The Bridge Behavioral Health is a nationally-accredited treatment center in Lincoln, Nebraska offering a full continuum of substance use and behavioral health services. Their trauma-informed, individualized approach and sliding fee model ensure accessibility for adults seeking recovery from addiction and co-occurring challenges.

With 24/7 nursing and physician support on site, The Bridge provides medically-monitored withdrawal, residential treatment, respite care, and outpatient services — all framed within a mission to provide hope and a strong foundation for recovery. Open to individuals regardless of their ability to pay, the facility emphasizes dignity, inclusion and collaboration in its care model. At its Lincoln campus, clients can progress from stabilization through longer-term residential stays and transition into outpatient or community-based support to sustain sobriety.

Their programs use evidence-based therapies — including individual and group counseling, life skills and nutrition education, and trauma-specific work — and integrate support for both substance use and mental health issues. Financially accessible through a sliding scale, the center also helps clients with evaluations, case management and family counseling to foster long-term recovery and community reintegration.

Center Overview

Location

721 K Street , Lincoln Nebraska

Accreditation

Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) since at least 2011.

Founded

1984

ZIP Code

68508

Website

thebridgenebraska.org

Primary Focus

1- Medically-monitored withdrawal / detoxification
2- Residential treatment (short-term and intermediate/long-term)
3- Respite services for stabilization
4- Outpatient therapy and recovery support
5- Case management, evaluation, drug screening, family counseling

Typical Program Length

Detoxification / medically-monitored withdrawal (voluntary) , Residential Treatment (Short-Term Residential, Intermediate/Long-Term Residential) , Respite Care (1-7 day stay) , Outpatient Services including individual & group therapy

Phone Number

(402) 477-3951

Insurance Accepted

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Private Pay Option

Cash Pay Rates

If you are not using insurance, the pricing listed below is an estimate of the cash pay rate.

Sliding fee scale based on income and ability to pay.

Call for information; eligibility criteria vary by level of care. , 24-hour admissions availability (for detox/residential) indicated by 24/7 phone.

Executive Verified Listing

Rehab verified that the name, location, contact information and license to operate for this treatment provider are valid and up-to-date.

Joint Commission Accredited

Independent, third-party mental health resource. Verification does not imply endorsement and does not guarantee the quality of treatment services.

Meet your care team

Ed Thornbrugh, MBA, HCA
Executive Director

Amy Keck, BS, LADC
Clinical Director of Substance Use Programs

Jeanne Sidel
Director of Finance

Miranda Ienn, RN, BSN
Nursing Supervisor

Specialties

Dual diagnosis / co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders
Trauma-informed approach
Services for adults aged 19+ (for many programs)

Therapies & Approaches

Individual therapy
Group therapy
Life-skills training
Nutrition therapy / healthy meals education (in residential setting)
Trauma therapy / trauma-informed care

Amenities

Residential-style setting for longer-term stays
24/7 onsite nursing & physician support
Sliding fee scale / financial assistance available

The Bridge Behavioral Health

(402) 477-3951

Continuum of Care

From detox to outpatient, The Bridge offers a full spectrum of services under one roof — enabling
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Trauma-Informed & Inclusive Approach

Treatment is designed to respect each individual’s story, offering a framework
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Financial Accessibility

sliding fee scale, public funding participation and nonprofit status make treatment possible
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Expert Leadership & Staff

With a leadership team that includes an MBA/HCA Executive Director, Clinical Director with LADC
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Frequently Asked Questions

What age groups does The Bridge serve? +

Many programs are for adults age 19 and older.

Can someone enter treatment at any time? +

Yes — The Bridge operates 24-hours and accepts admissions for detox and residential services around the clock.

Is treatment affordable if I have no insurance? +

Yes — The facility offers a sliding fee scale based on income and will work with clients regardless of ability to pay.

Does The Bridge treat co-occurring mental health issues? +

Yes — they provide behavioral health intervention alongside substance use treatment, using a trauma-informed approach.

How do I begin the admissions process? +

Call the main phone at (402) 477-3951 to discuss eligibility, funding, and next steps — individualized assessments are part of the intake.

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