Serene Behavioral Health

Manchester, NH

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Outpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Manchester, NH · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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Direct line to Serene Behavioral Health: (949) 349-6552

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About Serene Behavioral Health

Serene Behavioral Health is a treatment facility that provides residential treatment, detox, day treatment (PHP), and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) for clients struggling with mental health disorders and substance use disorders. Each client is provided with a personalized treatment plan and treatment team, including a case manager and a therapist. The facility also offers a specialized mental health treatment program for veterans, aimed at maximizing accessibility and affordability for those who have experienced significant trauma.
Serene Behavioral Health uses evidence-based therapies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing (MI), relapse prevention counseling, and 12-Step programming, providing options and tailoring treatment plans to each patient’s unique needs.
Just a 6-minute drive from Capistrano Beach, Serene Behavioral Health’s location in Orange County, California provides a scenic and soothing environment for those facing mental health challenges.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private for-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 · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings: Outpatient
Therapy approaches: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group 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, 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, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Medications used: Chlorpromazine, Droperidol, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Loxapine, Perphenazine, Pimozide, Prochlorperazine, Thiothixene, Thioridazine + 15 more
Recovery supports: Mentoring/peer support
Emergency services: Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
Facility operation: Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid

Medicare

Private insurance

TRICARE / VA

Self-pay / Cash

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Full list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Community Mental Health Block Grants; Community Service Block Grants; IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Other State funds; Private health insurance; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; State education agency funds; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; State welfare or child and family services funds; U.S. Department of VA funds

Contact & Location

Address

1045 Elm Street, Manchester, NH 03101

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Facility direct line

(949) 349-6552

Website

serenebh.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Serene Behavioral Health accept Medicaid?

Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Serene Behavioral Health accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific NH Medicaid plan. Call (949) 349-6552 to verify your benefits.

What level of care does Serene Behavioral Health offer?

This facility offers: Outpatient, MAT, 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 Serene Behavioral Health have specialized programs?

Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, 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, Clients with HIV or AIDS.

What therapy methods does Serene Behavioral Health use?

Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.

How do I start treatment at Serene Behavioral Health?

Call the facility directly at (949) 349-6552 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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