About Metropolitan Center for Mental Health Saint Nicholas Avenue
The Metropolitan Center for Mental Health St. Nicholas Avenue in New York City, New York, is a nonprofit outpatient behavioral health center. They are licensed by the State of New York Office of Mental Health and the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services. Their services include assessment and treatment for mental health conditions, Families and Individuals in Recovery (FAIR) and the Addictions Outpatient Program. They offer services in English and Spanish. They accept many managed care plans, Medicaid and Medicare and offer a sliding scale fee plan for uninsured people who qualify.
FAIR Program
The FAIR program provides support for individuals and their families that focuses on sobriety and abstinence. They offer medication assisted treatment (MAT) for those in need. Their mental health professionals provide individual and family therapy as well as assistance in accessing valuable community resources.
Addictions Outpatient Program
Metropolitan Center’s outpatient program provides services to support individuals with alcohol and substance use disorder as well as any co-occurring mental health disorders. Their staff of medical and mental health professionals not only provide individual and group therapy but can prescribe medications for crisis and long term therapy. They also offer relapse prevention groups and aftercare treatment programs that support long term recovery.
Levels of Care
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Outpatient
In outpatient therapy, you’ll attend therapy sessions several times each week while living at home. This is ideal if you have a strong support system and a lower risk of relapse. Outpatient treatment offers flexibility to maintain work, school or family obligations.
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Dual Diagnosis
Dual diagnosis programs address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. This integrated approach to care improves the likelihood of long term recovery and stability by addressing the root causes of addiction.
Detox Service Setting
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Outpatient Detox
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems.
Programs
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Adult (18+)
Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment.
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Alcohol Detox
Alcohol detox programs offer medical support to help individuals withdraw safely from alcohol. Your care team may use medications to ease your symptoms and provide medical monitoring to address complications.
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LGBTQ Friendly
LGBTQ friendly programs create an inclusive and affirming space for recovery. Treatment is sensitive to issues like discrimination and stigma. You’ll receive support and therapy that respects and acknowledges your unique experiences.
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Men
Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills.
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Opioid Detox
Opioid detox uses medications to ease severe withdrawal symptoms. It also includes medical supervision to help you manage potential complications. These services allow you to stabilize and begin a recovery plan.
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Women
Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender specific issues such as trauma, family roles and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment.
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Young Adult (18 - 25)
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support.
Payment Options
- Payment Assistance
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Private Insurance
- Self Pay
Contact
1090 Saint Nicholas Avenue
New York City, NY 10032