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Fresh Start Counseling Services

3490 West 81st Avenue, Merrillville, IN, 46410
Insurance Accepted Accredited Verified Health and substance abuse services mix Substance abuse treatment Outpatient
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About This Facility

About Fresh Start Counseling Services

Fresh Start Counseling Services in Merrillville, Indiana provides comprehensive substance abuse treatment and mental health services for individuals and families seeking recovery from addiction. Located at 3490 West 81st Avenue, this treatment facility specializes in supporting adolescents, teens, women, and individuals involved in the criminal justice system who are struggling with alcohol and drug dependency. With a commitment to accessible care, Fresh Start Counseling Services offers tailored treatment options designed to meet the unique needs of each person walking through their doors.

Treatment Programs at Fresh Start Counseling Services

Fresh Start Counseling Services offers outpatient substance abuse treatment that allows individuals to receive care while maintaining their daily responsibilities. This level of care is ideal for those with stable home environments and moderate support systems who do not require 24-hour medical supervision. The facility specializes in treating adolescents and teens with evidence-based approaches appropriate for younger populations navigating early recovery. Additionally, Fresh Start addresses co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, recognizing that many individuals struggle with both addiction and conditions like depression or anxiety simultaneously. The center also provides specialized programming for women in recovery, DUI and DWI offenders, and criminal justice clients who may be court-mandated to treatment. This comprehensive approach ensures that regardless of your circumstances, there is a program designed to support your recovery journey.

Insurance & Payment at Fresh Start Counseling Services

Fresh Start Counseling Services accepts private health insurance and self-payment options, with sliding fee scales available to ensure treatment remains affordable. Many insurance plans cover substance abuse treatment and mental health services under the Mental Health Parity Act, meaning addiction treatment is covered at levels comparable to other medical conditions. If cost is a concern, the facility works with individuals to develop manageable payment arrangements so that financial barriers do not prevent you from accessing the care you need.

Taking the first step toward recovery is courageous, and Fresh Start Counseling Services is ready to support you on that journey. If you or a loved one is ready to explore treatment options in Merrillville, call today to speak with an admissions specialist who can answer your questions and help you begin the path to lasting recovery.

Services

Services & Programs

Primary Focus: Mix of mental health and substance abuse services Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment Type of Care: Outpatient Special Programs/Groups: Adolescents Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders Women DUI/DWI offenders Criminal justice clients Forms of Payment Accepted: Self payment Private health insurance Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors) Special Language Services: Spanish
Treatment Types

Types of Care Offered

Health and substance abuse services mix Substance abuse treatment Outpatient Adolescents and teens Co-occurring mental and substance use Womens treatment DUI and DWI offenders Criminal justice clients
Payment Options

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Self payment Private health insurance
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Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) and the Affordable Care Act, most insurance plans — including Medicaid and Medicare — are legally required to cover substance use disorder treatment at the same level as other medical conditions. Learn more at SAMHSA.gov or call (866) 720-3784 to verify your benefits free in minutes.
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3490 West 81st Avenue, Merrillville, IN, 46410

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