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Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment in Salem, NH

Specialized benzodiazepine addiction treatment with medically supervised taper protocols, flexible scheduling, and a family-style approach to safe, lasting recovery.

24-48hr
Admission
4:1
Staff Ratio
Dual
NH & MA Licensed
MAT
Available
Recognize the Signs

Signs & Symptoms of Benzodiazepine Addiction

Benzodiazepine dependence develops gradually and can be difficult to recognize. Understanding the warning signs can help determine when professional help is needed.

Mild

Taking benzodiazepines more frequently or in higher doses than prescribed
Unsuccessful attempts to cut down or stop using benzodiazepines
Visiting multiple doctors to obtain additional prescriptions (doctor shopping)
Continuing to use benzodiazepines despite growing concern from family or friends

Moderate

Increased tolerance — needing higher doses to achieve the same calming effect
Memory problems, confusion, and difficulty concentrating during daily activities
Rebound anxiety and insomnia that worsen when doses are missed or reduced
Mixing benzodiazepines with alcohol or opioids, dramatically increasing overdose risk

Severe

Dangerous withdrawal symptoms including seizures, hallucinations, and psychosis
Continued use despite cognitive decline, emotional blunting, and physical deterioration
Severe panic attacks and overwhelming anxiety when unable to obtain benzodiazepines
Complete inability to function without benzodiazepines — life-threatening physical dependence

Experiencing any of these symptoms? Our clinical team can help determine the right level of care.

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Start Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment Today

Same-day admissions available. Most insurance accepted. Confidential.

Treatment Programs

Programs for Benzodiazepine Addiction

Multiple levels of care designed to meet you where you are in recovery. Step up or down as your needs evolve.

Partial Hospitalization Program

Our most intensive outpatient level. Full-day programming with clinical assessments, group therapy, individual sessions, and holistic activities. Ideal for those stepping down from detox or needing intensive structure.

Learn More About PHP
ScheduleMon–Fri, 9am–3:30pm
Duration20–30 days
IncludesLunch provided
NP AccessWithin 24 hours
TherapyWeekly individual

Intensive Outpatient Program

A structured step-down from PHP. Continued group therapy and individual sessions with more flexibility for work, school, or family commitments.

Learn More About IOP
ScheduleMon–Fri, 9am–12:30pm
Duration60–90 days
FlexibilitySwitch sessions daily
TherapyWeekly individual

Evening Professional Track

Designed specifically for working professionals. The same evidence-based programming as our daytime IOP, delivered in the evening so you can maintain your career.

Learn More
ScheduleMon–Thu, 6pm–9pm
Ideal ForWorking adults
FlexibilityMix AM/PM daily
TherapyWeekly individual

Outpatient Program

Step-down support for continued recovery. Less intensive than IOP but maintains therapeutic momentum with weekly groups and individual sessions.

Learn More About OP
Schedule1–3 sessions/week
DurationOngoing as needed
FocusRelapse prevention
TherapyWeekly individual

Telehealth Services

Full access to our programming from anywhere. Secure video platform for groups, individual therapy, and psychiatric consultations. Same clinical rigor, added convenience.

Learn More About Telehealth
PlatformHIPAA-compliant video
OptionsFull or hybrid attendance
StatesNH & MA residents
GroupsLive participation

Medication-Assisted Treatment

Medically supervised taper protocols combined with counseling and behavioral therapies. Our on-site Nurse Practitioner manages gradual dose reduction schedules to prevent seizures and support safe, sustained recovery from benzodiazepine dependence.

Learn More About MAT
MedicationsMedical Taper Protocols
ProviderOn-site NP
EvalWithin 24 hours
ApproachClient-directed
JCAHO Accredited
NH Licensed
MA Licensed
LegitScript Certified
Client Reviews

What Our Clients Say

★★★★★

“[Client testimonial about benzodiazepine recovery at Trailhead — the staff made me feel like family from day one. The medical taper was handled safely and I never felt rushed.]”

— [Client Name], Google Review
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“[Client testimonial about the personalized approach — my therapist understood me and the NP got my medication right within the first week. I finally feel hopeful.]”

— [Client Name], Google Review
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“[Client testimonial about benzodiazepine-specific treatment — the gradual taper combined with DBT skills gave me my life back. I’m celebrating 6 months free from benzos.]”

— [Client Name], Google Review
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“[Family member testimonial — the family support program helped us understand addiction and rebuild our relationship. We couldn’t have done this without Trailhead.]”

— [Family Member], Google Review
Why Trailhead

11 Reasons to Choose Trailhead for Benzodiazepine Treatment

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Live at Home, Heal During the Day

Intensive daily programming while maintaining your home life, family connections, and sober living arrangement.

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Flexible Scheduling

Mix morning, afternoon, or evening sessions to fit your work, family, or personal commitments. Switch tracks daily.

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On-Site NP Within 24 Hours

Every client sees our Nurse Practitioner within a day of admission for medication evaluation and health assessment.

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Medical Taper — Safe Benzodiazepine Reduction

Individualized taper schedules that gradually reduce benzodiazepine dosage to prevent seizures and life-threatening withdrawal, managed by our on-site NP.

