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Encore Outpatient Services

Portland, ME

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Dual Dx Telehealth

Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Portland, ME · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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About Encore Outpatient Services

Encore Outpatient Services in Arlington, Virginia, provides an intensive outpatient program (IOP), and a standard outpatient program. These services are designed for individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions, offering structured support while allowing clients to continue living at home.
Each client participates in a thorough assessment to identify treatment needs, medical concerns, and contributing factors. Based on these findings, personalized treatment and aftercare plans are developed and adjusted throughout the process. Services may include evidence-based therapies, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and wellness supports, creating an approach tailored to the individual’s recovery goals. In addition, clients benefit from alumni support groups and family members have access to weekly virtual support meetings.
Encore places a strong emphasis on trauma-informed care, recognizing the connection between trauma and behavioral health. Licensed clinicians use therapeutic methods such as dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), psychodrama, and art therapy. These approaches help clients build resilience, learn coping skills, and work toward healthier patterns of behavior.
Encore encourages family participation through specialized programming that includes counseling, psychoeducation, and support groups. This involvement allows families to gain understanding, strengthen communication, and support the recovery journey. By working with both clients and their loved ones, Encore Outpatient Services aims to create a supportive environment that promotes long-term recovery.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Other State funds; Private health insurance; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; Cash or self-payment; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Encore Outpatient Services accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Encore Outpatient Services accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific ME Medicaid plan. Call (703) 436-8158 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Encore Outpatient Services offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Encore Outpatient Services have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does Encore Outpatient Services use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Encore Outpatient Services?
Call the facility directly at (703) 436-8158 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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