Stress Care of New Jersey LLC

500 Park Ave Manalapan, NJ 07726
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Stress Care of New Jersey NJ 7726

About Stress Care of New Jersey LLC

Stress Care of New Jersey is an outpatient addiction and behavioral health facility located in Manalapan Township, New Jersey. They have an accreditation from the Joint Commission and are licensed by the state of New Jersey. The programs and services offered at Stress Care include an adolescent substance use intensive outpatient program and adult substance use intensive outpatient services. They also offer adult substance use partial care services. For patients who are unable to receive treatment in person, they can meet with their provider via telehealth for individual or group therapy at their home. Mental health services such as grief counseling and couples counseling are also available at this location.

Stress Care is unique in that it provides addiction treatment for various types of addictions in the adolescent program. In addition to treating substance use disorder, they offer treatment for addictive behaviors such as gambling and internet addictions. Their staff is also qualified to help individuals who are struggling with eating disorders. Treatment is conveniently scheduled after a patient’s school schedule, and they are able to receive group therapy tailored to youth experiences and challenges. The staff assists adolescents with issues such as peer pressure, trauma and identity struggles. Adolescent clients will learn coping skills to help with recovery and receive relapse prevention training.

In the adult program, Stress Care strives to make care as convenient as possible by offering immediate availability, evening hour appointments and short term services. Clients can expect to learn about self esteem building, anxiety management and other topics that will help them in their recovery.

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Accepted Insurance

Stress Care of New Jersey LLC works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Clover Health
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
Brighton Health Plan Solutions
Qualcare
United States Family Health Plan (USFHP)

Other Forms of Payment

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.

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.

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.

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.
inpatient iconInpatient
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.
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Clients in a rehab aftercare program have typically completed detox and intensive inpatient and are medically stable. These programs are designed to address addiction recovery as a life-long process. Outpatient counseling and recovery education are typically categorized as drug rehab aftercare, but many clients continue to receive support after being discharged from formal outpatient treatment. Case managers and recovery teams facilitate clients' access to peer coaching, career counseling, 12 step program induction, and related services.
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Participants in 12 step programs engage in a rigorous process of personal growth as a cornerstone of long-term recovery. They are expected to attend anonymous, peer-led 12 step meetings, which are free, open to the public, and available multiple times per day in most communities. Though these programs are rooted in spiritual principles, religious affiliation is not required. Self-selected peer sponsors mentor participants as they work through the 12 steps, learning forgiveness, understanding, acceptance, and accountability.
partial-hospitalization iconPartial Hospitalization Program
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a short-term, intensive outpatient option designed for those with moderate to severe addictions who don't require 24-hour care. PHP treatment is often fully covered by insurance and provides structured programming (i.e. individual and group therapy). A typical partial hospitalization program can meet 3-5 days a week for a minimum of 20 hours, offering intensive treatment during the day while allowing you to return home after. PHP treatment duration can vary based on your progress but averages 90 days.
medically-assisted-detox iconMedically 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.

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.

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.

Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.

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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Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

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.

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. While such groups may include only three or four individuals, typical therapy groups include 7 to 12 members. An average group meets once or twice weekly for an hour or two. Though some therapy groups are limited to as few as six sessions, most groups are maintained for at least a year.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Psychotherapy is a general treatment method for nearly any mental or emotional disorder that involves talking about the patient's condition with a professional. Psychotherapy is also known as talk therapy or counseling. Talking about about it can help the patient learn more about it and identify the feelings, thoughts, moods and behaviors associated with it. Psychotherapy can help relieve problems caused by serious mental illnesses or other stressful issues including grief, anger, relationship problems, eating disorders or personality disorders. Sessions typically last 45 to 60 minutes and can be done alone, with family members or while performing certain activities.

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.

