Eliada Homes Opened New Asheville Counseling Center
The facility provides mental health care for local families using both clinical therapy and outdoor activities.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Mental Health
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Eliada Homes has launched a new counseling center in Asheville, North Carolina, designed to support lower-income families. The facility offers medication management and a range of therapy sessions to address growing local needs.
Why it matters
The center aims to mitigate a critical shortage of mental health providers in the region and specifically addresses the ongoing psychological impact on children following Hurricane Helene.
A 2025 report card from NC Child assigned North Carolina a grade of F for youth mental health services. Currently, more than half of children aged 3 to 17 who require mental health care face significant barriers to access.
The players
Eliada Homes
This nonprofit organization provides comprehensive care and support services for children and families.
Dogwood Health Trust
This foundation supports health initiatives and projects focused on improving the quality of life for residents in Western North Carolina.
WNC Bridge Foundation
This organization provides philanthropic support and grants to improve health and wellness across the region.
Biltmore Farms
This real estate and development firm contributes to regional community projects and local infrastructure.
NC Child
This organization researches and advocates for policies that improve the health and safety of children across North Carolina.
The details
The nonprofit converted a previously unused building into a counseling space that integrates traditional family, individual, and group therapy with unconventional approaches like equine-assisted therapy, hiking, and basketball. By accepting Medicaid, the center provides a crucial pathway for lower-income residents to receive professional assessments and medication management.
Timeline
The North Carolina Child Health Report Card was released in 2025.
The new counseling center officially opened its doors on October 6, 2026.
The Big Picture
The 2025 North Carolina Child Health Report Card established the critical state of youth mental health that necessitated this project. The opening of the center follows a pattern of local community intervention to address service gaps identified in the report.
Local families now have a new option for mental health services that specifically accepts Medicaid, potentially reducing financial barriers to care. Patients can access a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including physical activity-based sessions that may not be available elsewhere.
The takeaway
This initiative demonstrates how regional partnerships can bridge gaps in healthcare accessibility for underserved populations. Families in Western North Carolina can utilize these services to access integrated care that combines clinical assessments with active engagement.
Further reading
For additional context on regional care, visit the Mental Health section.
More information
To learn more about available programs and services, visit the Eliada Homes official website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WLOS.
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