Casco Bay Recovery

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Substance Use

Treatment Focus

This center treats substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Your treatment plan addresses each condition at once with personalized, compassionate care for comprehensive healing.

Outpatient

Primary Level of Care

Outpatient treatment offers flexible therapeutic and medical care without the need to stay overnight in a hospital or inpatient facility. Some centers offer intensive outpatient program (IOP), which falls between inpatient care and traditional outpatient service.

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Insurance

Provider's Policy

Casco Bay Recovery allows a variety of different options to help pay for your rehab needs. They are in-network with Mainecare, Harvard Pilgram and Tufts Health.

At Casco Bay Recovery, they walk every step of the healing journey with their clients. From partial hospitalization programs and intensive outpatient programs to aftercare planning, they offer a full menu of outpatient treatment options. They not only treat substance use disorders, but the underlying mental health conditions that often come with it. With options for medication-assisted treatment, gender-specific care, and young adults programs, Casco Bay truly personalizes their care for each client.

Feel a Personal Connection—More Than a Treatment Plan

Casco Bay Recovery’s approach is rooted in real connection—not just protocols. Treatment isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about helping each person feel seen and heard in the ways that they need. Clinicians don’t hand out cookie cutter plans; they work closely with each client using trusted therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing. Every client is met with honesty and heart, because Casco Bay doesn’t forget the human behind the diagnosis.

Enjoy a Clean, Quiet, Coastal Environment

On the coast of Portland, Maine, this center blends the charm of New England with a comfortable clinical setting to support deep personal work. Inside, clients find a clean, cozy space that fosters a sense of calm, while outside, the proximity to Casco Bay’s beauty offers opportunities for grounding.

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Highlights from the Center

Highlights

These highlights are provided by and paid for by the center.

  • Customized Treatment Plans

  • Holistic Approach

  • Certified Professionals

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
989 Brighton Ave Portland, ME 04102 View Map
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and co-occurring mental healt...

Treatment Focus

This center treats substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Your treatment plan addresses each condition at once with personalized, compassionate care for comprehensive healing.

Accreditation
Joint Commission

Joint Commission Accredited

The Joint Commission accreditation is a voluntary, objective process that evaluates and accredits healthcare organizations (like treatment centers) based on performance standards designed to improve quality and safety for patients. To be accredited means the treatment center has been found to meet the Commission's standards for quality and safety in patient care.

Typical Program Length
30-90 days
Founded in 2022
4 years in business
Occupancy
31-50 beds
Conditions We Treat
ADHD, ADD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression +4 More
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Benzodiazepines, Co-Occurring Disorders, Cocaine +9 More
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(888) 913-7507

Testimonial
From the moment I made the decision to stop my life and face my addiction; Casco Bay Recovery held my hand and gently guided me. The entire staff is extremely thoughtful, delicate, informative and supportive. I am so grateful and thankful to have chosen this facility. With their help and teachings I feel confident with my ongoing quest of Recovery. I have made beautiful connections with their lovely staff and know I can call them anytime. Thank you SO much CBR. You changed and saved my life.
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Anastasia B.
How to pay

Insurance Accepted

BlueCross BlueShield
United Healthcare
Aetna
Cigna
Anthem
Tricare
Humana
Highmark
Ambetter
Optum
Carelon Behavioral Health
Provider's Policy: Casco Bay Recovery allows a variety of different options to help pay for your rehab needs. They are in-network with Mainecare, Harvard Pilgram and Tufts Health.
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Cash Pay Rates

Estimated Cash Pay Rate

Center pricing can vary based on program and length of stay. Contact the center for more information. Recovery.com strives for price transparency so you can make an informed decision.

