ABOUT STONINGTON INSTITUTE
Stonington Institute, located in North Stonington, Connecticut, provides inpatient and outpatient treatment for individuals struggling with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders. The facility is a recognized center for adolescents and is one of the few in the state with programming for this population.
Stonington Institute offers a range of services including inpatient, non-hospital detox, a partial hospitalization program (PHP), and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) for adult clients. The facility also provides a residential program specifically for adolescent males. Additionally, the Starlight Program offers specialized treatment for veterans and active military personnel.
TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT
Clients at Stonington Institute receive an initial assessment with a trained counselor and their level of care is determined based on their needs. Individuals requiring intensive care can begin in the detox unit, which provides structured and medically monitored detoxification based on the 12-step recovery model.
Adult clients can transition to PHP or IOP treatment after detox. PHP clients participate in small group therapy, psychoeducation groups, spirituality discussions, and music and art therapy. They also have individual consultations with an on-site psychiatrist as needed. IOP clients attend three evening sessions each week as a step-down from PHP.
The Starlight Program provides residential treatment for male and female veterans and active military personnel. This program uses 12-step principles and other treatment methods to address issues common among service members, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and loss and grief. Clients typically stay on-site for 28 days.
The adolescent program at Stonington Institute focuses on counseling, education for addiction and co-occurring disorders, independent living skills, and educational goals. The residential unit accommodates up to 10 boys at a time.
STAFF CREDENTIALS
Stonington Institute employs physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, licensed social workers, licensed alcohol and drug counselors, and master’s level therapists. The facility ensures that staff members meet continuing education requirements, as mandated by state regulations. Opinions of the staff among surveyed individuals varied.
Staff Experience and Training: 3/5
ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES
The co-ed detox unit at Stonington Institute offers both private and semi-private rooms. PHP and IOP clients have the option to stay in one of the facility’s 13 off-campus housing units, where they can participate in daily AA/NA meetings and find a sponsor. Details about adolescent housing are not provided.
The Starlight Program participants reside in a homelike facility situated on 25 acres of farmland in rural Connecticut. The women’s program within Starlight incorporates equine therapy. Opinions about the cleanliness of the facilities among surveyed individuals were moderately critical.
Facility Cleanliness and Upkeep: 2.9/5
WHAT ALUMNI SAY
Opinions among the 13 alumni surveyed by Best-rehabs.com were mixed. Some alumni gave favorable ratings for the facility’s ability to resolve conflicts and the effectiveness of group counseling. For example, alum C.T. wrote, “If you are not ready for the harsh reality of becoming clean and sober and cannot get along with groups of people, this is not the facility for you.” Others mentioned issues with off-site housing and food, as well as the quality of classes.
On Google, 11 former clients also expressed mixed opinions, resulting in an average rating of 3.4 out of five stars. One reviewer mentioned issues with staff professionalism, while another simply described the facility as “awesome.”
WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY
Among the nine friends or family members surveyed by Best-rehabs.com, opinions of the facility were generally moderate-to-negative. They provided neutral ratings for family involvement, visitor policies, and holistic offerings. Concerns were expressed about relapse, rule enforcement, supervision, follow-up, and the overall effectiveness of treatment. However, some mentioned the variety of facility locations and availability of beds as strengths of the facility.
Family Participation: 2.3/5
Connectivity/Visitation Policy: 2.3/5
Holistic Offerings: 1.3/5
FINANCING
The cost of treatment at Stonington Institute is not published. The facility accepts most major insurance plans and TRICARE. Clients are advised to contact the facility directly for more information about financing and insurance coverage. Surveyed individuals provided moderately low ratings regarding treatment cost.
Affordability: 2.8/5
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