Col C David Merkel MD

444 Kiwassa Lake Road, Saranac Lake, New York, 12983

Levels of care: Inpatient, Residential Rehab, Outpatient Rehab +7 more
Accreditation: CARF Accredited, State Licensed
Insurance: Medicaid
Languages: English

Contact this center

In crisis? Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), or 911 for emergencies.

Col C David Merkel MD, located in Saranac Lake, New York, is a men-only treatment program offering sober living for men transitioning through recovery, including those in relationships who wish to involve a partner through couples-focused options. The program addresses chronic pain alongside substance use and mental health concerns, an approach not commonly found among nearby facilities in this area.

Treatment draws on holistic methods paired with wellness programming, and EMDR is available as one of the therapeutic options offered. The facility holds CARF accreditation, a recognized marker of accountability for programs providing behavioral health and rehabilitation services.

Conditions treated

Conditions / Mental Health

PTSD / TraumaCo-Occurring DisordersGambling AddictionChronic Pain

Substances Treated

AlcoholOpioidsNicotine / Tobacco

Treatment approaches

Therapies Offered

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)EMDRMotivational InterviewingGroup TherapyIndividual TherapyFamily TherapyTrauma-FocusedExperiential Therapy

Treatment Approaches

Evidence-BasedHolistic12-StepTrauma-InformedHarm Reduction

Who this facility serves

Who We Support

MenYoung AdultsAdultsSeniorsVeterans / MilitaryCouples

Age Groups

Young Adults (18–25)Adults (26–64)Seniors (65+)

Gender Program

Men Only

Languages

English

Levels of care

✕Detox
✓Inpatient
✓Residential Rehab
✕PHP / Day Treatment
✕Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
✓Outpatient Rehab
✓Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
✓Dual-Diagnosis / Co-Occurring
✓Sober Living
✓Aftercare / Continuing Care
✓Virtual / Telehealth
✕In-Home Care
✓Interventions
✓Recovery Coaching
✕Concierge Treatment
✕Retreat
✕Recovery School
✕Therapeutic Boarding School

Insurance & payment

Accepts

Medicaid

Payment options

medicaidPrivate InsuranceSelf-Pay / CashState-Funded / Free

Accreditation and licensing

CARF AccreditedState Licensed

The facility

Wellness Programming

Admissions and policies

Smoke-Free FacilityVape-Free Facility

How this compares nearby

Among the 6 treatment centers we list within 30 miles of Saranac Lake, this is one of:

1that offer Sober Living
1that run Men Only
1that treat Chronic Pain
1that use Holistic
2that offer EMDR

Frequently asked questions

What levels of care does Col C David Merkel MD offer?

Col C David Merkel MD offers Inpatient, Residential Rehab, Outpatient Rehab, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Dual-Diagnosis / Co-Occurring, Sober Living, Aftercare / Continuing Care and Virtual / Telehealth, and 2 others.

What conditions does Col C David Merkel MD treat?

Col C David Merkel MD treats PTSD / Trauma, Co-Occurring Disorders, Gambling Addiction and Chronic Pain.

What therapies does Col C David Merkel MD use?

Col C David Merkel MD offers Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Trauma-Focused and Experiential Therapy.

Is Col C David Merkel MD accredited?

Col C David Merkel MD lists accreditation from CARF Accredited and State Licensed.

Who does Col C David Merkel MD serve?

Col C David Merkel MD lists programmes for Men, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors, Veterans / Military and Couples.

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Where this information comes from

Listing details for Col C David Merkel MD are compiled from SAMHSA National Directory of Treatment Facilities, findtreatment.gov and the facility's own website.