Evidence-based methamphetamine addiction treatment through our PHP and IOP programs. Individualized care from licensed clinicians in a supportive, family-style environment.
At Trailhead Treatment Center, we offer multiple levels of care for methamphetamine addiction. Your treatment plan is tailored to your needs, schedule, and recovery goals.
Our highest level of outpatient care. Structured daily programming with group therapy, individual sessions, and NP evaluation within 24 hours. Average 20–30 days.
Learn About PHP →Step-down from PHP with flexible scheduling. Choose from 9 AM, 12:30 PM, or 6 PM sessions. Weekly individual therapy included. 60–90 day program.
Learn About IOP →Designed for working adults who need treatment without disrupting their career. IOP-level intensity during evening hours.
Evening Track Details →Ongoing support and maintenance after completing PHP or IOP. Individual therapy and one group session weekly with your assigned clinician.
Learn About OP →All program levels available virtually. Participate from home or mix in-person and virtual sessions to fit your schedule.
Telehealth Options →Our on-site Nurse Practitioner manages medications for sleep disturbances, anxiety, depression, and other symptoms during meth recovery. No FDA-approved MAT for meth exists, but supportive medications make a significant difference.
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Evidence-based therapies specifically designed for stimulant use disorder, including CBT, contingency management, and the Matrix Model for meth recovery.
Nurse Practitioner evaluation and supportive medication management within 24 hours of admission to PHP. Sleep aids, mood stabilizers, and anti-anxiety options available same-day.
Structured group therapy targeting meth-specific triggers, cravings, and the psychological dependence that drives compulsive stimulant use.
Morning, afternoon, or evening sessions. Switch between time slots daily based on your work and family commitments.
Small caseloads ensure your clinician has time for personalized treatment planning and individualized attention.
One-on-one therapy with your assigned clinician every week, regardless of program level. Collaborative goal setting from day one.
While no FDA-approved MAT exists for meth, our NP prescribes supportive medications for sleep, anxiety, depression, and cravings to ease recovery.
Individual family therapy sessions plus monthly Zoom family education groups covering codependency and family systems.
Breathwork, yoga, and meditation integrated into programming. Experiential activities including equine therapy and hiking.
Dedicated case manager for life skills development, employment support, housing referrals, and aftercare coordination.
When clinically appropriate, start treatment within 24–48 hours of your initial call. Multiple weekly admission opportunities.
Meth recovery focuses on psychological healing and brain chemistry restoration. No physical detox is required, so structured treatment begins immediately.
A comfortable, home-like environment designed to support your recovery journey.
Multiple dedicated spaces for group sessions, each designed for a different therapeutic modality. Comfortable seating for open discussion and evidence-based skills groups.
Quiet space for breathwork, yoga, and mindfulness practice.
Calm decompression space when you need a quiet moment.
Ping pong, foosball, and Xbox for fellowship and sober fun.
Fresh air, walks, and social space between sessions.
Lunch provided for PHP clients, snacks and coffee for all.
Most clients begin treatment within 24–48 hours. Call now for a free, confidential consultation.
Our staff combines professional credentials with lived recovery experience — they understand addiction from both sides.
Oversees all clinical operations and treatment planning. Specializes in evidence-based approaches for methamphetamine and substance use disorders.
Master’s-level clinician with 10+ years treating stimulant addiction. Leads group therapy and individual counseling sessions.
Manages supportive medications for sleep, mood, and anxiety during meth recovery. Evaluates all PHP clients within 24 hours of admission.
5+ years in behavioral health. Coordinates life skills training, employment support, housing referrals, and aftercare planning.
Methamphetamine addiction can escalate rapidly. If you or a loved one is experiencing any of these signs, help is available.
If you or a loved one is experiencing any of these signs, we can help.
Call (857) 312-1697Our admissions team is available to help you take the first step today.
Understanding the growing scope of meth use in our community.
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Supporting someone through methamphetamine addiction is especially challenging due to the behavioral and psychological changes meth causes.
Meth can cause paranoia, hallucinations, and delusional thinking. These symptoms may persist for weeks after stopping use. Understanding this is not a choice but a drug effect helps you respond with compassion, not confrontation.
Watch for dramatic weight loss, dental deterioration (“meth mouth”), skin sores from picking, staying awake for days at a time, and sudden, dramatic changes in appearance.
Stop covering for their behavior, making excuses, or shielding them from consequences. Enabling delays the moment they recognize they need help.
Paranoid behavior may make boundary-setting feel dangerous. Communicate limits clearly but from a safe distance if needed. “I love you, and I won’t participate in behaviors that support your addiction.”
Your mental health matters too. Consider therapy for yourself, join a support group (Nar-Anon or Al-Anon), and maintain your own routines and boundaries.
