Recovery Works Merrillville

Recovery Works Merrillville, part of Pinnacle Treatment Centers, provides comprehensive dual diagnosis addiction treatment for individuals struggling with drug or alcohol addiction. Located in Northwest Indiana, an hour away from Chicago, this facility offers a full continuum of care including medically supervised detox, residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) for those who need strong support while maintaining independence at home.
At Recovery Works Merrillville, care is personalized to heal the whole person. Treatment plans include individual, group, and family therapy, along with life skills training, nutritional counseling, and anger management, plus specialized support such as grief and loss therapy and pain management. The program uses a variety of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET). Clients also benefit from art therapy, relapse prevention planning, and access to both 12-Step and SMART Recovery support groups.
To support lasting recovery, Recovery Works Merrillville offers free monthly alumni meetings, ongoing support groups, and routine follow-up check-ins. Medication can be prescribed as part of a broader medication management plan when needed. Programs are continuously adjusted to fit each individual's evolving needs, enhancing the chance for long-term success.
The center is CARF-accredited and accepts most private insurance, ensuring access to high-quality care in a comfortable, encouraging environment.

Listing sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced April 2026. Verify current programs directly with the facility.