Cornell Scott Hill Health Center Columbus

226 Dixwell Avenue, New Haven, CT 06511

✓ Joint Commission Est. 1968 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Cornell Scott Hill Health Center Columbus

  • Location: New Haven, CT — Joint Commission accredited
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Cornell Scott Hill Health Center Columbus

Cornell Scott Hill Health Center (CSHHC) in Connecticut is a multi-treatment outpatient facility dedicated to providing accessible care for adults facing addiction and mental health challenges like depression and anxiety through various levels of outpatient care services. Their Columbus Avenue location serves as the administrative and central hub for all CSHHC centers.
This location specializes in adult behavioral health, offering comprehensive mental health assessments, individual psychotherapy, medication management, counseling, and psychiatric support for conditions such as anxiety, mood, cognitive, sleep, psychotic, somatization, and substance use disorders. CSHHC also provides senior adults with care for bereavement, behavioral and mood changes due to dementia.
The Columbus Avenue location also offers referrals to their outpatient detox treatment program at another location in New Haven, approximately 2 minutes away from the clinic. This location treats opioid use disorder by using Methadone and Suboxone to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms. This evidence-based approach combines medication, counselling, and medical services to ensure patient recovery and relapse prevention.
The Child and Family Guidance Clinic at Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center provides specialized outpatient behavioral health services to children and adolescents requiring mental health and substance use treatment. Their patient-centered, holistic approach extends beyond medical management, addressing the physical, emotional, and social aspects of each child's well-being.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Cornell Scott Hill Health Center Columbus provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Adolescents Children Older Adults Girls Boys

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient
Community mental health center
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Individual psychotherapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Private non-profit organization
Federally Qualified Health Center
Medicare Medicaid Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds State welfare or child and family services funds
Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients who have experienced trauma Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Smoking not permitted
Children/Adolescents Adults
Vaping not permitted
Court-ordered outpatient treatment Family psychoeducation Case management service

What to Expect at Cornell Scott Hill Health Center Columbus

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 5 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Cornell Scott Hill Health Center Columbus offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Cornell Scott Hill Health Center Columbus works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

226 Dixwell Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06511

Quick Facts

Program5 days
FocusThis center treats substance u...
Insurance24 accepted
AccreditationJoint Commission

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Holistic Individual Treatment Medical

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Prescription Drugs Chronic Relapse Cocaine Heroin Methamphetamine Synthetic Drugs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cornell Scott Hill Health Center Columbus accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Cornell Scott Hill Health Center Columbus offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in CT or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 5 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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