- 2 LGBTQ programs within 10 miles
- 6 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles
- 48 LGBTQ programs within 50 miles
- Rockingham County, New Hampshire · population 93,069
Talk with an independent helpline about LGBTQ programs near Portsmouth, what your insurance covers and how soon you can start. Available 24/7.
Call 866-825-1171LGBTQ Rehab programs closest to Portsmouth
Aspire365
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPDrug treatmentTrauma-informedGreenleaf Woods Med Assisted Recovery
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Alcohol treatmentRecovery Maine Inc – Restoration House
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialBetter Life Partners
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Alcohol treatmentTrauma-informedNew Horizons Medical
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Dual diagnosisTrauma-informedMeta Addiction Treatment
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPDrug treatmentTrauma-informedSusan H Lombardo LADC MHRT C
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Trauma-informedTopsail Addiction Treatment Inc
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDrug treatmentJRI Lawrence – Behavioral Health Center
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Trauma-informedBresnahan and Ball Counseling Services – Substance Abuse Outpatient
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPTrauma-informedTower Hill Recovery Home
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programPsychological Center – Pegasus House
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialDrug treatmentEvery listing comes from the SAMHSA National Directory of Substance Use Treatment Facilities, where the facility reported offering a program or group for LGBTQ clients; ratings come from public business data. Services change, so confirm details with the program. See all LGBTQ programs in New Hampshire.
What the programs near Portsmouth offer
Of the 12 listed programs shown here, 11 accept private insurance, 8 offer trauma-related counseling, 10 offer cognitive behavioral therapy, 5 offer a sliding fee scale, 10 offer telehealth, 3 provide inpatient or residential care, 6 treat co-occurring mental health conditions, and 10 run a program for clients with HIV. Always confirm with the program before you go.
Levels of care within 25 miles of Portsmouth
Counts of LGBTQ programs that report each service to SAMHSA, out of 6 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles.
| Service | Programs |
|---|---|
| Residential treatment | 1 |
| Partial hospitalization (PHP) | 1 |
| Intensive outpatient (IOP) | 2 |
| Regular outpatient | 4 |
| Trauma-related counseling | 6 |
| Telehealth | 6 |
Nearby cities to compare
| City | Distance from Portsmouth | LGBTQ Rehab programs within 10 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Dover, NH | 10 miles | 2 |
| Somersworth, NH | 14 miles | 2 |
| Amesbury, MA | 16 miles | 2 |
| Newburyport, MA | 18 miles | 1 |
| Rochester, NH | 19 miles | 1 |
Being able to be yourself in treatment
Treatment works best when you can talk honestly about your life: your partner, your family, your gender, where and why you use. In a program that runs an LGBTQ group, those conversations are expected rather than awkward. Ask any program how staff are trained and how they handle names, pronouns and rooming.
See questions to ask an LGBTQ rehab before you commit.
Why LGBTQ-specific care can matter
Research summarized by the National Institute on Drug Abuse finds that sexual and gender minority people report higher rates of substance use and substance use disorders than the general population. Researchers often explain the gap with minority stress: the extra, ongoing strain of stigma, discrimination and having to stay on guard.
A program with an LGBTQ group gives you a place to talk about those pressures with people who share them, instead of working around them.
What LGBTQ rehab looks like
Expect a mix of individual counseling, group therapy and skills work such as cognitive behavioral therapy and relapse prevention. In an LGBTQ group, topics often include coming out, minority stress, dating and social life in recovery, and rebuilding support.
Ask each program near Portsmouth how often its LGBTQ group meets and whether it is part of every client's schedule or optional.
Prefer to live at home during treatment?
We list 5 programs within 25 miles of Portsmouth that report intensive outpatient, day treatment or regular outpatient services. Intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs let you attend treatment during the day or evening and go home afterward.
New Hampshire rules and programs that affect treatment
These state-level facts apply to everyone seeking LGBTQ rehab in Portsmouth.
Who oversees treatment
Under RSA 172, the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services establishes and coordinates the state's system of substance use disorder treatment services and sets rules on facility and counselor certification.
Court-ordered treatment
New Hampshire has no civil commitment law specific to substance use found in RSA 172 or 172-B, but under RSA 172:13 a court can order treatment at a certified facility for a dependent person in a criminal case, and officers may take intoxicated people into protective custody.
Insurance and cost
Federal parity rules generally require health plans that cover substance use treatment to cover it on terms comparable to other medical care. Your cost depends on your plan, deductible and the program's network status, so verify benefits first. Our insurance guides explain how major carriers handle rehab.
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Call 866-825-1171Frequently asked questions
How do I find LGBTQ rehab near Portsmouth, NH?
Start with the closest programs on this page, then call to ask about their LGBTQ group and your insurance. Our independent helpline can also help you compare options.
What does it mean that a program reports an LGBTQ program?
Each listed facility told SAMHSA's national treatment survey that it offers a program or group specifically for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer clients. It's self-reported, so ask the program how the group works and how often it meets.
Can I bring my partner or chosen family into treatment?
Many programs offer family sessions and let you define who counts as family. Ask at intake whether partners and chosen family can take part.
Will my information stay private?
Federal rules (42 CFR Part 2) give substance use treatment records extra confidentiality protections beyond standard health privacy law. Ask any program how it handles your records and who can see them.
More treatment options near Portsmouth
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LGBTQ Rehab in nearby cities
Dover, NHSomersworth, NHAmesbury, MANewburyport, MARochester, NHHaverhill, MASanford, MEGloucester, MAMethuen Town, MALawrence, MAAll of New Hampshire
Guides
- Why LGBTQ-Specific Addiction Treatment Matters | LGBTQ Rehab
- Questions to Ask an LGBTQ Rehab Before You Enroll
- Transgender Rehab: Finding Addiction Treatment That Respects Your Gender
- Minority Stress and Addiction: How Stigma Affects Substance Use
- Family Rejection, Chosen Family and Recovery
- LGBTQ-Friendly vs LGBTQ-Specific Rehab: What's the Difference?