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Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center

12 East Diamond Avenue Suite A, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

✓ Joint Commission 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center

  • Location: Gaithersburg, MD — Joint Commission accredited
  • Levels of Care: Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Online Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center

Located in Gaithersburg, MD, Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center offers co-occurring mental health and outpatient care for people seeking help with substance use and related challenges.

The program offers levels of care including co-occurring mental health and outpatient and typical program lengths around 30 days.

Treatment draws on evidence-based and supportive therapies such as 1-on-1 counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy, group therapy, online therapy, relapse prevention counseling and trauma-specific therapy, tailored to the individual.

The program serves men, women and young adults and treats alcohol, co-occurring disorders, drug addiction and smoking cessation.

The center works with 24 insurers including Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health and CareFirst, so cost should not be a barrier to reaching out.

Aftercare options include continuing care, outpatient treatment and intensive outpatient program.

To confirm current openings, levels of care, and accepted insurance, contact Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center directly or call our free, confidential helpline.

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 Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Women Young Adults

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient Intensive outpatient treatment Regular outpatient treatment
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Motivational interviewing Matrix Model Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Private for-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency State department of health The Joint Commission Federally Qualified Health Center
Medicare Medicaid Private health insurance Cash or self-payment
Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Comprehensive substance use assessment Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders
Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing Drug or alcohol urine screening
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning
Assistance with obtaining social services
Treatment for other addiction disorder
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Hepatitis education, counseling, or support Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling
Smoking not permitted
Children/Adolescents Young Adults Adults
Female Male
Specially designed program for DUI/DWI clients
Spanish
Vaping not permitted
Case management service Domestic violence services, including family or partner

What to Expect at Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center

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.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

The facility utilizes 7 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

12 East Diamond Avenue Suite A, Suite A, Gaithersburg, MD, 20877

Quick Facts

Program30 days
FocusThis center treats substance u...
Insurance24 accepted
AccreditationJoint Commission

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Levels of Care

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Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Smoking Cessation

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Frequently Asked Questions about Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center

Does Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center accept my insurance?
Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center accepts 24 insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan — deductibles, copays, day limits, and pre-authorization requirements differ. Under the Mental Health Parity Act, commercial plans must cover addiction treatment at parity with medical care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free 5-minute benefits check.
What treatment programs are available at Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center?
Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center offers Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient with evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Online Therapy. Each admission starts with a clinical assessment against the ASAM criteria to match program intensity (detox, residential, IOP, or outpatient) to clinical need.
How much does treatment cost at Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center?
Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance coverage. Typical national self-pay ranges: outpatient $1,000–$3,000/month, 30-day residential $5,000–$20,000, 90-day inpatient $12,000–$60,000. With 24 insurance carriers accepted at Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near Gaithersburg?
Yes. Browse all MD treatment centers or narrow to Gaithersburg specifically. Our full facility directory filters by insurance carrier and level of care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a human-curated shortlist based on your situation.
What should I expect during treatment at Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center?
Treatment typically begins with a comprehensive clinical assessment, then a personalized plan combining individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Programs at Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center typically last 30 days. Aftercare planning — which may include sober living, outpatient follow-up, and peer support groups — ensures ongoing support after discharge. Per NIDA research, 90+ days of engaged treatment significantly improves long-term outcomes.
How do I verify Stepping Stone Treatment Prog Center is legitimate?
Every center listed on RehabFlow is sourced from the federal SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator and re-verified quarterly. This facility’s stated accreditation: Joint Commission. Licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, MD) should be on staff, not just peer coaches. If you spot outdated data, email corrections@rehabflow.us — we re-check within 24 hours.

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