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How this score breaks down
State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation1.5 / 1.8
Levels of care1.2 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.75 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.5 / 0.6
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About Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services
Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services is a VA substance use treatment provider in Burlington, Vermont, located at 128 Lakeside Avenue.
Levels of care offered here include medically supervised detox, standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, and substance use disorder counseling. For opioid use disorder, the program uses buprenorphine and naltrexone. It also prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder.
Payment options include government funding for people who qualify, Medicare, Medicaid, military insurance (TRICARE), private health insurance, and state-financed health insurance. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.
The program accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. It offers specialized groups for veterans.
Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services is accredited by CARF and The Joint Commission and licensed or certified by the Federally Qualified Health Center.
✓Offers detox: the only one of 4 programs in Burlington that does.
Based on SAMHSA-listed programs in our directory. Rankings use the StartDrugRehab Score; facilities can't pay to change them. Distances are straight-line.
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Who they serve & support services
Specialized groups
Veterans
Recovery support
Self-help groups
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Mentoring/peer support
Counseling & education
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
Substance use disorder education
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Family counseling
Marital/couples counseling
Ancillary services
Acupuncture
Case management service
Domestic violence services, including family or partner
Early intervention for HIV
Mental health services
Social skills development
Integrated primary care services
Suicide prevention services
Licensing & accreditation
Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), The Joint Commission, Federally Qualified Health Center
Ages accepted
Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Operated by
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Treatment access in Chittenden County, VT
7Treatment facilities
1Offer detox
4Buprenorphine or methadone
1Offer 24-hour care
Chittenden County, VT has 7 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 170,851 residents. Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services is the only listed detox program in the county. It is one of 4 listed providers of buprenorphine or methadone treatment in the county. 43 people died of a drug overdose in the county in the 12 months to March 2026 (CDC provisional data): 25.2 per 100,000 residents, compared with 26.8 statewide.
Source: StartDrugRehab Treatment Deserts 2026, built from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, U.S. Census 2024 population estimates and CDC overdose data. Counts are SAMHSA-listed facilities only.
Location
Address128 Lakeside Avenue Suite 260 Burlington, VT 05401
Questions about Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services
What services does Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services offer?
Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services lists the following levels of care: detox, outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), dual diagnosis, and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.
Does Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services accept insurance?
According to SAMHSA data, Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services accepts federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs, medicare, medicaid, federal military insurance (e.g., tricare), private health insurance, and state-financed health insurance plan other than medicaid. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (833) 589-6933 for a free benefits check.
Does Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services offer detox?
Yes. Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services provides detoxification (medically supervised withdrawal) services, including alcohol detoxification, benzodiazepines detoxification, and opioids detoxification.
Is Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services accredited?
Yes. Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services reports accreditation from The Joint Commission and CARF. Accreditation means the facility meets independent quality and safety standards.
Who does Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services treat?
Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include veterans.
How many addiction treatment programs are in Chittenden County, VT?
Chittenden County, VT has 7 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 170,851 residents: 1 list detox services, 4 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 1 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).
How does Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services rank among rehab centers in Burlington?
Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services is #1 of 4 ranked programs in Burlington in our 2026 ranking, based on the StartDrugRehab Score (accreditation, levels of care, payment options, data completeness and patient ratings). Facilities cannot pay to change their rank.
How do I get admitted to Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services or a similar program?
Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services directly at 802-657-7090. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services. Our helpline is not affiliated with Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services.
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Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Facilities report this information to SAMHSA, and it can change, so confirm details before admission. Logo courtesy of va.gov. A listing is not an endorsement. StartDrugRehab.com is not affiliated with Burlington Lakeside CBOC – VA Mental Health Services.
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