The Brooklyn Center for Psychotherapy and New Directions

About The Brooklyn Center for Psychotherapy and New Directions

The Brooklyn Center for Psychotherapy and New Directions is an outpatient addiction treatment center in Brooklyn, New York, serving the Metro New York community for over 30 years.

The program offers integrated outpatient care for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions, including counseling, peer recovery advocacy, medication management and family support.

Clients and families appreciate the welcoming, non-judgmental environment and the team’s compassionate, long-term approach to recovery.

Creative Arts Therapy with Medication Management for SUD

New Directions provides outpatient substance use treatment, dual diagnosis care and aftercare support.

Services include individual therapy, group therapy, psychoeducation, medication management, peer recovery support, cognitive behavioral therapy, creative arts therapy and family or marriage counseling.

The program treats alcohol use disorder, opioid addiction, marijuana use disorder and polysubstance use while serving adults, teens and children age five and older, including youth affected by a family member’s substance use.

Co-occurring conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and bipolar disorder are also treated.

Court-mandated clients are welcomed, with legal documentation support available.

Insurance Accepted, In Person and Telehealth Care in Brooklyn

New Directions operates in Brooklyn on Atlantic Avenue, with convenient access to downtown Brooklyn neighborhoods.

In-person, telehealth and virtual appointments are offered, along with evening and weekend hours to fit different schedules.

The program accepts Medicaid, Medicare and major medical insurance plans including Aetna, Amerigroup, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Fidelis, Healthfirst, MetroPlus, Wellcare and 1199.

Self pay is available, with services offered at a moderate cost on a sliding scale fee basis.

Edited by: Maygen Brockway

Addiction Treatment Programs

Alcohol Rehab
Alcohol rehab in New York helps clients find the motivation to make a change and gives them the tools to achieve long-term sobriety. Alcohol programs address the mental, emotional, and relational issues that may contribute to addiction. You’ll learn to build a new support network that supports your long-term sobriety.
Dual Diagnosis
People with a dual diagnosis may be using substances to self-medicate. A high-quality rehab in New York can address both issues and help you reach recovery. Along with traditional evidence-based substance use treatment, clients may receive mental health counseling, medication, peer support, and other tools to help them manage their mental health.
Opioid Addiction
A treatment program in New York can give you the tools and skills you need to overcome opioid addiction and reclaim your life. These treatment programs offer detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care. You may receive individual, group, and family counseling, peer support, and classes in essential life skills.
Drug Rehab
Drug rehab in New York provides professional treatment to help clients overcome substance misuse and build a drug-free life. High-quality treatment lays a foundation for sobriety and helps prevent relapses by giving you new ways of thinking, better coping skills, and a better understanding of key life skills such as emotional regulation and communication.
Adult Program
Adult programs in New York address a wide range of substance use issues while also helping clients with concerns such as raising children or building a career. Along with traditional evidence-based treatment, clients may receive employment support, parenting classes, and help securing housing.
Men's Rehab
A men’s rehab in New York addresses the unique needs men have and allows them to build relationships in a gender-specific environment. Along with traditional evidence-based treatment, clients may receive education on topics relevant to men, such as fatherhood, healthy relationships, emotional vulnerability, and more.
Women's Rehab
Those who join a women’s rehab program in New York are given training in key life skills to help them address their unique challenges. Along with traditional evidence-based treatment, clients may receive help with childcare, classes in parenting, and advice about being a working mother and building healthy relationships.
Young Adult Rehab
When people join a young adult rehab in New York, they learn key life skills while receiving treatment. Along with traditional evidence-based treatment, clients may receive educational support, employment training, and help securing housing.

Insurance Coverage

Self-pay options
There are many ways to pay for rehab in New York, including self-pay. When you pay yourself, you have maximum flexibility to choose the center you most prefer. You can write a check, get a medical loan from a bank or credit union, or send money electronically. The fee structure may vary depending on the level of care.
Private insurance
There are many ways to pay for rehab in New York. One option is private insurance. Your insurance plan can pay for some or all of the costs of rehab, especially if you choose a center that’s in the plan’s network. Be sure to check with the insurer to get full details.

Levels of Care

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Outpatient Rehab
If you’ve recently finished a residential treatment program, participating in outpatient treatment in New York can help you reinforce and practice your new habits. Outpatient treatment includes multiple approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and holistic therapy options.
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Aftercare Support
In New York, aftercare allows you to access additional resources and support to help you avoid relapse after treatment. The end of treatment is far from the end of the story, so take advantage of aftercare resources such as sober living, 12-step and other support groups, peer coaching, and more.

Therapies

Creative Arts Therapy
Receiving creative arts therapy in New York helps you express deep-rooted emotions, process trauma, and learn how to create a better life for yourself. Creative arts therapy is a complement to traditional evidence-based treatment approaches, and may be a part of inpatient treatment, outpatient care, or both.
Family Therapy
Many people have challenging family backgrounds, and addiction can create unhealthy dynamics as well. Family therapy in New York allows you to address these concerns. Some of the topics covered in family therapy include improving communication, developing healthy coping skills, avoiding codependency and enablement, and learning to support each other in healthy ways that foster recovery from addiction.
Group Therapy
It’s easy to feel isolated when you battle addiction, but group therapy in New York can show you you’re not alone. Group therapy is a normal part of evidence-based treatment programs, and may be a part of inpatient treatment, outpatient care, or both. Topics include addiction education, sharing of experiences, and learning new skills.
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy in New York can provide professional support and accountability as you work through substance use treatment. Individual therapy is a common part of both inpatient and outpatient substance use treatment and may be used to help with skill-building, overcoming trauma, and creating a substance-free lifestyle.