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Adderall Addiction Treatment in Salem, New Hampshire

Adderall addiction often starts with a prescription — or a pill borrowed from a friend during finals week. What begins as a tool for focus becomes a crutch for everything: work deadlines, social energy, even getting out of bed. Before long, the drug that made you feel superhuman leaves you unable to function without it. At Trailhead, we understand that stimulant use disorders require specialized care — addressing the crash, the cognitive fog, the dopamine depletion, and the identity crisis of learning who you are without the drug. We offer evidence-based treatment with the flexibility, compassion, and clinical rigor that lasting recovery demands.
24-48hr Admission Timeline
4:1 Staff-to-Client Ratio
NP Psychiatric Support
Dual NH & MA Licensed
Recognize the Signs

Signs & Symptoms of Adderall Addiction

Stimulant use disorder exists on a spectrum. Whether Adderall was prescribed or obtained illicitly, dependency can develop gradually — and recognizing the signs is the first step.

Mild
Taking more Adderall than prescribed, or using it more frequently than intended — what starts as “just for big projects” becomes an everyday necessity.
Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop Adderall use, despite genuine desire to change and awareness that dependency has developed.
Spending increasing time and effort obtaining Adderall — doctor shopping, buying from others, or ordering online — and managing the crash afterward.
Continuing to use Adderall despite personality changes, irritability, relationship strain, or social withdrawal noticed by others.
Moderate
Increased tolerance — needing significantly higher doses to achieve the same focus or energy, sometimes exceeding prescribed amounts by multiples.
Paradoxically neglecting responsibilities despite using Adderall “to be productive” — as dependency deepens, the drug stops working as intended.
Giving up activities, hobbies, sleep, and meals in favor of extended stimulant-fueled work sessions or binge use.
Using Adderall in ways that create physical risk — staying awake for 48+ hours, combining with alcohol or other substances, or ignoring cardiac warning signs.
Severe
Withdrawal symptoms when not using — severe fatigue, depression, hypersomnia, increased appetite, cognitive fog, and an inability to experience pleasure (anhedonia).
Continued use despite heart palpitations, weight loss, insomnia, paranoia, anxiety, or worsening mental health.
Strong cravings and a persistent belief that you cannot function, think, or succeed without Adderall — the drug becomes fused with your identity.
Complete dependence — inability to work, study, socialize, or feel motivated without stimulants, with crashes lasting days between doses.

If any of these resonated, our clinical team can help determine the right level of care.

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Treatment Programs

Programs for Adderall Addiction

Multiple levels of care designed to meet you where you are. Adderall addiction responds well to structured programming that rebuilds natural dopamine function and develops new coping strategies — each chapter builds on the last.

i.

Partial Hospitalization Program

Our most intensive outpatient level. Full-day programming with clinical assessments, group therapy, individual sessions, holistic activities, and daily lunch. The foundation for lasting change.

Mon–Fri, 9am–3:30pm 20–30 days Lunch included
ii.

Intensive Outpatient Program

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

Mon–Fri, 9am–12:30pm 60–90 days Switch tracks daily
iii.

Evening Professional Track

Designed for working adults who can’t attend daytime programming. The same evidence-based IOP curriculum, delivered in the evening.

Mon–Thu, 6pm–9pm For working professionals
iv.

Outpatient Program

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

1–3 sessions/week Ongoing as needed
v.

Telehealth Services

Full access to our programming from anywhere. HIPAA-compliant video sessions for groups, individual therapy, and psychiatric consultations.

Full or hybrid attendance NH & MA residents
vi.

Psychiatric Stabilization Support

While there are no FDA-approved medications specifically for stimulant addiction, our Nurse Practitioner manages the crash and withdrawal phase — addressing depression, sleep disruption, cognitive fog, and co-occurring ADHD evaluation. Medication support for mood and sleep is available throughout treatment.

On-site NP ADHD re-evaluation Mood & sleep support
JCAHO Accredited NH Licensed MA Licensed LegitScript Certified HIPAA Compliant
What They Say

Stories from Recovery

“[Client testimonial about Adderall recovery at Trailhead — the staff made me feel like family from the very first day. The flexible scheduling meant I didn’t have to choose between getting help and keeping my job.]”
— [Client Name] • Google Review
“[Client testimonial about the personalized approach — my therapist truly understood what I was going through. The combination of DBT skills and medication management changed everything for me.]”
— [Client Name] • Google Review
“[Family member testimonial — the family support program helped us understand addiction as a disease, not a choice. We learned how to support recovery without enabling. It saved our family.]”
— [Family Member] • Google Review
Why Trailhead

11 Reasons to Choose Trailhead for Adderall Treatment

1. Live at home, heal during the day. Our outpatient model means you sleep in your own bed, maintain family connections, and build recovery skills in the real world from day one.

