Recovery Works Merrillville

201 West 89th Avenue, Merrillville, IN 46410

Est. 2016 4 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

About Recovery Works Merrillville

Recovery Works Merrillville, part of Pinnacle Treatment Centers, provides comprehensive dual diagnosis addiction treatment for individuals struggling with drug or alcohol addiction. Located in Northwest Indiana, an hour away from Chicago, this facility offers a full continuum of care including medically supervised detox, residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) for those who need strong support while maintaining independence at home.
At Recovery Works Merrillville, care is personalized to heal the whole person. Treatment plans include individual, group, and family therapy, along with life skills training, nutritional counseling, and anger management, plus specialized support such as grief and loss therapy and pain management. The program uses a variety of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET). Clients also benefit from art therapy, relapse prevention planning, and access to both 12-Step and SMART Recovery support groups.
To support lasting recovery, Recovery Works Merrillville offers free monthly alumni meetings, ongoing support groups, and routine follow-up check-ins. Medication can be prescribed as part of a broader medication management plan when needed. Programs are continuously adjusted to fit each individual's evolving needs, enhancing the chance for long-term success.
The center is CARF-accredited and accepts most private insurance, ensuring access to high-quality care in a comfortable, encouraging environment.

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women

Amenities & Features

Access to Nature

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Detoxification
Outpatient Residential/24-hour residential Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization Intensive outpatient treatment Regular outpatient treatment Residential detoxification Long-term residential Short-term residential
Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
Other contracted prescribing entity
This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
Other contracted prescribing entity
Buprenorphine detoxification Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization
Acamprosate (Campral®) Disulfiram Buprenorphine sub-dermal implant Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable) Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Medications for HIV treatment Medications for Hepatitis C treatment Lofexidine Clonidine Medication for mental disorders Medications for pre-exposure to prophylaxis Nicotine replacement
Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Matrix Model Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling 12-step facilitation
Private for-profit organization
State department of health Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP)
Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs Medicaid Private health insurance Cash or self-payment SAMHSA funding/block grants
Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders Clients who have experienced sexual abuse 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 and alcohol oral fluid testing Drug or alcohol urine screening HIV testing STD testing TB screening Metabolic syndrome monitoring 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 Recovery coach Mentoring/peer support
Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Opioids detoxification Medication routinely used during detoxification
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
Hepatitis A (HAV) vaccination Hepatitis B (HBV) vaccination
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Adults
Female Male
Vaping not permitted
Case management service Early intervention for HIV Mental health services Social skills development Transportation assistance Integrated primary care services Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Recovery Works Merrillville

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 30+ 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.

Contact Information

201 West 89th Avenue, Merrillville, IN, 46410

Quick Facts

Program30+ days
Capacity31-50 beds
FocusThis center treats substance u...
Insurance24 accepted

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment Twelve Step

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Prescription Drugs Benzodiazepines Cocaine Ecstasy Heroin Methamphetamine Synthetic Drugs

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Recovery Works Merrillville offers Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, Detox, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. 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 IN 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 30+ days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA
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