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Indiana Center for Recovery - Merrillville Alcohol & Drug Rehab
“ICFR has been a Godsend for me. I came in with crippling anxiety and lack of self worth, using alcohol to cope. Today, my days are brighter, the sky is bluer, and my happiness and purpose has been restored.”
Treatment Available Now
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Highest Accreditation
Joint Commission Gold Seal
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Treatment You Can Trust 4.8 on Google & 4.9 on Rehabs.com
Location Details
Addiction & Mental Health Treatment Near You in Merrillville
- Address1578 E 85th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410
- HoursOpen 24 hours
- Phone(219) 327-2977
- TransportationAvailable
Indiana Center for Recovery – Merrillville Alcohol & Drug Rehab is located at 1578 E 85th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410, in Lake County. The Northwest Indiana location sits near I-65 and U.S. 30, close to Southlake Mall and within easy reach of Indiana Dunes National Park. The center serves patients throughout Lake and Porter counties, as well as larger Chicagoland markets, including Cook and Will counties.
Fully Licensed & Accredited
Indiana Center for Recovery – Merrillville Alcohol & Drug Rehab is the official DBA for the Merrillville facility. The legal entity is ICR Outpatient Operating Subsidiary, LLC, operating under Indiana DMHA license #2628-001. The legal entity operates under NPI #1568311900.
The 1578 E 85th Avenue location also holds site-specific CLIA Certificate of Waiver #15D2288476 for qualifying waived laboratory testing.
The Joint Commission includes Merrillville within Indiana Center for Recovery’s accredited healthcare organization under HCO ID #578386. Joint Commission accreditation is separate from state licensure and requires its own national survey against quality and safety standards.
Treatment At Merrillville
Life-Changing Detox, Rehab & Mental Health Treatment Programs
Whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, or several concerns at once, treatment should address what’s actually affecting your life. At ICFR, your options may include outpatient therapy, psychiatric medication support, and access to medical detox or residential rehab when you need more intensive care.
If you’re unsure where to start, a 5-minute conversation can help you understand your options.
Common Conditions We Treat:
- ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Anxiety Disorders
- Co-Occurring Mental Health & Addiction Disorders
- Depression / Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
- Drug & Alcohol Withdrawal Support
- Opioid / Heroin / Fentanyl / Kratom Use
- Sleep Disorders
- Stimulant Use (Methamphetamine, Cocaine)
- Trauma & PTSD
Clinical Treatment Options
Treatment here is never one-size-fits-all. Based on your specific situation, your treatment blends evidence-based therapies backed by decades of clinical research with medical support as needed.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Psychoeducational Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapies
- Relapse Prevention & Aftercare Planning
- Ongoing Alumni Peer Coaching
Inpatient Residential Rehab
For anyone needing extra support, ICFR can arrange free transportation anywhere in Lake County to our Indiana residential rehabs for mental health conditions, drug or alcohol addiction, or both. When you’re ready to return home, you can continue treatment in Merrillville.
Outpatient Mental Health & Addiction Treatment in Merrillville (or Virtually)
Get personalized treatment for mental health conditions, drug or alcohol addiction, or dual diagnosis (both), with in-person outpatient care in Merrillville. Virtual intensive outpatient programs (IOP) offer more structured treatment with the flexibility to attend therapy sessions from home while continuing to manage work, family, and daily responsibilities.
Medical Treatment Options
Medical Drug & Alcohol Detox
If you need 24/7 medical supervision for withdrawal symptoms, ICFR can arrange transportation to one of our Indiana medical detox facilities, where medical professionals monitor your withdrawal and provide medications to ease symptoms when needed.
Medication Support (optional)
Finding the right medications can make a huge difference, especially antidepressants, anti-anxiety meds, and anti-cravings for substance use. ICFR – Merrillville offers both psychiatric medication management and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).
Unlike many other treatment centers, psychiatric medication decisions here are often guided by:
GeneSight genetic testing helps show how your body processes certain psychiatric medications, helping doctors reduce the guesswork and identify side effect risks.
Insurance & Payment Options
Insurance can cover all or most of the cost of treatment here. Call 24/7 to get a specific estimate. You don’t have to commit to anything, and your insurance check is 100% confidential.
Common insurances at the Merrillville location include Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) / Carrum / Priority Health / Tricare / United Healthcare (UHC) — and most other insurances are accepted.
The Team
Your Merrillville Treatment Team
Professional credentials matter when you’re trusting someone with your mental health. ICFR brings together licensed clinicians, medical providers, therapists, and peer support professionals with different specialties. But qualifications only tell part of the story. Former patients repeatedly recognize the time, patience, and personal attention they received from staff who truly saw them as human and not just another patient.
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Kelly Brown, LCSW
Executive Director
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Dr. Michael Kane, MD, ABPN
Chief Medical Officer
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David Debruicker, LCSW, LCAC
Director of Outpatient Programs
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Dawn Johnson-Galbreath, MSN, APRN, FNP, PMHNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
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Shane Rowe
Alumni Coordinator
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Abbey Lawrence
Client Care Liaison
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April Dralle, FNP-C, PMHNP, APRN-CNP, RN
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Lucy Weiss, MA, CHRM
Quality Assurance
A 5-Star Rated Treatment Center
- 4.8 Average Google rating from 21 reviews
- 4.9 Average Rehabs.com rating from 23 reviews
- 100+ years of combined professional experience (with many in recovery too)
- A+ Better Business Bureau (BBB) Rating
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I was terrified to go to treatment but my whole life changed for the better from my first contact with ICFR. Everyone there is kind, supportive, helpful, and knowledgeable!
Vega V.
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They saved my life & taught me a new way to live. The entire staff are nothing less than outstanding & loving.
Kenzie N.
Verified Google
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I had a great experience. The staff was very nice and helpful, the classes were very educational on addiction and mental health. I have gotten multiple follow up calls to check in on my progress which I think shows how personal they are. It helped me a lot.
Bryan M.
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What's Holding You Back?
Being in pain takes energy. Hiding it takes more. You don’t need to do anything to prepare. Just be open. Show up. See how much lighter your load can be.
Life feels nonstop, and the idea of adding one more thing might feel impossible. But if the stress is already too much, pushing it off won’t make it easier. A short conversation now can actually make the rest of your week feel lighter—even if you’re not ready to commit to anything yet.
Doubt is normal — especially if treatment hasn’t helped before. But don’t let it hold you back! Not all nearby treatment centers are the same. What we offer is built around what actually works for your situation and includes innovative therapies not available at most other facilities. Treatment does work! You just haven’t found the right treatment yet.
You shouldn’t have to figure that out on your own. Someone may look functional enough to keep working or taking care of a family while privately struggling with alcohol, drugs, depression, anxiety, trauma, or several of these at the same time.
ICFR offers every level of inpatient and outpatient care, so your loved one can be matched to the intensity of treatment they actually need. Because those options are available within the same company, the recommendation is based on what is most appropriate for your loved one’s specific situation, with the ability to step treatment up or down as needed.
That also means family members can call even when you don’t know what to do. The first step can simply be explaining what has been happening and getting a clearer understanding of your options.
Still not sure? Let’s talk!
- 1Talk with someone who knows what it’s like to reach out for help. No commitment. Ask anything.
- 2Check insurance (100% confidentially) and come in if or when you’re ready.
- 3Just show up. Ride included, if needed.
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