If you are not using insurance, the pricing listed below is an estimate of the cash pay rate.
Day
$333 (PHP)
Day
$150 (IOP)
(888) 913-7507
Receive Support for the Body and Mind in Early Recovery
Receive Support for the Body and Mind in Early Recovery
Casco Bay Recovery uses medication-assisted treatment (MAT) as a bridge to stability, safety, and lasting change. MAT is used thoughtfully and individually, combining Suboxone or Vivitrol with therapy and peer support to ease cravings and prevent relapse. MAT is used to create space for people to heal mentally and emotionally without being overwhelmed by obsession or withdrawal.
Find Tools, People, and Structure for Life after Treatment
Find Tools, People, and Structure for Life after Treatment
The real work of recovery begins after treatment—and Casco Bay Recovery is there for every step that follows. They offer ongoing counseling, peer support, relapse prevention planning, and help finding sober housing, if needed. Staying sober isn’t about having enough willpower—it’s about having the right people and structure in place long after clients leave.
Get Support for the Most Pivotal Chapter of Life
Get Support for the Most Pivotal Chapter of Life
Casco Bay’s young adult program is where clarity replaces chaos. Designed for people in their late teens and twenties, this program meets young adults at the crossroads of identity, pressure, and potential. With age-appropriate therapy, life skills, and peer connection, clients learn to manage emotions, let go of the past, and build a future that actually excites them.
Navigate Recovery with Gender-Specific Care
Navigate Recovery with Gender-Specific Care
Healing is personal, and so is the path to get there. Casco Bay Recovery offers gender-specific treatment programs designed to meet the emotional, psychological, and social needs of both men and women. In these focused spaces, clients open up more freely, build trust with peers, and work through challenges without performing or hiding.

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Joint Commission Accredited

Joint Commission Accredited

Licensed by DHHS Maine

Licensed by DHHS Maine

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Staff

Meet Your Care Team

Leslie Briggs

Leslie Briggs

Director, Admissions

Gregory Perchik

Gregory Perchik

Clinical Director

LCSW, CCS

Julie Smith

Julie Smith

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

APRN, PMHNP-BC

Nicholas Pfenning

Nicholas Pfenning

Program Director

LADC, CCS

Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Twelve Step

Twelve Step

Incorporating spirituality, community, and responsibility, 12-Step philosophies prioritize the guidance of a Higher Power and a continuation of 12-Step practices.

Prescription Drugs

Prescription Drugs

It's possible to abuse any drug, even prescribed ones. If you crave a medication, or regularly take it more than directed, you may have an addiction.

Anxiety

Anxiety

Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.

Family Program
Drug Addiction

Drug Addiction

Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.

Opioids

Opioids

Opioids produce pain-relief and euphoria, which can lead to addiction. This class of drugs includes prescribed medication and the illegal drug heroin.

Methamphetamine

Methamphetamine

Methamphetamine, or meth, increases energy, agitation, and paranoia. Long-term use can result in severe physical and mental health issues.

Alcohol

Alcohol

Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Older Adults

Older Adults

Addiction and mental health treatment caters to adults 55+ and the age-specific challenges that can come with recovery, wellness, and overall happiness.

Young Adults

Young Adults

Emerging adults ages 18-25 receive treatment catered to the unique challenges of early adulthood, like college, risky behaviors, and vocational struggles.

Men and Women

Men and Women

Men and women attend treatment for addiction in a co-ed setting, going to therapy groups together to share experiences, struggles, and successes.

Mild Disabilities

Mild Disabilities

Adults with mild physical or intellectual disabilities receive treatment catered to their specific needs in a safe and clinically supportive environment.

Professionals

Professionals

Busy, high-ranking professionals get the personalized treatment they need with greater accommodations for work, privacy, and outside communication.

Veterans

Veterans

Patients who completed active military duty receive specialized treatment focused on trauma, grief, loss, and finding a new work-life balance.

Treatment Services

Day Treatment

Day Treatment

In a PHP, patients live at home but follow an intensive schedule of treatment. Most programs require you to be on-site for about 40 hours per week.

Intensive Outpatient Program

Intensive Outpatient Program

In an IOP, patients live at home or a sober living, but attend treatment typically 9-15 hours a week. Most programs include talk therapy, support groups, and other methods.

Outpatient

Outpatient

During outpatient rehab, patients attend a structured treatment program while continuing to live at home.

Outpatient Therapy
Virtual

Approaches

Evidence-Based

Evidence-Based

A combination of scientifically rooted therapies and treatments make up evidence-based care, defined by their measured and proven results.

Family Involvement

Family Involvement

Providers involve family in the treatment of their loved one through family therapy, visits, or both–because addiction is a family disease.

