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Brighter Heights Maine - Bangor

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760 Union Street Suite A, Bangor, ME, Maine 04401
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Brighter Heights Maine – Bangor: Comprehensive Addiction Treatment

Located at 760 Union Street in Bangor, Maine, Brighter Heights Maine provides specialized and compassionate care for individuals struggling with substance use disorders. This facility is dedicated to helping clients achieve lasting sobriety through evidence-based practices and a commitment to individualized recovery plans. Understanding that addiction is a complex disease, Brighter Heights integrates various therapeutic approaches to address the physical, psychological, and social dimensions of recovery.

Treatment Philosophy and Approach

Brighter Heights Maine operates on the foundational belief that successful recovery requires treating the whole person, not just the addiction. Their clinical team utilizes a multidisciplinary approach, combining professional medical support with robust behavioral therapies. The goal is not merely abstinence but helping clients develop the essential life skills and coping mechanisms needed to navigate future challenges successfully.

Core Program Offerings

The facility offers a spectrum of care designed to meet clients at different stages of their recovery journey. These services are meticulously structured to provide continuity and support from initial stabilization through long-term maintenance.

  • Medical Detoxification: Medically supervised withdrawal management ensures safety and comfort as the body clears substances.
  • Residential Treatment: An intensive, structured environment providing 24/7 support and focused therapy.
  • Outpatient Programs (IOP/OP): Flexible treatment options allowing clients to receive necessary clinical care while maintaining work or family responsibilities.
  • Individual and Group Therapy: Utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing to explore root causes and modify behaviors.
  • Aftercare Planning: Developing personalized strategies for ongoing support, including connections to community resources and support groups.

Specialized Therapeutic Modalities

To enhance treatment efficacy, Brighter Heights incorporates specialized modalities tailored to individual needs. These techniques empower clients to build self-awareness and address co-occurring mental health issues, which often complicate addiction.

Therapy often involves:

  • Trauma-informed care
  • Family educational programs
  • Relapse prevention training
  • Holistic therapies (e.g., mindfulness and wellness)

The highly experienced and credentialed staff at the Bangor location provides a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere, crucial for fostering trust and vulnerability during the recovery process. Brighter Heights Maine strives to be a source of strength and guidance, illuminating the path toward a healthier, brighter future.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What insurance plans are accepted at Brighter Heights Maine?

Brighter Heights Maine works with many major insurance providers. Prospective clients are encouraged to contact the facility directly with their insurance details for a confidential benefits verification check.

How long does the average residential stay last?

The length of stay varies significantly based on individual clinical needs and progress. Programs can range from 30 to 90 days, with continuous assessment determining the most appropriate duration for effective recovery.

Does Brighter Heights Maine treat co-occurring mental health disorders?

Yes, Brighter Heights employs a dual-diagnosis approach. The program is equipped to treat addiction concurrently with common mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD, ensuring integrated and comprehensive care.

Opening Hours
Monday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tuesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wednesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thursday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Friday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Type of Care
Substance use treatment
Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Service Setting
Outpatient
Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
Regular outpatient treatment
Age Groups Accepted
Young Adults
Adults
Gender Accepted
Female
Male
Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs
Medicaid
Cash or self-payment
State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Payment Assistance Available
Payment assistance (check with facility for details)
Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Type of Opioid Treatment
Buprenorphine maintenance
Prescribes buprenorphine
Prescribes naltrexone
Opioid Medications used in Treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment
Naltrexone used in Treatment
Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
Does not treat alcohol use disorder
Pharmacotherapies
Buprenorphine with naloxone
Buprenorphine without naloxone
Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable)
Naltrexone (oral)
Clonidine
Medication for mental disorders
Assessment/Pre-treatment
Comprehensive mental health assessment
Comprehensive substance use assessment
Screening for substance use
Screening for mental disorders
Treatment Approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Motivational interviewing
Substance use disorder counseling
Trauma-related counseling
Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Recovery Support Services
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Recovery coach
Employment counseling or training
Facility Operation
Private for-profit organization
License/Certification/Accreditation
State substance use treatment agency
The Joint Commission
Testing
Drug or alcohol urine screening
Transitional Services
Aftercare/continuing care
Discharge Planning
Naloxone and overdose education
Education and Counseling Services
Substance use disorder education
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Family counseling
Facility Smoking Policy
Smoking permitted in designated area
Facility Vaping Policy
Vaping permitted in designated area
Ancillary Services
Case management service
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