The Bridge – Outpatient

New York City, New York

248 West 108th Street
New York, NY 10025

(212) 663-3000
3.3 (24 reviews)

About The Bridge – Outpatient

The Bridge is an outpatient program in New York City, New York. They provide adults and seniors with highly trained staff to help you overcome addiction and manage co-occurring mental health conditions. You work directly with a caring staff member to develop a structured plan tailored to meet your needs.

The outpatient program includes mental health treatment and rehab services. There are personalized recovery-oriented services that can include arts and horticulture therapy. You’ll be able to express yourself and find healthier ways to cope with frustrations rather than turning to drugs. You’re paired one on one with a professional staff member who helps you learn basic living skills and apply coping strategies for your mental health barriers.

Their substance use treatment program uses a harm reduction perspective to promote personal growth, and self-reliance. That way, you can better transition into your community as you progress and graduate from the program.

They also offer supportive housing and provide you with the tools you need to pursue a meaningful life. They were founded in 1954 by former long-term residents of a psychiatric hospital. Today, they provide housing and behavioral health services to over 4,000 people every year.

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  • medicaid iconMedicaid
  • financial-aid iconFinancial aid
  • medicare iconMedicare
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Medical briefcase icon Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient

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.

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.

aftercare iconAftercare Support

Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).

User icon Programs

adult-program iconAdult program

elderly iconElderly program

hiv iconHIV/AIDS program

lgbtq iconLGBTQ program

men iconProgram for men

women iconProgram for women

young-adult iconYoung adult program

House check icon Settings & Amenities

  • metro-city iconMetropolitan area

Heart icon Treatment

alcohol iconAlcoholism

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.

drugs iconDrug Addiction

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.

check iconDual Diagnosis

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 iconMental Health and Substance Abuse

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.

opium iconOpioid Addiction

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.

Hand holding medical sign icon Clinical Services

shield-check iconAssertive Community Treatment

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is a structured way of helping those with major mental illnesses and/or substance abuse by bringing services directly to the patient in home. Instead of hospitalization or an outpatient program, staff members like social workers, psychiatrists, and counselors come directly to the patient’s house for treatment. ACT is used primarily for those with severe and persistent mental illness like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, some of whom also contend with substance abuse. ACT can be short- or long-term (months to years), and provides the same multidisciplinary, 24/7 staffing of a psychiatric unit, but in the comfort of the patient's own home and/or community.

inpatient-file iconCognitive Behavioral Therapy

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.

art-brush iconCreative Arts Therapy

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 iconDialectical Behavior Therapy

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.

medical-detox iconExperiential Therapy

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

family iconFamily Therapy

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.

intervention iconGroup Therapy

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.

mental-health iconIndividual Therapy

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 iconLife Skills

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.

nicotine iconNicotine Replacement Therapy

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

recreational-therapy iconRecreational Therapy

Recreational therapy (aka therapeutic recreation) uses creative and fun activities to help with addiction recovery. Recreational therapists lead patients in entertaining and engaging activities like sports or games; art (drawing, painting, sculpture); drama, music, and dance; and/or community outings (field trips) to improve patients' physical, social, and emotional well-being.

house-medical iconTrauma Therapy

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.

Check icon Accreditations

SAMHSA

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.

SAMHSA Listed: Yes

State License

State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.

State License: New York
License Number: 18130

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248 West 108th Street
New York, NY 10025

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3.3 (24 reviews)
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Skittles
2 months ago
1

I was recommended to apply with the bridge as an employee. I was told that I should be hired because of my background but I knew that my background wouldn t be a match for the position but I went along anyways. However, before the interview I spoke to Alicedes Torres and he was sweet as pie over the phone but he lied on me saying I didn t want the job. I don t work with dishonest people andI m glad I didn t go forward with the job. From all the ugly reviews I read I now realize it wasn t meant to be. Also, former employees that I met has quit due to the many aggravations they were going thru.

Exsadriaun Artis
3 months ago
1

Racist Staff Most likely preconceived notions and will definitely treat you less than your worth

J Hrrs
5 months ago
1

Terrible. 2.5 years with court order, pill dispensing, no social services, no CITY FEPS no coordination repeated errors and discrimination, inexperienced staff. Should be refunded as a wholly useless entity

Meghan Gilson
8 months ago
1

Angela Jones
1 year ago
5

Claudette Brown
1 year ago
5

Hurt People , Hurt People . I needed a free therapist and was able to have 5 intake sessions with a pleasant young woman. I benefited from these sessions as it is always rewarding when we analyze and acknowledge what is going on in our lives. So much was happening for me and I was not able to attend all the assigned sessions. Management was not able to communicate in a responsible or mature manner; I wonder maybe they too are prior clients who have graduated but do not have a total grip on their situation and sometimes need help themselves. My very pleasant intake person became insensitive, cold, passive aggressive and quite non communicative. I lead the conversation and realized that I was being expelled . I really don t know the reason as I do believe she has her own issues and the Leadership is not of a strong foundation with knowledge of servicing a diverse clientele. Such a shame because this has the potential to be a top notch program in a great community. I only wish I was able to find an experienced, strong, qualified leadership that is familiar with diversity and respect. I was feeling hurt as this was the second time I had to deal with leadership s lack of sensitivity. It should not be just a JOB when people come to you for help. Fix the structure of this place.

Mirlene Louis
2 years ago
1

The people who do the intake are horrible people. They make seem like they feel bad for and they don't. Just cause someone us related to me they denied my intake and said I can't be in the program. Some people just like a to you. Instead of then calling when they found the answer , they made upu waste your time coming to the program.

R.Thompson Thompson
3 years ago
1

This is not a reputable organization. While everyone was showing their appreciation for essential frontline workers, management here at the Bridge were cursing at us, several workers had things thrown at them, we are forced to work in bedbug infested conditions and there are roaches everywhere. The pay does not reflect the amount of work we are given and all the things we are responsible for. Minimum wage for an unlimited amount of work. During the pandemic there were times we had no cleaning supplies, mask or hand sanitizer. They put us in danger while they worked from home. Residence counselors are often left to work alone while providing coverage for an entire facility without any extra pay. We have to run groups, enter notes, do building checks, answer the phones, make appointments, follow up with providers, monitor medication, deal with violent behaviors, do apartment inspections, and SO MUCH MORE ALL FOR MINIMUM WAGE.

Shannon
3 years ago
1

Beware! This is a horrible company to work for. They pay minimum wage but want you to deal with extremely violent clients. Staff have needed to go to the hospital because they were so badly beaten. Staff gets blamed for everything. The company doesn't appreciate the workers who are actually working with these difficult clients. The pay is way to low for everything they want staff to do. I use to work at target doing much less and making more money. The money goes straight into managments pocket. The CEO Susan Wiviott refuses to pay a liveable wage to workers and Anthea Sutherland the HR Director justifies management disrespecting workers. Not worth the low pay.

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3 years ago
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Marcella Vera
4 years ago
1

I wanted to schedule an appointment with Pamela and as soon as I dialed 1 to make an appointment due to my anxiety and panic attacks I got sent straight to voicemail and was told the mailbox is full. This is unfair and in a time like this these clinics should be helping us!

Samuel Jackson
5 years ago
5

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