Stella Maris in Cleveland, Ohio, is a non-profit addiction treatment center founded in 1948. Providing comprehensive care, it’s the oldest facility of its kind in the area. Unique offerings include specialized tracks for the LGBTQ+ community, trauma-informed care, and a variety of holistic therapies.
The mission of Stella Maris is to provide transformational treatment for chemical dependency and mental health issues, regardless of religion, gender, or financial capability. Accredited by The Joint Commission for Behavioral Health Care, the center also received the Cuyahoga County Opiate Abatement Council's 2022 Community Partner Award.
- Offers a full continuum of care, from medical detox to supportive housing on a single campus block.
- Specialized treatment tracks cater to the LGBTQ+ community and provide trauma-informed care.
- Integrated treatment for co-occurring mental health conditions using evidence-based approaches.
- Therapeutic community settings with recovery housing, providing life skills training and 24/7 monitoring.
Tackles substance use disorders including alcohol, opioids, and other addictions. The facility serves diverse populations, including the LGBTQ+ community, offering inclusive and specialized care.
- 3+ Accreditations
- SAMHSA Listed
- 2 Conditions Treated
- Insurance Accepted
- 7 Levels of Care
- Speaks English
- 23 Therapies & Programs
Accreditations
State License
SAMHSA

JCAHO
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment
Rehab centers exist in Cleveland, OH to help individuals bounce back from substance abuse, which is an umbrella term for drug and alcohol addiction. Drug addiction refers to the use of illegal drugs and improper use of prescription drugs. Centers like Stella Maris provide individuals a chance to access individual and group therapy that can be monumental for recovery.
Substance abuse includes all problems that stem out from using various psychoactive substances. It is also a diagnostic term used by Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) to define the mental and physical impairment or distress caused by misuse and overuse of certain substances in a period of 12 months.
Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment
Opioid addiction involves addiction to legal or illegal opioids. It may happen very quickly with any opioid use. Sometimes within a matter of days. Opioid addiction is a known as a high-risk factor for future heroin addiction.
Opioid withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable and lead the user to continue to use even if they want to quit. Stopping using an opioid requires careful medical observation. Sometimes the withdrawal can persist for many weeks, which can put the user at a high risk for relapse.
It is recommended to receive inpatient treatment and a medically supervised detox like those offered at Stella Maris in Cleveland, OH, OH, to manage the withdrawal process while learning lasting tools to maintain recovery. In some circumstances medications can be used to manage opioid addiction.
Dual-Diagnosis Treatment in Cleveland, OH
People with dual diagnosis have coexisting addiction and a mental disorder. 9.2 million US adults had a co-occurring disorder in 2018, so not just limited to Ohio residents. Best treatment combines medication, psychotherapy (talk therapy), support group, and inpatient rehabilitation. Sometimes, complementary therapies – yoga, massage, and acupuncture – may also be used.
Levels of Care
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Detox, Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Inpatient, Outpatient, Partial-Hospitalization, with additional therapies available as listed below.
Detoxification is a process that allows the patient to stop using opioids without experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms. This can be necessary for those who have been addicted for a long period of time or who are struggling with chronic pain.
During this process, addicts will receive medication and psychological support from doctors and other medical professionals until they can control their cravings.
Inpatient rehab is intended to treat severe addictions and co-occurring disorders. The length of stay in Ohio varies from four weeks to six months according to the individual needs. Inpatient rehab ensures that the patient stays in a substance-free environment at Stella Maris.
Outpatient treatment can be considered the lowest intensity level of addiction treatment in Cleveland, OH. It is ideal for early phase addiction or lower intensity addictions. Stella Maris peer group support, 12-step programs, and individual counseling may still be involved.
Partial hospitalization programs offer another level of addiction treatment at Stella Maris. It is another way to receive a significant amount of treatment while decreasing the time commitment and cost. It can be a good option for stepping down from inpatient treatment in anticipation of a fully independent life in Cleveland, OH.
After treatment, addiction treatment can be frightening for newly sober people. Aftercare support provided by Stella Maris is designed to give resources and help on a continued basis. It can involve finding housing in and around Ohio, setting up 12-step meeting groups, continued medical monitoring, and counseling.
Stella Maris‘s Therapies & Programs
Family therapy is a set of therapeutic approaches that assumes that the entire family is a system. It utilizes the strengths and resources of the family to help the patient refrain from resorting to substance abuse. It helps to repair relationships and improve communication between family members.
Group therapy happens at Stella Maris in a controlled group environment, as opposed to a one-on-one setting. It supports Cleveland, OH patients’ recovery by offering a sense of comfort and letting them know that they are not alone. Through shared conversations, patients also learn to develop faith and understanding and gain insight on their addictions.
Unresolved trauma is often a key reason why many patients resorted to substance abuse. Trauma therapy refers to treatment wherein specialist therapists help the patients to resolve the trauma that led the patients to substance abuse. The trauma could be physical abuse, sexual abuse, war, natural disasters, divorce, accident, loss of a loved one, etc. Thinking of these traumatic events causes emotional disturbances like anxiety, depression and results in addiction. If trauma is the primary cause of substance abuse, then both issues must be addressed. Otherwise, there is a risk of relapse. Trauma therapy also improves the cognitive functions and provides long term benefits.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a way of addressing concerns through talking. It can be used in individual counseling sessions. Talking through issues with professionals at Stella Maris can identify sources of discomfort or unhealthy thoughts. It is a way of learning about yourself and your individual perceptions. CBT is a healthy way of addressing some behaviors which may be bringing unintended consequences in your life.
Contingency management is a way to help motivate someone to remain substance free. It is a process of rewarding positive choices and good outcomes. As humans we are wired to recreate experiences that lead to positive feelings. Through this method incentives are used for completing positive steps towards a sober life. This may be a reward for attending meetings, remaining sober or for employment goals.
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Location & Contact

1320 Washington Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44113
Phone Number
216-781-0550 x42
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Cleveland, Ohio Addiction and Treatment
Ohio is suffering from a drug abuse problem that is costing thousands of its residents their lives every single year. Opioids, particularly Fentanyl and heroin, are the leading drugs in the state. The state ranks in the top 10 for illicit use of painkillers. Opioid-related overdose rates in Ohio are by far some of the highest in the country.
Cleveland, situated on Lake Erie's shores, offers a diverse range of attractions, from parks and museums to pro sports teams like the Cleveland Guardians. The city boasts world-class arts and entertainment, including the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Playhouse Square theater district. In Cuyahoga County, Ohio, 13.9% of drug-related deaths involved prescription opioids, and fentanyl and its analogs were present in 90% of decedents, highlighting the significant impact of these substances in the region.
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