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I’ve been seeing Michele, my Psych APRN, for six years. I was honestly shocked to see low ratings online, as I believe they stem from past staffing issues and not a reflection of Michele herself.
When I first started with Michele, I was a newly single mom, early in sobriety, and had just returned to my home state. I'd never been able to maintain sobriety or stick with a consistent, competent provider before. Michele changed that. As a mental health professional myself, I appreciate her understanding of the challenges I face. She respects that I know what works for me and never talks down or assumes a power dynamic. That mutual respect is rare and refreshing.
She has consistently been there when I needed her—offering short-notice appointments, guiding me through medication changes, and sharing insight based on patient experiences. She provides helpful context on what to expect from medications and offers samples when insurance delays occur. Michele stays on top of refills—something that’s been a major issue with other providers I’ve had in the past. She knows how critical it is to not miss doses and ensures her patients don’t have to go without.
Beyond medications, she offers thoughtful, holistic guidance—encouraging good sleep, nutrition, therapy, and attention to one's environment, all of which impact mental health. She sees the whole person, not just the diagnosis, and her approach reflects deep empathy and understanding.
Michele recently moved into a new, calm, and bright office space, which she now shares with a small, stable team. The environment is private, peaceful, and easily accessible—but what matters most to me is that Michele herself is accessible. I don’t have to go through multiple layers of staff just to get help. That direct connection is invaluable.
Over the years, she’s supported me through one of the hardest times of my life—emotionally, physically, and mentally. She never dismisses my concerns and always offers encouragement, especially on tough days when I’m doubting myself as a mom or struggling with chronic health issues. She reminds me that I’m doing my best and that things will get better.
I’m especially grateful for her flexibility—offering telehealth when getting to the office is tough and allowing me to bring my child when needed. As a solo mom, that level of understanding makes a world of difference. Her support has helped me stay sober and emotionally stable—something I never thought was possible before working with her.
Michele is the first provider I’ve had who is consistent, present, and reliable year after year. I genuinely hope she continues practicing for a long time because having someone like her in your corner—especially when managing recovery, chronic illness, and mental health—is rare and incredibly valuable.
Thank you, Michele, for everything you’ve done and continue to do. I am truly grateful.
Hatley Owens
2 months ago
I've been going to Oceanside since I got clean 9 years ago. Michelle has helped and supported greatly throughout my recovery.
Sean Stevens
2 years ago
Michelle is great but it's so difficult to get an appointment
Update: Michelle had the office call me and set up an appointment. She was very professional and caring when she let me know
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Connecticut is ranked 35th nationwide in terms of addiction treatment affordability, with an average cost of addiction treatment of $57,667.
$142kMedical Detox
$51kInpatient Rehab
$8kOutpatient Rehab
$8kMethadone Treatment
The costs of drug and alcohol rehab in Connecticut vary widely and depend on several factors, including:
Treatment
Insurance
Specialty
Duration
Amenities
Funding
Location
Facility
Compare the Cost of Addiction Treatment in Connecticut
The costs of addiction treatment listed for cities and states are averages based on the cost of the treatment types listed above. These averages are high due to the cost of medical detoxification and residential inpatient rehab programs.
These numbers also reflect the raw cost of drug rehab, before any insurance coverage. The typical individual seeking addiction treatment can expect to pay much less for outpatient or intensive outpatient services than the averages listed below.
Average Cost of Treatment in Connecticut vs. the National Average
Connecticut
$57,667
National Average
$57,193
Cost of Drug Rehab in Connecticut vs. Nearby States
Compare Cost of Treatment in Top Connecticut Cities
Connecticut
$57,667
Bridgeport
$56,165
Stamford
$65,410
New Haven
$55,448
How to Pay for Addiction Treatment in Connecticut?
There are many ways to pay for drug rehab in Connecticut. Most treatment centers accept cash or self-payment, as well as private health insurance. However, there are many treatment centers in Connecticut that accept Medicaid and Medicare, or offer sliding scale payments or other low-cost payment options. Here’s the complete breakdown of how to pay for addiction treatment in Connecticut.
184 accept self-payment or cash
175 accept private health insurance
2 offer free treatment
184 accept Connecticut Medicaid coverage
114 accept Medicare
98 offer low-cost treatment
149 offer sliding-scale fees
95 accept TRICARE coverage
Insurance for Drug Rehab in Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group is the most widely-accepted insurance for drug rehabs in Connecticut, with 74 treatment centers in the state accepting their insurance. Aetna is the 2nd most popular with 72 treatment centers accepting it followed by Cigna in 3rd accepted by 68 drug rehabs.
Connecticut Rehab Admissions in 2023
Connecticut is ranked 4th nationwide in drug rehab admissions, with 1636 rehab admissions per 100,000 population in 2023, which is significantly higher than than the U.S. national average of 621 admissions per 100,000.
The following are the number of Connecticut rehab admissions in 2023 for each of the 6 most frequently used drug classes, as well as the relative percent for each type of drug.
17,542
Alcohol
4,427
Marijuana
13,641
Heroin
4,425
Other Opiates
95
Meth
3,268
Cocaine
Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. National survey of substance abuse treatment services (N-SSATS).
Drug Overdoses in Connecticut in 2024
Connecticut is ranked 17th nationwide in terms of annual drug overdoses, with an average of 35.4 overdoses per 100,000 population and a total of 1,285 overdoses in 2023.
Opioid abuse accounted for 90% of all drug overdoses in Connecticut, with a total of 1,161 opioid overdoses in 2024.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Provisional drug overdose death counts. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Narcotics Violations and DUIs in Connecticut
Narcotics Violations
Connecticut is ranked 47th for drug and narcotics-related violations, with an estimated 125 narcotics citations per 100,000 population which is lower than the National Average of 421.
All values are per 100,000 population.
Federal Bureau of Investigation. Crime data explorer: Crime trends. U.S. Department of Justice.
DUIs
Connecticut has the 36th highest rate of drunk driving in the nation, with a total of 171 DUI arrests per 100,000 people in 2023 (and 6,177 total DUI arrests).
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