custody than addressing it.
Are there women-only treatment programs?
Yes — research shows women have better outcomes in gender-specific treatment because programs address trauma, parenting, pregnancy, and DV that fuel addiction differently for women. SAMHSA's directory filters by 'programs for women' and 'pregnant/postpartum women.' Most include childcare or family housing.
What about pregnancy and addiction?
Call 1-800-662-HELP immediately — they prioritize pregnant women for treatment, and federal law requires treatment programs to admit pregnant women on the same day or refer immediately. Medication-assisted treatment (methadone, buprenorphine) is safer for the baby than untreated addiction or withdrawal. Most states have laws protecting pregnant women seeking treatment from prosecution.