Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health - Shrewsbury New Jersey

Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health - Shrewsbury, NJ

Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health is an addiction and methadone treatment center in Shrewsbury, NJ, situated at 661 Shrewsbury Avenue in the 07702 zip code. Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health specializes in buprenorphine maintenance, methadone/buprenorphine for pain management and suboxone prescription. It can accommodate young adults and adults. Some of the treatment approaches utilized by Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health consist of dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-related counseling and relapse prevention. Moreover, it offers health education services, family counseling and substance use education. Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health provides treatment options to men and women.

Address: 661 Shrewsbury Avenue, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702

  1. Types of Care
  2. Service Settings
  3. Hospitals
  4. Opioid Medications used in Treatment
  5. External Opioid Medications Source
  6. Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
  7. External Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
  8. Type Of Treatment
  9. Pharmacotherapies
  10. Treatment Approaches
  11. FacilityOwnership
  12. License/Certification/Accreditation
  13. Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
  14. Payment Assistance Available
  15. Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported
  16. Assessment/Pre-treatment
  17. Screening & Testing
  18. Transitional Services
  19. Ancillary Services
  20. Counseling Services and Education
  21. Tobacco/Screening Services
  22. Facility Smoking Policy
  23. Age Groups Accepted
  24. Gender Accepted
  25. Services for deaf

Additional details on Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health in Shrewsbury, NJ:

Types of Care at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • Substance use treatment
  • Treatment for co-occurring serious mental health illness/serious emotional disturbance and substance use disorders

Service Settings at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • outpatient treatment
  • intensive outpatient treatment
  • outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
  • regular outpatient treatment

Hospitals at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • General Hospital (including VA hospital)

Opioid Medications used in Treatment at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • Buprenorphine used in Treatment
  • Naltrexone used in Treatment

External Opioid Medications Source at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • In-network prescribing entity
  • Personal physician/health care provider

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere

External Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • In-network prescribing entity
  • Personal physician/health care provider

Type Of Treatment at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • buprenorphine maintenance
  • suboxone prescription
  • naltrexone administration
  • methadone/buprenorphine for pain management

Pharmacotherapies at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • Acamprosate (Campral)
  • Buprenorphine with naloxone (Ex. Suboxone)
  • Buprenorphine without naloxone
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable naltrexone - Vivitrol)
  • Medications for psychiatric disorders

Treatment Approaches at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • anger management
  • brief intervention
  • cognitive behavioral therapy
  • dialectical behavior therapy
  • motivational interviewing
  • matrix Model
  • relapse prevention
  • substance use counseling
  • trauma-related counseling
  • 12-step facilitation

FacilityOwnership at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • a private non-profit organization

License/Certification/Accreditation at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • State substance abuse agency
  • State department of health
  • State mental health department
  • Hospital licensing authority
  • The Joint Commission

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Private health insurance
  • Cash or self-payment
  • State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Payment Assistance Available at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • Payment assistance

Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • people with co-occurring substance use and mental disorders

Assessment/Pre-treatment at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • Comprehensive mental health assessment
  • Comprehensive substance use assessment

Screening & Testing at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing
  • Drug or alcohol urine screening
  • Screening for Hepatitis C
  • Screening for mental disorders
  • Screening for substance use

Transitional Services at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • Aftercare/continuing care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Naloxone and overdose education

Ancillary Services at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • case management
  • mental health services
  • social skills development
  • transportation assistance

Counseling Services and Education at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • individual counseling
  • group counseling
  • family counseling
  • marital/couples counseling
  • substance use education
  • hepatitis education, counseling and support
  • health education services

Tobacco/Screening Services at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • Screening for tobacco use
  • Smoking/tobacco cessation counseling

Facility Smoking Policy at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • Smoking not permitted

Age Groups Accepted at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • adults
  • young adults

Gender Accepted at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • women
  • men

Services for deaf at Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health

  • Services for the deaf and hard of hearing are available

Phone #: 732-345-3400

Call (855) 372-9382 for 24/7 help with treatment.

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What are the benefits of inpatient methadone treatment for opioid dependence?

Inpatient methadone treatment offers several benefits for individuals with opioid dependence, especially those with severe addiction or co-occurring disorders. This type of treatment provides a structured and supportive environment, which can help reduce the risk of relapse by removing patients from triggers and stressful situations. Inpatient programs typically include comprehensive medical and psychological care, with round-the-clock supervision by healthcare professionals. Patients have access to various therapies, including individual counseling, group therapy, and family therapy, which address the underlying issues contributing to addiction. Additionally, the intensive support and monitoring during inpatient treatment can facilitate a smoother and safer transition to outpatient care, increasing the chances of long-term recovery.

What are the regulations and requirements for methadone clinics in Shrewsbury, NJ

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How can family members support a loved one undergoing methadone treatment?

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Is it safe to take other medications while receiving methadone treatment?

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What are the success rates of methadone treatment for opioid dependence?

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How is the dosage of methadone determined and adjusted over time?

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