About Summit at Knoxville
At Summit at Knoxville, our deepest purpose is to serve as a beacon of hope for individuals and families navigating the profound challenges of addiction and mental health. We understand that seeking help requires immense courage, and our mission is to meet that courage with unwavering compassion, clinical excellence, and a personalized approach to healing.
Our heart for helping people is evident in every aspect of our care, from our dedicated team to our serene environment. Located at 1016 Ic King Rd, Seymour, TN 37865, in the tranquil embrace of East Tennessee, we are more than just a treatment center; we are a community committed to fostering lasting recovery and renewed lives.
Who We Are: A Team Driven by Purpose and Expertise
The foundation of Summit at Knoxville is our team, a passionate group of professionals united by a shared commitment to patient well-being. We believe that true healing comes from a collaborative effort, combining medical expertise with profound empathy.
Our Expert Leadership
Dr. Brian Fuller, MD – Medical Director
Dr. Fuller leads our medical team with exceptional expertise and a deeply compassionate philosophy. Board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, he completed medical school at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and residency at Vanderbilt University. Additionally, he completed the Nashville Advanced Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Program, a two-year intensive program that allows him to better integrate traditional talk therapy into his psychiatric practice.
Dr. Fuller is profoundly passionate about helping patients who have survived trauma and/or are struggling with addiction. He firmly believes that “the life we all deserve is within reach, no matter the adversity that one must overcome.” His prescribing philosophy is guided by the principle of using “the lowest dose necessary of non-addictive medications to help aid the process of recovery,” viewing medications as tools rather than solutions.
Michael Brennan, LPC-MHSP – Clinical Director
As our Clinical Director, Michael Brennan, LPC-MHSP, guides the therapeutic excellence of our programs. His leadership ensures that our therapeutic modalities are evidence-based, effectively delivered, and tailored to meet the diverse needs of our patients.
Together with our dedicated team of medical doctors, licensed therapists, and certified addiction counselors, we work tirelessly around the clock, available 24/7, to provide comprehensive, individualized care.
Our Philosophy of Care: Compassion, Integration, and Lasting Change
Our commitment to our patients is reflected in our core philosophy:
- Compassionate Care: We approach every patient with dignity, respect, and a deep understanding of their unique struggles. We foster a non-judgmental environment where patients feel safe to be vulnerable and engage in the healing process.
- Evidence-Based Treatment: Our programs are built upon scientifically proven therapies and medical practices, ensuring that our patients receive the most effective interventions for mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
- Integrated Healing: We believe in treating the whole person – mind, body, and spirit. Our integrated model allows us to address co-occurring mental health and addiction issues simultaneously, providing comprehensive care under one roof.
- Personalized Treatment Plans: There is no one-size-fits-all solution to recovery. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates to develop highly individualized treatment plans that evolve with each patient’s progress and unique needs.
- Holistic Well-being: Beyond therapy, we emphasize physical health and wellness. Our programs incorporate nutritious meals prepared by an on-site chef and opportunities for physical activity like guided morning hikes and outdoor basketball, supporting overall vitality and resilience.
Our Home in East Tennessee: A Healing Environment
Our facility in Seymour, TN, just outside Knoxville, is designed to be a safe and conducive environment for deep healing:
- Integrated Levels of Care: Both our medical detoxification and residential treatment services are housed in the same two-story building. This unique integrated model allows for seamless transitions between different levels of care, reducing anxiety and providing continuous support as patients progress through their recovery journey.
- Supportive Amenities: Our 48-bed facility provides a comfortable and structured setting. Housing is separated by gender and level of care, with room assignments based on age range and gender. We offer a distraction-minimized environment, with TVs only in common areas to encourage focus on recovery and peer connection. We provide 24/7 monitoring by a medical team, including nurses and nurse practitioners.
- Community Connection: We are deeply rooted in the East Tennessee community, understanding its unique challenges, including the opioid crisis (with fentanyl being a top driver in Knox County) and the high prevalence of mental illness. Our local presence allows us to offer targeted interventions and foster a sense of belonging among patients from the region. We aim to reduce the stigma surrounding addiction and mental health, fostering an environment where individuals feel safe to seek help.
- Recreational Opportunities: Patients can engage in daily outdoor basketball and guided morning hikes, which promote physical activity and provide healthy outlets for stress reduction.
Why Trust Summit at Knoxville? Building Confidence
Choosing a treatment provider is a deeply personal decision that requires trust and confidence. At Summit at Knoxville, we strive to earn that trust through our commitment to:
- Proven Effectiveness: Our dedication to evidence-based practices and compassionate care has profoundly impacted the lives of many Tennessee families. We focus on outcomes that support lasting change.
- Accessibility: We accept a wide range of insurance plans, including BCBS, Cigna, Ambetter, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Magellan, Humana, Optum, and VA CCN. Flexible self-pay options are also available. Our admissions team is ready to assist you in verifying your insurance benefits and guiding you through the payment process, ensuring that financial barriers don’t stand in the way of vital care.
- Continuum of Support: From the moment of admission through comprehensive aftercare planning, our team is dedicated to equipping patients with the tools and resources necessary to thrive post-treatment.
Begin Your Journey with Us
If you or a loved one is seeking comprehensive, compassionate, and expert-led care for addiction or mental health challenges in East Tennessee, Summit at Knoxville is here to help. Our team is ready to welcome you into a supportive environment where healing, growth, and lasting recovery are possible.
Reach out to us today. Call our main line at (865) 345-3415 to speak confidentially with our admissions team, ask questions, or begin the admissions process. Your journey to a brighter, healthier future begins here.