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Connections for Kids

South Portland, ME

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Dual Dx Telehealth
Specializes in Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen Young Adults

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

Free helpline · 24/7

Need help choosing the right program?

Call helpline: +1 (205) 973-2878

What happens when you call

  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
  • Live person — no voicemail, 24/7
  • Insurance verified in minutes

Facility direct line available in the contact section below.

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Key takeaways for Connections for Kids

  • Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Private insurance
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in South Portland, ME

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About Connections for Kids

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health 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: May 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Connections for Kids at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth

Service settings

Outpatient

Therapy approaches

Cognitive behavioral therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults

Special populations

Young adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)

Facility operation

Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

Verify coverage

Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

Coverage details →

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

Coverage details →

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

55 Foden Road, South Portland, ME 04106

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Facility direct line

207-854-1030

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Connections for Kids accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Connections for Kids accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific ME Medicaid plan. Call 207-854-1030 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Connections for Kids offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Connections for Kids have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Connections for Kids use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Connections for Kids?
Call the facility directly at 207-854-1030 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: May 2026. Editorial policy.

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