Rensselaer County Mental Health

1600 7th Avenue
Troy, NY 12180

Rensselaer County Mental Health department NY 12180

About Rensselaer County Mental Health

The Rensselaer County Mental Health Department is a public health care service in Troy, New York. This particular location is the Mental Health Department’s main administrative office but it also functions as their Unified Services Child and Adolescent Clinic.

This clinic serves clients who are kids, adolescents and young adults. They treat from the ages of birth to 21 years old so they help a lot of people who are starting to struggle with drug and alcohol addiction. They treat a wide variety of mental health conditions and needs but substance use disorder is one of them.

Your treatment here or your child’s treatment will be individualized to what you need for recovery. Typically you can expect individual therapy and group therapy sessions too. They also have family therapy here too because they recognize how important a family is in recovery, especially for a young person.

Accessibility is a big priority here because they aim to make mental health care available throughout the county. As part of this, they have telehealth services as an option if you don’t have transportation or you have other challenges with getting to the treatment center. They also have Spanish-speaking therapists on staff and they have interpreters available too. Finally, because this is the Mental Health Department’s head office, they can connect you to other resources too like their peer recovery counselors.

Some clients here say that this clinic has been a great help to their families and their mental health. On the other hand, there are also clients who say that the treatment center was unhelpful and they weren’t satisfied with the referral process so your experience here might vary.

Latest Reviews

Angelik Stagging
4 years ago on Google
4
Ryk Spoor
5 years ago on Google
5
These people have always gone the extra mile to help us. My family has many people with spectrum issues and other psych help needed, and they've worked hard to assemble a team to support us.
Jennifer Simpson
6 years ago on Google
1
Couldn't put 0 stars.....They only take children up to 21 so they gave me another number to call. I didn't mind that but the place they had me call does not take patients in Troy Ny. They should have already had this known.. Instead i was on the phone for 5 minutes before they told me we don't accept patients for troy. Just call Behavioral Health Outpatient and save yourself the hassle.....

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Accepted Insurance

Rensselaer County Mental Health works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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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

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.

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Programs

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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.
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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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Child Program
The providers who specialize in the children's rehab space understand the specialized needs that this population faces. School-based and social services such as tutoring and family counseling are often central to treatment. Child programs may also address the needs of youth experiencing substance abuse in the home, including a parent's or sibling's addiction.
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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.

Clinical Services

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in New York is a short term therapeutic method used to treat substance use and mental health disorders. CBT typically lasts from five to 20 sessions, based on the individual's needs.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

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.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

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.

Contact Information

Phone icon (518) 270-2800
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1600 7th Avenue
Troy, NY 12180

Fact checked and written by:
Nikki Wisher, BA
Edited by:
Courtney Myers, MS

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2.4 (5 reviews)
Angelik Stagging
4 years ago
4

Ryk Spoor
5 years ago
5

These people have always gone the extra mile to help us. My family has many people with spectrum issues and other psych help needed, and they've worked hard to assemble a team to support us.

Jennifer Simpson
6 years ago
1

Couldn't put 0 stars.....They only take children up to 21 so they gave me another number to call. I didn't mind that but the place they had me call does not take patients in Troy Ny. They should have already had this known.. Instead i was on the phone for 5 minutes before they told me we don't accept patients for troy. Just call Behavioral Health Outpatient and save yourself the hassle.....

Sarah Forman
7 years ago
1

The supervisor of the Rensselaer clinic Abigail is on a power trip. She lies and manipulates. I severely regressed due to her therapy. Then when i requested another therapist she refused. I asked to be a meds only client and refused sessions with her and she promptly discharged me forcing me to go to the ER to get meds I'd been on for years.

Sharon Silva
7 years ago
1

These people are no help! Their useless! Save taxpayers money and fire them all!!!!!

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