How long is the program at Assistance Plus?

The typical program length is 5 days. Duration varies based on individual assessment.

What levels of care are available?

This facility offers 1 levels of care: Outpatient.

How do I start treatment?

Call (833) 567-5838 for a free consultation. Our team verifies insurance, explains options, and guides admission.

Does insurance cover treatment here?

Most major insurance plans cover treatment. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Assistance Plus

1604 Benton Avenue, Waterville, ME 04901

1 care level

(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Assistance Plus

Location: Waterville, ME
Levels of Care: Outpatient
Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Online Therapy and more
Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Assistance Plus

A private outpatient mental health facility with therapy, case management, and treatment for co-occurring conditions, accepting various insurances. Assistance Plus is located in Waterville, ME. The facility provides Outpatient programs. Treatment approaches include 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Online Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy. This center serves Men, Women, Adolescents, Children, Older Adults, Young Adults. Assistance Plus accepts 24 insurance providers, including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health. For more information or to verify insurance coverage, call (833) 567-5838.

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 Assistance Plus provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Women Adolescents Children Older Adults Young Adults

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children

Outpatient Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Regular outpatient treatment

Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment

Other contracted prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity

Does not treat alcohol use disorder

Buprenorphine maintenance Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization

Buprenorphine sub-dermal implant Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable) Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)

Cognitive behavioral therapy Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

Private for-profit organization

Medicaid Cash or self-payment

Young adults Adult women Adult men Seniors or older adults Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma

Comprehensive mental health assessment Comprehensive substance use assessment Outreach to persons in the community Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders

Drug or alcohol urine screening

Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education

Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Recovery coach Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training

Treatment for other addiction disorder

Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.)

Smoking permitted in designated area

Adults Seniors

Female Male

Opioid use disorder clients only

Vaping permitted in designated area

Case management service Mental health services Social skills development Transportation assistance

What to Expect at Assistance Plus

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.

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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.

Assistance Plus offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 5 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. Assistance Plus 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

1604 Benton Avenue, Waterville, ME, 04901

207-453-4708

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Quick Facts

Program	5 days
Focus	This center treats substance u...
Insurance	24 accepted

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Outpatient

Therapies & Methods

1-on-1 Counseling Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Group Therapy Online Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction

Insurance Accepted

Assistance Plus works with 24 insurance providers.

Aetna Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Bright Health CareFirst Carelon Behavioral Health Cigna ComPsych GuideWell HealthNet HealthPartners Highmark Humana ITU Funds Intermountain Healthcare Kaiser Permanente MHN Medicaid Medicare Optum Oscar Tricare Tufts Health United Healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Assistance Plus offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Online 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 ME 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.