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Jersey Shore University Medical Center Behavioral Health

61 Davis Avenue
Neptune, NJ 07753
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About Jersey Shore University Medical Center Behavioral Health

The Jersey Shore University Medical Center has a variety of hospitals and clinics around New Jersey, including the Behavioral Health Center in Neptune. This clinic provides psychiatric assessments, mental health and substance use treatment and medication assisted treatment (MAT) for adults.

The Jersey Shore University Medical Center is part of Hackensack Meridian Health. They accept a wide range of insurance plans, including Medicaid and Medicare.

Outpatient Treatment for Addiction and Mental Health

The Jersey Shore UMC provides mental health care and addiction treatment through an intensive outpatient program (IOP) as well as general outpatient care.

MAT services are available for those struggling with opioid or alcohol addiction. The Center also provides mental health medication when it’s appropriate and can provide integrated care for co occurring disorders.

The IOP provides individual and group counseling several times a week. In these sessions, you’ll learn recovery skills and strategies for relapse prevention and receive social support and family education.

The general outpatient program is for those with less severe substance use. The goal of the program is to provide substance use education and prevent more severe substance use disorder.

Various Group Treatment Programs in Neptune

I like that there are several group programs available. There’s a dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) group that helps you manage your emotions and reduce stress. There’s also a trauma focused group that can help you address traumatic experiences that might be affecting substance use, and there’s a group focused on relapse prevention.

I noticed they also offer a resource program for intoxicated drivers, which can provide court ordered education as well as additional support to help you get back on your feet after a DUI conviction.

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Latest Reviews

Michael Russo
2 weeks ago on Google
5
The nurses here are the best.
Response from the owner2 weeks ago
Hi Michael. Thank you for your kind words!
John Destasio
2 weeks ago on Google
1
All I can say is Incompetent. From nurses to case managers, just everyone. I've made 17 calls today, not been able to speak to anyone who knows anything, can't get anyone to call me back, and they're trying to discharge an 81 yr old woman with dementia into a cab to get home.
Response from the owner2 weeks ago
Hi John. We are sensitive to your concerns and would appreciate an opportunity to hear more about your experience. Please contact consumerservices@hmhn.org so that we may connect you with an advocate who can assist with this matter.
Tara Silvestre
3 weeks ago on Google
4
My father was recently admitted to the hospital and stayed in the Ackerman section on the 4th floor for 7+ days. I have to say that all the staff up there was exceptional. All the nurses, nurse techs, house keeping, nutrition, etc.. Anytime we had a question, they helped get the answer, they attended to my dads needs well. Thank you Matt, Marylen, Julianne, Niko, "Q" not sure how her name is spelled, but she was great! So many more but its hard to remember all the names.
Response from the owner2 weeks ago
Hi Tara. Thank you! We are truly grateful for the feedback, and we are so happy that you have had a good experience.
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Accepted Insurance

Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Jersey Shore University Medical Center Behavioral Health works with several private insurance providers, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Clover Health
Consumer Health Network
First Managed Care Option
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
InterGroup
Brighton Health Plan Solutions
Oxford Health Plans
United States Family Health Plan (USFHP)

Other Forms of Payment

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.

Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

Drug rehab in New Jersey is the process of addressing the complex issues involved with addiction. Challenges are identified and addressed through individual and group counseling. Participants learn how to manage these issues without the use of substances.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

You can find comprehensive substance abuse treatment in New Jersey in drug and alcohol rehabs. These treatment programs typically provide a full continuum of care including medically assisted detox, inpatient, outpatient, dual-diagnosis, and intensive outpatient. With a comprehensive substance abuse evaluation, addiction experts provide individualized treatment plans to meet your specific needs. These programs address substance use disorders using evidence-based therapies, like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), individual and family counseling, and recovery support groups.

Programs

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Clinical Services

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Amenities

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Contact Information

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61 Davis Avenue
Neptune, NJ 07753

Reviews of Jersey Shore University Medical Center Behavioral Health

3.62/5 (103 reviews)
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Not reliable

My 15 yo daughter goes here and they are horrible when you need something. You don't actually talk or meet with the Doctor. You have to meet with the interns. The most recent intern does not speak good english, I have to keep asking her to repeat herself. She did not ref ... Read More

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Reviewed on 10/8/2025
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Absolute amateurs.

It is embarrassing that these hacks get to bill insurance like a "real" healthcare provider. Stay home. My doctors (plural) told me to discontinue these services because they were harming my recovery process. Thankfully I took that advice.

Michael G.
Reviewed on 2/28/2024
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The staff is very unhelpful and short tempered. They are all very rude, both on the phone and in person. My counselor didn’t bother to know my backstory, or how was I actually doing.

Reviewed on 1/3/2019
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Google Reviews

3.7 (100 reviews)
Michael Russo
2 weeks ago
5

The nurses here are the best.

Response from the owner
Hi Michael. Thank you for your kind words!
John Destasio
2 weeks ago
1

All I can say is Incompetent. From nurses to case managers, just everyone. I've made 17 calls today, not been able to speak to anyone who knows anything, can't get anyone to call me back, and they're trying to discharge an 81 yr old woman with dementia into a cab to get home.

Response from the owner
Hi John. We are sensitive to your concerns and would appreciate an opportunity to hear more about your experience. Please contact consumerservices@hmhn.org so that we may connect you with an advocate who can assist with this matter.
Tara Silvestre
3 weeks ago
4

My father was recently admitted to the hospital and stayed in the Ackerman section on the 4th floor for 7+ days. I have to say that all the staff up there was exceptional. All the nurses, nurse techs, house keeping, nutrition, etc.. Anytime we had a question, they helped get the answer, they attended to my dads needs well. Thank you Matt, Marylen, Julianne, Niko, "Q" not sure how her name is spelled, but she was great! So many more but its hard to remember all the names.

Response from the owner
Hi Tara. Thank you! We are truly grateful for the feedback, and we are so happy that you have had a good experience.
Samara Rodríguez
3 weeks ago
5

Good service

Response from the owner
Hi Samara. Thank you for sharing your experience.
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