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NFI North - Sidney Riverbend

NFI North - Sidney Riverbend

Drug Rehab Center in Augusta, Maine

  • Substance Abuse
  • Mental Health
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Drug Addiction
  • Alcoholism

NFI North - Sidney Riverbend is an accredited and compassionate substance abuse and mental health treatment facility offering individualized care plans, evidence-based therapies, aftercare support, dual-diagnosis services, and various levels of inpatient care to those looking to get sober from alcohol or drug addiction in Augusta, ME.

About NFI North - Sidney Riverbend in Maine

NFI North - Sidney Riverbend, located in Augusta, Maine, is a specialized treatment facility focusing on helping children recover from addiction. This 8-bed center stands out for utilizing a Normative Community Approach, offering evidence-based services including trauma-informed care and a unique blend of cultural and gender-responsive treatment methods.

Accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), NFI North - Sidney Riverbend is dedicated to providing a high standard of care for its patients. This commitment is underscored by an approach that tailors treatment to individual needs, ensuring a personalized path to recovery.

  • The Normative Community Approach emphasizes community-based care, promoting healing and growth through social interaction and personal responsibility.
  • A comprehensive range of services address issues from drug and alcohol addiction to dual diagnosis and substance abuse, emphasizing trauma-informed care.
  • Medication-assisted treatments, such as methadone and suboxone, are available to alleviate withdrawal symptoms and cravings, supporting a smoother recovery process.

With a focus on treating drug and alcohol addiction along with mental health and substance abuse issues, NFI North - Sidney Riverbend employs a variety of treatment methods including medication-assisted treatments, cognitive behavioral therapy, and individual, group, and family counseling. Their multifaceted approach ensures patients receive the care required to navigate the complexities of recovery.

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

    JCAHO

    Conditions and Issues Treated

    Substance abuse is defined by the continued use of drugs or alcohol despite negative consequences, such as legal or work problems. It can be treated using a variety of services, including therapy and medication.

    Substance abuse treatment is beneficial for:

    • People who have been using drugs or alcohol for a long time.
    • People who have been using drugs or alcohol to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression.
    • People who have a mental health disorder in conjunction with substance abuse.
    • People who continue to use drugs or alcohol despite the harmful effects they cause on their own life and the lives of others.
    • People who have had multiple failed attempts at recovery without medical assistance.

    If you believe that addiction treatment is right for you or a loved one, you can contact your primary care physician, or search for addiction treatment centers in your area. Treatment is beneficial to people who are motivated towards recovery, and who understand the benefits of professional care.

    Dual Diagnosis treatment centers like NFI North - Sidney Riverbend provide this treatment tailored to the patient’s specific needs, and they also have a specialized focus on addiction treatment. Drug and alcohol addiction often coexists with another mental illness, such as depression or schizophrenia. In other words, drug addiction is only a symptom of a deeper problem.

    When addiction enters into the picture, it can often lead to dangerous consequences in the addict’s life. For example, when addiction is paired with major depression, it can lead to suicidal thoughts or actions. When someone is addicted to drugs or alcohol, they often experience a failure to control their impulses and difficulty decision-making.

    Dual diagnosis for drug addicts can be very effective when treating drug addiction in Augusta, ME.

    Levels of Care Offered

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Dual-Diagnosis, Inpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    The inpatient rehab at NFI North - Sidney Riverbend promises an intense and effective treatment. Inpatient rehabs are particularly recommended for those with a severe addiction to drugs. Detoxing at a rehab center ensures that the patient receives 24-hour medical supervision to ensure the best possible chance of recovery. Medical staff is readily available to intervene in case of withdrawal symptoms or other complications. This is not the case with outpatient treatment, where patients may be discharged after the detoxification process is complete.

    Inpatient facilities provide residential and holistic treatment, with access to experienced medical professionals and rehab specialists. This ensures the best possible recovery and is recommended for patients with severe addiction seeking drug treatment.

