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The Counseling Center At Toms River, NJ

1198 Lakewood Rd, #102
Toms River, NJ 08753
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About The Counseling Center At Toms River, NJ

Individual and group counseling sessions are the cornerstones of their addiction recovery program. You can meet with your assigned counselor to talk through your condition and any symptoms you’re experiencing. You can also find help for co-occurring mental health disorders, such as depression. During your sessions, you’ll dive into the underlying causes of your substance abuse and the feelings that trigger your unhealthy behaviors.

I like that their counseling services also help you look ahead to the future. For example, you’ll learn new habits you can implement to encourage long term recovery. You’ll also learn healthy ways to cope with stress and negative feelings without turning to drugs or alcohol.

If you need medication to help manage your symptoms, they can also help with that. Your team can write prescriptions, show you how to use the substances safely, and monitor how they affect your mind and body. This includes Suboxone and Vivitrol, which are available through their medication assisted treatment program.

While some former clients speak highly of their experience here, several have mentioned a lack of care and attention following a recent staff turnover.

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Latest Reviews

john misak
3 months ago on Google
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Absolutely terrible for individual medication management. Told me that they had late appointment options or weekends to work woth my work schedule. Set me up with someone that is the complete opposite of my preferences. The NP continued to ask me about medication I haven't taken in years every single appointment (like seriously? Take notes or listen to your patient.) Dr. Mesode took no care in me as a patient, had me consistently repeating myself to the point that it became beyond frustrating. Needed my meds prescribed in 3 month supply to work with my insurance. Prescribed it once and then stopped prescribing it that way because she kept zero notes on me as a patient. How else can you screw that up. For me the job was simple, the meds I'm on work, I'm happy and healthy while on them. They just do not pay any attention to what they're doing or what their patients need. I wouldn't touch The Counseling Center again with a 10 foot pole unless I was paid an exuberant amount of money. And even then I'm sure would still complain. 0/5 would not recommend to anybody who needs actual monitoring and medication management.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Hi John,

We are disappointed to hear about your medication management experience. Your concerns are heard and being handled appropriately.

Best of luck!
Madison L
5 months ago on Google
1
Come here for some good old fashion trauma
Response from the owner1 week ago
Hi Madison,

We'd love a chance to speak to you directly to discuss your experience. Please, contact us at (732) 605-6364.
Ray Blathely
8 months ago on Google
1
If I could rate zero stars I would. This place does not care about your mental health or its patients in general. I would advise you stay away from them and find another place.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Hi Ray,

We'd love to discuss your individual situation to resolve any concerns you may have. Call us at 888-443-3869 when you have time.

Best of luck!
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Other Forms of Payment

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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

The Counseling Center at Clark offers a qualified treatment for substance abuse disorders (including drugs, alcohol, and other addictive substances) with a primary Outpatient Treatment (OP) program. Outpatient programs are part-time. Clients come to the center for regularly scheduled individual and group sessions, according to a treatment plan. Group sessions are small, and led by licensed and qualified Addiction Counselors, psychologists, and other professional treatment providers.

Intensive Outpatient Treatment (also known as IOP for "Intensive Outpatient Program") is a primary treatment program recommended in some circumstances by a clinical and medical assessment. IOP may be recommended for those who do not need medically-supervised detox. IOP can also enable people in recovery to continue their recovery therapies following successful detox, on a part-time yet intensive schedule, designed to accommodate work and family life.

Clients in a rehab aftercare program have typically completed detox and intensive inpatient and are medically stable. These programs are designed to address addiction recovery as a life-long process. Outpatient counseling and recovery education are typically categorized as drug rehab aftercare, but many clients continue to receive support after being discharged from formal outpatient treatment. Case managers and recovery teams facilitate clients' access to peer coaching, career counseling, 12 step program induction, and related services.

12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). The 12 Step approach to counseling is very effective, and forms the basis of peer support that has proven to be essential for successful recovery in many cases. Most of their individualized client treatment plans include participation in 12-step meetings.

A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a short-term, intensive outpatient option designed for those with moderate to severe addictions who don't require 24-hour care. PHP treatment is often fully covered by insurance and provides structured programming (i.e. individual and group therapy). A typical partial hospitalization program can meet 3-5 days a week for a minimum of 20 hours, offering intensive treatment during the day while allowing you to return home after. PHP treatment duration can vary based on your progress but averages 90 days.

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.

The counselors and staff at The Counseling Center at Clark, NJ are all well trained in recognizing and dealing with clients suffering from substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. All outpatient treatment is assigned after an initial Clinical Assessment, which is an essential tool for understanding current status, including the need to recognize and treat a dual diagnosis.

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.

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 has shown the individuals whose families are involved in treatment have a much better prognosis and a higher success rate. The Counseling Center at Fair Lawn will make a concerted effort to include family members in treatment whenever possible. The goal of the family education program is to provide family members with information and support that will assist clients in their recovery. A family education group will be held every week (typically Wednesday from 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm, but please check the schedule).

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). At The Counseling Center, they seek to always run small group meetings of 10 people or less. They find that smaller groups are more comfortable for those participating and sharing, and allow for more careful review of important topics under discussion.

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

  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
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Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Alicia Jennings, MSW, LCSW, CCSWS, DRCC

Executive Director

Christopher Rienas, MD

Psychiatrist

Accreditations

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

Contact Information

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1198 Lakewood Rd
#102
Toms River, NJ 08753

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Reviews of The Counseling Center At Toms River, NJ

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2.5142857142857 (35 reviews)
john misak
3 months ago
1

Absolutely terrible for individual medication management. Told me that they had late appointment options or weekends to work woth my work schedule. Set me up with someone that is the complete opposite of my preferences. The NP continued to ask me about medication I haven't taken in years every single appointment (like seriously? Take notes or listen to your patient.) Dr. Mesode took no care in me as a patient, had me consistently repeating myself to the point that it became beyond frustrating. Needed my meds prescribed in 3 month supply to work with my insurance. Prescribed it once and then stopped prescribing it that way because she kept zero notes on me as a patient. How else can you screw that up. For me the job was simple, the meds I'm on work, I'm happy and healthy while on them. They just do not pay any attention to what they're doing or what their patients need. I wouldn't touch The Counseling Center again with a 10 foot pole unless I was paid an exuberant amount of money. And even then I'm sure would still complain. 0/5 would not recommend to anybody who needs actual monitoring and medication management.

Response from the owner
Hi John,

We are disappointed to hear about your medication management experience. Your concerns are heard and being handled appropriately.

Best of luck!
Madison L
5 months ago
1

Come here for some good old fashion trauma

Response from the owner
Hi Madison,

We'd love a chance to speak to you directly to discuss your experience. Please, contact us at (732) 605-6364.
Ray Blathely
8 months ago
1

If I could rate zero stars I would. This place does not care about your mental health or its patients in general. I would advise you stay away from them and find another place.

Response from the owner
Hi Ray,

We'd love to discuss your individual situation to resolve any concerns you may have. Call us at 888-443-3869 when you have time.

Best of luck!
Lauren Dunbar
8 months ago
5

Response from the owner
We greatly appreciate your 5.0 rating. Thank you for sharing your experience.
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