Crossroads - Back Cove

71 U.S. Route 1, Scarborough, ME 04074

Est. 1974 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Crossroads - Back Cove

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

About Crossroads - Back Cove

Women may concentrate on recovering from addiction and eating disorders and repairing their mind, body, and soul at Crossroads’s serene residential women's treatment facility. Get more information about their residential addiction treatment program for women in Maine. Family therapy, 12 Step meetings, equine therapy, group therapy, yoga, acupuncture, and nutritional guidance. The Back Cove women's residential program employs an evidence-based relational model with trauma-informed and gender-responsive substance use treatment programs since men and women frequently have different needs in recovery. This inpatient program offers a secure, disciplined setting that eliminates outside distractions and creates a strong foundation for recovery. Back Cove provides extensive on-site treatment services, direct access to clinicians who can help women through each stage of recovery and meet their particular needs, as well as direct contact with and access to physicians. These programs assist women in developing the abilities needed to lead healthier lifestyles.

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

Who This Center Serves

Women Women only

Amenities & Features

Access to Nature

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Residential/24-hour residential Short-term residential
Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
Other contracted prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
Other contracted prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification
Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Clonidine Medication for mental disorders Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Anger management Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling
Private non-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency State mental health department Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Medicaid Private health insurance Cash or self-payment
Adult women Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Comprehensive mental health assessment Comprehensive substance use assessment Screening for tobacco use Screening for mental disorders
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug or alcohol urine screening Metabolic syndrome monitoring
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education
Self-help groups Assistance with obtaining social services Recovery coach
Substance use disorder education Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Adults Seniors
Female
Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing
Vaping not permitted
Acupuncture Mental health services Social skills development

What to Expect at Crossroads - Back Cove

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 28+ 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.

Crossroads - Back Cove 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. Crossroads - Back Cove 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

71 U.S. Route 1, Suite E, Scarborough, ME, 04074

Quick Facts

Program28+ days
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Insurance24 accepted

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Holistic Gender-Specific Individual Treatment

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Drug Addiction Opioids Prescription Drugs Benzodiazepines Cocaine Heroin Methamphetamine Marijuana

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Crossroads - Back Cove offers Residential Rehab, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Nutrition Counseling. 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 28+ days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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