Discovery House – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
1391 Washington Boulevard, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15206
Last Updated: June 26, 2026
Insurance
Payment Options
- Cash or self-payment
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Private health insurance
Addiction Resource Score
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In this guide, we explain exactly how we rate treatment centers—from accreditation and staff credentials to therapy options, facility environment, and family involvement. You'll see how we assign scores, award badges, and update listings to ensure accuracy and fairness. Most importantly, our system focuses on elevating centers that prioritize ethical, evidence-based care, not just those with the best marketing. This way, you can trust that the ratings you see reflect meaningful standards that help you find the right fit for lasting recovery.
8.0
Out of 10
Located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Discovery House is a private rehabilitation facility well-known for its all-encompassing treatment plans that address a variety of drug use issues. With an emphasis on both the psychological and physiological components of addiction, Discovery House provides a comprehensive approach to rehabilitation for patients suffering from alcoholism, drug addiction, dual diagnosis, opioid addiction, and general substance misuse.
Every client at Discovery House gets a customized treatment plan designed to address their unique requirements and difficulties. The center’s seasoned, interdisciplinary staff works closely with patients to guarantee they get the best treatment possible. Evidence-based treatments, medication-assisted therapy (MAT), and integrated mental health services are among the treatment options available to individuals with co-occurring disorders.
The hospital is committed to establishing a controlled and encouraging atmosphere so that patients may start their rehabilitation process. Discovery House participants receive education, group therapy, and individual counseling in addition to other services that provide the skills and techniques needed to attain and sustain long-term sobriety. In order to ensure that clients are resilient and ready to reintegrate into their communities, the facility also puts a high priority on relapse prevention and life skills training.
At Discovery House, we’re dedicated to delivering easily accessible healthcare, taking a variety of insurance plans, and supporting patients as they go through the challenging process of affording their treatment. The goal of the center’s approach is to encourage people to take back their lives and create better, more satisfying futures rather than merely treating addiction.
Treatment Options
The facility offers multiple levels of care, such as:
- Discharge Planning
- Self-help groups
- Naloxone and overdose education
- Outcome follow-up after discharge
The center treats the following addictions and co-occurring disorders:
- Pregnant/postpartum women
- Screening for tobacco use
- Comprehensive substance use assessment
- Outreach to persons in the community
- Screening for substance use
- Complete medical history/physical exam
Treatment Modalities
- Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
- Substance use disorder counseling
- Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
- Group counseling
- Family counseling
- Intervention Services
- Motivational interviewing
- Anger management
- Individual psychotherapy
Conditions Treated
- Alcoholism
- Substance use treatment
Levels Of Care
- Outpatient
- Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
- Regular outpatient treatment
- Aftercare
License and Accreditation
- State department of health
- Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Ancillary Services
- Case management service
- Domestic violence services, including family or partner
- Early intervention for HIV
- Social skills development
- Transportation assistance
- Opioid use disorder clients only
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Most private insurances accepted