The center provides care for substance use disorders (SUD), co-occurring mental health conditions, and gambling addiction, addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. Care is tailored for both adults and adolescents, with intensive
outpatient programs (
IOP) designed to provide structured therapy while clients remain engaged in school, work, and family life. Nestled in the scenic lakes region of New Hampshire, the center provides a warm, supportive environment for healing.
Therapies include individual and group counseling, psychoeducation, case management, and peer support. Adults receive services such as medication management, 1-on-1 therapy, and medication-assisted treatment (
MAT) for opioid and alcohol use disorders. Adolescents take part in small group sessions, personalized counseling, and family-based support. The center also offers a certified driving under the influence (DUI) program, helping individuals meet legal requirements while addressing underlying issues.
The center also provides
sober living options to reinforce stability after treatment. It offers three homes in Laconia, with two designated for men and one for women. These spacious, single-family residences include Lane Court Men’s Recovery Residence, Harvard Street Women’s Recovery Residence, and Pleasant Street Men’s Recovery Residence. Located in welcoming neighborhoods, the homes are clean, organized, and designed to promote accountability, and supportive long-term recovery.
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 Paugus Bay Behavioral Health provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)