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Pyramid Erie Outpatient

Erie, PA

SAMHSA Verified PHP IOP MAT Dual Dx

PHP · IOP · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Erie, PA · Accepts Medicaid · Private · TRICARE · Serves trauma survivors.

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About Pyramid Erie Outpatient

Pyramid Erie Outpatient treats adults and teens with substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns. Pyramid Healthcare seeks to make treatment affordable, accepting most private insurance and Medicaid, as well as medical assistance and county funding.
Pyramid offers day treatment, meeting 5-6 hours per day, an intensive outpatient program (IOP), meeting 3-4 hours per day, and traditional outpatient treatment at this location. Clients can participate in evening group meetings and Saturday appointments and have the option of participating in teletherapy as well as in-person treatment. Walk-in drug and alcohol assessments are also available Monday-Friday from 9 AM - 1:30 PM, helping place clients in the appropriate level of care.
Pyramid Erie Outpatient Treatment Center offers individual therapy using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) as well as peer support from others who have gone through addiction. Clients engage in group therapy specific to their conditions, learning coping and relapse-prevention strategies, sharing their experience with others and learning from others in similar circumstances. Clients and their loved ones participate in family or couples counseling with the aim of increasing understanding and communication. Pyramid Erie offers specialized treatment for adolescents which includes groups tailored to the needs of teens, family therapy, and a student assistance program. The Center of Excellence provides specialized care for chronic opioid relapse, with Certified Recovery Specialists helping clients remain in treatment.
Collaborating with patients, psychiatrists prescribe and manage medications for co-occurring mental health conditions. Pyramid offers medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for adults only implementing Suboxone, Revia, Vivitrol, and Sublocade to help clients with opiate and alcohol cravings.
Centrally located near Little Italy, Pyramid Erie Outpatient Treatment Center provides access to residents throughout northwest Pennsylvania. For clients traveling via public transportation, the Amtrack station is less than a mile away and bus lines 1, 3, 12, 14, and 16 all stop just outside the building at State Street and W 24th Street. Students can access the center via a school bus route that drops off nearby. Clients driving to the center enjoy convenient access to I-79 via Highway 20, and to I-90 via Highway 19, with free parking available at the center.

Private for-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
PHP · IOP · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Outpatient, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling
Special populations
Adolescents, Young adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma
Medications used
Acamprosate (Campral®), Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Medication for mental disorders
Recovery supports
Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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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; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; SAMHSA funding/block grants

Contact & Location

Address

1325 West 26th Street, Erie, PA 16508

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Facility direct line

(866) 989-4286

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Pyramid Erie Outpatient accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Pyramid Erie Outpatient accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific PA Medicaid plan. Call (866) 989-4286 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Pyramid Erie Outpatient offer?
This facility offers: PHP, IOP, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Outpatient, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. 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 Pyramid Erie Outpatient have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adolescents, Young adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does Pyramid Erie Outpatient use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling.
How do I start treatment at Pyramid Erie Outpatient?
Call the facility directly at (866) 989-4286 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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