FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Eight Acadia Healthcare treatment centers have been recognized in Newsweek’s 2026 ranking of America’s Best Residential Addiction Treatment Centers, highlighting the organization’s commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care for individuals seeking recovery from substance use disorders.
Among the recognized facilities, Wilmington Treatment Center earned the No. 1 ranking in North Carolina, while Mirror Lake Recovery Center ranked No. 1 in Tennessee.|
Six additional Acadia facilities were recognized in their respective states:
- Bradford Recovery Center – Pennsylvania
- Pocono Mountain Recovery Center – Pennsylvania
- Starlite Recovery Center – Texas
- Twelve Oaks Treatment Center – Florida
- Serenity Knolls – California
- Bayside Marin Treatment Center – California
Across Acadia’s national network of treatment centers, teams are dedicated to illuminating paths to healing for individuals and families facing the challenges of addiction through evidence-based treatment and compassionate care.
For Robert Pitts, CEO of Wilmington Treatment Center, the No. 1 ranking in North Carolina is a reflection of the collective efforts of every team member.
“This ranking belongs to our entire team,” Pitts said. “It is the result of countless actions, large and small, taken by employees across every department.”
Pitts noted that the commitment required to serve patients extends far beyond clinical expertise.
“We face challenging situations, difficult decisions and circumstances that test us individually and collectively,” he said. “Yet time and again, we rise above those challenges. We remain focused on our patients, support one another and continue delivering care that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.”
Because the rankings incorporate feedback from treatment professionals, facility credentials and patient reviews, the recognition reflects perspectives from those who know addiction treatment best: the clinicians who provide care and the individuals who experience it.