Marriage counseling, also known as couples therapy, is a type of psychotherapy that helps couples of all types-heterosexual, homosexual, married or not married-improve their relationships by helping them recognize and resolve their conflicts. A trained, professional marriage counselor can help couples rebuild their relationships by assisting the couple in a thoughtful and deliberate reconciliation process. In some cases, of course, this may also mean that the two individuals will go their own separate ways. In most cases, both members of a couple will attend marriage counseling together, but in some cases only one member of the couple may choose to work with the therapist. The therapy is usually short term, taking place over a certain number of sessions, but in other cases the therapy may proceed for a more extended duration, depending on the needs and desires of the couple.

Family therapy is a form of psychotherapy that treats two or more members of the same family. The family therapist addresses the individual family's constellation as a unique variation on a common social system. Family therapists study and help to improve the dynamics in a family in which one or more members is experiencing overt distress. Family therapy is based on the premise that, because the interaction among family members is so close and intense, the beliefs, personalities and experiences of each member affect the well-being of the whole family. The designated "patient" in a given family not only impacts the other members, but may be the subconsciously designated representative of the entire family's inner turmoil.

Amenities

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Accreditations

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

Contact Information

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500 Park Ave
Manalapan Township, NJ 07726

Fact checked and written by:
Eric Owens
Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW

Reviews of Stress Care of New Jersey LLC

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5

Wonderful place. Staff very friendly and professional, and the best doctor I've ever had .????

Reviewed on 10/9/2019
3.5

I can’t put it in words what a horrible experience I had with SC this place is a 1/2 step above the drug dealers that sell to children! Dr Gellers notes falsely stated I received a controlled substance (Klonopin) and someone also used my identity & insurance to get script ... Read More

Reviewed on 8/30/2019
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I have been going to Stress Care for a long time and they have helped me tremendously! My therapist is the best, she listens to my concerns, teaches me how to cope, gives me "key" words when I need them (to help with my depression and anxiety) and never ever puts me down fo ... Read More

Reviewed on 4/18/2019
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3.9 (247 reviews)
Barbara Corrente
1 month ago
5

Dr Connolly was professional, kind & listened to all concerns. She was knowledgeable and very helpful

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Thank you for letting us know that you had a positive experience at Stress Care. We love to hear this! If there is anything else that I can help with, please let me know. My direct phone # is 732 523 5494 or email me at Carolyn.DeCotiis@stresscareclinic.com. Carolyn DeCotiis, Senior Clinician at Stress Care of NJ.
Lauren DiChiara
1 month ago
5

Dr. Connelly might be the kindest doctor I've ever seen. Office staff / receptionist were really nice too. They made me feel comfortable and heard.

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Thank you for letting us know that you had a positive experience at Stress Care. We love to hear this! If there is anything else that I can help with, please let me know. My direct phone # is 732 523 5494 or email me at Carolyn.DeCotiis@stresscareclinic.com. Carolyn DeCotiis, Senior Clinician at Stress Care of NJ.
brooklynn jondall
1 month ago
1

John Ludlow doesn t allow certificates of completion or letters to show that the program had been complete. He talks to his patients horribly and uses inappropriate language for a therapist. Other therapists in the facility don t communicate properly and illegally bill

Response from the owner1 month ago
Good morning, my name is Carolyn, I am the Senior Clinician in the Matawan Outpatient department at Stress Care of NJ. I appreciate your feedback and I would like to talk more about your experience. When you have a moment, please call me on my direct phone # 732 523 5494 or email me at Carolyn.DeCotiis@stresscareclinic.com. My goal is to resolve your issues, and by reaching out to me, we can work together to reach this goal. All feedback left on my voicemail or email will be returned within 24 to 48 hours.
Viktoriya Litvenko
1 month ago
5

The best primary care provider one could ask for. Dr. Connolly is amazing! God bless that woman!