→ No residential stay required

2. Flexible scheduling across three tracks. Morning, afternoon, or evening sessions — switch daily based on your work, family, or personal commitments. Our Evening Professional Track (6–9 PM) is built specifically for working adults.

→ Switch tracks daily — no penalty
→ Switch tracks daily — no penalty

3. On-site Nurse Practitioner within 24 hours. Every client meets our NP within a day of admission for medication evaluation, health assessment, and MAT initiation if appropriate.

4. Psychiatric support for stimulant withdrawal. While there are no FDA-approved medications for Adderall addiction, our NP manages the crash phase — depression, fatigue, sleep disruption — and can re-evaluate underlying ADHD to develop a non-stimulant treatment plan.

→ ADHD re-evaluation & non-stimulant options
→ Vivitrol & Naltrexone available

5. Daily DBT skills groups provide the emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness foundation that makes lasting recovery possible.

6. Weekly individual therapy with a licensed therapist at every program level. One-on-one sessions aren’t a luxury — they’re a standard.

7. Client-driven therapy choice. CBT, ACT, 12-Step, SMART Recovery — your modality is based on your preferences and clinical needs, not a rigid curriculum.

→ Your recovery, your approach
→ Your recovery, your approach

8. Rapid admission. Multiple weekly admission opportunities. No months-long waitlists — begin programming within 24 to 48 hours of your first call.

9. A family-style environment where staff know every client by name. Shared lunches build fellowship. This isn’t a factory — it’s a family.

10. Holistic & experiential programming including yoga, meditation, breathwork, equine therapy at Blue Sky Farm, and sober recreational activities.

11. Dual state licensing in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts ensures broad regional access and insurance acceptance across both states.

Recovery Timeline

Your Path Through Adderall Treatment

Weeks 1–2 • Stabilization
The First Pages
The hardest part is behind you. Adderall withdrawal is not medically dangerous but can be psychologically intense — fatigue, depression, and cognitive fog are common. Your first days at Trailhead focus on stabilization, meeting your team, and beginning to rebuild natural energy and motivation.
  • Comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluation
  • NP evaluation and medication assessment within 24 hours
  • Psychiatric evaluation for underlying ADHD and non-stimulant medication options
  • Therapist and case manager assignment
Weeks 3–4 • Active Treatment
Finding Your Voice
Now the real work begins. Daily groups, individual sessions, and skill-building exercises help you understand the patterns that led here — and build new ones to replace them.
  • Daily DBT, CBT, and ACT skills groups
  • Weekly individual therapy sessions
  • Psychoeducation on Adderall’s impact on dopamine and the brain’s reward system
  • Relapse prevention planning begins
Weeks 5–8 • Integration
Writing New Chapters
You start applying what you’ve learned to real life. Step down from PHP to IOP. Build a support network. Discover that life without stimulants isn’t the foggy, unproductive existence you feared — it can be focused and genuinely good.
  • Real-world skill application exercises
  • Equine therapy, hiking, sober activities
  • Family therapy and monthly support groups
  • Transition planning and aftercare coordination
Weeks 9–12+ • Maintenance
The Story Continues
Recovery doesn’t end when programming does. Outpatient support, alumni connection, and aftercare referrals ensure you’re never writing this chapter alone.
  • Step-down to OP or ongoing individual therapy
  • Alumni program enrollment
  • Sober living coordination if needed
  • External provider referrals
Our Space

Tour Trailhead

Group Room

Group Therapy Rooms

Comfortable spaces for open dialogue and therapeutic connection.

Meditation Room

Meditation Room

Quiet sanctuary for mindfulness and breathwork.

Serenity Room

Serenity Room

Private space for decompression and sensory regulation.

Dining Area

Dining Area

Where fellowship happens — shared lunches and community.

Game Room

Recreation Room

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

Outdoor

Outdoor Space

Fresh air and green space between sessions.

Your Team

The People Behind Your Recovery

[Clinical Director]

LCMHC, CCTP

Oversees all clinical operations at Trailhead. Specialized training in trauma processing and evidence-based addiction treatment.

