Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare – Mulberry Street – Evansville, Indiana
415 Mulberry Street, Evansville, Indiana, 47713
Last Updated: June 26, 2026

Insurance
Payment Options
- County or local government funds
- Medicaid
- Private health insurance
- Cash or self-payment
- State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
- State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds
- State welfare or child and family services funds
- Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
- Medicare
- Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE)
- State corrections or juvenile justice funds
- Community Mental Health Block Grants
- Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs
- SAMHSA funding/block grants
- Self-pay options
- Financial aid
- Sliding scale payment assistance
Addiction Resource Score
Scoring is assigned by a proprietary system which helps surface key metrics that determine quality. The 10-point scale factors in categories such as operations, customer satisfaction, and trust metrics.
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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.
8.4
Out of 10
Located in Evansville, Indiana, the Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare – Robert M. Spear Building is dedicated to providing holistic alcohol and drug rehabilitation services for adults and youths. The facility offers a continuum of care ranging from detoxification to outpatient programs, aimed at supporting individuals and families on their journey to recovery from addiction.
Residential Programs
Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare offers two distinct residential programs tailored to meet varying needs:
- High Intensity Program (Stepping Stone): Clients participate in intensive treatment modalities including individual, group, and family therapy. The program typically spans 3 to 4 weeks, providing structured support in a therapeutic environment.
- Low Intensity Program (Stepping Forward for Women and Men): Designed specifically for women (10 beds) and men (12 beds), this program offers 24-hour care delivered by a multidisciplinary team. Pregnant women can receive care throughout their pregnancy and post-delivery, with an average stay of 6 to 12 months to support long-term recovery.
Detoxification Services
Detoxification services at Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare include acupuncture, a therapeutic approach where needles are inserted into specific ear pressure points. This method helps alleviate cravings and manage withdrawal symptoms in a supportive group setting. For clients requiring detox, options are available at outpatient sites or through referral to the residential center as needed.
Outpatient Program (Matrix)
The Matrix outpatient program is structured to enhance recovery skills and prevent relapses. Participants attend sessions three times a week, either in the mornings or evenings, facilitated by addiction specialists. The program includes family involvement classes to support the healing process and strengthen familial relationships during recovery.
Additional Services
- Transitional Recovery and Inpatient Care: Available for individuals experiencing acute symptoms or needing additional support beyond outpatient care. Referrals are made based on individual assessment and treatment needs to ensure comprehensive care continuity.
Community Impact and Commitment
Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare – Robert M. Spear Building plays a pivotal role in the Evansville community by offering accessible, compassionate addiction recovery services. Through its comprehensive programs and accredited standards, the facility strives to empower individuals and families affected by addiction to achieve lasting recovery and improved quality of life.
Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare – Robert M. Spear Building stands as a beacon of hope and healing for individuals seeking recovery from substance abuse in Evansville, Indiana. With specialized residential programs, innovative detoxification services, structured outpatient care, and a commitment to excellence, the facility remains steadfast in its mission to support recovery journeys and promote wellness in the community.
Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare is accredited by The Joint Commission, a mark of distinction recognizing adherence to rigorous standards of care and commitment to continuous improvement in behavioral health services. This accreditation underscores the organization’s dedication to providing high-quality, evidence-based treatment in a safe and supportive environment.
Treatment Options
The facility offers multiple levels of care, such as:
- Discharge Planning
The center treats the following addictions and co-occurring disorders:
- Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
- Clients who have experienced trauma
- Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
- Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
- Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
- Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Comprehensive mental health assessment
- Comprehensive substance use assessment
- Screening for tobacco use
- Screening for mental disorders
- Screening for substance use
Treatment Modalities
- 12-step facilitation
- Family counseling
- Individual psychotherapy
- Group counseling
- Marital/couples counseling
- Trauma-related counseling
- Recreational Therapy
- Couples/family therapy
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment
- Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
- Substance use disorder counseling
- Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
- Intervention Services
- Motivational interviewing
- Anger management
- Relapse prevention
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy
- Abnormal involuntary movement scale
- Treatment for other addiction disorder
Conditions Treated
- Mental health treatment
- Alcoholism
- Opioid Addiction
- Substance use treatment
- Co-occurring Disorders
Levels Of Care
- Intensive outpatient treatment
- Detoxification
- Aftercare
- Halfway house
- Outpatient
- Regular outpatient treatment
License and Accreditation
- SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP)
- State department of health
- State mental health department
- The Joint Commission
Ancillary Services
- Case management service
- Illness management and recovery
- Suicide prevention services
- Mental health services
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