Alexandria Community Services Board
4850 Mark Center Drive, Alexandria, VA 22311
Center for Discovery Alexandria
Address: 209 Madison St., Ste. 3B, Alexandria, VA 22314 · Map
Phone: (571) 506-6314
Website: centerfordiscovery.com
About Center for Discovery Alexandria
Center for Discovery Alexandria offers day treatment and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) for people of all genders and ages 10 and older across the Alexandria area. The program uses research-supported approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), somatic experiencing, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). A dedicated Path to Peacebinge eating disorder (BED) program is also available virtually, providing personalized guidance for individuals coping with BED.
The center’s CARE-CFD dietary model, “consistent attuned relational eating,” focuses on trauma-informed nutrition care. It highlights teamwork, attunement, and body inclusivity within a Health at Every Size® framework. Clients partner with a Body Trust-certified dietitian who has experience working with co-occurring conditions and addiction. Care may also include yoga and other activities designed to strengthen connection to joy, calm, and comprehensive whole-person recovery.
Center for Discovery Alexandria accepts a range of insurance plans and helps clients with plan verification so they can clearly understand their coverage. Telehealth options and flexible program structures improve access, enabling people to choose treatment that aligns with their needs.
Facility-provided information
- Accreditation
- Joint Commission
- Care offered
- Outpatient
- Substances treated
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Conditions treated
- Eating Disorders · Trauma
- Therapies
- 1-on-1 Counseling · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy · Dialectical Behavior Therapy · Exposure Therapy · Family Therapy · Group Therapy · Nutrition Counseling · Online Therapy · Yoga
- Approaches
- Evidence-Based · Individual Treatment · Trauma Informed
- Who it serves
- Adolescents · Boys · Children · Girls · LGBTQ+ · Men · Men and Women · Women
- Aftercare
- Discharge Planning · Support Meetings
- Languages
- English
Questions to ask Center for Discovery Alexandria
- What does treatment cost without insurance, and do you offer a payment plan or sliding fee?
- How many hours a week is the outpatient or IOP schedule, and are evening groups available?
- If I need medication for opioid or alcohol use disorder, do you prescribe it or refer out?
- Is there a waitlist, and how soon can you do an assessment?
- What happens after the program ends: aftercare, alumni groups or step-down care?
Also confirm the facility is licensed by Virginia (this facility reports accreditation). If you are withdrawing from alcohol or benzodiazepines, ask about medical detox; do not stop suddenly on your own.
Paying for treatment at Center for Discovery Alexandria
Center for Discovery Alexandria did not report which payment types it accepts. If you have Medicaid, ask whether the facility accepts your Virginia Medicaid plan or can refer you to one that does. Most private plans must cover substance use treatment on terms comparable to other medical care under federal parity law.
Distance to specialized care from Alexandria
Measured from the population center of Alexandria city, using SAMHSA locator data mapped by FindRehabMap:
- Nearest medical detox: Arlington, about 3.4 miles
- Nearest methadone clinic (OTP): Alexandria, about 1.7 miles (23 within 25 miles)
- Nearest buprenorphine (Suboxone) provider: Alexandria, about 1.7 miles (70 within 25 miles)
See the Alexandria city treatment map, methadone clinics near Alexandria city and Suboxone doctors near Alexandria city.
Frequently asked questions
What services does Center for Discovery Alexandria offer?
Center for Discovery Alexandria reports these levels of care to SAMHSA: Outpatient. Call to confirm current services and openings.
Does Center for Discovery Alexandria accept insurance?
Payment information was not reported. Call the facility and ask about insurance, Medicaid and self-pay rates.
Where is Center for Discovery Alexandria located?
209 Madison St., Ste. 3B, Alexandria, VA 22314.
How far is the nearest medical detox from Alexandria?
From the center of Alexandria city, the closest program offering medical detox is in Arlington, about 3.4 miles away (straight-line), based on SAMHSA locator data mapped by FindRehabMap.
Other treatment facilities in Alexandria
Alexandria Community Services Board
4850 Mark Center Drive, Alexandria, VA 22311
Bloom Health Centers
1729 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
Columbia Associates Alexandria
2800 Eisenhower Ave., Ste. 200, Alexandria, VA 22314
Embark at Alexandria
7809 Schelhorn Rd., Alexandria, VA 22306
Fairfax/Falls Church Comm Servs Board
6901 South Van Dorn Street, Alexandria, VA 22315
See all 27 facilities in Alexandria · Detox · Residential · Outpatient · MAT · Accepts Medicaid · Accepts Medicare
Last reviewed 2026-10-06. Facility details come from SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov locator and facility-provided information. Confirm services, availability and payment directly with the facility.