New Freedom Academy

367 Shaker Road, Canterbury, NH 03224

Est. 2008 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About New Freedom Academy

  • Location: Canterbury, NH
  • Levels of Care: Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Relapse Prevention Counseling and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About New Freedom Academy

New Freedom Academy (NFA) Salem is an outpatient addiction treatment center. As part of Granite Recovery Centers' network, NFA Salem offers a structured, step-down approach to care, transitioning clients from more intensive programs like day treatment (PHP) to intensive outpatient program (IOP) as they progress in their recovery journey. The facility emphasizes a blend of evidence-based therapies and 12-Step programming for a comprehensive approach.
NFA Salem provides a range of services, such as individual counseling, group therapy, family therapy, and specialized programs such as dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders. The center also offers holistic therapies like yoga and meditation, as well as trauma-informed care and relapse prevention strategies. Clients in the IOP attend sessions from 9:00 AM to 12:20 PM, three times a week, participating in three group sessions per day and receiving breakfast and lunch during their visits.
NFA Salem serves adults aged 18 and older, including veterans and members of the LGBTQ+ community, providing both in-person and telehealth options to accommodate various preferences and needs. The facility is staffed by licensed clinicians and recovery professionals, including some alumni of the program, bringing personal insight and empathy to their roles. NFA Salem accepts most major insurance plans, making its services accessible to a broader population.

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 New Freedom Academy 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 Young Adults LGBTQ+ Veterans

Amenities & Features

Recreation Room
Air-Conditioned Rooms

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient Outpatient Residential/24-hour residential Hospital inpatient treatment Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization Intensive outpatient treatment Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Regular outpatient treatment Long-term residential Short-term residential
Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
In-network prescribing entity
This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
Buprenorphine maintenance Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification
Buprenorphine with naloxone Naltrexone (oral) Medications for Hepatitis C treatment Clonidine Medication for mental disorders Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling 12-step facilitation
Private for-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
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 Complete medical history/physical exam Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders Professional interventionist/educational consultant
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug or alcohol urine screening HIV testing STD testing TB screening Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV) Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Self-help groups Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Hepatitis education, counseling, or support Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling Marital/couples counseling
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Adults
Female Male
Vaping permitted in designated area
Case management service Domestic violence services, including family or partner Mental health services Social skills development

What to Expect at New Freedom Academy

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.

New Freedom Academy offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

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. New Freedom Academy works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Holistic Twelve Step

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

New Freedom Academy offers Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Relapse Prevention 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 NH 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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