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Our Holistic Approach to Addiction Recovery at Chattanooga Detox Center

Finding the right rehabilitation center is one of the most crucial steps toward achieving lasting recovery from addiction.

Finding the right rehabilitation center is one of the most crucial steps toward achieving lasting recovery from addiction. At Chattanooga Detox Center, we believe that overcoming substance use disorder is possible with the right support, tools, and environment. With over 50 years of combined experience, our dedicated team works closely with each client to address maladaptive coping skills, identify underlying behaviors, and develop new, healthier strategies. Through a combination of talk therapy, experiential therapy, and pharmacological approaches, we equip our clients with a toolkit designed to last a lifetime.

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Chattanooga Detox Center

Addiction is rarely an isolated issue; it often intertwines with behavioral and mental health disorders. Recognizing this complexity, we adopt a trauma-informed approach to treating substance use disorder. We understand that trauma can play a significant role in an individual’s life, and we approach each client with the assumption that they may have experienced traumatic incidents. This perspective allows us to create a safe, compassionate environment where healing can truly begin.

Utilizing evidence-based methods, our healing process is a collaborative effort between the individual, their family, and our providers. We draw from robust knowledge, expertise, and cutting-edge technologies to help our clients and their families grow, heal, and flourish. Our goal is not just to treat the symptoms but to address the root causes of addiction, paving the way for sustainable recovery.

Our Mission & Values

We believe that addiction ends when connection begins. From the moment a client walks through our doors, we ensure they feel seen, heard, and treated with compassion. Our core values include:

Accountability: We help our clients maintain transparency and develop awareness of psychological and environmental triggers.
Self-Worth: We aim to restore and renew our clients’ self-esteem, recognizing it as a vital component of the recovery process.
Communication: Open and honest communication with oneself and one’s support system is foundational to achieving and maintaining sobriety.
Vulnerability: We encourage clients to be open about past struggles and future fears, meeting them where they are with a non-judgmental approach.
Ethics: We uphold the highest standards of ethical practice, ensuring transparency and integrity in all our operations.

Comprehensive Continuum of Care

Over the years, we’ve observed that clients achieve long-term sobriety not just through initial treatment but through ongoing support. With this in mind, we’ve developed a comprehensive curriculum that assists clients in reintegrating into the real world with continuous support and care. Our full continuum of care includes detox, inpatient treatment, and aftercare options, keeping clients immersed in treatment for the long term. This integrated approach helps create a more sustainable foundation for sobriety.

Start Your Journey Toward Freedom

Freedom from addiction starts here. Our admissions coordinators are available 24/7 to help you take the next steps toward recovery. We understand that reaching out can be challenging, but it’s a courageous first step toward a healthier, happier life.

■ Meet Our Team

Meet The Faces Of Chattanooga Detox Center

Alec Pagliarulo - President

President Alec Pagliarulo has spent his entire career working in the addiction and mental health community. He has worked in various roles, including benefits analyst, admissions coordinator, and business development specialist. Alec is passionate about providing the best possible care to individuals struggling to overcome addiction. He aims to create positive recovery experiences, including programs rooted in integrity that pave a path for long-term growth.

Carter D. Pope, Jr. - CEO

Carter is a successful real estate and private equity investor. Prior to founding Chattanooga Detox Center, Carter worked in insurance brokerage in New York City and as a real estate private equity acquisitions specialist in Atlanta. He completed his undergraduate degree at Washington & Lee University and has an MBA from the UNC Keenan-Flagler Business School.

Dr. Rahul Gupta - Medical Director

Gupta Brings Over A Decade Of Experience To Chattanooga Detox Center. Dr. Gupta Specializes In Treating Adults With Substance Use And Psychiatric Disorders. His Extensive Clinical Experience Includes Medication-Assisted Treatment, Medical-Surgical Consultation And Psychiatric Stabilization In Acute Settings. Dr. Gupta Completed His General Psychiatry Residency At The University Of Connecticut Followed By A Fellowship In Addiction Psychiatry At Emory University. He Is Double Board-Certified In Both Of These Specialties. Dr. Gupta Is Passionate About His Work In Substance Abuse And Is An Advocate For Reducing The Stigma Surrounding Mental Illness.