Whitney Young Jr Health Center – Methadone Treatment

About Whitney Young Jr Health Center – Methadone Treatment – Albany

Located in Albany, New York, Whitney Young Jr. Health Center offers behavioral health services and drug rehab services to men and women throughout the county. They specialize in opioid addiction treatment services.

Whitney Young Jr. Health Center provides mental health, community support services, and medical care. Services for addiction include:

Medication Assisted Treatment
FDA-approved medications are provided to help mitigate withdrawal symptoms, reduce cravings, and prevent relapse. To participate in this program, clients must also undergo mental health treatment. Group therapy may also be provided.

Mental Health Treatment
Individuals meet with their counselor to work through mental health and behavioral health concerns. Treatment takes place on an outpatient basis and if a higher level of care is needed, a referral may be placed for inpatient treatment. Those with dual diagnosis may receive both mental health and addiction treatment concurrently in order to help create a better sense of well-being and to increase the likelihood of long-term success in recovery.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Medically Assisted Detox

Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.

Outpatient

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Treatments

Alcoholism Drug Addiction Opioid Addiction Substance Abuse

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.

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.

Staff

David Shippee

President & CEO

John Fraher, CPA, CFE, CVA, CGMA

CFO

Deborah Vasquez, MD

Chief Medical Officer

Angela Doe, MS,

Chief Behavioral Health Officer

Marybeth Goldstein, PHR, SHRM-CP

Chief Talent Officer

Will Backes

Chief of Staff

Robert Cawley

CIO

Robert Coyle

COO

Christina Rajotte

Chief Development Officer

Whitney Young Jr Health Center – Methadone Treatment

About Whitney Young Jr Health Center – Methadone Treatment – Albany

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