New York City's Unique Addiction Challenges
New York has long been known for its high drug rates, and there are statistics to prove it. A New York Health Report reveals there were 2,192 overdose deaths in the city in 2024. Although deaths are decreasing, largely due to the distribution of Naloxone, drug use remains prevalent, along with all the problems that come with it.
The Bronx has the highest overdose rates at 60.1 per 100,000 residents, followed by Manhattan, with 26.8 per 100,000 residents. However, the epidemic runs throughout the city. It is especially problematic in low-income areas, where living conditions tend to be unstable.
Benefits of Leaving the City for Addiction Treatment
While going to a New York City treatment center is an option, traveling for care has its advantages, as follows:
Removal from Stressors: New York is a fast-paced city. While many people enjoy the vibrant environment, it can also be stressful. The constant movement can create or worsen relationship, financial, and work-related issues, causing mental health challenges that contribute to drug use.
Distance for Triggers: As a 24-hour town, New York is always alive, with its bars and restaurants open late and people out partying into the wee hours. Although many enjoy this atmosphere, it can be dangerous for someone with addiction issues, presenting temptation at every corner.
New Perspective: Distance from everyday life provides people with a new perspective and a sense of a fresh start, which can be conducive to healing.
Anonymity: In a small town like Manhattan, it can be difficult to remain discreet about rehab. Traveling for care provides anonymity, ensuring no one will know you are attending a substance abuse treatment program.
Why New Jersey?
New Jersey is a great destination for New Yorkers seeking outpatient treatment. It offers legislation that supports individuals in recovery, and it’s just a few miles outside of the city. Here are some things to consider.
Legislation
New Jersey’s legislation supports addiction treatment with the following laws and initiatives:
Anti-Exploitation Laws: NJ laws prohibit patient brokering and deceptive marketing tactics, ensuring transparent services for people in recovery.
Sober Home Regulations: Ensures safety, oversight, and quality in sober living facilities.
Major Funding Commitments: The Opioid Settlement Allocation and Opioid Recovery and Remediation Advisory Council Strategic Plan provide funding for various aspects of substance use treatment.
Proximity
Manhattan is just 19 miles from our Woodland Park, NJ facility, about a half-hour trip by car and a short commute on public transportation, with the closest outlet being the Port Authority Bus Terminal. You can easily escape the stresses of New York City and enjoy the safe environment of our clinic within minutes.
And if planning stresses you out, we’ll help you work out the arrangements. We can secure metro passes, provide directions, and, in some instances, offer door-to-door service.
Our Comprehensive Approach
BlueCrest supports you throughout your recovery journey, with whole-person services that consider the mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of addiction. Here’s what our treatment entails.
Detoxification Process
Detox can be the most challenging part of recovery as clients experience withdrawal symptoms that increase the risk of relapse. We take a medically assisted approach to reduce cravings and symptoms. Our team also offers vital sign monitoring to prevent complications and ensure a safe recovery.
Therapy
After detox is complete, clients attend therapy sessions addressing co-occurring disorders that contribute to drug use, and teaching healthy coping strategies. We offer evidence-based treatments that are proven effective, but tailor them to the patient’s needs. Our treatment plan includes group therapy and individual therapy ensuing optimal wellness.
Clients typically start with partial hospitalization, staying in our facility for 8-12 hours a day and returning home at night. As they improve, they move down to our intensive outpatient programs and then to our more flexible outpatient services for optimal maintenance of sobriety.
Aftercare
We continue to support clients beyond early recovery with aftercare services. Our team recommends healthy living habits that replace the urge to use drugs and alcohol. Mindfulness exercises, a nutritious diet, and exercise also help with emotional regulation and accountability.
Privacy and Confidentiality
BlueCrest makes privacy and confidentiality a priority. Traveling out of New York makes all the difference. You will minimize the risk of running into someone you know inside or immediately outside our facility.
As a HIPAA-covered treatment center, we comply with strict laws to keep your information private. We will not share your information with colleagues and family members without your written consent. Our facility is also set up to create a safe environment with quiet spaces and closed therapy sessions.
We Work With Your Insurance
Cost can be a concern, especially if you’re unsure whether your New York insurance will be accepted in New Jersey. However, options are available.
For example, private plans, such as Cigna, United HealthCare, BlueCross BlueShield, and AETNA, are widely accepted across state lines, provided you use an in-network provider. Other plans, such as Horizon, offer an Away-from-Home Care Program.
Contact our office to learn more about your options. We’ll help you find a way to make care affordable.
Begin Your Journey
Stop letting addiction take over your life. BlueCrest Recovery provides the tools to overcome this chronic disease. Our psychiatric care and talk therapy approaches address the underlying cause of addiction, supporting optimal well-being.
Reach out to our compassionate addiction specialists to discuss treatment today. We will help you determine the best path for recovery.
Our Team
Our team is comprised of experienced addiction professionals with a diverse backgrounds in leadership, clinical, and operational skills. Our medical and mental health team consists of our medical director and psychiatrist, our psychiatric nurse practitioner, and two registered nurses. Our clinical team is comprised of licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs), marriage and family therapists (MFTs), licensed professional counselors (LPCs), licensed social workers (LSWs), licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselors (LCADCs), and certified alcohol and drug counselors (CADCs). Many staff members have their own personal stories of recovery, making our team exceptionally talented and unique.
Our Facilities
We conduct our treatment programs in a spacious, comfortable, and well-maintained facility conveniently located outside New York City. We’ve optimized our surroundings to encourage a sense of safety and support through a recovery-friendly design and layout.
