University Behavioral Health Care at Piscataway – Main Building Rutgers Health

671 Hoes Lane West
Piscataway, NJ 08854

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care NJ 8854

About University Behavioral Health Care at Piscataway – Main Building Rutgers Health

Adults with substance abuse disorders can receive acute partial hospitalization treatment at Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care in Piscataway, New Jersey. The program is for individuals with mental illnesses that may also involve substance abuse. It offers therapy, support and case management services. They provide customized services that are tailored to the particular needs and strengths of every individual.

They provide group and individual therapy, psychoeducation and psychiatric evaluation. Participants in the program are encouraged to set and achieve goals on a daily basis. They provide services for addiction and recovery, life skill development, medication management and education. They also offer case management and wellness counseling that encompasses quitting smoking, prevocational services and family support.

Cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and art and music therapy, as well as horticulture therapy and trauma treatment are some of their speciality services. They offer coordination of care with medical providers. They offer transportation as well as referrals and connections to housing and job services.
An alternative to inpatient detoxification is their medically supervised ambulatory withdrawal management program. As part of their outpatient treatment, patients collaborate closely with a psychiatrist. Hypnotics, sedatives and opiate withdrawal are all part of their program. Even though alcohol may be present, those experiencing moderate to severe alcohol withdrawal are referred to receive more advanced care.

Medication assisted therapy and evidence based group therapies are among the services this program offers. For people of all ages, they offer both on and off site psychiatric emergency and crisis intervention services. They have 24 hour walk in services for patients of all ages who require emergency psychiatric care. They provide up to 24 hours of stabilizing treatment in a three bed crisis unit. Crisis counselors are on duty at their 24 hour hotline.

Latest Reviews

chrisooo
1 month ago on Google
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Literally the worst staff I have ever experienced they have the dumbest policies ever as well which make it extremely difficult to make an appointment
Beth Khatchikian
1 month ago on Google
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My social worker who evaluated my child appears to be schizophrenic and in need of treatment. This was a horrible place to bring my child. This is insanity. I wouldn t leave a rat I. This facility for care.
MJ Salas
1 month ago on Google
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I ve had the most wonderful experiences in other RWJ departments, so I was extremely disappointed when my experience at RWJ behavioral health was subpar.My screening appointment went very smoothly. If I could give five stars for my screening appointment, I would! The person who helped me was very kind. Despite asking about some denser topics, the person leading the appointment made me feel comfortable to share.The timeline from scheduling my screening appointment to my first official appointment with the nurse practitioner was about a month. I understand this is not uncommon for many healthcare organizations they re so impacted!Accordingly, I was unfazed when my appointment with the nurse practitioner started 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time. What did surprise me was that the appointment itself was no longer than 15 minutes (which might be a generous estimate). Most psychiatry appointments are an average of 2-2.5 hours in addition to the 1 hour screening appointment.I was so excited about this appointment, as I have been eager to get clarity on some of my experiences and find potential solutions to help improve my quality of life. However, I left the appointment feeling frustrated, dismissed, and misunderstood. I prepared for the appointment with a list of symptoms and concerns I wanted to discuss. I would bring up these concerns, but very few follow-up questions were asked. Instead, the practitioner kept wanting to discuss a symptom that was not a priority/major concern for me. Then, the provider prescribed a medication to address this symptom, but did not share the medication name, explain its purpose, its side effects, etc. They then recommended that I change when I take my currently prescribed medication, again, without explanation as to why I should change the timing.I asked for more clarity as to what was happening and why. I also asked about a potential diagnosis to help alleviate some of my uncertainty. The provider responded by attributing my problems and symptoms to my gender identity when, again, my gender identity has not been a stressor for me. Just a heads up for anyone particularly folks of minoritized identities looking to seek care here. Needless to say, I have not and will not take the medication that was prescribed. Now I m in the process of looking for another provider at a different organization, which I anticipate will take another month (if not longer) provided how impacted healthcare institutions are.TLDR: Screening appointment was great! First official appointment with the nurse practitioner was not great. I will be seeking services at another facility.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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Clients often enter inpatient rehab following detox, but they may also enroll during early recovery or at an increased risk of relapse. Inpatient rehabs provide housing, meals, and intensive clinical supervision, allowing clients to focus exclusively on their recovery in a highly structured and supportive environment. Clients typically receive multiple individual, group, and/or family therapy sessions weekly. Many programs also offer extensive addiction education and recovery-focused life skills training. Integrative inpatient rehabs provide holistic therapies as well.

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.

Drug rehab in New Jersey is the process of addressing the complex issues involved with addiction. Challenges are identified and addressed through individual and group counseling. Participants learn how to manage these issues without the use of substances.

