Coras Wellness and Behavioral Health Newark Treatment Center

CORAS Wellness and Behavioral Health has seven locations throughout Delaware, including this outpatient treatment clinic in Newark. Services here include mental health and addiction treatment, medication assisted treatment (MAT), peer support, general primary medical care and DUI classes.

CORAS accepts Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance plans. They also have options for Delaware residents without insurance.

Outpatient Treatment and MAT for Adults in Newark

The outpatient treatment programs include individual and group therapy for mental disorders, addiction, or both. I noticed that they use a harm reduction model and evidence based approaches like motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy.

The MAT program uses Vivitrol, methadone, and buprenorphine to support those with opioid use disorder. This allows you to focus on the recovery program and lowers the chance of relapse while you establish the habits and mindsets of recovery.

CORAS also has peer support services. Peers are trained individuals who have been through treatment and are in recovery for mental health or substance use issues similar to yours. They provide much needed encouragement and help you find the resources you need outside of treatment.

Multiple Programs for Comprehensive Care

I like how CORAS combines a lot of different services in one place. All seven locations have a range of care, from mental health and addiction counseling to basic medical care. This allows those with multiple needs to get integrated care.

For example, someone might need substance use treatment and also be at risk for HIV and Hep C. Having medical testing and care available in the same location as treatment is convenient and ensures nothing falls through the cracks.

There’s also a DUI program that provides up to 16 hours of treatment to help meet court requirements. Having that program alongside other recovery options is very convenient for clients.