BestSelf Behavioral Health-Lower West Side Counseling

951 Niagara street BuffaloNY 14213

About BestSelf Behavioral Health-Lower West Side Counseling – Buffalo

BestSelf Behavioral Health’s Lower West Side Counseling is found in Buffalo, New York. They used to be known as Lake Shore before they merged in 2017. They’re a comprehensive outpatient treatment center for any New York Resident struggling with mental health challenges or substance abuse. The biggest focus that Lake Shore Behavioral Health specializes in is dual diagnosis for co-occurring disorders. This option focuses equally on mental health and addiction recovery support.

Lake Shore Behavioral Health provides access to counseling care for all New York residents. They don’t let language barriers stop them from providing access to care for anyone seeking addiction help. While the majority of the services provided are in English, Lake Shore has Arabic and Spanish services available. They also coordinate care with Delaware-Summer Adult Clinic.

Lake Shore only provides outpatient programs, but this setup allows individuals to easily balance daily responsibilities and recovery. It’s effective for those who want to start working towards overcoming their addictions, but can’t leave behind the responsibilities of family and work.

Lake Shore offers both individual and group counseling options. Plus, they have groups for LGBTQIA+ and even a group problem for the elderly who are looking to start recovery. Most of their counseling services are focused around trauma and the staff at Lake Shore utilized dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) to work through any trauma.

But, there’s so much more they offer to those seeking help. They also provide targeted case management services, which will give New York residents access to social services during their recovery. They also have harm reduction classes to prevent overdoses and DWI classes for those under court orders.

On top of that, Lake Shore Behavioral Health currently accepts Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, MVP Health Care and Fidelis Care.

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Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Treatments

Programs

Adult Program

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

LGBTQ Program

Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

Young Adult Program

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

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