MCCA – Waterbury Outpatient: Compassionate Addiction Treatment in Connecticut
MCCA’s Waterbury Outpatient Clinic, located at 34 Murray Street, is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate treatment options for individuals seeking recovery from addiction. As part of MCCA’s network of care, this facility focuses on delivering flexible treatment tailored to meet diverse needs, ensuring individuals can pursue recovery while managing personal and professional obligations.
Treatment Programs and Services
The Waterbury Outpatient clinic offers a full spectrum of addiction treatment services, prioritizing accessibility and quality care. Programs are designed to address various stages of addiction and co-occurring issues, utilizing evidence-based practices.
Core Offerings
- Outpatient Treatment: Standard outpatient services including individual, group, and family therapy.
- Intensive Outpatient (IOP): A higher level of care suitable for those who require structured support but cannot commit to a residential program. IOP groups are typically offered during both day and evening hours for maximum flexibility.
- Spanish Intensive Outpatient Treatment (IOP): Dedicated programming to ensure culturally sensitive care for Spanish-speaking clients.
Specialty Focuses
MCCA understands that effective recovery often requires addressing specific underlying issues. The Waterbury location integrates specialized services into its treatment plans, promoting holistic healing and preventing relapse.
- Bettor Choice Gambling Program: Specialized services for individuals struggling with problem gambling.
- Gender Specific Relapse Prevention: Groups designed to address the unique challenges faced by different genders in maintaining sobriety.
- Specialty Skills Group for Trauma-informed Care: Groups utilizing trauma-informed approaches to help clients process past experiences and build essential coping skills.
Accessibility and Scheduling
The clinic maintains extensive hours to accommodate clients’ schedules, demonstrating a commitment to removing barriers to treatment. The facility also features Open Access hours, allowing for same-day evaluation for those urgently seeking help.
Hours of Operation
- Monday: 8:30 am–9 pm
- Tuesday: 8:30 am–5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 8:30 am–9 pm
- Thursday: 8:30 am–9 pm
- Friday: 9 am–4 pm
For immediate support or admission details, MCCA encourages contacting their central line at 1-877-874-6222.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the typical time commitment for the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) at Waterbury?
The commitment varies by individual treatment plan, but the clinic offers flexible scheduling with groups held during the day and in the evenings (Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday for Evening IOP) to balance treatment with work or family duties.
Does the MCCA Waterbury clinic offer services for mental health alongside addiction treatment?
While the primary focus is addiction, the clinic utilizes trauma-informed care and offers specialty skills groups, recognizing that co-occurring mental health issues often accompany substance use disorders.
How does one begin the admissions process at the Waterbury Outpatient clinic?
New clients can utilize the clinic’s Open Access hours, typically on Tuesdays from 8:30 am–12:30 pm, for same-day assessment, or they can call the general admissions number to determine their next steps and available options.
