Just a 7-minute drive from the Colby College Museum of Art, this
outpatient center sits near the Kennebec River and the historic Lockwood Mill District, offering accessible, community-rooted care for those navigating opioid use disorder. Since 2014, it has delivered comprehensive care through medication-assisted treatment (
MAT), complemented by flexible virtual and in-person counseling. Open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., the center remains closed Friday through Sunday.
Patients receive evidence-based care, including
cognitive behavioral therapy (
CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and the matrix model. These approaches address trauma, anger management, and relapse prevention to promote emotional stability and long-term recovery. Services also include substance use education, discharge planning, aftercare coordination, and sign language support for the deaf and hard of hearing.
The center provides FDA-approved suboxone to manage withdrawal symptoms and reduce cravings, complemented by weekly
group therapy sessions. Clients receive personalized care from a supportive team including substance use counselors, recovery support specialists, and clinicians. Their intake specialists remain available 24/7 to answer questions and assist clients in scheduling appointments online at their convenience.
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 Groups Recover Together Waterville provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)