University of Cincinnati Addiction Sciences

About University of Cincinnati Addiction Sciences

University of Cincinnati Addiction Sciences is an outpatient substance use treatment program in Cincinnati, Ohio, affiliated with UC Health Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience and the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.

The program offers outpatient addiction care, group therapy and dual diagnosis treatment for adults and young adults. As an academic medical program, its care is research informed and evidence based, drawing on the expertise of clinicians, educators and researchers.

Addiction Treatment Programs At University Of Cincinnati Addiction Sciences

Treatment is delivered primarily through outpatient services, with detox referenced in available program descriptions. Care addresses alcohol, opioid, stimulant, cannabis, tobacco and other substance use disorders, allowing clients to receive structured support while maintaining daily responsibilities.

Clients can expect evidence based therapies including CBT, motivational interviewing, the Matrix Model and contingency management.

Medication assisted treatment, including methadone for opioid recovery, is referenced, along with dual diagnosis care for co-occurring mental health conditions.

Quick Facts About UC Addiction Sciences

UC Addiction Sciences is located in the UC Health East Building on Harvey Avenue in Cincinnati, near UC Medical Center and just off Martin Luther King Drive with access from I71. The program provides outpatient addiction treatment, group therapy and dual diagnosis care.

It serves adults and young adults, with men’s and women’s programming. Treatment is evidence based and research informed, using CBT, motivational interviewing, the Matrix Model and contingency management.

Self pay options are available. The program is affiliated with the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and UC Health.

Getting Started

Starting care at University of Cincinnati Addiction Sciences in Cincinnati typically begins with an assessment to determine the appropriate level of outpatient support.

The admissions team can explain available programs, treatment approaches and payment options. Reach out to learn more about beginning your recovery journey.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Alcohol Rehab
The goal of an alcohol rehab in Ohio is to give you the tools and skills you need to achieve long-term recovery. The rehab program may use multiple approaches, including nutrition, psychology, holistic methods, and support groups. These tools help you build a substance-free lifestyle and move into long-term recovery.
Dual Diagnosis
Mental health concerns and substance use are often linked, which is known as a dual diagnosis. The right rehab in Ohio can help you break free. In addition to typical detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, a dual diagnosis program may include medication management, additional counseling, and classes on healthy coping and other important life skills.
Opioid Addiction
In Ohio, rehab provides a combination of therapy and education to help clients overcome opioid addiction. Opioid treatment programs address the mental, emotional, and relational issues that may contribute to addiction. You’ll learn to build a new support network that supports your long-term sobriety.
Young Adult Rehab
Young people need unique support, and a young adult rehab in Ohio can help them learn new life skills while overcoming addiction. In addition to typical detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, a young adult program may also teach clients about living independently, budgeting, having healthy relationships, parenting, and more.
Adult Program
An adult program in Ohio addresses the recovery needs of clients in this life stage and gives them the tools they need to succeed. In addition to typical detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, an adult program may also teach clients about building a career, saving for retirement, parenting, and more.
Men's Rehab
Men’s rehab programs in Ohio address the unique needs of men in a safe, gender-specific environment. In addition to typical detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, a men’s program may also teach clients about having healthy relationships, fatherhood, building a career, and more.
Women's Rehab
A women’s rehab in Ohio addresses the unique needs women have and allows them to build relationships in a gender-specific environment. In addition to typical detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, a women’s program may also teach clients about motherhood, building a career, being safe in relationships, and more.

Insurance Coverage

Self-pay options
Using self-pay for rehab gives you maximum flexibility in choosing your treatment center. You can write a check, use a medical loan, or electronically send money to the center. The fee structure may vary depending on the level of care.

Levels of Care

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Detox Treatment
Don’t be afraid of detox in Ohio. It’s the first step toward building a new life you love. After approximately a week of detox, during which you’ll receive medical attention for withdrawal symptoms, you’ll be ready to transfer to inpatient or outpatient rehab treatment to begin your new life.
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Outpatient Rehab
If you want to attend school or work during rehab, consider outpatient treatment in Ohio. You’ll live independently except when you’re attending rehab. Outpatient treatment is less intensive than inpatient care and may include both counseling and attendance at a 12-step or other recovery support group.

Therapies

Group Therapy
Overcoming substance use is easier if you’re not alone. During group therapy in Ohio, you’ll hear others’ perspectives and get the support you need. Group therapy can be part of detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care. It’s generally combined with individual counseling, activities, life-skills classes, and relapse prevention planning.