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Daily DBT Skills Groups

Dialectical behavior therapy builds the emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness skills essential for lasting recovery.

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Weekly Individual Therapy

One-on-one sessions with a licensed therapist at every program level — not just when insurance allows it.

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Client-Driven Approach

Your therapeutic modality is individualized — CBT, ACT, 12-Step, SMART Recovery. We adapt to you, not the other way around.

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Rapid Admission

Multiple weekly admission opportunities. Begin programming within 24 to 48 hours of your first call.

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Family-Style Environment

Staff know every client by name. Shared lunches build fellowship. This isn’t a factory — it’s a family.

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Holistic & Experiential

Yoga, meditation, breathwork, equine therapy, and sober recreational activities complement evidence-based treatment.

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Dual State Licensing

Licensed in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts, ensuring broad regional access and insurance acceptance.

Recovery Timeline

Your Path Through Benzodiazepine Treatment

01

Weeks 1–2: Stabilization

Following medically supervised taper initiation (coordinated with our NP or external detox), your first weeks focus on clinical assessment, taper protocol management, and building your treatment team.

  • Comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluation
  • NP evaluation within 24 hours
  • Medical taper protocol initiation and monitoring
  • Therapist and case manager assignment
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Weeks 3–4: Active Treatment

Immerse in intensive therapeutic programming. Daily group sessions, individual therapy, and skill-building exercises.

  • Daily DBT, CBT, and ACT skills groups
  • Weekly individual therapy sessions
  • Psychoeducation on benzodiazepine dependence and the brain
  • Relapse prevention planning begins
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Weeks 5–8: Integration

Apply your new skills to real-life situations. Step down from PHP to IOP as you build independence and confidence.

  • Real-world skill application exercises
  • Equine therapy, hiking, sober activities
  • Family therapy and support groups
  • Transition planning begins
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Weeks 9–12+: Maintenance

Continued outpatient support, alumni program, and aftercare coordination to sustain your recovery long-term.

  • Step-down to OP or ongoing individual therapy
  • Alumni program enrollment
  • Sober living coordination if needed
  • External provider referrals
Our Facility

Tour Trailhead

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Group Therapy Rooms

Comfortable spaces designed for open dialogue during group sessions.

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Meditation Room

Quiet sanctuary for mindfulness practice and breathwork.

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Serenity Room

Private space for decompression and sensory regulation.

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Dining Area

Where fellowship happens — shared lunches and community bonds.

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Recreation Room

Ping pong, foosball, Xbox — recovery can be fun.

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Outdoor Space

Fresh air and green space for breaks between sessions.

Your Clinical Team

Meet the People Behind Your Recovery

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[Clinical Director]

LCMHC, CCTP
[Clinical Director] oversees all clinical operations at Trailhead, bringing specialized training in trauma processing and evidence-based addiction treatment.
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[Lead Therapist]

LADC, Master’s Degree
With over 10 years of experience in addiction counseling, [Lead Therapist] specializes in DBT skills groups and individual therapy for substance use disorders.
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[Nurse Practitioner]

APRN, Psychiatric NP
Our on-site NP manages medication-assisted treatment, psychiatric evaluations, and ongoing medication management for all clients.
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[Case Manager]

5+ Years Behavioral Health
Your advocate for life beyond treatment — employment support, life skills, resume building, court paperwork, and sober living coordination.
The Reality

Benzodiazepines in New Hampshire

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Benzo-Involved OD Deaths Yearly
Benzodiazepines are involved in roughly 30% of opioid overdose deaths in NH.
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Rx Benzo Misuse Rate
An estimated 12% of benzodiazepine users develop dependence, often without realizing it.
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Seek Specialized Help
Fewer than 1 in 10 people dependent on benzodiazepines receive specialized tapering treatment.
Insurance & Payment

We Accept Most Major Plans

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Point 32 Health (Harvard Pilgrim)
Point 32 Health (Tufts)
Tricare
Uprise Health (Laborers Union)
WellSense (NH Medicaid)

Don’t see your provider? Call us — we work with many plans and offer affordable self-pay options.

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Your information is secure and confidential. HIPAA protected.

By the Numbers

Trailhead at a Glance

Staff-to-Client Ratio
4:1
Counselor Caseload
12:1
Admission Timeline
24-48hr
Client Capacity
~70

Your Recovery Is Worth Fighting For

Take the next step. Our team is here to guide you through the process.

For Family Members

How to Help a Loved One with Benzodiazepine Addiction

Supporting someone through addiction is challenging. These evidence-based approaches can help.

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Educate Yourself

Benzodiazepine dependence is a medical condition, not a moral failing. Many people become dependent through legitimate prescriptions. Understanding this helps you respond with compassion.

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Stop Enabling

Stop covering for their behavior or shielding them from consequences. Enabling delays the moment they seek help.

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Set Boundaries

Communicate limits with love. “I care about you, and I won’t support behaviors that fuel your addiction.”

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Family Therapy

Individual family therapy sessions and monthly Zoom education groups on codependency, family systems, and recovery.

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Self-Care First

Your mental health matters. Consider therapy, join Al-Anon, and maintain your own routines and social connections.

