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Located in an accessible area in downtown Lincoln, Nebraska, Bridge Behavioral Health provides trauma-informed services for adults addressing substance use. Programs include non-medical social withdrawal with 24/7 admissions, residential treatment for men, and outpatient counseling. Clients participate in 12-step meetings and self-help groups, and care staff can provide connections to community resources. The center also operates a drop-in center for those facing housing instability.

Address

721 K Street
Lincoln, NE 68508

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Ages Served

  • Adults (Ages 26-64)
  • Young Adults (Ages 18-25)

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Served

  • English

Treatment

  • Long-term residential
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Regular outpatient treatment
  • Residential detoxification
  • Short-term residential

Special Programs

  • Adult men

Non-Medical Withdrawal

The center offers Social Withdrawal Services for adults 19 and older who need a safe place to stabilize before starting treatment. This short-term, non-medical program provides 24-hour staff support in a calm, residential environment. Clients typically stay about three to five days while managing withdrawal symptoms. During their stay, they meet with licensed counselors and case managers who help them explore treatment options and plan next steps.

Men-Only Residential Treatment

The residential program for men provides 30-day to 10-month stays in a therapeutic environment designed to promote lasting stability. Each client participates in counseling, daily recovery meetings, and practical life skills training. Topics include cooking, time management, and communication to prepare for independent living after treatment. Family sessions are held to help rebuild relationships and strengthen support networks. Clients work closely with staff to address co-occurring mental health needs while setting achievable recovery goals.

Short-Term Respite and Outpatient Support

The facility’s Substance Use and Mental Health Respite program serves men and women 19 and older who need a short-term, supportive stay to regain stability. Clients receive 24-hour support while they consider long-term treatment options and connect with local resources. For individuals who do not require residential care, the center offers outpatient services, including counseling sessions. These services allow clients to begin addressing substance use while maintaining daily responsibilities.

12-Step and Drop-In Care

The center hosts a continuing care group for graduates of its residential and outpatient programs. Weekly Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings are held on site, providing accessible peer support. The center also operates Bridge Connect, a daytime drop-in center for housing-insecure adults. Guests can share a warm meal, rest safely indoors, and access community resources and recovery support.

Client Reviews

Client feedback for The Bridge Behavioral Health highlights caring staff and effective detox support. A few clients mentioned wait times or inconsistent communication as areas to improve.

  • Staff & Care Experience (85% positive): Many clients describe the staff as patient and supportive during detox and recovery. "The staff was so kind and helpful... they provided me with all the resources I needed."
  • Treatment Quality & Outcomes (80% positive): Several reviewers credit the program with helping them start or maintain sobriety, citing meaningful progress after discharge. "This place changed my life to a better."
  • Facility & Environment: The environment is often described as clean and structured, with activities that help clients stay busy and focused during treatment.
  • Access & Process: A few reviewers noted delays or intake confusion when seeking help, suggesting admissions procedures could improve.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Other Private Insurance
  • Medicaid
  • State insurance

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.


Cost

$ - Low Cost Facility

Cost ratings are our best estimates to help guide you, not guarantees. Actual costs may vary with treatment, insurance, and other factors. While we aim for accuracy, details may change.

Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Long-term residential
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Regular outpatient treatment
  • Residential detoxification
  • Short-term residential

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Anger control support
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Incentive-based therapy
  • Matrix Model program
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Family therapy
  • General health education services
  • Group therapy
  • Hepatitis education and support
  • HIV/AIDS education and support
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Ongoing recovery care
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Community outreach and support
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Mental health screening
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Temporary support for clients
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Amenities

  • Healthy meals

Activities

  • Life skills workshops

Settings

  • City

Policies

  • No smoking allowed
  • No vaping allowed

Ownership Type

  • Non-profit

Quality and Trust

A+

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Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities

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Reviews and Ratings

(114)
  • Compassionate and friendly staff dedicated to helping individuals recover.
  • Therapeutic group activities that promote community and personal growth.
  • Comfortable and inviting environment that encourages guests to engage and heal.
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Across the site, our team has conducted over 1,000 pre-admissions calls to better understand the patient experience, interviewed facility clinical leaders, performed facility background checks, and compared our information against trusted public data sources.

Our research process begins with data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), accrediting bodies including The Joint Commission and CARF, government licensing agencies, and other trusted sources. From there, our team conducts significant original research, including:

- Pre-admissions calls: We speak with admissions staff to get a candid picture of patient experience.

- Background checks: We review complaints from past clients, media reports, actions taken by accrediting bodies, and positive recognition from notable organizations.

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