Recovery Network of Programs- Center for Stratford
The Center for Stratford, part of the Recovery Network of Programs, runs as an outpatient clinic. Among the 156 facilities in Connecticut that appear on SAMHSA listings, it is one. Treatment pairs addiction counseling with help for mental health.
- Outpatient
- Co-Occurring Mental Health
- 30 days
Adults coping with substance use alongside mental health conditions are the people this Stratford outpatient clinic serves. Rather than dividing those needs among separate services, the staff build one plan that treats both at once. The approach is steady and encouraging, aimed at lasting recovery instead of a short-term patch.
Counseling is the foundation. Someone who comes in can expect to talk through what is happening with a clinician, receive help with daily logistics through case management, and learn about medication-assisted options where they fit. Because it is outpatient, people remain in their own homes and come in for scheduled visits.
For current openings, contact a recovery network of programs- center for stratford directly, since availability changes. Before you commit to anything, the helpline can call ahead for you to check what the center is taking right now and how much of the cost your insurance would pay.
Outpatient care and treatments
The recovery network of programs- center for stratford works on an outpatient basis, with scheduled visits followed by a return home. That setup fits a person with stable housing who does not require monitoring around the clock. If a clinician finds that withdrawal risk is too high for outpatient care, a higher level such as inpatient detox is generally the safer path to start with. Talking therapies available here include individual counseling, group work, family sessions, cognitive behavioral therapy, and therapy focused on trauma. Life skills coaching, acupuncture, twelve step facilitation, and online therapy complete the list. For people facing both a drug or alcohol problem and a co-occurring mental health condition, the dual diagnosis approach means treating both within one plan instead of letting one wait on the other.
After the main phase, continuing care, an intensive outpatient program, recovery coaching, employment counseling, and support meetings help someone keep momentum. If someone finishes the initial program and still needs structure, then stepping into the intensive outpatient track is one option worth discussing with staff.
- Twelve Step Facilitation
- Trauma-Specific Therapy
- 1-on-1 Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Life Skills
- Family Therapy
- Acupuncture
- Twelve Step
- Group Therapy
- Online Therapy
Who this program is built for
- Adults of any gender, men and women alike, who have a substance use disorder
- Older adults and young adults who need flexible, scheduled care rather than residential placement
- People facing opioid use, drug addiction, chronic relapse, or smoking cessation
- People with co-occurring disorders, including trauma, anger, or perinatal mental health concerns
- Those who also want help with gambling alongside substance use
Length of stay and languages spoken
A standard program lasts 30 days although individual plans may vary according to clinical need. Because the center is an outpatient site, no residential beds are involved, so there is nothing to wait for. Services are offered in Chinese, English, Farsi, German, Greek, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, and Russian. If a family needs to communicate in a language other than English, asking in advance about interpreter availability for that specific language is a practical step.
Paying for treatment here in Stratford
Rates for paying cash are listed as an option. This guide cannot confirm insurance coverage, so the center itself must verify your plan before you rely on it. If your insurer is a Medicaid plan, ask the center directly whether it participates, since acceptance differs by plan and by site. The helpline can help you begin that verification call, which costs nothing and does not commit you to treatment.
Questions to ask before admission
- Does this location accept my specific insurance plan, including Medicaid, and what would I owe?
- How soon can I be seen for an intake appointment, and what does the first visit involve?
- How does the center handle co-occurring mental health needs alongside substance use treatment?
- Week to week, what does a typical 30-day outpatient schedule involve?
- Which therapies are available for my situation, and can I switch levels of care if my needs change?


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What is the Recovery Network of Programs- Center for Stratford?
It is an outpatient rehabilitation center in Stratford, Connecticut, that treats substance use disorders alongside concurrent mental health conditions. It sits at 2 Research Drive and is one of 156 facilities listed for Connecticut on SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov. Care includes counseling, case management, and medication-assisted treatment options, with plans built around each person's needs.
What is the recovery network of programs- center for stratford known for?
This is an outpatient rehab known for combining addiction counseling with support for co-occurring disorders. The center's therapies include cognitive behavioral therapy, family counseling, and trauma-specific therapy, plus case management and medication-assisted treatment options. Most programs run 30 days, and aftercare provides an intensive outpatient program along with recovery coaching. The helpline can help you see what is open right now.
Does this center accept Medicaid or insurance?
Insurance acceptance cannot be confirmed from a listing alone, so the center has to verify your plan directly. Cash pay rates are an option it lists. If you rely on Medicaid, then ask whether this site participates in your specific plan before scheduling, since participation is plan-specific. The helpline can help you place that call at no cost.
At this center, how long does outpatient treatment last?
Programs usually run about 30 days, though clinicians will adjust a plan to suit the individual. Since care is outpatient, you come to scheduled sessions and go home in between. Should you want more structure later on, the center lists an intensive outpatient program plus continuing care. If your situation shifts while you are in the program, staff can review your level of care at that point.
Can this center treat mental health conditions along with addiction?
Yes. Care for co-occurring disorders is among the options the center lists, and the program is built to treat substance use alongside concerns like trauma, anger, or perinatal mental health in one place. When both issues are present, addressing them through a single coordinated plan often works better than treating each on its own. Ask the staff what that combined plan would involve in your case.