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

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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.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Creativity is inherently healing, and can help those in recovery express thoughts or feelings they might not otherwise be able to. Creative arts therapy can include music, poetry/writing, painting, sculpting, dance, theater, sandplay, and more. Unlike traditional art, the final product matters far less than the experience of creation and expression itself.

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.

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.

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.

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.

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671 Hoes Lane West
Piscataway, NJ 08854

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Reviews of University Behavioral Health Care at Piscataway – Main Building Rutgers Health

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Terrible experience. They used to have two levels, if you got to the second level, you had certain benefits. Going outside was one of those benefits. When I reached that level, I only went out ONCE. The other times I asked, they IGNORED me. At one point, I got super an ... Read More

Reviewed on 4/25/2023
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RUBHC take pride in having no doctors or psychiatrists in house. This is absolutely absurd. How are they helping people. You don’t even have a caseworker or social worker to tend to your personal situational needs.

Reviewed on 4/2/2023
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The staff treats you like you are all misfits, they have the power to write you up with false information, lies, because they misconstrue what you say. There is no way a psychiatrist can help you with a five minute session. God bless the people who go to rubh.

Reviewed on 9/23/2019
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2.5 (105 reviews)
chrisooo
1 month ago
1

Literally the worst staff I have ever experienced they have the dumbest policies ever as well which make it extremely difficult to make an appointment

Beth Khatchikian
1 month ago
1

My social worker who evaluated my child appears to be schizophrenic and in need of treatment. This was a horrible place to bring my child. This is insanity. I wouldn t leave a rat I. This facility for care.

MJ Salas
1 month ago
1

I ve had the most wonderful experiences in other RWJ departments, so I was extremely disappointed when my experience at RWJ behavioral health was subpar.My screening appointment went very smoothly. If I could give five stars for my screening appointment, I would! The person who helped me was very kind. Despite asking about some denser topics, the person leading the appointment made me feel comfortable to share.The timeline from scheduling my screening appointment to my first official appointment with the nurse practitioner was about a month. I understand this is not uncommon for many healthcare organizations they re so impacted!Accordingly, I was unfazed when my appointment with the nurse practitioner started 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time. What did surprise me was that the appointment itself was no longer than 15 minutes (which might be a generous estimate). Most psychiatry appointments are an average of 2-2.5 hours in addition to the 1 hour screening appointment.I was so excited about this appointment, as I have been eager to get clarity on some of my experiences and find potential solutions to help improve my quality of life. However, I left the appointment feeling frustrated, dismissed, and misunderstood. I prepared for the appointment with a list of symptoms and concerns I wanted to discuss. I would bring up these concerns, but very few follow-up questions were asked. Instead, the practitioner kept wanting to discuss a symptom that was not a priority/major concern for me. Then, the provider prescribed a medication to address this symptom, but did not share the medication name, explain its purpose, its side effects, etc. They then recommended that I change when I take my currently prescribed medication, again, without explanation as to why I should change the timing.I asked for more clarity as to what was happening and why. I also asked about a potential diagnosis to help alleviate some of my uncertainty. The provider responded by attributing my problems and symptoms to my gender identity when, again, my gender identity has not been a stressor for me. Just a heads up for anyone particularly folks of minoritized identities looking to seek care here. Needless to say, I have not and will not take the medication that was prescribed. Now I m in the process of looking for another provider at a different organization, which I anticipate will take another month (if not longer) provided how impacted healthcare institutions are.TLDR: Screening appointment was great! First official appointment with the nurse practitioner was not great. I will be seeking services at another facility.

Peter Roberts
1 month ago
1

This place aggressively gaslights young people in kahoots with Rutgers PD to practice clinical skills- it s a simulation at the expense of vulnerable people s lives. they use the patients as experiments for students with no real world experience- non-clinical students use coercive control to get young people to voluntarily commit themselves- this is by far the most dangerous place to end up. They use fear and intimidation tactics to scare students into believing they have serious psychiatric issues. They will not call parents or caregivers despite having Ferpa releases on file-

Response from the owner1 month ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are sorry to hear of your experience at UBHC. We invite you to please reach out to the Patient/Consumer Advocate at 732-235-3921 if you wish to discuss further.
hv
3 months ago
5

I was impatient here and I would say that it was way better than what I thought. The employees were caring, wouldn t baby us but show the reality of life and were helpful. It was also fun with the activities and we would also do physical activities which were entertaining. I recommend this place for anyone needing the help.

