About the Practice
The Balsam Center, operating as Appalachian Community Services, provides comprehensive mental health, behavioral health, substance use, and developmental disability services to individuals, families, and communities across seven western North Carolina counties. They offer a wide range of walk-in, psychiatric, substance abuse, and crisis services for both adults and children, with an integrated care approach that promotes better outcomes through coordinated treatment.
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Practice Context in IntroTherapy
- • IntroTherapy lists 38 mental health practices in Waynesville. The Balsam Center is one of them.
- • 10,219 practices statewide in North Carolina are tracked in our directory.
- • 2 practices in Waynesville accept EmblemHealth.
- • Typical mental health service compensation in North Carolina: $42,000 – $83,000 (median $55,000). Source: BLS OEWS, state cost-of-labor adjusted.
Data compiled from U.S. state licensing boards, NPI public registry, and verified practice listings. Mental health is a YMYL topic — we prioritize licensed, verified providers only. Methodology & sources · Updated August 2026.
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30 total reviews
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Balsam Center located?
The Balsam Center is located at 91 Timberlane Rd, Waynesville, NC 28786.
What is the phone number for The Balsam Center?
You can reach The Balsam Center at (828) 454-7220.
What insurance does The Balsam Center accept?
The Balsam Center accepts EmblemHealth. Confirm coverage directly with the practice before your first session.
What does The Balsam Center specialize in?
The Balsam Center lists the following clinical focus areas: Aging/Elderly, Career Counseling, Childhood Trauma, Disability, Gender Identity, LGBTQ+, Substance Abuse.
How is The Balsam Center rated?
The Balsam Center is rated 3.3 out of 5 based on 30 patient reviews.
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