Cathryn Avery

Advantage Behavioral Health Systems is a trusted provider of compassionate, person-centered behavioral health care for individuals and families across Northeast Georgia. Serving ten counties, Advantage helps people facing mental health challenges, intellectual or developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders find hope and healing through comprehensive treatment and recovery support. Their experienced team of professionals offers a wide range of services designed to meet each client’s unique needs, including counseling, crisis stabilization, community-based programs, and addiction recovery services.

Through programs such as anger management and substance use treatment, Advantage empowers clients to better understand their emotions, develop healthy coping strategies, and strengthen relationships at home and in the community. These services are especially valuable for those navigating personal challenges, legal requirements, or ongoing emotional distress. Advantage’s approach emphasizes both behavioral and physical health integration, ensuring that every individual receives holistic, coordinated care.

As one of Georgia’s 22 Community Service Boards and accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), Advantage Behavioral Health Systems serves as a vital safety net for uninsured and underinsured residents. Their commitment to innovation is reflected in their transition to the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model, expanding access to quality, evidence-based services. Whether through individual therapy, group sessions, anger management programs, or recovery support, Advantage strives to improve lives and strengthen communities by helping people live their best, most stable lives possible.