Response from the owner1 month ago
Thank you for sharing your positive experience.
Delia Dubon
3 months ago
5

Response from the owner1 month ago
Thank you!
Scruffy Jaskot
4 months ago
1

A family member had to be admitted. We agreed and put up no opposition. It took them 11 hours to get her admitted. We sat in the acute psychiatric waiting room with their ugly uncomfortable rubber couches for 11 hours. Everyone is super nice and apologetic, but I don't want an apology, I want my child to get the care she needs and to be admitted.

Response from the owner4 months ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are sorry to hear of your experience at UBHC. We invite you to please reach out to the Patient/Consumer Advocate at 732-235-3921 if you wish to discuss further.
G TIAGO
5 months ago
1

This place has changed a lot, I've been there few times few years ago and I got discharged from Piscataway clinic past Thursday again and let me advise you that I will never go back to this place ever again, my experience this time was not fun or gave any help the staff makes fun of the patients and there's no treatment no groups or any help for sick people like me I was so disrespected I won't ever go back , my treatment was base on pills only pills nothing else, it's so disrespectful don't waist your time, now im on my way to another clinic lot more serious and professional and I recommend it Princeton House this is the best place you can get the help you need so don't fall for this place anymore good luck feel better and god bless ...

Response from the owner4 months ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are sorry to hear of your experience at UBHC. We invite you to please reach out to the Patient/Consumer Advocate at 732-235-3921 if you wish to discuss further.
Genesis DeJesus
5 months ago
1

SUGGESTION TO PARENTS- READ BOOK PSYCHIATRIC SLAVERY BY THOMAS SZASZREVIEW BELOWUPDATE: my son was released Tuesday Nov 7th. PARENTS BE AWARE THAT THE KIDS INSIDE HAVE COURT ON FRIDAYS. I was NOT made aware of this. If I would ve known I would ve been there and he would have had appropriate counsel. They provided him with a public defender but he has a law guardian who knows him well and would ve represented him better. It felt like it was kept from us on purpose. Also, my son informed us that he was pretty upset when he found out he had to stay for an additional two weeks. He was restrained and medicated. WE WERE NEVER INFORMED ABOUT THIS. When his dad asked the nurse about it in front of my son she said well you were behaving bad. It s almost like you are not allowed to have feelings there. He just learned he had to stay .. did they expect him to be happy about it? I m not sure what type of training the nurses receive that qualifies them to work with these kids. However, Dr.Randolph is a great doctor and very patient. But the staff working under him is another story. Nardika is awesome as well.My son is currently a patient here so this rating is TEMPORARY. I will update with a very detailed rating once he is RELEASED as I have been keeping a journal. He is currently being treated by Dr.Randolph who has been very helpful. I do value and appreciate his help thus far. Nurses Kim and Ronny have been very thorough with communication which I really appreciate. There s another nurse but I didn t get her name who has been helpful as well. *Some* (only 2) of the nurses have shown empathy and compassion. His one-on-ones have been really nice guys and I wish I could thank them in person. Hopefully one day I ll get the chance. Clinician Nardika has been great and she mentioned that my teen son isn t a bad kid just having a tough time with depression. I love that she acknowledged that because it lets me know that she is paying attention to him and really getting to know the REAL him. One thing I will say is that my son has been there for over two weeks now without access to fresh air or sunlight. Basic life necessities and just plain HUMAN RIGHT. That could drive even the healthiest person crazy often causing more harm than good out of desperation.Edit- just spoke to Clinician Nardika who told me that my son is under RUNAWAY RISK which is why he hasn t been allowed out which I completely understand. They are working diligently to give him the help he needs to deal with his emotions. Doctor and clinician are working on a discharge plan and says he will be released early next week. I really really appreciate the support they are providing him and our family during this process.

Response from the owner7 months ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We invite you to please reach out to the Patient/Consumer Advocate at 732-235-3921 if you wish to discuss further.
mairelly jimenez
6 months ago
5

I ve been here twice before and both admissions were very helpful. I m struggling right now but if I were to be admitted again this is the place I d go. They keep you on a schedule everyday to ensure that everyone is keeping up with their hygiene, eating, school and overall on the same page. There s one on one and group therapy and the activities we did weren t boring. The staff is great and they don t get enough credit for how well they listen to you and try to understand. I personally really liked all the staff but Mr. Aaron and Ms. Natasha are amazing. It s a lot more than just a job to them and I applaud them for how much they care. I highly recommend coming here if you need to be admitted.

Response from the owner6 months ago
Thank you!
Wjaphet Velasquez
7 months ago
4

I was a inpatient some staff were nice pls give one more pillow

Response from the owner6 months ago
Thank you.
Sara Soliman
7 months ago
1

Response from the owner7 months ago
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We invite you to please reach out to the Patient/Consumer Advocate at 732-235-3921 if you wish to discuss further.
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