Choose a time when they’re not under the influence. Use “I” statements: “I’m worried about you” rather than “You have a problem.” Be prepared for denial or anger.
Our family support program is open to all family members 18+, past and present clients.
Call for Family SupportIt’s common for people struggling with methamphetamine addiction to resist treatment — especially when paranoia or psychosis is involved. This doesn’t mean recovery is impossible.
A structured, guided intervention led by a professional can break through denial and help your loved one see the impact of their meth use.
Rather than confrontation, express concern with empathy. Motivational interviewing techniques focus on their own reasons for wanting change.
Follow through on consequences you’ve communicated. Boundaries protect your wellbeing and can motivate change.
People move through precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance. Meeting them where they are is more effective than pushing.
If there’s immediate danger — psychotic episodes, suicidal thoughts, violent behavior, or risk of harm — call 911 or the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Our admissions team can guide you through next steps, discuss intervention options, and help you prepare for when your loved one is ready to accept help.
Call (857) 312-1697Our family support program provides education and community for anyone affected by a loved one’s methamphetamine addiction.
Topics include codependency, family systems, substance use education, and building a recovery-supportive home.
Trailhead Treatment Center is located in the medical and behavioral health corridor of Salem, New Hampshire. We provide methamphetamine addiction treatment for adults throughout greater New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts.
Conveniently accessible via I-93 and Route 28, with clients commuting from:
Dually licensed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts — serving clients from both states.
Yes. Unlike opioids or alcohol, meth does not produce life-threatening physical withdrawal. However, the psychological addiction is extremely powerful. Meth floods the brain with dopamine — up to 10 times the normal amount — creating intense cravings and a profound inability to feel pleasure without the drug. Treatment focuses on rewiring these psychological patterns through CBT, contingency management, and behavioral therapies.
Methamphetamine-induced psychosis is a real and serious risk. Symptoms include paranoia, hallucinations (often tactile — feeling bugs under the skin), and delusional thinking. In most cases, psychotic symptoms resolve within days to weeks after stopping meth use, but some individuals experience lingering symptoms for months. Our clinical team is experienced in managing clients with psychosis history and will coordinate psychiatric care as needed.
“Meth mouth” is caused by a combination of factors: dry mouth from reduced saliva production, teeth grinding (bruxism), poor nutrition, and neglected oral hygiene during prolonged use. The damage ranges from cavities and gum disease to severe tooth decay and loss. While the addiction can be treated, dental damage often requires professional restoration. We can provide referrals to dental specialists as part of your recovery plan.
Brain chemistry recovery from meth is a gradual process. The dopamine system, which meth severely depletes, can take 12–18 months or longer to normalize. During early recovery, many people experience anhedonia (inability to feel pleasure), fatigue, depression, and cognitive difficulties. These symptoms improve steadily over time, and our treatment helps accelerate recovery through structured therapy, nutrition, exercise, and supportive medications.
Currently, there are no FDA-approved medications specifically for methamphetamine addiction (unlike opioids or alcohol). However, our on-site Nurse Practitioner prescribes supportive medications that make a significant difference in recovery — including sleep aids, antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, and mood stabilizers. These medications help manage the withdrawal symptoms and psychological distress that come with early meth recovery.
Research shows that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and contingency management are the most effective treatments for stimulant use disorders. At Trailhead, we combine these with DBT, ACT, relapse prevention, the Matrix Model, and holistic approaches like breathwork, yoga, and meditation. The combination of evidence-based and experiential therapies provides the strongest foundation for lasting recovery from meth.
Unlike alcohol or opioids, methamphetamine does not require medical detox. While the “crash” period after stopping meth can be extremely uncomfortable — involving intense fatigue, depression, and excessive sleeping — it is not medically dangerous. This means clients can begin PHP treatment at Trailhead immediately, with our NP managing any acute symptoms from day one.
Absolutely. Our Evening Professional Track (6–9 PM, Monday through Thursday) is specifically designed for working adults. We also offer afternoon IOP sessions and telehealth options. You can switch between time slots daily based on your work schedule.
Most major insurance plans cover methamphetamine addiction treatment. We are in-network with Anthem BCBS, Point 32 Health (Harvard Pilgrim + Tufts), Tricare, Uprise Health, and WellSense (NH Medicaid). Our admissions team can verify your benefits in minutes — call (857) 312-1697 or use our online form.
Our differentiators include: a family-style environment where staff know every client by name, specialized stimulant-focused programming including contingency management, flexible scheduling across morning/afternoon/evening tracks, staff with both professional credentials and lived recovery experience, 12:1 counselor caseloads for personalized attention, and same-day admission availability when clinically appropriate.
Your recovery begins with a single phone call. We’ll handle the rest.