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Thank you for letting us know that you had a positive experience at Stress Care. We love to hear this! If there is anything else that I can help with, please let me know. My direct phone # is 732 523 5494 or email me at Carolyn.DeCotiis@stresscareclinic.com. Carolyn DeCotiis, Senior Clinician at Stress Care of NJ.
Maria Bautista
1 month ago
5

The doctor is very attentive to the patient s needs and concerns. Dr. Connolly explains clearly the reasons of tests, the results and path forward. She doesn t rush the patient and really pays attention to questions and concerns. The office manager has excellent client service. Overall this office and practice is great.

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Thank you for letting us know that you had a positive experience at Stress Care. We love to hear this! If there is anything else that I can help with, please let me know. My direct phone # is 732 523 5494 or email me at Carolyn.DeCotiis@stresscareclinic.com. Carolyn DeCotiis, Senior Clinician at Stress Care of NJ.
Joseph Bonura
1 month ago
5

The only person you need to talk to is Dumebi Oforah. 17 years and no doctor can figure out medication that worked for me. He did. He listens and works with you and not against you. Tell him everything going on in your life and how you feel about everything and watch your quality of life improve. Highly educated and honestly a no brainer. Make your appointment today with him and change your life for the better almost immediately. By the way I'm schizophrenic, in and out of hospitals during holidays and birthdays. Now, i spend the holidays and birthdays with my family thanks to Dumebi Oforah.

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Thank you for letting us know that you had a positive experience at Stress Care. We love to hear this! If there is anything else that I can help with, please let me know. My direct phone # is 732 523 5494 or email me at Carolyn.DeCotiis@stresscareclinic.com. Carolyn DeCotiis, Senior Clinician at Stress Care of NJ.
Jasmine Wilson
1 month ago
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I am having a HORRIBLE experience at Stress Care of New Jersey. My husband had an initial appointment with Keyshanna Apple, who was not understanding at all of his situation. She told us to establish care, he would have to complete an EKG and drug test, so we completed that at the location they recommend - also Stress Care, but the Primary Care location. That appointment took TWO HOURS. Following that appointment, he received a message that the results were in, so I called to make a follow up appointment. At the follow up appointment, a new provider was seen and she said she did not have his results. Although frustrated, I understood it was not her fault and she said the office would reach out the next day to help him get it figured out. Waited 2 days, and no one called. So, I called them, and they said they couldn t find his results. After 40 minutes on the phone, Darius said his supervisor recommended to have the test redone. I said that was absolutely not acceptable and then he called the primary care arm and the office said they would send over the results. The results were magically found and was sent to their office, and then Darius sent me a screenshot proving the results were in, and I scheduled yet another follow-up appointment for my husband, and he PROMISED that it would be the end of the missing report. The follow up appointment was this morning and guess what! The results uploaded were BLANK. The provider was apologetic but not understanding AT ALL at the level of frustration we are experiencing. He is out of his medication and NO ONE CARES AT STRESS CARE. The patient was not kept in mind at all, and the provider I spoke to said I spent 5 minutes trying to call them and figure it out What about the HOURS I have spent trying to get this figured out for my husband? I really can t believe the audacity of the office to be so wasteful and not responsible or understanding for their patients we are new patients and if we hadn t made it this far and if he wasn t out of medication - I wouldn t touch this branch with a 10-foot pole. They do not care about you. To add to that, we were told to pay our copayment for the 2 WASTEFUL visits. This is not how healthcare should run. The patient should be the top priority for the office and with all of this, it is clear that the patient is the LAST person they think about. There was no proactiveness with helping my husband, the only contact that came from the office was to collect payment. WOULD NOT RECOMMEND COMING HERE IF YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR LOVED ONES. I will continue to escalate this problem because I do not want this to happen to anyone else.

