Discovery House CTC of Bangor
Discovery House CTC of Bangor in Bangor, Maine, specializes in substance abuse and drug addiction treatment with a focus on opioid use disorders. The center offers medication-assisted treatment using methadone and buprenorphine, coupled with various counseling approaches to address both physical and psychological aspects of addiction.
Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and certified by SAMHSA as an Opioid Treatment Program, Discovery House CTC of Bangor adheres to regulatory standards, licensed by the state substance abuse agency and mental health department.
- Provides specialized programs for young adults, adults, and gender-specific treatment options.
- An array of therapeutic approaches, including trauma-related counseling and relapse prevention planning.
- Comprehensive care for co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, pregnant/postpartum women, and individuals with HIV or AIDS.
- Offers outpatient services and computerized addiction programs.
Discovery House CTC of Bangor treats opioid use disorders and addresses the needs of individuals with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, pregnant or postpartum women, and individuals with HIV or AIDS. Young adults and adults of both genders benefit from their tailored programs.
- 1+ Accreditations
- SAMHSA Listed
- 2 Conditions Treated
- Insurance Accepted
- 3 Levels of Care
- Speaks English
- 14 Therapies & Programs
Accreditations
SAMHSA
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment
Rehab centers in Maine exist to help individuals bounce back from substance abuse. Drug addiction refers to the use of illegal drugs and improper use of prescription drugs. Substance abuse includes all problems that stem out from using psychoactive substances. Centers like Discovery House CTC of Bangor are here to help.
Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment
Opioid addiction is one of the most common forms of addiction Maine. Opioids include drugs like heroin, oxycontin and fentanyl. They are prescribed to treat pain, but they are often abused and they are addictive. The addiction is treated by detoxing the body, so it no longer needs the chemicals in the drugs. This is followed up by therapies to correct behavior and target the root of the problem.
Levels of Care
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.
An Outpatient Rehab Program is a part-time drug rehab program for treating individuals in Bangor, ME with mild addiction or mild-to-moderate drug withdrawal symptoms. It generally requires about 10 to 12 hours every week.
Doctors can administer on-the-spot medication to ease withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, increased heart rate, and even depression. Groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) can be used as a part of outpatient treatment to help maintain sobriety.
Aftercare Support at Discovery House CTC of Bangor, in short, is the support provided to a patient after they have finished treatment. It allows them to adjust to everyday life. It may entail setting them up and enrolling them in services such as Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) inside a halfway house. Career coaching may also be offered to patients to help them get back into the workforce.
Therapies & Programs
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 Discovery House CTC of Bangor also learn to build trust and understanding and gain perspective through discussions.
After experiencing trauma, it’s crucial to look for a facility that can provide trauma therapy. This approach zeroes in on the traumatic incidents that a patient 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 and pain. Trauma can originate from domestic violence, sexual abuse, an early encounter with death, sexual assault, and many more. The goal of trauma therapy at Discovery House CTC of Bangor in Bangor, ME is to help the patient see beyond the trauma and move forward. Mental health professionals will facilitate the patient’s journey and see to it that he or she is no longer a victim of his or her traumatic experiences and has wholly regained his or her personal power.
Contingency management (CM) is a system that rewards patients for positive behavior. Patients may get a gift for a clean drug test. They may also get punished for negative behavior. The therapy inspires patients to engage in healthy behaviors and limit unhealthy behavior. It is effective in treating addiction and other issues.
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Location & Contact

74 Dowd Road
Bangor, ME 04401
Phone Number
207-947-6800 x686
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Bangor, Maine Addiction and Treatment
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.
Bangor, located along the Penobscot River in central Maine, offers a rich history, peaceful natural areas, and a vibrant arts and culture scene. With engaging attractions like the Penobscot Theatre Company and unique shops downtown, Bangor provides an ideal setting for drug rehab treatment away from major city distractions. However, Penobscot County experienced a significant increase in opioid-related overdose deaths from 380 in 2019 to 504 in 2020. The county also reported a higher rate of drug-affected infant reports and drug-induced deaths compared to the state average.
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