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The staff is well trained to provide quality service, they are very compassionate and strive to understand how patients feel, they are great. The serene atmosphere of the place is appropriate to heal and recover, it is truly therapeutic environment.
About Borden Cottage
Borden Cottage is located in Camden, Maine. It’s a luxury alcohol and drug rehab center for adults. It used to be part of the McLean Hospital system. They provide residential treatment services in a peaceful coastal setting of 14 acres. Specialized support is available for clients with co-occurring addictions.
Their residential treatment can accommodate up to eight clients at one time. It incorporates holistic therapies to help you better understand and work through the underlying issues of your drug addictions, including behavioral therapy, mindfulness, yoga, and art therapy. A multidisciplinary team works closely with you to develop a plan designed around their needs. Treatments use comprehensive assessments, neuropsychological testing, and peer support to take a whole-client approach to care. Programming is based on AA’s famous 12 Step model.
Their aftercare program includes connections to local providers that can offer a complete continuum of care following residential treatment. Aftercare planning is personalized and may include referrals to health and wellness experts, transitional housing facilities, peer groups, and transportation.
They may be in-network with most private insurance providers. Talk to your individual provider to verify your coverage as out of network benefits can vary.
Latest Reviews
Borden Cottage offers truly outstanding clinical care in an environment that is kind and nurturing for those recovering. The team is very dedicated and they exceed expectations.
Response from the owner2 days ago
Thank you so much for the amazing review, Paul!
Borden cottage is a beautiful place for healing. It is a tranquil retreat that has a therapeutic landscape of green lawns and bay views. Walking through the front door feels like home. The team at Borden is collaborative; they are a multidisciplinary team focusing on the whole person. Borden has created a home-like environment that offers personalized treatment and creative outlets for clients to find themselves again through art, music, and tai chi (to name a few). Borden honors each client and their own personalized journey.
Response from the owner2 days ago
We appreciate your lovely review! Thank you, Lisa.
Exceptional Care and Unparalleled Expertise at Borden Cottage
As a professional who refers individuals to treatment, I have had the privilege of working with many world-class facilities—but Borden Cottage in Camden, Maine, stands out as truly exceptional. Time and time again, I have entrusted clients to their care, and the results have been nothing short of life-changing.
From the moment a client arrives, the team at Borden Cottage provides an environment of warmth, dignity, and unwavering support. Their expertise in treating both addiction and co-occurring mental health challenges is remarkable, and their ability to tailor care to the unique needs of each individual sets them apart. The clinical team is not only highly skilled but also deeply compassionate, ensuring that clients feel seen, heard, and empowered throughout their journey.
One of the most impressive aspects of Borden Cottage is its holistic and integrated approach. Their evidence-based therapies, combined with wellness practices and a focus on long-term recovery, provide a comprehensive foundation for healing. Clients consistently return with a renewed sense of purpose, clarity, and the tools necessary for sustained well-being.
Beyond the exceptional clinical care, the setting itself fosters healing. Nestled in the picturesque town of Camden, overlooking the stunning Maine coastline, the facility offers an atmosphere of serenity and retreat. The accommodations, amenities, and overall attention to detail create an environment where clients feel both supported and inspired to do the deep work of recovery.
As a referent, collaboration with Borden Cottage has always been seamless. Their commitment to communication, transparency, and continuity of care ensures that clients receive the best possible support both during and after their stay. I have complete confidence in their ability to provide world-class treatment, and I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone seeking the highest level of care.
Borden Cottage is more than just a treatment center—it is a place where lives are rebuilt, and hope is restored. I am grateful to have them as a trusted resource for my clients, and I look forward to continuing our collaboration in the years to come.
Response from the owner2 days ago
Thank you for the wonderful review, Shayne! 
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Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Inpatient Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
Aftercare Support Rehab aftercare programs facilitate continuity of care for clients transitioning out of inpatient treatment. In addition to outpatient counseling, recovery education, and other forms of care, services typically include peer coaching, relapse prevention, career counseling, and 12 step program induction. Clients often continue to receive support after being discharged from formal outpatient treatment. Case managers and care teams may provide medical, mental health, and social service referrals as a part of the clients' rehab aftercare service plan.
12-Step 12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).
Sober Living Homes A sober living home in Maine is typically located in a quiet neighborhood, where residents can focus on their recovery journey and personal growth. These halfway houses are typically privately owned and maintain strict rules for residents. These standards include abstinence from drug and alcohol use, participation in support group meetings and household chores, contribution to expenses such as rent, and adherence to a set curfew.
Treatments
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
Drug rehab in Maine is the process of helping someone learn how to live without the use of substances. Professional staff provide treatment to address the various issues of addiction. Methods often involve medication, counseling, and evidence-based therapies.
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
Programs
Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Clinical Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.
The goal of trauma therapy is to help you process and heal from experiencing or witnessing traumatic events. Your therapist helps you to integrate the experience coherently and then explores the emotions and situations that trigger your responses. This helps you heal and reduces your symptoms.
Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.
Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.
Creativity is inherently healing, and can help those in recovery express thoughts or feelings they might not otherwise be able to. Creative arts therapy can include music, poetry/writing, painting, sculpting, dance, theater, sandplay, and more. Unlike traditional art, the final product matters far less than the experience of creation and expression itself.
Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.
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Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Tom Rodman
CEO
Allison Avery
COO
Dr. Kate Ervin, M.D., FAPA, FACLM
Medical Director
Jo-Ann Cook, LCSW
Clinical Dirctor
Chris Feeley
Director Business Development & Clinical Outreach
Christina Mouradian
Director of Quality Assurance and Clinical Compliance
Melissa Ellerd
Admissions Coordinator
Bethany Nadeau
Executive Assistant
Accreditations
The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.
Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
Contact Information
(207) 492-5868 
235 Bayview Street
Camden, ME 04843
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