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The Well

Pontiac, MI

SAMHSA Verified

in Pontiac, MI.

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Direct line to The Well: (402) 371-0220

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About The Well

The center helps people facing mental health challenges, substance use disorders (SUD), and life crises. They offer 24/7 crisis response, outpatient services, supportive housing, and residential treatment programs, including special care for women, parents, and those with co-occurring disorders. Their team provides immediate support and long-term care, helping clients heal, rebuild their lives, and stay connected to their communities.
The Well’s care uses proven therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and child-parent psychotherapy. They also offer holistic care with parenting support, life skills classes, and peer recovery groups. Programs include individual, group, and family counseling, medication management, and wellness education, all tailored to each person’s goals, identity, and stage of recovery.
Clients live in safe, welcoming spaces with private or shared rooms, kitchen access, and nearby childcare. Residents can join recovery groups, wellness activities, and outdoor spaces for rest and reflection. Those in supportive housing hold their own leases and can choose roommates. The Well also helps with transportation needs, making sure everyone can focus on their healing journey.

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.

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Contact & Location

Address

46156 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342

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Facility direct line

(402) 371-0220

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Well accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (402) 371-0220 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other MI centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does The Well offer?
Does The Well have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does The Well use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at The Well?
Call the facility directly at (402) 371-0220 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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