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Southwest Connecticut MH Systems

Bridgeport, CT

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient Outpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth
Specializes in Veterans · Military Dual Diagnosis Trauma-Informed Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults Traumatic Brain Injury

Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Bridgeport, CT · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Serves veterans, seniors, 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 Southwest Connecticut MH Systems

  • Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Medicare
  • Joint Commission accredited · SAMHSA-verified
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Bridgeport, CT

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

About Southwest Connecticut MH Systems

Integrative outpatient center for mental health and substance use disorders, trauma-informed care, personalized treatment plans, and comprehensive therapy.

Classified as other residential treatment facility. state government. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

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.

Southwest Connecticut MH Systems at a Glance

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

Levels of care

Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth

Service settings

Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential

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 accepted

Young Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma

Medications used

Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Perphenazine, Aripiprazole, Asenapine, Cariprazine, Clozapine +9 more

Recovery support services

Housing services, Mentoring/peer support

Emergency services

Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services, Psychiatric emergency mobile/off-site services, Psychiatric emergency walk-in services

Facility operation

State government

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

Coverage details →

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Coverage details →

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Medicare; Medicaid; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

1635 Central Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06610

Get directions →

Facility direct line

203-551-7428

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Southwest Connecticut MH Systems accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Southwest Connecticut MH Systems accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CT Medicaid plan. Call 203-551-7428 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Southwest Connecticut MH Systems offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Outpatient, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential. 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 Southwest Connecticut MH Systems have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does Southwest Connecticut MH Systems 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 Southwest Connecticut MH Systems?
Call the facility directly at 203-551-7428 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.