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APT Foundation

APT Foundation

Drug Rehab Center in Bridgeport, Connecticut

  • Substance Abuse
  • Opioid Addiction
  • Drug Addiction

The APT Foundation in Bridgeport, Connecticut offers compassionate, comprehensive care for individuals suffering from substance use disorder, mental illness, and homelessness by providing evidence-based treatments, medication-assisted treatments, therapies, and support services to help them overcome addiction and reintegrate into their communities.

About This Bridgeport, CT Facility

APT Foundation is a trusted Addiction Treatment Facility located in Bridgeport, Connecticut. With a rich history dating back to 1970, APT Foundation has been dedicated to helping individuals suffering from Opioid Addiction, Substance Abuse, Drug Addiction, Mental Health issues, and Alcoholism. They are proud to hold certifications from CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) and SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration). APT Foundation is recognized for their commitment to providing comprehensive care and support to those in need. They accept Private Health Insurance, making their services accessible to a wider range of individuals seeking treatment.

At APT Foundation in Bridgeport, individuals struggling with addiction can find a variety of services to aid in their recovery journey. They offer Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Residential programs, Detoxification services, Dual-Diagnosis treatments, and Outpatient care. Their comprehensive approach addresses both the physical and psychological aspects of addiction, ensuring individuals receive the appropriate level of care based on their unique needs. With a focus on evidence-based practices and personalized treatment plans, APT Foundation strives to promote long-term recovery and improve the overall well-being of their patients.

Genders
  • Male
  • Female
  • Gender Exclusive Center
  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Groups
  • Additional
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Hearing Impaired
  • Veteran Specific
  • SAMHSA Listed
  • Additional Languages
  • Veterans
  • Multiple Centers
  • Accreditations

    SAMHSA

    CARF

    The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.

    Conditions and Issues Treated

    Recovering from any type of substance abuse is a long process, but it is one of the most worthwhile and life changing events any addicted person will ever go through. This is a combination of detoxing the body, rehabilitation, and recovery. There is also therapy, aftercare, and support during the entire process.

    While substance abuse can take over a person’s life, it is something that can also be overcame by professionals at APT Foundation in Bridgeport, CT

    With so many people struggling with opioid addiction, opioid addiction treatment is more critical than ever before. Patients often take opioids when they face a painful injury. When someone begins taking opioids such as Vicodin or oxycodone differently than how the medications were prescribed, this points to opioid addiction.

    Stopping these types of medications abruptly is not safe. That is where opioid addiction treatment at APT Foundation in Bridgeport, CT comes in. Most opioid addiction treatment facilities start with detox and move to rehabilitation services while providing medical support during the process.

    Getting over an opioid addiction takes time and determination, but with the right support and resources, those struggling with opioid addiction can recover and move forward with their lives.

    Levels of Care Offered

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Residential, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient’s individual requirements.

    Aftercare support plays an important role when sustaining a patient’s full recovery at APT Foundation. Patients also receive assistance in making living arrangements in halfway houses. Career counseling is available for those who want a fresh start. There are also local community programs in Bridgeport, CT such as Alcoholics Anonymous.

    APT Foundation‘s Therapies & Programs

    Going through couple’s therapy at APT Foundation in Connecticut allows for both partners to be on the same page regarding addiction recovery. Whether one or both members of the couple struggled with addiction, they can both improve the odds of recovery with couple’s therapy. This teaches how to communicate effectively, avoid relapse triggers, and build a healthy lifestyle to maintain sobriety.

    Families are not always as supportive as they could be, but by opting for family therapy, many recovering addicts are able to understand their addiction and get the support they need to get sober. These therapy sessions at APT Foundation in Bridgeport, CT involve all members of the family who play a role in the recovering person’s daily life. They work together to overcome past issues, avoid triggers, and remain strong and supportive of each other.

    In group therapy, the patient undergoes sessions with other patients dealing with similar problems under the guidance of a trained counselor. The members of the group interact with each other and talk freely about their issues. The recovery of members of the group from the problems that they face gives the patients confidence that they can also overcome their addiction.

    Group therapy at APT Foundation reduces the feeling of loneliness and improves the coping skills of the patients. Group therapy provides patients with continuous feedback from other members. The group dynamics ensure that members start having some structure and routine in their lives.

    Trauma therapy zeroes in on traumatic incidents that a APT Foundation patient in Bridgeport, Connecticut has encountered in the past, recent or not. It’s been widely known that trauma can make an individual resort to alcohol or other substances to mask their troubles. The goal of trauma therapy is to help the patient see beyond the trauma and move forward.

    Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a way of addressing concerns through talking. Talking through issues can identify sources of discomfort or unhealthy thoughts. CBT is a healthy way APT Foundation addresses some behaviors which may be bringing unintended consequences in a persons life.

    The 12 step program is the treatment method used by Alcoholics Anonymous, but it can apply to any type of addiction. It outlines the 12 steps addicts should take on the path to recovery. Steps include admitting you have a problem and making the decision to turn your life around. A belief in a higher power and making amends to others are also part of the program.

    Contingency Management (CM), also known as “Motivational Incentives,” is a type of behavioral therapy rooted and based on the concept of operant conditioning, which refers to the behavior shaped in its consequences. This type of treatment intends to give positive compensations in response to a patient’s behavior, such as proper medications and undergoing various drug tests. It can be inferred that this treatment has been effective in curing and lessening a scale of profound issues, which include impulsive behaviors, rebelliousness, and even drug and substance abuse. Given its capability of successful remedy, Contingency Management can also be used alongside other treatment styles at APT Foundation in Bridgeport, Connecticut or even in stand-alone approaches.

    Payment Options Accepted

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  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
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    Additional Details

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    APT Foundation Location and Directions
    Address Information425 Grant Street
    Bridgeport, Connecticut 6610 Phone Number(203) 781-4600 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Bridgeport, Connecticut Addiction Information

    Connecticut has a higher rate of substance abuse and addiction than the national average. The state ranks in the top 10 in the country for illicit drug dependence among those ages 18 to 25. In 2010, there were 9,211 people admitted to an alcohol treatment facility for alcohol abuse combined with a secondary drug. Connecticut ranked fifth in the United States of America for the number of fatalities involving drunk driving in 2014.

    10% of Bridgeport residents reported using illicit drugs. There were 2,737 drug-related incidents in 2019. Of these incidents, 1,964 were for illegal drug use or possession and 773 were for drug paraphernalia. 28% of people who abuse drugs are also alcoholics. Drug and alcohol rehab centers in Bridgeport offer a variety of treatment options that can help people recover from addiction.

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