They should care a little more about the patients, and a lot less about the money. If they did that, maybe they'd be able to stop making excuses and would start to provide a better service. Also, the counselors provide poor treatment so getting sober is more complicated than ...
About Community Counseling Services
Community Counseling Services is an outpatient behavioral health clinic in Ronkonkoma, New York. They provide counseling, addiction education and support for the chemically dependent person. This facilitates lasting recovery from substance use disorders. All while helping individuals live a healthy lifestyle. This facility is licensed by OASAS for chemical dependency outpatient services. This means they met the highest standards for quality care. In addition, they boast multidisciplinary care personnel comprising social workers, psychiatrists and counselors.
These experts are grounded in personalized care delivery through proven therapeutic practices. Many of them are certified substance abuse counselors. One cool thing about this facility is its flexibility. Various day and evening hours are available to meet the scheduling needs of each client. They offer Suboxone maintenance programs for opioid dependence treatment. Suboxone is popularly employed in medication assisted treatment. This recovery approach uses medicine and counseling to treat addiction.
Suboxone minimizes the withdrawal symptoms and curbs cravings. This allows the patient to receive counseling and therapeutic support to aid psychological healing. Their Suboxone maintenance program includes both individual and group therapy sessions as well as weekly supervised drug testing. Their comprehensive outpatient substance addiction program involves evaluation, counseling and addiction education. They also provide random urine screening, breathalyzer testing and referral services.
Counseling encompasses individual and group sessions, as well as family and codependency counseling. Their evaluation satisfies the requirement for community support and judicial service agencies. This includes probation departments, drink driver programs and TASC, among others. Most past clients criticized this facility for their lack of commitment to the client’s recovery journey and the poor attitude of their care personnel. Still, a few commend them for their impressive quality of care.
Latest Reviews
I had been with this agency for about 3 years and just recently got terminated by this therapist by the name of Jennifer O' Leary or Viania. As much as she empowered me with words of affirmations and sharing whatever I shared with her during therapy, she did come off as a bully at times. I find her and the staff to be very sneaky since they ended up diagnosing me with something that I ended up finding out a few months after around 2022. To anyone who wants to get any therapy with this establishment, I would look elsewhere. I waste 3 years with this piece of trash!
Tisha is the best therapist I ve ever had. She never judges me, makes me feel so comfortable, gives me so much support & hope, & always brightens my day in such a short period of time
Response from the owner5 months ago
Thank you for the review, Jessica! Tisha is truly an amazing therapist and all-around amazing person!
Let me start off that I called this number, not in need of any information, but to relay information about a patient who was hurt and regarding what insurances they took.These people do not care about anything. So worried about focusing on enforcing a policy on the phone about not releasing any information purposely just to not have to do anythingApparently the front desk lady is so strict you can even get her to leave a sticky note.Receptionist bimbo yapping her lip away. If you can find any excuse to NOT help someone it s definitely here. Keep chewing your bubblegum.
Response from the owner5 months ago
Hi Amanda, we apologize that our services did not align with your expectations, however you must understand that HIPAA or Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act is put in place to protect confidential information of clients and or patients of any medical entity. Without a current singed Consent to Release Confidential Information on file, any medical practitioner is legally obliged to 'enforce this policy'. As a behavioral health provider for more than 35 years, we strive to maintain optimum compliance with these regulations through regular trainings required by both state and federal law. Gallery
Location
Accepted Insurance
Other Forms of Payment
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.
Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.
Per session payment lets you pay for each treatment at the time of service. You may also pay for a certain number of sessions up front and then pay for more if needed. This format allows you to tailor the financial investment to your specific needs and avoid having a large lump sum payment due at the end of the treatment program.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
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
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
When you choose drug rehab in New York, you'll participate in a variety of treatments that are designed to help you live a drug-free lifestyle. Common methods of treatment include group, individual, and family counseling, medication management, nutrition, exercise, and management of co-occurring mental health disorders.
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
Programs
Teen Program
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
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.
Seniors Program
Nearly one million adults age 65 and older live with a substance use disorder. Treatment providers who specialize in senior care understand the social, psychological, and physical effects of aging and how they relate to recovery. They can help clients address particular challenges and risks they may face as they get older such as overdosing and medication interactions and dependencies.
Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
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.
Clinical Services
Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Contact Information
(631) 471-3122 
3281 E Veterans Memorial Highway
Suite E-14
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Get Help Now - 800-985-8516
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Fact checked and written by:
Chika Uchendu
Edited by:
Courtney Myers, MS
