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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

Branden Youssef
1 month ago on Google
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Rosa 2 doctors and staff yelled at and insulted my brother frequently, lied to the commitment judge to keep him committed, never once asked my advice, ignored everything I said, didn’t let him go outside for 2 months, and then sent him to a State Hospital where even the doctors there said he doesn’t meet the criteria Cruel and I am furious. If they had accountability with an Ombudsman, this wouldn’t happen. They can do whatever they want
kelly garley
1 month ago on Google
5
The Drs and entire staff were phenomenal. Completely thorough, organized and proactive. They eased my anxiety with their friendliness and approachability. They all made me feel safe and in great hands. With the help of Dr Lopez and entire, Jersey Shore Medical Center I’ve found a safe place to land for any conditions moving forward
Response from the owner1 month ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We appreciate your wonderful feedback for Dr. Lopez and the team. It is great to hear we will be your new hospital of choice.
Jessy Zuckerman
1 month ago on Google
1
While for the most part 99.9% of the staff was warm, kind and exceptional their discharge system is overwhelmingly horrendous!!! My husband had emergency surgery 8 days ago. Originally they were gonna let him out Friday but decided to keep him til today (Monday). At 12:17 the final Dr walked in spoke with us and said you’re all set, you’re good to go home. By 3 we Herro waiting in paperwork. By 3:28 nurse said were waiting on the Dr to put through the prescription. Any 3:40 I was involved in a 7 minute phone call with the hospital while they attempted to find the drs phone number. At 3:48 I’m on the phone with the Dr who told me they already put that prescription through! It is now an hour later and we are still waiting here bc the Dr who has to write the prescription is in surgery! While writing this review I have already called our primary care Dr who has put the prescription through to our pharmacy!!!! And I’ve received the text from the pharmacy confirming said prescription! So now what?!? Now this hospital just makes us wait here in pain and frustration bc now that he’s ready to go home who cares what he needs!!!! Needless to say the next words my thumbs will be typing will be to someone who can make them understand this treatment is unacceptable and quite honestly disgusting!!!! Yall should be ashamed of yourselves! 5 hrs after saying we can go home and we are still waiting here!!!!
Response from the owner1 month ago
We are sensitive to your concerns and your experience is important to us.  If you would like to contact the Office of Patient Experience at 732-836-4297, a team member can help investigate this further.
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Accepted Insurance

Jersey Shore University Medical Center Behavioral Health works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, 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 iconOutpatient

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 iconIntensive Outpatient

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.

aftercare iconAftercare Support

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

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Adult Program

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.
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Young Adult Program

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

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Reviews of Jersey Shore University Medical Center Behavioral Health

3.62/5 (103 reviews)
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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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3.7 (100 reviews)
ks partizani
2 weeks ago
2

This hospital is huge and you believe that every thing is great. My parent was hospitalized after one car hit my parent. At trauma pavilion there Are people who do not want to help deliberately. Is the strategy of hospital or someone want to make everything difficult I really not know. After my parent has surgery at left leg, they did not do any CT scan or MRI. I fought for days till I achieved yo do the MRI. Mouth had infection but no chance to get any antibiotic at all. Horrible treatment

Response from the owner
We are sensitive to your concerns and would appreciate an opportunity to hear more about your experience during your parent's recent hospitalization. Please contact the Office of Patient Experience at 732-776-4447 or through email at opejsumc@hmhn.org to speak with an advocate who can assist with this matter.
Abigail Gibbons
3 weeks ago
1

If I could give zero stars, I would. I delivered my baby with Dr. Nancy Vaughns, and my experience was nothing short of traumatic. From the start, I was clearly judged for having trauma responses during exams. When I cried during an invasive check, Dr. Vaughns told me, “Well, if you can’t handle this, you’ll HAVE to get the epidural.” Instead of treating me with compassion, she dismissed my pain and belittled me. In a later appointment, I was assured that my birth preferences would be respected but when the delivery day came, my birth plan was thrown away. Every concern I raised beforehand was ignored. Every fear I had became my reality. I felt manipulated and pressured at every turn, and the care I received prioritized convenience and control for the staff—not my well-being or my baby’s. After delivery, I suffered severe blood loss. I was never offered a transfusion, left feeling weak, terrified, and guilty for not being able to get out of bed or confidently hold my newborn. No one explained the seriousness of my condition or what to expect. Additionally, a resident I never consented to was allowed to stitch my third-degree tear, leaving me with many concerns and discomfort and no choice in my own care. The NICU was equally dehumanizing. I had a towel THROWN at me, I was lied to about my baby’s test results (which I later confirmed on MyChart), and misled about how long he needed to stay. My son should have been with me after one day, but instead I was separated from him unnecessarily. Overall, this practice and JSMU showed me nothing but disrespect, dishonesty, and disregard for patient autonomy. They judge young mothers, push unnecessary interventions, and operate with money—not humanity—in mind. Because of this place, I now live with birth trauma, postpartum struggles, and lasting physical pain. No mother should be treated this way. I HOPE PEOPLE START SUING!! Update: After receiving a phone call and this reply I have yet to hear on the investigation and would like to note while I appreciate somebody reaching out, knowing the result of matters and getting to also further go into my experience would be further reassurance that this will not happen to other people.