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Start the Talk

Choose a sober moment. Use “I” statements: “I’m worried about you” not “You have a problem.”

Our family support program is open to all family members 18+, past and present clients.

Call for Family Support
When a Loved One Won’t Seek Help

What If They Refuse Treatment?

It’s common for people struggling with benzodiazepine dependence to resist treatment. These approaches can help.

Consider a Professional Intervention

A structured, guided intervention led by a certified specialist can break through denial and help your loved one see the real impact of their benzodiazepine use on themselves and those around them. Professional interventionists know how to frame the conversation with compassion rather than confrontation.

Use Motivational Approaches

Rather than confrontation, express concern with empathy. Motivational interviewing techniques focus on their own reasons for wanting change. Ask open-ended questions: “What would your life look like free from benzodiazepine dependence?” Let them arrive at their own motivation.

Set Clear Boundaries

Follow through on consequences you’ve communicated. Boundaries protect your wellbeing and can motivate change. Be specific: “If you continue taking pills beyond your prescription, I will not cover for you’s.” Then follow through consistently — empty threats enable continued use.

Understand the Stages of Change

People move through precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance. Your loved one may not be ready for action yet — but that doesn’t mean they won’t be. Meeting them where they are is more effective than pushing them where you want them to be.

Know When to Call for Help

If there’s immediate danger — suicidal thoughts, severe withdrawal symptoms (seizures, hallucinations), or risk of harm to self or others — call 911 or the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline immediately. Benzodiazepine withdrawal can cause life-threatening seizures and should never be managed alone. Abrupt cessation is extremely dangerous.

Our admissions team can guide you even if your loved one isn’t ready.

Call (857) 312-1697

Monthly Family Education Groups

Our family support program provides education and community for anyone affected by a loved one’s benzodiazepine addiction.

Monthly via Zoom Open to Family Members 18+ Set Curriculum Past & Present Clients

Topics include codependency, family systems, substance use education, and building a recovery-supportive home.

Call for Family Support
Service Area

Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment in Salem, NH & Beyond

Trailhead Treatment Center is located in the medical and behavioral health corridor of Salem, New Hampshire. We provide benzodiazepine addiction treatment for adults throughout greater New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts.

Trailhead Treatment Center
103 Stiles Rd, Suites 1 & 2
Salem, NH 03079

(857) 312-1697

Conveniently accessible via I-93 and Route 28. Dually licensed in NH & MA.

Salem Derry (~15 min) Nashua (~25 min) Manchester (~35 min) Concord (~55 min) Lowell, MA (~20 min) Boston, MA (~45 min) Northern MA
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Frequently Asked Questions

Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment FAQ

Common signs include needing higher doses for the same effect, rebound anxiety or insomnia when doses are missed, memory problems, difficulty concentrating, doctor shopping for multiple prescriptions, and withdrawal symptoms like tremors, panic attacks, or seizures when stopping abruptly.
Benzodiazepine dependence often develops gradually during legitimate medical use. The body builds tolerance within weeks, requiring higher doses for the same relief. Key warning signs include taking more than prescribed, feeling unable to cope without the medication, experiencing rebound anxiety worse than the original condition, and running out of prescriptions early. If you cannot function without benzodiazepines, it’s time to seek specialized help.
Trailhead coordinates medically supervised taper protocols through our on-site Nurse Practitioner. For severe cases, we partner with trusted medical detox facilities for inpatient stabilization and can admit clients to our PHP program within 24–48 hours of completing the acute taper phase. Abrupt cessation of benzodiazepines is dangerous — never stop without medical supervision.
Treatment length depends on dosage history and duration of use. Medical taper alone can take weeks to months. PHP typically lasts 20–30 days, IOP runs 60–90 days, and ongoing outpatient support continues as needed. Benzodiazepine recovery often requires a longer overall timeline than other substances due to protracted withdrawal symptoms.
Abrupt cessation of benzodiazepines can cause life-threatening seizures, psychosis, and death. Our on-site Nurse Practitioner designs individualized taper schedules that gradually reduce dosage over weeks or months. This may involve switching to a longer-acting benzodiazepine for more stable reduction. Medical taper is always combined with therapy for a comprehensive approach.
We use CBT, DBT, ACT, 12-Step facilitation, SMART Recovery, relapse prevention, and holistic approaches including yoga, meditation, breathwork, and equine therapy. Your treatment plan is individualized to your needs.
Yes — family involvement is encouraged. We offer individual family therapy sessions and monthly Zoom family education groups covering codependency, family systems, and substance use education. Open to any family member 18+.
Most major insurance plans cover treatment. We’re in-network with Anthem BCBS, Point 32 Health, Tricare, Uprise Health, and WellSense NH Medicaid. Our admissions team can verify your benefits in minutes.
Absolutely. Our Evening Professional Track (6–9 PM, Mon–Thu) is designed for working adults. We also offer afternoon IOP sessions and telehealth. You can switch between time slots daily based on your schedule.
We plan for aftercare from day one. Options include stepping down to IOP or OP, enrolling in our alumni program, referrals to external therapists, continued family support groups, and sober living coordination.

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