Faith-Supported. Patient-Focused. Life-Changing.
For 20 years, we've walked alongside East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia through addiction recovery — treating people like family, never like a problem to be managed.
The Short Answer
Emmaus Medical & Recovery is a faith-supported outpatient addiction treatment provider founded in 2006 near Greeneville, Tennessee. It treats opioid use disorder, alcohol use disorder, and other substance use disorders with medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and counseling at four clinics — Johnson City and Bulls Gap, TN, and Weber City and Grundy, VA — plus telehealth across Tennessee and Virginia. Emmaus is LegitScript certified and accepts most insurance, including TennCare, Virginia Medicaid, and Medicare.
Our Story
Why we started Emmaus, and why we're still here two decades later.
Emmaus was founded in 2006 near Greeneville, Tennessee, on a simple, urgent idea: addiction is a medical condition, not a moral failure, and people deserve to be treated that way.
In the years since, our region has been hit hard by the opioid crisis. We've watched it tear apart families, neighbors, and entire communities. We've also watched recovery happen — the kind that lets a parent show up for their kids again, lets a worker keep their job, and lets a person rediscover who they were before addiction took the wheel.
"Emmaus" comes from the Bible — the road where two travelers walked alongside someone in their darkest hour. That's what we try to do here. Walk alongside.
We've grown from a single clinic to four locations across Tennessee and Virginia — Johnson City, Bulls Gap, Weber City, and our newest clinic in Grundy — plus virtual care that reaches anyone in either state with a phone or computer. Our approach hasn't changed since day one: meet people where they are, treat them like family, and never give up on them.
We're faith-supported, which means we believe in the dignity of every person who walks through our doors. But we're never faith-forced. Whether you come from deep faith, no faith, or somewhere in between, you belong here.
Emmaus at a Glance
The key facts about who we are and how we work.
| Founded | 2006, near Greeneville, TN |
|---|---|
| Type of care | Outpatient addiction treatment — no residential stays |
| Core specialty | Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder |
| Also treats | Alcohol, stimulant, sedative, kratom/7-OH, and polysubstance use disorders |
| Clinics | Johnson City, TN · Bulls Gap, TN · Weber City, VA · Grundy, VA |
| Telehealth | Anywhere in Tennessee and Virginia |
| Insurance | TennCare, Virginia Medicaid, Medicare & most commercial plans |
| Certification | LegitScript certified |
| Privacy | HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 protected |
| New patients | Same-day appointments — arrive by 2 PM |
What We Stand For
Five principles that guide every patient interaction, every decision, every day.
No Judgment, Ever
You won't be lectured or shamed. Whatever brought you here, you're welcome. Addiction is a medical issue — period.
Faith-Supported, Not Forced
Faith informs our compassion, not our requirements. Patients of every background receive the same care.
Treated Like Family
Not a number, a case file, or a billing code. Real conversations with real people who care how you're doing today.
Evidence-Based Care
FDA-approved medications and proven counseling methods. Compassion doesn't replace science — it strengthens it.
We Don't Give Up
Relapse isn't failure — it's information. When someone stumbles, we adjust the plan. We've helped patients other programs gave up on.
Who We Serve
Most of our patients are hardworking people from the communities around us — parents, employees, neighbors, and friends. Many struggled for years before asking for help.
- Adults with opioid use disorder
- People seeking help for alcohol use disorder
- Family members worried about a loved one
- People who tried other programs that didn't stick
- Anyone who wants privacy and discretion
- Patients who want outpatient care, not residential
Our Four-Pillar Approach
We don't just treat addiction — we help patients rebuild their lives. That takes more than medication alone.
Medication-Assisted Treatment
FDA-approved medications that reduce cravings and withdrawal, monitored by experienced providers. Learn about MAT.
Counseling & Therapy
Individual and group counseling that addresses the why beneath the addiction, because lasting recovery takes more than medicine.
Faith-Supported Care
Available for those who want it, never required. Faith-informed compassion that respects every patient's background.
Family & Whole-Life Support
One-on-one guidance for families, telehealth options, and help with insurance and benefits. Help for Families.
Trust, Privacy & Credentials
We meet the standards required for medical addiction care, and your privacy is protected by federal law.
LegitScript Certified
Verified as a legitimate addiction treatment provider — the industry standard for trustworthy care.
HIPAA Compliant
All patient information is protected under federal medical privacy law and never shared without your consent.
42 CFR Part 2 Protected
Substance use treatment has extra federal privacy protection beyond HIPAA. Your treatment stays confidential.
Licensed Medical Providers
Our team includes physicians, nurse practitioners, counselors, and credentialed staff, all licensed in the states where they practice.
What Patients & Families Say
Real people, real recovery, real life.
By far the best place I've been to in 10 years. Emmaus has been a positive change for me. I'm treated like I matter — everyone here is nice and caring. I love that it's a non-judgmental place.— Aimee, Johnson City
My husband had tried two other programs. What's different about Emmaus is that they didn't give up when he relapsed. They just adjusted the plan. He's been stable for over a year now.— Rachel, Wife of Patient
If you're looking for a true 'home,' this is where your journey begins. You will be loved and cared for. Your voice will be heard. This is where love begins, and addiction ends.— Bobbie, Bulls Gap, TN
Where to Find Us
Four clinics across East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, open Monday–Friday, 8 AM – 4 PM. Arrive by 2 PM to be seen the same day.
📍 Johnson City, TN
- Address
- 1730 Old Gray Station Rd
Johnson City, TN 37615 - Fax
- 423-202-7835
📍 Grundy, VA
- Address
- 21052 Riverside Dr Ste 5
Grundy, VA 24614 - Status
- Newest location
💻 Virtual Visits
- Coverage
- Anywhere in Tennessee & Virginia
- Hours
- Same as our clinics
About Emmaus: Common Questions
Quick answers about who we are.
What is Emmaus Medical & Recovery?
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Reach Out — We're Here
Whether you're seeking help for yourself or someone you love, we'll listen. No pressure, no judgment, no obligation.
Send Us a Confidential Message
We'll respond by email, text, or phone — whatever works best for you. Prefer to talk? Call 423-202-3008.
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42 CFR Pt 2
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Real Help, From People Who Genuinely Care.
Since 2006, we've walked alongside our community through one of the hardest things a person can face. Whatever brought you here, we're glad you came. The next step is easier than you think.
Confidential • Compassionate • Patient-Focused