You're Not the First to Walk Through Our Doors. You Won't Be the Last.

Every person who comes to Emmaus arrives with a story — fear, exhaustion, a long road behind them, and the quiet hope that something could finally be different. These are some of those stories, told in their own words.
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Why Families and Patients Choose Emmaus

4 Locations Across East Tennessee & Southwest Virginia, plus virtual care.

Whole-Person Care Medical treatment, counseling, and faith-supported recovery — together.

Long-Term Support We don't disappear after the first month. We stay with you.

Judgment-Free You'll be treated like family, not a case file.

Recovery Looks Different for Everyone — But No One Walks It Alone.

If you’re reading this page, there’s a good chance you’re trying to decide whether to call us. Maybe for yourself. Maybe for someone you love.

We won’t pretend recovery is easy. But we can promise you this: you won’t go through it by yourself.

The voices below belong to real patients and family members who once stood exactly where you are now.

By far the best place I’ve been to in a10 year time.  Emmaus has been a positive change for me. My last doctor was adding additional unnecessary stress. I was treated as if I didn’t matter. Coming here each week, I noticed that pretty much everyone here is nice and caring. I love that it is a non-judgmental place. I feel supported, and I feel that the doctor and staff truly care about my journey. Im not happy I have to be going anywhere for treatment. But I am thankful to have found a place that I can be comfortable to come to. I think that more business should be run like this one! I was excited to see verses from the bible and things like that also! Where God’s present but it’s not forced on you or a topic of discussion, everything I would want or more I get here and I hope for a now on. Thank you, Emmaus!

12-20-24

Aimee

Johnson City

I haven’t written a review in a while, but I wanted to take a moment to share that we are still a strong, loving family here. If you’re looking for a true “home,” this is where your journey begins! Just know that once you walk through the door, you’ve been warned: You will be loved and cared for 24/7. Your voice will be heard, and your feelings respected. Concerns and opinions will be shared with kindness, never forced upon you. However, if you’re not serious about learning to love yourself, this may not be the place for you. Here, we believe that love starts from within, and everyone is accepted and cared for.

Thank you to my beautiful family of souls at Emmaus. Merry Christmas and a Blessed, Joyful New Year to all. We love you!

P.S. This is where love begins and addiction ends—so pick up the phone and call!

12-19-24

Bobbie

Bulls Gap

Great people they try to help. Best doctor I could have got. They will help any way they can. God bless all of them.

5-30-25

Verlin C

Blountville

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From the Families Who Love Them

Recovery doesn’t just change one life — it heals whole families.

“For three years I felt like I was watching my son disappear. The Thursday night family group was the first place I could exhale. They saved me before they saved him.”

— Linda, mother

“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

“I thought reaching out would mean betraying my brother. Instead, the team helped me understand how to actually help him. He came in three months after I did.”

— Marcus, sibling

Patient Stories

We Guide Individuals On Their Journey To Overcoming Addiction, Helping Them Rediscover Their Strength And Purpose In Life.

Jennifer S.

JC TN

I came back to Emmaus recently and am happy I did. They welcomed me back and always make me feel welcome here. I love it here and am thankful for them.

Keisha H.

I use to get into all kinds of trouble. In and out of jail, strong out on drugs including IV drugs. I went to jail in Feb of 2013 for 10 months. Every since I got out of jail, I have stayed out of trouble and off the needle for 10 years next months.Even though I relapsed on pills, I always knew that if I used the needle again, even if it was time I be back on it and I didn’t want to be. My dad and brother use to use the needle in front of me and I still never picked it back up. It was hard but well worth it.

I have been coming here since they opened. You couldn’t ask for better case or people to help get you back on your feet in every way possible. Thank you all so much and anyone who is serious about getting their life back.

Sheila M.

Bristol

Since being at Emmaus Medical I have been clean. Since 2017 and I have it all to the counselors and describes as well staying clean and changes people places and scenery.

I would say this facility has never falls short on my medical needs. I have no longer have cravings and I am starting to top & off. So I would say this has been a successful outcome for my recovery. I would elaborate more but I am on my lunch break on limited time.

Elizabethton

My son and I come here and always will recommend who wants to be welcome with open arms. You could not find a better place to not only start recovery but also fill you. Spiritually, mentally emotionally coming here you truly are made whole to like a Quality of life you can live. Thank you to each and every one of you from our soul for all you do to uplift us in every way possible and for allowing us to be human along the way has meant so much. Truly thank you and God bless all of you! We love you.

Sarah B.

Greenville

This place is amazing! I have been to allot of clinics over the years. Heal to deal with all the judgment & hateful looks. Emmaus is different! They genuinely care about you and your well-being. And if/when you mess up, they continue over and over to lift you back up and put you back on track. Dr Backus is hands down the best Dr. and person that I’ve ever met. He won’t give up on you and always has an ‘outside the box” solution to fit your situation. Pedra will make you cry but only because she is great at her job. They actually called me after I had fall off a few months just to check on me. If you want a completely nonjudgmental clinic to go to this is it. Love you guys.

