Haven in Waconia

Haven in Waconia provides two levels of outpatient substance abuse treatment designed to meet people where they are in their recovery journey. The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) offers a higher frequency of structured treatment for those who need more than standard weekly sessions but want to remain in their home community. The standard Outpatient Program supports individuals who are stepping down from a more intensive level of care or who are managing recovery alongside work and family life.

Both programs operate out of the center's Waconia location, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The outpatient model reflects a core belief at Havens of Minnesota: that lasting recovery is built in the context of real life, not removed from it. For many people, staying connected to community while receiving structured addiction treatment is exactly what makes long-term sobriety sustainable.

At Haven in Waconia, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the confirmed therapeutic method guiding clinical work. CBT helps individuals in recovery examine the connections between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors — equipping them with practical tools to interrupt patterns that contribute to substance use. This makes it a strong fit for outpatient settings, where clients apply skills in their day-to-day lives between sessions.

For people pursuing ongoing recovery rather than short-term stabilization, CBT provides a structured framework that continues to yield results well beyond the treatment period itself. The approach is particularly relevant for those engaged in an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), where consistent skill development over weeks or months is central to the work.

Haven in Waconia accepts a range of payment options to make substance abuse treatment accessible to as many people as possible. The center works with Medicaid, state insurance plans, and private insurance carriers, as well as self-pay and cash arrangements for those without coverage or who prefer to pay out of pocket.

Before beginning treatment, the center offers Substance Use Disorder Comprehensive Assessments — an important first step for understanding the appropriate level of care and navigating insurance authorization. To ask about specific coverage or begin the intake process, contact the team at (651) 734-9633 or [email protected].

Haven in Waconia is located at 233 West 1st Street in Waconia, Minnesota, part of the Havens of Minnesota network focused on bringing recovery resources to smaller communities across the state. The center's weekday hours — 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday — make it accessible for individuals who are ready to begin or continue their recovery while remaining connected to their families, jobs, and communities.

Whether someone is starting out with a Comprehensive Assessment or transitioning into an Intensive Outpatient or standard Outpatient Program, the Haven in Waconia team can walk through options and next steps. Reach out by phone at (651) 734-9633 or by email at [email protected] to start the conversation.