Pasadena Villa
Smoky Mountain Lodge
Smoky Mountain Lodge provides residential mental health treatment in East Tennessee for adults struggling with mental health conditions and co-occurring disorders. Located near the Smoky Mountains, our program offers structured, evidence-based care in a peaceful setting just outside Knoxville and within driving distance of North Carolina, Virginia, and Georgia.
Pasadena Villa Smoky Mountain Lodge is a residential mental health treatment center nestled in the mountains of East Tennessee, near Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Set on a serene, nature-based campus with scenic mountain views, Smoky Mountain Lodge provides 24-hour structured care for adults navigating complex mental health conditions — including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, autism spectrum disorder, and co-occurring substance use disorders.
About Us
Our clinical team delivers individualized, evidence-based treatment through our proprietary Social Integration Model™, pairing clinical excellence with real-world skill development to prepare each client for a confident, lasting return to everyday life. Clients also have access to animal-assisted therapy at The Stables Autism Program, our dedicated sister facility — one of the few programs of its kind in the country.
Get to know us
Learn how our specialized programs foster recovery and support lasting wellness.
Smoky Mountain Lodge offers two levels of care designed to meet clients where they are and support them through every stage of recovery.
Residential Treatment
Our residential program provides 24-hour structured care and clinical support for adults navigating complex mental health conditions. Clients receive intensive, individualized treatment in a serene, nature-based environment designed to promote stability and long-term recovery.
Partial Hospitalization Program
Our PHP offers structured, intensive treatment with a seamless step-down from residential care — and uniquely, on-site housing options for clients who need continued support while reintegrating into daily life.
Exceptional clinical care in a compassionate, healing environment.
Treatment at Smoky Mountain Lodge is built around our proprietary Social Integration Model™ — a clinically grounded framework that moves beyond symptom stabilization to develop the social, emotional, and functional skills clients need to thrive after discharge. Every treatment plan is individualized, combining evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) with psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and family therapy.
What We Treat
How We Treat
- Acceptance + commitment therapy
- Animal-assisted therapy
- Beyond trauma: A healing journey for women
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Experiential + recreational therapy
- Family therapy
- Individual + group therapy
- Listen-empathize-agree-partner
- Psychiatric evaluation + medication management
- Relapse prevention
- Seeking Safety
Proudly accredited by Joint Commission and PsychArmor.
The Smoky Mountain Lodge Difference
What sets Pasadena Villa apart is our unwavering commitment to individualized care, clinical excellence, and real-world outcomes. Every program is designed to be inclusive, welcoming adults of all genders and sexual orientations, and every treatment plan is built around the individual’s unique needs. Accredited by The Joint Commission, our programs are held to the highest standards of quality and client safety.
The Social Integration Model™
Our proprietary Social Integration Model™ goes beyond symptom stabilization — equipping clients with the social, emotional, and functional skills needed to sustain recovery in everyday life. It’s not just treatment. It’s preparation for what comes next.
Individualized Clinical Care
No two clients are alike. At Smoky Mountain Lodge, every treatment plan is built around each individual’s history, diagnosis, and goals — combining psychiatric evaluation, evidence-based therapies, and ongoing clinical assessment to drive meaningful, measurable progress.
Alumni Program
Recovery doesn’t end at discharge. Our Alum Program keeps clients connected to the Smoky Mountain Lodge community through ongoing resources, peer support, and family programming — providing the continuity of care that sustains long-term mental health and well-being.
“Pasadena Villa and Smoky Mountain Lodge were nothing short of life-changing for me. When I arrived, I was struggling more than I could admit, but I left feeling hopeful, grounded, and truly myself again. The healing I experienced there went deeper than I ever expected—emotionally, mentally, and even spiritually.”
- Grateful Alum
- Pasadena Villa Smoky Mountain Lodge
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Insurance + Payment Options
We are in network with multiple insurance providers. We also accept out-of-network insurance and private pay. As a VA Community Care Network provider, we proudly serve veterans seeking residential mental health treatment (NPI: 1073753059).
Please note we do not accept Medicare or Medicaid.
In-network insurance:
- Aetna, Beacon Health, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Optum, Quest
Meet Our Team
Smoky Mountain Lodge is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of licensed mental health professionals dedicated to delivering individualized, evidence-based care in a welcoming and inclusive environment. From clinical staff to support personnel, every member of our team is committed to each client’s progress — and to the culture of excellence that defines Smoky Mountain Lodge.
FAQs
Questions about Smoky Mountain Lodge
What is Pasadena Villa Smoky Mountain Lodge in Sevierville, TN?
Pasadena Villa Smoky Mountain Lodge is a residential mental health treatment center in Sevierville, Tennessee, serving adults 18 and older throughout East Tennessee and beyond. Set near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, our multidisciplinary team provides 24-hour structured care for adults navigating complex mental health conditions, with residential treatment and partial hospitalization (PHP) options.
What mental health conditions are treated at Smoky Mountain Lodge?
Smoky Mountain Lodge provides residential treatment for adults with a wide range of complex mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), bipolar disorder, depressive disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and trauma, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, thought disorders, and co-occurring substance use disorders.
How is Smoky Mountain Lodge different from other residential treatment centers in Tennessee?
Smoky Mountain Lodge combines individualized, evidence-based treatment with Pasadena Villa’s proprietary Social Integration Model™ — a clinically grounded framework that goes beyond symptom stabilization to help clients develop the skills they need to thrive after discharge. Our campus is nestled near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and clients have access to animal-assisted therapy through our dedicated sister facility, The Stables Autism Program. Our Alum Program provides ongoing peer support, resources, and family programming to sustain long-term mental health and well-being.
Is Pasadena Villa Smoky Mountain Lodge accredited?
Yes. Smoky Mountain Lodge is accredited by The Joint Commission — the gold standard in behavioral health care quality. This accreditation reflects our commitment to clinical excellence, client safety, and measurable outcomes across every aspect of our program.
Does Pasadena Villa Smoky Mountain Lodge accept insurance?
Smoky Mountain Lodge is in-network with Aetna, Beacon, Blue Cross Blue Shield and its affiliates, Cigna, Optum, and Quest Behavioral Health. Out-of-network insurance and private pay are also accepted. As a VA Community Care Network provider, we also proudly serve eligible veterans. Medicare and Medicaid are not accepted.
Take the next step at Smoky Mountain Lodge.
Our admissions team is available to answer your questions, verify your insurance, and guide you through every step of the process. Reach out for a consultation — we’re here when you’re ready.
Your privacy is our priority. All communication is completely confidential.