Response from the owner1 month ago
Good afternoon, my name is Carolyn, I am the Senior Clinician in the Matawan Outpatient department at Stress Care of NJ. I appreciate your feedback and I would like to talk more about your experience. When you have a moment, please call me on my direct phone # 732 523 5494 or email me at Carolyn.DeCotiis@stresscareclinic.com. My goal is to resolve your issues, and by reaching out to me, we can work together to reach this goal. All feedback left on my voicemail or email will be returned within 24 to 48 hours.
Rich Stroczynski
1 month ago
5

Hi, my name is Richard Stroczynski, and I am a patient of Stress Care in Manalapan, N.J. I suffer from Bipolar Depression and severe social anxiety disorder which sometimes makes it difficult to leave the house or attend a family function! But recently in the past few months I've been seeing a therapist at Stress Care by the name of Kathleen Ellis, and she has helped me feel better with her cognitive behavioral skills and terrific skills as a therapist. She listens to me discuss my fears in a kind and non'-judgemental manner and gives me the skills of coping with and fighting through my anxiety in a way that is comfortable for me. Thanks to Kathleen together with my Psychiatrist Dr. Sherri Nixon who also works at Stress Care and provides me with helpful medications to treat my mental illness, and who I am also grateful for her caring and helpful insight and knowledge as a practitioner, I am thankful to the both of them because they really care and take the time to "listen"! Just a few months ago I wasn't able to go anywhere with my dear wife who has stood by me through the good times and the bad for the past 25 years! Now I just might be able to take my wife out to N.Y.C. to see a play on Broadway for the first time in years. Kathleen Ellis has taught me about "gratitude" and being thankful and appreciative for all the good things in my life, and to use these skills even when I am feeling depressed and feeling a heavy sadness due to my chemical imbalance or life's stresses. I still have a long way to go, but it's a start after not being able to leave the house at one dark time in my life, and I owe a great deal of thanks to my therapist Kathleen Ellis and Doctor Sherri Nixon!

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Thank you for letting us know that you had a positive experience at Stress Care. We love to hear this! If there is anything else that I can help with, please let me know. My direct phone # is 732 523 5494 or email me at Carolyn.DeCotiis@stresscareclinic.com. Carolyn DeCotiis, Senior Clinician at Stress Care of NJ.
Embryo
1 month ago
5

Front desk is amazing

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Thank you for letting us know that you had a positive experience at Stress Care. We love to hear this! If there is anything else that I can help with, please let me know. My direct phone # is 732 523 5494 or email me at Carolyn.DeCotiis@stresscareclinic.com. Carolyn DeCotiis, Senior Clinician at Stress Care of NJ.
Mr. G
1 month ago
5

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Thank you for the 5 Star Review! We appreciate that you took the time to let us know. If there is anything else that I can help with, please let me know. My direct phone # is 732 523 5494 or email me at Carolyn.DeCotiis@stresscareclinic.com. Carolyn DeCotiis, Senior Clinician department at Stress Care of NJ.
Daniel
1 month ago
1

This place is for drug addicts and lacks support/empathy for patients with autism.

Response from the owner1 month ago
Good afternoon, my name is Carolyn, I am the Senior Clinician in the Matawan Outpatient department at Stress Care of NJ. I appreciate your feedback and I would like to talk more about your experience. When you have a moment, please call me on my direct phone # 732 523 5494 or email me at Carolyn.DeCotiis@stresscareclinic.com. My goal is to resolve your issues, and by reaching out to me, we can work together to reach this goal. All feedback left on my voicemail or email will be returned within 24 to 48 hours.
Erin Passeri
1 month ago
5

Great all around. I have my primary Dr. Connelly, my psych. Dr Mensah, and therapist MsIrfan. They're all great. Their office staff is incredibly competent, which I was having trouble finding! I liked my previous doctors, but the office staff was atrocious. I switched to stress care, now I have all 3 services under one place which makes things much easier, everyone is very helpful, accommodating and knowledgeable.

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Thank you for letting us know that you had a positive experience at Stress Care. We love to hear this! If there is anything else that I can help with, please let me know. My direct phone # is 732 523 5494 or email me at Carolyn.DeCotiis@stresscareclinic.com. Carolyn DeCotiis, Senior Clinician at Stress Care of NJ.
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