Psychological Addiction Services

About Psychological Addiction Services

Located in the heart of Madison, Wisconsin, Psychological Addiction Services is a privately operated, CARF-accredited treatment center specializing in opioid dependency, including prescription painkillers. Located on East Washington Avenue, the clinic is close to public transportation and local businesses, making daily treatment more accessible, especially for those without reliable transportation.

A Targeted Focus on Opioid Addiction

Unlike generalized rehabs, what stands out to me about PAS is their highly focused solutions for adults struggling with opioid use disorder, including dependencies on drugs like OxyContin, Vicodin, morphine, and heroin. The use of medication-assisted treatment (MAT), including methadone and suboxone, is central and is backed by decades of research.

PAS combines these services with individual and group counseling. From what I can tell, their approach helps clients stabilize quickly without the “high” of illicit opioids, making early recovery more manageable.

Supportive, Trained Professionals at Every Step

Treatment typically happens in stages at PAS: induction, stabilization, maintenance, and medical withdrawal. The staff includes licensed counselors, therapists, nurses, and doctors, all experienced in addiction care. Past clients mention the lack of wait times, and say they felt genuinely respected and valued by the staff, who they describe as friendly, caring, and nonjudgmental.

Unique Mobile Clinics for Rural Clients

PAS also offers mobile dosing clinics in Baraboo and Portage. These mobile sites save clients gas, time, money, and stress, making daily MAT more consistent. I imagine this kind of access is a game-changer for people in rural areas around Madison. Driving hours each day for treatment isn’t realistic for some. It’s neat that PAS has dosing hours available every day of the week, including weekends, but not selected holidays.

PAS accepts Medicaid and offers low-cost treatment options, a major plus for people unable to afford expensive rehab stays.

Fact checked and written by: Stacey Kelleher

Edited by: Peter Lee, PhD

Addiction Treatment Programs

Drug Rehab
The best way to achieve recovery from substance use disorder is by completing a high-quality drug rehab in Wisconsin and applying the tools you learn to stay in recovery. In a drug treatment program you’ll not only receive treatment, but you’ll participate in activities, receive peer support, and learn how to have fun without substance use.
Dual Diagnosis
If you have both a mental health condition and substance use disorder, you need dual diagnosis treatment in Wisconsin to address both issues together. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a dual diagnosis program will offer specific support for your mental health needs alongside traditional substance use treatment.
Opioid Addiction
If your life has been negatively impacted by opioid addiction, a high-quality rehab in Wisconsin can help. During this program, you’ll work with professional counselors to deal with the psychological, emotional, and physical issues that opioid misuse can cause. Over time, you’ll learn how to live without substance use long-term.
Adult Program
An adult program in Wisconsin can help clients make healthier life choices and avoid common mistakes. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, an adult program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.
Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
PAS providers prescribe buprenorphine and other FDA-approved medications combined with counseling for opioid use disorder, delivered at the Madison clinic and through mobile clinic locations in Portage, Watertown, and Baraboo.
Suboxone Treatment
Psychological Addiction Services offers Suboxone as part of its medication-assisted treatment approach for opioid use disorder, pairing medication with individual and group counseling to support long-term recovery.
Mobile Clinic
PAS extends treatment access beyond Madison through mobile clinic services in Portage, Watertown, and Baraboo, reducing barriers to ongoing opioid use disorder care and counseling for surrounding Wisconsin communities.
DUI Assessments
Psychological Addiction Services conducts DUI/OWI assessments as part of its outpatient services, helping individuals address substance use concerns connected to driving safety requirements in the Madison area.
Driver Safety Plans
The Madison clinic develops driver safety plans for clients following DUI/OWI assessments, integrating substance use treatment recommendations with requirements for safe driving reinstatement.
Telehealth Services
Psychological Addiction Services offers telehealth options so clients in and around Madison can access counseling and treatment services remotely, supporting continuity of care for substance use recovery.
Intensive Outpatient Treatment
This structured outpatient level of care at Psychological Addiction Services offers more frequent counseling and support for individuals needing additional structure while managing opioid or other substance use disorders.
Day Treatment
Day Treatment at Psychological Addiction Services provides a higher level of structured outpatient care during daytime hours for clients requiring more intensive support in their substance use recovery.
Outpatient Treatment
Psychological Addiction Services’ core outpatient program in Madison combines individual counseling, group sessions, and medication-assisted treatment to address opioid use disorder and other substance use conditions.

Insurance Coverage

Medicare
Paying for rehab in Oklahoma can be done in multiple ways, including using Medicare. You may have out-of-pocket costs such as a deductible or copay, and you’ll want to look for a treatment center that accepts your Medicare coverage.
Medicaid
How do you pay for rehab in Wisconsin? If you qualify, a good option is Medicaid. Medicaid covers multiple levels of care, and you may have no out-of-pocket costs. However, you’ll need to choose a treatment center that accepts Medicaid.
Private insurance
There are many ways to pay for rehab in Wisconsin. One option is private insurance. Different plans have different coverage levels, so be sure to check with your insurance company for details. You may be responsible for certain costs, such as copayments and deductibles.
Most Major Insurance Plans
Psychological Addiction Services accepts most major insurance plans and encourages individuals to contact the Madison clinic directly to verify coverage or discuss alternative payment arrangements.

Levels of Care

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Outpatient Rehab
Psychological Addiction Services provides outpatient treatment for opioid use disorder and other substance use disorders from its Madison clinic, combining counseling and medication-assisted treatment for ongoing recovery support.

Therapies

Individual Therapy
During individual therapy in Wisconsin, clients have a confidential environment to work through their struggles with a professional. Some of the topics covered in individual therapy include developing healthy coping skills, addressing past events that may have played a part in substance use, and building a support network.
Group Therapy
Group therapy in Wisconsin can provide encouragement, support, and accountability as you work through substance use treatment. Substance use treatment includes detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, and group therapy may be a part of each of these stages. The goal is to help clients support each other, provide accountability, and relate to each other’s experiences.
Individual Counseling
One-on-one counseling at Psychological Addiction Services focuses on personal recovery goals and relapse prevention, giving clients dedicated support alongside medication-assisted treatment for opioid and other substance use disorders.
Group Counseling
Group counseling sessions at the Madison clinic offer peer support and skill-building, helping clients in outpatient treatment maintain recovery and connect with others facing similar substance use challenges.
DBT Skills Group
This specialized group at Psychological Addiction Services teaches mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness for clients struggling with emotional regulation and impulsivity during recovery.
Trauma Group
Trauma Group provides a safe space for individuals who have experienced trauma to process their experiences and build coping strategies while working through substance use recovery at the Madison clinic.