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Xanax Addiction Treatment in Salem, NH

Specialized Xanax addiction treatment with medically supervised taper protocols, transition to longer-acting benzodiazepines, 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 Xanax Addiction

Xanax (alprazolam) is one of the most commonly abused benzodiazepines due to its fast-acting effects. Dependence can develop rapidly, even with prescribed use.

Mild

Taking Xanax more frequently or in higher doses than prescribed
Unsuccessful attempts to cut down or stop taking Xanax
Running out of Xanax prescriptions early or obtaining pills from non-medical sources
Continuing to use Xanax despite growing concern from family, friends, or doctors

Moderate

Increased tolerance — needing higher doses of Xanax to achieve the same calming effect
Blackouts, memory gaps, and slurred speech during normal daily activities
Severe rebound anxiety and panic attacks between doses that feel worse than the original condition
Mixing Xanax with alcohol, opioids, or other sedatives — dramatically increasing overdose risk

Severe

Dangerous withdrawal symptoms including seizures, hallucinations, and psychosis when Xanax wears off
Continued use despite cognitive decline, emotional numbness, and physical deterioration
Overwhelming anxiety and panic when unable to obtain Xanax, consuming all daily thinking
Complete inability to function without Xanax — life-threatening physical dependence requiring medical taper

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

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Start Xanax Addiction Treatment Today

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

Treatment Programs

Programs for Xanax 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 the transition from short-acting Xanax to longer-acting benzodiazepines for a safer, more stable dose reduction.

Learn More About MAT
MedicationsMedical Taper (Long-Acting Switch)
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 Xanax recovery at Trailhead — the staff made me feel safe during the taper process. The medical team monitored everything closely and the therapy gave me real tools for anxiety.]”

— [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 Xanax-specific treatment — the gradual taper combined with DBT gave me coping skills I never had. I’m celebrating 6 months free from Xanax.]”

— [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 Xanax 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 Xanax Withdrawal Protocol

Individualized taper schedules that transition from short-acting Xanax to longer-acting benzodiazepines, then gradually reduce dosage to prevent seizures, 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 Xanax Treatment

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Weeks 1–2: Stabilization

Following medically supervised taper initiation (switching from Xanax to a longer-acting benzodiazepine), 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: transition to longer-acting benzo
  • 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 Xanax dependence and the brain’s GABA system
  • 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

Xanax & Benzos in New Hampshire

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Million Xanax Rx Per Year (US)
Xanax is the most prescribed benzodiazepine in America and among the most abused.
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Develop Dependence Within Weeks
Xanax’s short half-life creates rapid tolerance. Physical dependence can develop in as few as 2–4 weeks of daily use.
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Of OD Deaths Involve Benzos
Benzodiazepines like Xanax are present in nearly 1 in 5 overdose deaths nationwide.
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 Xanax Addiction

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

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Educate Yourself

Xanax dependence is a medical condition, not a moral failing. Many people become addicted through legitimate prescriptions for anxiety or panic disorder. 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 Xanax 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 Xanax 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 Xanax 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.” 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. Xanax withdrawal can cause life-threatening seizures and should never be managed alone. Never stop Xanax cold turkey.

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 Xanax 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

Xanax Addiction Treatment in Salem, NH & Beyond

Trailhead Treatment Center is located in the medical and behavioral health corridor of Salem, New Hampshire. We provide Xanax 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

Xanax Addiction Treatment FAQ

Common signs include needing higher doses for the same effect, blackouts and memory gaps, rebound anxiety and panic attacks between doses, running out of prescriptions early, doctor shopping, and experiencing tremors or seizures when stopping abruptly.
Xanax dependence can develop in as little as 2–4 weeks of daily use. Because it is short-acting, the body metabolizes it quickly and craves the next dose sooner. Key warning signs include needing more to feel calm, taking it outside of prescribed situations, experiencing interdose withdrawal (anxiety returning before the next dose is due), and feeling unable to face the day without it. If you’re taking more than prescribed, it’s time for a professional assessment.
Trailhead coordinates medically supervised taper protocols through our on-site Nurse Practitioner. The standard approach involves switching from short-acting Xanax to a longer-acting benzodiazepine (such as diazepam), then gradually tapering. For severe cases, we partner with inpatient detox facilities. Stopping Xanax abruptly is dangerous — never quit cold turkey without medical supervision.
Treatment length depends on dosage, duration of use, and individual response to taper. The medical taper phase alone can take weeks to months. PHP typically lasts 20–30 days, IOP runs 60–90 days, and ongoing outpatient support continues as needed. Xanax recovery often takes longer than other substances due to protracted withdrawal.
Stopping Xanax abruptly can cause life-threatening seizures, psychosis, and death. Because Xanax is short-acting, withdrawal comes on fast and hard. Our NP typically transitions clients to a longer-acting benzodiazepine for more stable blood levels, then gradually reduces the dose over weeks or months. This 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.

Begin Your Recovery Journey Today

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