Carpe Diem Behavioral Associates Inc Lewiston ME
About Carpe Diem Behavioral Associates Inc Lewiston ME
Carpe Diem Behavioral Associates Inc is an outpatient addiction treatment provider in Lewiston, Maine, serving adults, young adults, and older adults who are living with substance use disorders and co occurring mental health conditions. The practice offers outpatient counseling, an intensive outpatient program, and medication assisted treatment support for opioid use disorder.
Under the leadership of Lise Carrier Pelletier, LADC, CCS, the program combines evidence based therapies with flexible scheduling and a person centered approach to support long term recovery.
Addiction Treatment Programs at Carpe Diem Behavioral Associates Inc
Treatment begins with a thorough substance use disorder evaluation, followed by personalized counseling and support services designed to match each client’s specific needs. The intensive outpatient program operates Monday through Thursday on a four week rotation. Aftercare planning and discharge coordination are integrated into the overall continuum of care to support long term recovery.
Evidence Based Approaches Include Medication Assisted Treatment
Clients have access to individual, group, family, and couples counseling that incorporates evidence based approaches. These include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, motivational interviewing, and trauma informed care.
The practice also offers medication assisted treatment support for opioid use disorder, relapse prevention services, 12 step facilitation, and specialized criminal justice programs, such as anger management and batterer intervention.
What to Know About Carpe Diem Behavioral Associates Inc
- Location: Downtown Lewiston, Maine, with access to local public transportation and day and evening appointments available Monday through Saturday
- Services Offered: Outpatient counseling, intensive outpatient program, medication assisted treatment support, and DEEP assessments
- Who They Treat: Adults, young adults, older adults, formerly incarcerated individuals, court ordered clients, and family members affected by addiction
- Specialties: Opioid use disorder treatment with buprenorphine support, criminal justice related services, and behavioral addictions, including gambling and compulsive sexual behavior
- Treatment Approach: Evidence based therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, motivational interviewing, trauma counseling, and 12 step facilitation
- Payment Options: Medicaid, select out of network insurance plans, and self pay options
- Flexible Access: In person and telehealth services, with evening and Saturday appointments to accommodate client schedules
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Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems. |
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Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment. |
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support. |
Senior programs address the unique needs of older adults like chronic pain, grief and isolation. Programs include peer support and medical oversight for age related health concerns. The goal is to improve quality of life and promote sober aging. |
Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender specific issues such as trauma, family roles and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment. |
Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills. |
LGBTQ friendly programs create an inclusive and affirming space for recovery. Treatment is sensitive to issues like discrimination and stigma. You’ll receive support and therapy that respects and acknowledges your unique experiences. |
Military and veteran programs offer specialized support for clients who served in the armed services. Programs focus on reintegration and healing within a structured and supportive environment that acknowledges the unique struggles of military life. |
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Medicaid
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Private Insurance
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Detox Service Setting
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems.
Programs
Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment.
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support.
Senior programs address the unique needs of older adults like chronic pain, grief and isolation. Programs include peer support and medical oversight for age related health concerns. The goal is to improve quality of life and promote sober aging.
Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender specific issues such as trauma, family roles and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment.
Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills.
LGBTQ friendly programs create an inclusive and affirming space for recovery. Treatment is sensitive to issues like discrimination and stigma. You’ll receive support and therapy that respects and acknowledges your unique experiences.
Military and veteran programs offer specialized support for clients who served in the armed services. Programs focus on reintegration and healing within a structured and supportive environment that acknowledges the unique struggles of military life.
Contact
- Monday 9AM - 5PM
- Tuesday 9AM - 5PM
- Wednesday 9AM - 5PM
- Thursday 9AM - 5PM
- Friday 9AM - 11:30AM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed

Gayle Morris, BSN, MSN, received her bachelor’s from the University of Illinois Chicago Medical Center and her first master’s from the Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis. She practiced nursing for over two decades with a focus on pediatric physical rehabilitation, which required mental health skills to help children, and their parents work through new challenges after a head injury or spinal cord injury. She has been a freelance writer in health, wellness, and mental health for over 15 years. She loves exercise, her dogs and guinea pigs, and gardening.