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Jackie Nitschke Center

Green Bay, WI

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient Dual Dx Telehealth

Inpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Green Bay, WI · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves veterans, trauma survivors.

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About Jackie Nitschke Center

Since 1973, the Jackie Nitschke Center has provided help to individuals and their families dealing with the difficulties of drug addiction and mental health issues. The Jackie Nitschke Center is one of the few facilities in Brown County, Wisconsin, treating co-occurring mental health conditions. There treatment approach uses evidence-based methods and therapies that are personalized to the patient, addressing the root cause of the addiction. Their highest level of treatment is a 28-day residential program for clients diagnosed with substance use disorder. During the program. Clients engage in counseling and behavioral therapies to address trauma, addiction-related denial, shame, and guilt. Group therapy is meant to rebuild a sense of self, discover healthy coping mechanisms, and strengthen connections with others.
Jackie Nitschke Center’s intensive outpatient program (IOP) program is a step down from residential. This program is geared for those who finished a residential program and desire more 1-on-1 care. The flexibility allows patients the ability to maintain home, work, and school responsibilities while engaging in therapy sessions 3 days a week.
Jackie Nitschke Center believes that family healing is an important part of the recovery journey, Their family program offers suggestions for managing turmoil, establishing sound boundaries, enhancing communication, and reestablishing trustworthy bonds with others. In addition to family therapy, they also have a couples program where each client and family receives tailored therapy, with a focus on reestablishing trust via open, honest conversation.
The recovery house is located in Green Bay, Wisconsin and provides a safe and comfortable place to heal, away from the daily distractions of everyday life. The program is private pay, but offers scholarships and financial assistance to those who qualify.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

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
Inpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Residential/24-hour residential, Short-term residential
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

P.O. Box 1085, Green Bay, WI 54305

Facility direct line

(888) 507-7178

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Jackie Nitschke Center accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Jackie Nitschke Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific WI Medicaid plan. Call (888) 507-7178 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Jackie Nitschke Center offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential, Short-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Jackie Nitschke Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families.
What therapy methods does Jackie Nitschke Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Jackie Nitschke Center?
Call the facility directly at (888) 507-7178 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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