The comprehensive assessment and treatment of alcohol and chemical dependency is provided on the Inpatient Chemical Dependency Unit and in the Reflections Outpatient Program. Both programs are licensed by the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) and are staffed by a multidisciplinary team of professionals skilled in the treatment of addiction.

The Chemical Dependency Unit is a Medically Managed Detoxification Unit that offers safe withdrawal from alcohol and other drugs. Treatment is provided by a dedicated and caring staff including: physicians, physicians' assistants, specially trained nurses, credentialed alcoholism and substance abuse counselors, creative arts therapists, social workers and psychiatric consultants. The focus is on stabilizing the individual physically and emotionally so they can start the process of recovery. Educational groups help patients learn about addiction and creative arts groups help patients understand and express their emotions. Self-Help Groups such as AA and NA also have meetings on the unit to familiarize patients with these sources of support. Patients are admitted 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The length of stay is usually between 3 and 7 days. Discharge plans are based on the individual needs of the patient. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (718) 670-5540 or (718) 670-5693.

The Reflections Outpatient Program is a Chemical Dependency Outpatient Service that uses a holistic model in treating addiction and the impact it has on patients' lives, as well as the lives of their families and loved ones. We employ an abstinence-based approach that encourages participation in 12-Step programs and other sources of sober support. Groups concentrate on such areas as relapse prevention, stress management, motivation and fun in recovery. There are men's and women's groups, and a group for significant others of patients. Individual and family counseling are also provided. Acupuncture, meditation or relaxation exercises, and the biofeedback are a major component of treatment. These approaches help our patients to settle themselves and improve coping so they can reflect and focus on their goals. A psychiatrist on our staff can evaluate patients and and provide medication management. Patients may be self-referred, referred by their families, or mandated into treatment by their employers or the criminal justice system. We understand that there are many roads into treatment, try to develop motivation for recovery and treat all of our patients with dignity and respect. The program is open for day and evening sessions and accepts many private insurance policies as well as Medicaid and Medicare. There is also a sliding scale for self-pay patients. Those requesting services are first screened over the telephone and an evaluation is scheduled as soon as possible. For more information or to schedule an evaluation call (718) 670-5078.