* Years of clinical experience in behavioral health

[Lead Therapist]

LADC, Master’s Degree

Over a decade of experience in addiction counseling. Specializes in DBT skills groups and individual therapy for substance use disorders.

* Combines professional credentials with lived recovery experience

[Nurse Practitioner]

APRN, Psychiatric NP

Manages medication-assisted treatment, psychiatric evaluations, and ongoing medication management. Available within 24 hours of admission.

* On-site for all PHP and IOP clients
The Local Picture

Stimulant Misuse in New Hampshire

Prescription stimulant misuse has become a growing crisis across the United States. Approximately 3.7 million Americans reported past-year misuse of prescription stimulants like Adderall in recent surveys1, with the highest rates among young adults aged 18–25. An estimated 1 in 6 college students has misused a prescription stimulant2 — and many of those who begin misusing in college continue into their professional careers.

Stimulant-involved overdose deaths have increased by over 30% nationally in recent years3, driven in part by counterfeit pills containing methamphetamine or fentanyl. Even legitimate Adderall misuse carries risks of cardiac events, psychosis, and severe depression during withdrawal. Behind every statistic is a person who believed they needed a pill to be enough. At Trailhead, we believe treatment changes these numbers — one person at a time.
SAMHSA National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 2022–2023. Past-year prescription stimulant misuse among adults 18+.
Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, 2021–2023. Prevalence of prescription stimulant misuse among U.S. college students.
CDC WONDER mortality database, 2020–2023. Stimulant-involved overdose death trends.
Coverage

Insurance We Accept

We work with most major insurance providers. Verify your coverage in minutes.

Provider Network Status
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield In-Network
Point 32 Health (Harvard Pilgrim) In-Network
Point 32 Health (Tufts) In-Network
Tricare In-Network
Uprise Health In-Network
WellSense (NH Medicaid) In-Network

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At a Glance

Trailhead by the Numbers

Trailhead Treatment Center maintains an approximate 4:1 staff-to-client ratio, with roughly 16 staff members supporting up to 60–70 clients at any given time. Each counselor carries a caseload of about 12 clients, which means there is space — real space — for the kind of individualized attention that makes treatment work. Admissions can be completed within 24 to 48 hours of an initial call, with multiple admission windows available each week. Our facility in Salem, New Hampshire serves adults ages 18 to 80, offering co-ed programming across every level of care. We are licensed in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts, with JCAHO and CARF accreditations pending.

The hardest part is the first call

Once you make it, we handle everything else. Admissions, insurance, scheduling — all of it.

For Families

How to Help a Loved One with Adderall Addiction

Dear Family Member,

If you are reading this, you are probably worried about someone you love. That worry is a sign of something good — it means you haven’t given up. And we want you to know: you shouldn’t.

Adderall addiction is a real medical condition, even when it started with a legitimate prescription. The person you knew before the stimulant dependency took hold is still there. But they need professional help to find their way back — and you may need guidance too.

Start by educating yourself. Understand how Adderall depletes dopamine over time, why “just stopping” leads to a devastating crash, and why prescription origin doesn’t prevent addiction. Stop covering for their behavior — supplying pills, making excuses for their mood swings, or shielding them from consequences. This is called enabling, and while it comes from love, it delays the moment they recognize they need help.

Set clear boundaries, and mean them. “I love you, and I will not participate in behaviors that support your stimulant dependency.” Have the conversation when they are sober, using “I” statements rather than accusations. Offer specific next steps: “I found a program in Salem that specializes in stimulant addiction — can we call together?”

Take care of yourself, too. Consider therapy, Nar-Anon, or our monthly family education groups on Zoom. You cannot pour from an empty cup. Trailhead offers individual family therapy sessions and ongoing family support — for all family members ages 18 and up, past and present clients.

With hope,
The Clinical Team at Trailhead Treatment Center
When They Won’t Go

What If They Refuse Treatment?

Resistance to treatment is common. It doesn’t mean recovery is impossible — it means a different approach may be needed. Below, our clinical team answers the questions families ask most.