    Aftercare Support in drug rehab is crucial because it helps people stay sober after treatment. The benefits of Aftercare Support are that it provides a pathway that will help people get sober for life. It supports healing at all levels, physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.

    Therapies & Programs

    Individualized Treatment is essential because it gives addicts the ability to participate in a program that meets their unique needs. An addict should work with professionals who understand what they’re going through, especially if the addict is actively using.

    Trying to find a treatment program that meets your needs can be challenging. It’s even more complicated if you don’t know what kind of treatment you need. Being able to have professionals who are experienced with treating your situation is key to getting sober. Finding the right treatment program for an addict is difficult, but it’s even harder without communicating with those who have experience treating your specific situation.

    Family dysfunction can often be the underlying cause of substance abuse. To get sober, you need to find a different way to cope with the pain in your life. Family therapy can help you and your family deal with old issues that may trigger substance abuse. It will help everyone understand why each member of the family feels and acts the way they do. It can give everyone new tools to manage their emotions so that they don’t want to drink or do drugs.

    A person looking for drug recovery should know that group therapy is an essential tool. Group therapy provides accountability and friendship to people with addiction. It is recommended as a lifetime treatment habit. Group therapy occurs in a group setting as opposed to a one-on-one setting. It benefits patients by providing a feeling of support and letting them know they are not alone. Patients at NFI North - Sidney Riverbend also learn to build trust and understanding and gain perspective through discussions.

    If you are looking for a drug addiction treatment program that also provides trauma therapy, then NFI North - Sidney Riverbend in Augusta, ME is a great option. The staff at this facility specialize in helping people process and understand the past traumas that have led them to addiction. This approach can help individuals move forward with their recovery and take a better hold of their sober future.

    The benefits of trauma therapy at NFI North - Sidney Riverbend in Augusta, ME are as follows:

    • People will become less likely to engage in self destructive behaviors.
    • Their emotional and mental health will significantly improve.
    • They will be more confident in their abilities to live an addiction-free life.
    • People will be able to connect with other people on a deeper level.
    • Their problems with intimacy and trust will improve.

    Dialectical behavior therapy is a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy that focuses on eliminating specific negative thoughts that can potentially lead to an individual inflicting self-harm. It helps treat patients exhibiting uncontrollable emotions, intense mood swings, and borderline personality disorders.

    The term “dialectic” means the integration of opposites. In the substance abuse context, dialectical behavior therapy refers to accepting the patient’s addiction and changing their thoughts and behavior. It improves life skills such as controlling intense emotions without reacting impulsively, resolving interpersonal conflicts effectively, and promoting awareness about self and others.

    Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapeutic treatment that is focused on changing negative ways of thinking that contribute to addictive behavior.

    Cognitive behavioral therapy is beneficial for:

    • People who are seeking to overcome addictive behavior
    • Those who struggle with addictive behavior and mental illness
    • People who have a genetic history of addiction in their family
    • Those who don’t want to depend on medications
    • Those who need a more practical treatment approach

    Payment Options Accepted

    For specific insurance or payment methods please contact us.
  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
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    NFI North - Sidney Riverbend Location and Directions
    Address Information3895 West River Road
    Augusta, Maine 4330 Phone Number(207) 547-4464 Meta DetailsUpdated April 15, 2024
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    Augusta, Maine Addiction Information

    Prescription opioid abuse is the most common form of substance abuse in Maine. More than 10% of these residents have also admitted to using prescription drugs for non-medical purposes. Between 2013 and 2014, 4 out of every 5 deaths in Maine were caused by illicit drugs. One in five high school students in Maine uses marijuana every single month.

    The drug addiction problem in Augusta, ME is significant. About 9.4% of people in Augusta abuse drugs. The most commonly abused drugs include heroin, cocaine, methamphetamines, marijuana, and prescription drugs. The most common type of drug rehab in Augusta is an inpatient facility, where the addict lives at the rehab center for a set period. There are also outpatient programs, which allow the addict to live at home while attending treatment.

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