Alternatives Counseling Center

About Alternatives Counseling Center

Alternatives Counseling Center is an outpatient treatment provider in Southampton, New York that specializes in chemical dependency counseling for adolescents ages 16 and older, as well as adults. They focus on individual and group counseling, substance abuse assessments, psychiatric evaluations and care for co occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders. Their mission is to provide compassionate, accessible treatment that addresses both substance use and mental health issues in a holistic, person centered way.

Psychiatric Care Alongside Therapy

At the core of their work is outpatient addiction care for substance abuse, especially when combined with mental health conditions. They offer evidence based interventions, starting with substance abuse assessments and psychiatric evaluations to understand the full picture for each client. Their team of licensed counselors and therapists guides individuals through treatment tailored to their situation.

Treatment involves both individual and group counseling sessions, using approaches designed to identify and address underlying issues driving addiction and mental health symptoms. They include medication management when needed and crisis intervention services to support people during urgent moments. For many clients, the group setting adds peer support that strengthens recovery while the individual sessions fine-tune personal goals and coping strategies.

Supporting Youth, Women, DUI Offenders and Criminal Justice Clients

Beyond addiction and dual diagnosis care, Alternatives Counseling Center works with specialized populations including adolescents, people charged with DUI, and criminal justice clients. Their approach ensures these groups receive targeted support that respects their unique legal, social, or developmental challenges.

Sessions for these clients often incorporate education, behavior change strategies, and legal system navigation alongside standard counseling. This layered service model helps clients stay compliant with legal requirements while making actual progress in recovery and mental health wellbeing.

Accessible Care on Long Island

They serve individuals and families from Southampton, Riverhead, and the East End of Long Island through their outpatient office, with easy access by public transit and with onsite parking. Alternatives Counseling Center accepts Medicaid, most private insurance plans, and self payment, with a sliding fee scale available for those who qualify based on financial need.

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.
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.
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.

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.

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

Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy in New York involves being aware of how your thoughts are connected to your feelings and behavior. CBT is a common part of evidence-based treatment programs and may be a part of inpatient treatment, outpatient care, or both. CBT can be empowering as you learn to manage your thoughts and emotions rather than being overwhelmed by them.
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.