Felecia B

Laster County

Emmaus Medical & Counseling has change my life in so many ways in which are all in good ways. The staffs are amazing and very friendly. They have empathy for anyone and everyone. They do not judge anyone they love everyone who walks their doors. Emmaus staffs care about you as an individuals. The Dr are so nice and very encouraging you as well the counseling is very helpful, they make you feel like your home. They give you encouragement in everything you. They are with you every step of your journey. Emmaus Medical and Counseling means love, strength and healing.

Christio H.

Roan Mtn TN.

I started coming here for addiction. I had a normal life working everyday and happy. Mess men back up and started taking precise for the pain, got use to dosage, got addicted on pain killers. Started hating life. Didn’t want to do anything and I could tell it was putting tow on my family. Then I heard about Emmaus Medical, there relay are people and help me threw everything. Know my work family and attitude is much better. I feel like living again. And the nurses there don’t look at you like you’re a drug help. They understand that it is a disease and don’t look down at you. And I am very thankful I came here.

Tylo T.

Through Emmaus Medical Clinic I was able to find stability in a multitude of queries in my life. They provided support and help so I could start turning my life back around. The staff are very caring, humblest, and helpful and work with my schedule. I have consistently been a patient for a few years. Each year you are with them things have gotten better. The change in my life has been drastic and I have a positive look at the future for the first time in my life. The doctors are wonderful people and genuinely cure. They are understanding, helpful, and supportive. Through Emmaus, I’ve seen able to get my life back on track. By a lot I mean I have constantly stayed employed and have been doing alright financially. My relationships with others have been consistent and improved with family and friends. I have been able to mentally stay and emotionally where before. I was very stressed. My mental health has improved tremendously. Basically all around it almost every single aspect of my life has improved since I walked in Emmanus gave me stability and consistency when I needed it most. You and yourself have to do the work but they provide the feels.

K Greene

Johnson City

Emmaus is a Great Place to get recovery help. All of the staff show how they care for you and want to help every patient to be successful in recovery as well as in life. This has been my all-time favorite and best facility. I have ever been to for recovery. I once left the facility and then came back due to how wonderful the staff are. They ALL care and show that they care along with the doctors here. They have never once shown nor made me feel like a number or that they could care less about my recovery. They have shown that they care about my recovery and home life. Best Place for Recovery Staff Ever!!

Victoria M

I absolutely love you all. I feel comfortable here. The best part is not feeling judged. Always help me with whatever you can. I enjoy coming here

Jennifer S.

Johnson City

I came back to Emmaus recently and am happy I did. They welcomed me back and always make me feel welcome here. I love it here and am thankful for them.

Keisha H.

Johnson City

I use to get into all kinds of trouble. In and out of jail, strong out on drugs including IV drugs. I went to jail in Feb of 2013 for 10 months. Every since I got out of jail, I have stayed out of trouble and off the needle for 10 years next months.Even though I relapsed on pills, I always knew that if I used the needle again, even if it was time I be back on it and I didn’t want to be. My dad and brother use to use the needle in front of me and I still never picked it back up. It was hard but well worth it.

Verlin C.

Blountville

Great people they try to help. Best doctor I could have got. They will help any way they can. God bless all of them.

D.L.

Johnson City

So anyone that knows me knows that I've been in quite a few different treatment spots the one I was at last I had thought actually cared. Although once I came here to Emmaus I found out what patient care really was and is and continues to be, If you're thinking about getting treatment or know somebody that needs treatment I highly recommend this place to anybody and everybody that needs help because the people here care. You'll know that from the time you get here five stars to everybody that works here thank you so much thank you for your patience thank you for your understanding I really appreciate you.

The Common Thread in Every Story

Different lives. Different roads. One thing every patient says about Emmaus.

You'll Be Treated Like Family Not a chart, not a number. Our staff knows your name, your story, and what you're working toward.

Faith-Supported, Never Forced For those who want it, faith is woven gently into the journey. For those who don't, the door is just as open.

We Stay With You Recovery isn't a 30-day program. We're with you for the long road — through the wins, the setbacks, and everything between.

Where to Find Us

Emmaus serves communities across East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. Telehealth is available where appropriate.

Also serving: Elizabethton, Erwin, Gray, Kingsport, Bristol, Morristown, Jonesborough, Greeneville, Rogersville, Mosheim, Gate City, Bloomingdale, and Mt. Carmel.

Bulls Gap, TN

Tel

423-393-4146

Address

273 Hwy. 11E Suite E
Bulls Gap, TN 37711

Fax

423-393-4377

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Johnson City, TN

Tel

423-202-3008

Address

1730 Old Gray Station Rd
Johnson City, TN 37615

Fax
423-202-7835
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Weber City, VA

Tel

276-885-0190

Address

2834 US Hwy 23 n
Weber City. VA 24290

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276-885-0191
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