Should we stage an intervention?
A professional intervention can be powerful, especially when someone believes Adderall is “just a study aid” or “prescribed by my doctor.” We recommend working with a licensed interventionist who uses evidence-based methods. The goal is to create a moment of clarity about the dependency that has developed beyond medical use. If you’d like guidance, our admissions team can help connect you with local intervention professionals.
What if they get angry when we bring it up?
Anger is a common defense mechanism. It doesn’t mean the message didn’t land — it often means it hit close to the truth. Choose a time when they’re sober and relatively calm. Use “I” statements: “I’m worried about who you’re becoming on this medication” rather than “You need to stop taking Adderall.” Plant the seed and give it time. Most people don’t agree to treatment the first time it’s mentioned.
Can we force them into treatment?
In most cases, no — and forced treatment tends to be less effective anyway. What you can do is set clear boundaries and follow through on consequences. “I will not help you find more pills. I will not pretend the mood swings and sleepless nights are normal. I love you, and I refuse to watch you burn out without saying something.” Boundaries protect you and can create the conditions for them to choose help.
How do we know when it’s “bad enough” for treatment?
There is no minimum threshold of suffering required to deserve help. If Adderall is causing problems in their physical health, mental state, relationships, sleep, or daily functioning, treatment is appropriate. Waiting for a “rock bottom” is a myth that costs lives. The best time to seek treatment is right now — before things get worse.
What should we do in the meantime?
Take care of yourself. Attend Nar-Anon or family therapy. Educate yourself about stimulant use disorders. Keep the lines of communication open without enabling. And when they’re ready — or when there’s a window of willingness, even a small one — have the information ready. We can admit clients within 24 to 48 hours of a call.

Your family deserves peace

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

Service Area

Adderall Treatment Near You

Trailhead Treatment Center is located in Salem, New Hampshire — minutes from the Massachusetts border and easily accessible from communities across southern New Hampshire and northeastern Massachusetts.

103 Stiles Rd, Suites 1 & 2, Salem, NH 03079
Salem, NH Nashua, NH Manchester, NH Derry, NH Londonderry, NH Windham, NH Pelham, NH Hudson, NH Haverhill, MA Lawrence, MA Methuen, MA Andover, MA Lowell, MA North Andover, MA
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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Adderall Treatment

How do I know if I need treatment for Adderall addiction?

If Adderall is causing problems in your health, sleep, relationships, mood, or daily functioning — or if you’ve tried to stop and experienced crashes, depression, or cognitive fog — treatment is appropriate. You don’t need to have a “street drug” problem to deserve help. You don’t need to hit “rock bottom” to deserve help. Our clinical team can conduct a free assessment over the phone to help determine the right level of care.

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What does a typical day in PHP look like?

PHP clients attend Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. A typical day includes group therapy (CBT, DBT, or ACT), an individual session with your assigned clinician, psychoeducation, holistic activities like breathwork or yoga, and lunch. You go home each evening — this is outpatient treatment, not residential.

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What is the difference between PHP and IOP?

PHP (Partial Hospitalization Program) is full-day treatment, typically 5–6 hours per day, 5 days a week. IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program) is a step-down offering 3–4 hours per day with more scheduling flexibility — morning, afternoon, or evening tracks. Both include group and individual therapy. Most clients start in PHP and transition to IOP as they progress.

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Is there medication for Adderall addiction?

There are no FDA-approved medications specifically for stimulant addiction. However, our on-site Nurse Practitioner manages withdrawal symptoms — depression, fatigue, sleep disruption — and can re-evaluate underlying ADHD to develop a non-stimulant treatment plan (such as Strattera or Wellbutrin). The core of Adderall treatment is psychotherapy that rebuilds natural motivation and coping skills.

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Will my insurance cover Adderall treatment?

Most major insurance plans cover substance use treatment, including stimulant use disorders. We are in-network with Anthem BCBS, Point 32 Health (Harvard Pilgrim and Tufts), Tricare, Uprise Health, and WellSense (NH Medicaid). Use the verification form above or call our admissions team — we can typically verify benefits within minutes.

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How quickly can I start treatment?

Most clients begin treatment within 24 to 48 hours of their initial call. We have multiple admission windows each week. If your situation is urgent, same-day admission may be available when clinically appropriate.

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Can I work while in treatment?

Yes. Our IOP program offers morning (9 AM), afternoon (12:30 PM), and evening (6 PM) tracks specifically designed for people who need to maintain employment. You can even switch between time slots on a daily basis. Telehealth options provide additional flexibility.

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Do you treat Adderall alongside other substance use?

Yes. Many clients who misuse Adderall also use other substances — alcohol to come down, benzodiazepines for sleep, or caffeine to supplement. Our clinical team is trained to treat co-occurring substance use disorders as well as dual diagnosis conditions like anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma. Your treatment plan is individualized to address everything you’re dealing with, including any underlying ADHD that may need non-stimulant management.

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