Holistic

Holistic

A non-medicinal, wellness-focused approach that aims to align the mind, body, and spirit for deep and lasting healing.

Personalized Treatment

Personalized Treatment

The specific needs, histories, and conditions of individual patients receive personalized, highly relevant care throughout their recovery journey.

Twelve Step

Twelve Step

Incorporating spirituality, community, and responsibility, 12-Step philosophies prioritize the guidance of a Higher Power and a continuation of 12-Step practices.

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling

1-on-1 Counseling

Patient and therapist meet 1-on-1 to work through difficult emotions and behavioral challenges in a personal, private setting.

Acupuncture
Art Therapy

Art Therapy

Visual art invites patients to examine the emotions within their work, focusing on the process of creativity and its gentle therapeutic power.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Experiential Therapy

Experiential Therapy

With this approach, patients heal by doing. Therapists help patients process difficult emotions to speak, using guided activities like art or dance.

Family Therapy

Family Therapy

Family therapy addresses group dynamics within a family system, with a focus on improving communication and interrupting unhealthy relationship patterns.

Gestalt Therapy

Gestalt Therapy

This treatment teaches self-awareness, interrupts negative thought patterns, and gives patients insight into how their environment impacts mental health.

Group Therapy

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

ADHD, ADD

ADHD, ADD

ADHD is a common mental health condition caused by dopamine imbalance. Common symptoms include inattention, hyperactivitiy, and impulsivity.

Anxiety

Anxiety

Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.

Bipolar

Bipolar

This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.

Depression

Depression

Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

OCD is characterized by intrusive and distressing thoughts that drive repetitive behaviors. This pattern disrupts daily life and relationships.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

PTSD is a long-term mental health issue caused by a disturbing event or events. Symptoms include anxiety, dissociation, flashbacks, and intrusive thoughts.

Stress

Stress

Stress is a natural reaction to challenges, and it can even help you adapt. However, chronic stress can cause physical and mental health issues.

Trauma

Trauma

Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."

Substances We Treat

Alcohol

Alcohol

Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines are prescribed to treat anxiety and sleep issues. They are highly habit forming, and their abuse can cause mood changes and poor judgement.

Co-Occurring Disorders

Co-Occurring Disorders

A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.

Cocaine

Cocaine

Cocaine is a stimulant with euphoric effects. Agitation, muscle ticks, psychosis, and heart issues are common symptoms of cocaine abuse.

Drug Addiction

Drug Addiction

Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.

Ecstasy

Ecstasy

Ecstasy is a stimulant that causes intense euphoria and heightened awareness. Abuse of this drug can trigger depression, insomnia, and memory problems.

Heroin

Heroin

Heroin is a highly addictive and illegal opioid. It can cause insomnia, collapsed veins, heart issues, and additional mental health issues.

Marijuana
Methamphetamine

Methamphetamine

Methamphetamine, or meth, increases energy, agitation, and paranoia. Long-term use can result in severe physical and mental health issues.

Aftercare

Family Follow-up Counseling
Support Meetings
Ability to Call a Counselor
Outpatient Treatment
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Amenities

Kitchenette
Outdoor Lounge
Outdoor Space

Special Considerations

Family Program
Wheelchair Accessible
Flexible technology policies

Flexible technology policies

Centers with flexible technology policies allow professionals to stay in touch with work and give patients a greater sense of connection and normalcy.

Gender-specific groups

Gender-specific groups

Patients in gender-specific groups gain the opportunity to discuss challenges unique to their gender in a comfortable, safe setting conducive to healing.

Young Adults Program

Young Adults Program

Programs for young adults bring teens 18+ together to discuss age-specific challenges, vocational and educational progress, and successes in treatment.

Activities

Yoga

Yoga

Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.

AA/NA Meetings
Adventure Outings

Off-Site Amenities

Ocean View
Access to Nature
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

While costs may vary due to program length and insurance benefits, it typically costs $5,000.
The following therapies are included: acupuncture, seeking safety and more.
Portland, Maine, United States.
Casco Bay Recovery allows a variety of different options to help pay for your rehab needs. They are in-network with Mainecare, Harvard Pilgram and Tufts Health.
The typical length is 30-90 days.
Casco Bay Recovery provides virtual, day treatment and more.