Response from the owner
Thank you for sharing this experience. We are happy that a Patient Experience team member had the opportunity to speak with you about these concerns. Our goal is to ensure that we are offering our patients the best healthcare experience, please expect continued outreach on this matter.
Jeff Green
3 weeks ago
1

Response from the owner
We're disappointed to see that we did not deliver 5-star service. We would love to connect with you to see how we could have made for a better experience. Please contact us at ConsumerServices@hmhn.org.
Dawn Duggan
1 month ago
5

I visited my niece today! I want to say Thank you to her nurse Jennifer N, RN 224590 J-NORTH WEST PVLN 6 for taking such great care of her, for answering all of our questions! We appreciate it very much.

Branden Youssef
1 month ago
1

Rosa 2 doctors and staff - yelled at, bullied, and insulted my brother frequently - lied to the commitment judge to keep him committed - never once asked my advice - ignored everything I said when I called them numerous times, and defended all of their mistakes with the laziest of answers over and over. They also never course corrected - didn’t let him go outside for 2 months - sent him to a State Hospital where even the admission doctor there said he doesn’t meet the criteria, and there was an alternative in place the entire time - The manager Sam also blamed me for not taking him in, which is ridiculous because my brother needs multiple nurses, and my family tried to take care of him by ourselves but wasn’t able to with full time jobs. Deeply offensive and ignorant thing to say Cruel, likely illegal, and I am furious. If they had accountability with an Ombudsman, this wouldn’t happen. They can do whatever they want

Response from the owner
Thank you for sharing your concerns with your brother's care. Please expect outreach from the Office of Patient Experience on this matter.
Piper Woolf
1 month ago
1

I just spent a week in Rosa for an alcohol problem. You get no therapy, you're treated like an inmate. The place is dirty and they let the one girl looking for attention ruin every group and meeting. The nurses and doctors did NOTHING to stop it. The place is only good for changing medications. I met wonderful patients there, besides medication changes the only thing you have there are other patients. No therapy, groups and meetings are ruined by other patients. Please, please, . please, go anywhere else.

Response from the owner
We are sensitive to your concerns and would appreciate an opportunity to hear more about your experience on our Rosa unit. Please contact the Office of Patient Experience at 732-776-4447 or through email at opejsumc@hmhn.org to speak with an advocate who can investigate this further.
Dalia Michail
1 month ago
1

Response from the owner
We are always looking for opportunities for improvement, and would appreciate an opportunity to hear more about your experience. Please contact the Office of Patient Experience at ConsumerServices@hmhn.org.
kelly garley
1 month ago
5

The Drs and entire staff were phenomenal. Completely thorough, organized and proactive. They eased my anxiety with their friendliness and approachability. They all made me feel safe and in great hands. With the help of Dr Lopez and entire, Jersey Shore Medical Center I’ve found a safe place to land for any conditions moving forward

Response from the owner
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We appreciate your wonderful feedback for Dr. Lopez and the team. It is great to hear we will be your new hospital of choice.
Jessy Zuckerman
1 month ago
1

While for the most part 99.9% of the staff was warm, kind and exceptional their discharge system is overwhelmingly horrendous!!! My husband had emergency surgery 8 days ago. Originally they were gonna let him out Friday but decided to keep him til today (Monday). At 12:17 the final Dr walked in spoke with us and said you’re all set, you’re good to go home. By 3 we Herro waiting in paperwork. By 3:28 nurse said were waiting on the Dr to put through the prescription. Any 3:40 I was involved in a 7 minute phone call with the hospital while they attempted to find the drs phone number. At 3:48 I’m on the phone with the Dr who told me they already put that prescription through! It is now an hour later and we are still waiting here bc the Dr who has to write the prescription is in surgery! While writing this review I have already called our primary care Dr who has put the prescription through to our pharmacy!!!! And I’ve received the text from the pharmacy confirming said prescription! So now what?!? Now this hospital just makes us wait here in pain and frustration bc now that he’s ready to go home who cares what he needs!!!! Needless to say the next words my thumbs will be typing will be to someone who can make them understand this treatment is unacceptable and quite honestly disgusting!!!! Yall should be ashamed of yourselves! 5 hrs after saying we can go home and we are still waiting here!!!!

Response from the owner
We are sensitive to your concerns and your experience is important to us.  If you would like to contact the Office of Patient Experience at 732-836-4297, a team member can help investigate this further.
Linda Michelle Duffy
1 month ago
1

If I could leave 0 I would. Rude, spiteful doctor who actively refused to prescribe lidocaine he’d already agreed to because he got aggravated with me when I got upset about being discharged with no answers or treatment plan. Then decided to admit me after saying I was being discharged and refused to treat. Wouldn’t even come back and say it to my face. I had to walk out because I was having a panic attack.

Response from the owner
Thank you for sharing these concerns with us. We appreciate your feedback and are always looking for opportunities to improve. If you would like to contact the Office of Patient Experience at 732-8336-4297, a team member will help investigate this further.
A Google User
1 month ago
2

The nurses seem incompetent. The place is old, and all the equipment is old, not to mention no one will help you get to where you need to go, and the place is a maze. Getting around it took me 25 minutes to find the right place, and I'm not too dumb, it's a dumb setup and can desperately use a remodeling

Response from the owner
We are sensitive to your concerns and your experience is important to us.  If you would like to contact the Office of Patient Experience at 732-836-4297, a team member can help investigate this further.
Peter Striano
1 month ago
5

The Cardiac care department was extremely helpful professional caring , Dr Litskey crew was incredibly proficient, Nurse Taylor was very efficient and professional, as were the complete staff, Thank you all.

Response from the owner
Thank you for your kind words!
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