BlueCrest Counseling Center

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Substance Use and Mental Health

Treatment Focus

This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions. You'll receive individualized care catered to your unique situation and diagnosis, learn practical skills for recovery, and make new connections in a restorative environment.

Outpatient

Primary Level of Care

Outpatient treatment offers flexible therapeutic and medical care without the need to stay overnight in a hospital or inpatient facility. Some centers offer intensive outpatient program (IOP), which falls between inpatient care and traditional outpatient service.

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Insurance

Provider's Policy

We understand that cost is a factor when seeking addiction treatment. Our team is available 24/7 to assist you in understanding your options and navigating the insurance process. At BlueCrest Detox and Residential Treatment Center, our goal is to ensure that anyone needing addiction treatment can get help. We accept various insurances and will work with you to maximize your coverage and minimize your out-of-pocket expenses for treatment.

Finding a place that understands the weight of mental health struggles or process addictions can feel like a relief. BlueCrest Counseling offers a small, intimate rehab setting so that every person gets the focused, one-on-one attention they deserve. They provide a full range of support, from intensive partial care (PHP) to flexible intensive outpatient (IOP) programs, alongside comfortable housing for those who need a stable place to land.

Trade Survival Mode for a Fulfilling Life

At BlueCrest Counseling, healing is treated as a journey that addresses the mind, body, and spirit all at once. Their team combines deep, evidence-based clinical individual and group therapy, including specialized tools like EMDR, to help clients untangle the root causes of their mental health struggles. This intensive work is balanced with holistic practices like yoga and meditation, which help people reconnect with their bodies and find a sense of calm.

Feel at Home while Doing the Hard Work

The center in New Providence has a warmth to it that helps people relax as soon as they walk through the door. Between sessions, clients can grab a coffee or unwind in lounge areas. Every spot, from the common rooms to the quiet group spaces, is set up to make everyone feel respected and safe while they focus on their progress.

Keep the Momentum of Healing Going

BlueCrest’s outpatient program acts as a flexible safety net, letting people manage work and family while staying plugged into a community that supports their healing. Clients can move from partial care into outpatient care to keep learning new coping skills, with professional support there to help smooth out any bumps.

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Highlights from the Center

Highlights

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  • Insurance Accepted

  • Perfect for Professionals

  • Licensed for Both Addiction & Mental Health

  • Utmost Confidentiality

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
571 Central Ave, New Providence, NJ 07974 View Map
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Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions....

Treatment Focus

This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions. You'll receive individualized care catered to your unique situation and diagnosis, learn practical skills for recovery, and make new connections in a restorative environment.

Typical Program Length
30+ days
Founded in 2023
3 years in business
Conditions We Treat
ADHD, ADD, Anger, Anxiety, Bipolar +12 More
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Benzodiazepines, Chronic Relapse, Co-Occurring Disorders +10 More
Testimonial
Bluecrest counseling has been a life changing experience. The team is kind, thoughtful and compassionate. They genuinely care about their patients and it shows in the programming and treatment. I can’t speak highly enough of my time there.
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How to pay

Insurance Accepted

BlueCross BlueShield
United Healthcare
Aetna
Cigna
Anthem
Highmark
Optum
Carelon Behavioral Health
CareFirst
Provider's Policy: We understand that cost is a factor when seeking addiction treatment. Our team is available 24/7 to assist you in understanding your options and navigating the insurance process. At BlueCrest Detox and Residential Treatment Center, our goal is to ensure that anyone needing addiction treatment can get help. We accept various insurances and will work with you to maximize your coverage and minimize your out-of-pocket expenses for treatment.
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Cash Pay Rates

Estimated Cash Pay Rate

Center pricing can vary based on program and length of stay. Contact the center for more information. Recovery.com strives for price transparency so you can make an informed decision.

If you are not using insurance, the pricing listed below is an estimate of the cash pay rate.
30 days
$31,500
(888) 448-5469
Find a Sense of Safety that Lasts
Find a Sense of Safety that Lasts
Healing from past trauma is exhausting, but BlueCrest Counseling makes sure nobody has to carry that weight alone. Their team looks at the whole person to help untangle why traumatic memories feel so heavy. They use practical tools to help people find the sense of safety that trauma can take away.
Reclaim Control of One’s Habits
Reclaim Control of One’s Habits
Breaking a cycle of habits like shopping or gambling is tough but BlueCrest Counseling looks past the behavior to the person underneath. Their team dives into the stress or wounds driving those urges, replacing them with healthy coping tools. They blend personal guidance with a non-judgemental community so clients can move forward.
Master Healthy Communication as a Family Unit
Master Healthy Communication as a Family Unit
BlueCrest makes space for families in the healing process. Every Wednesday, the doors open (both physically and virtually) to help families find their footing together. These sessions are spaces where moms, dads, and kids can finally talk, listen, and start rebuilding the trust that might have been lost. While always optional, involving one’s inner circle provides a boost to long-term success.
Keep a Daytime Routine while Building a Sober Future
Keep a Daytime Routine while Building a Sober Future
BlueCrest’s evening IOP is designed specifically for the parents who won't miss bedtime, the professionals protecting their careers, and the students staying on track. Instead of disappearing for weeks, clients get clinical support at night and head back to their world the next morning. This program teaches them to handle real-life stress as it happens and create a meaningful life.

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Joint Commission Accredited

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Licensed by New Jersey

Licensed by New Jersey

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Staff

Meet Your Care Team

Richard S. Hession

Richard S. Hession

CEO, Interventionist, Co-Founder

Joe Governara

Joe Governara

COO, Co-Founder

Linda LiCalsi

Linda LiCalsi

CFO

MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT

Supportive Medication for Recovery

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is an evidence-based approach that pairs FDA-approved medications with counseling to treat addiction. The medications are used to reduce cravings, ease withdrawal symptoms, or block the effects of substances. More about MAT

Methadone

(Dolophine®, Methadose®)
Reduces opioid cravings
Not Available

Naltrexone

(Vivitrol®, Revia®)
Blocks opioid effects
Available

Buprenorphine

(Suboxone®, Subutex®, Sublocade®, Zubsolv®)
Eases opioid withdrawal
Not Available

This center accepts patients receiving MAT prescribed elsewhere for opioid use disorder, but does not provide MAT.

Note: Treatment centers offer different forms of MAT—such as oral tablets, dissolvable films, or monthly injections—and their policies can vary based on state regulations, provider preferences, and insurance coverage. Because of these differences, it's best to contact the center directly to learn what options are available and what might be right for your situation.

Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Day Treatment

Day Treatment

Also commonly called PHP, patients may live at home or in a recovery residence while following an intensive treatment program. Most have a weekly schedule of M–F and 4 to 6 hours per day.

Personality Disorders

Personality Disorders

Personality disorders destabilize the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves. If untreated, they can undermine relationships and lead to severe distress.

Anxiety

Anxiety

Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.

Bipolar

Bipolar

This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.

Depression

Depression

Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.

Intensive Outpatient Program

Intensive Outpatient Program

In an IOP, patients live at home or a sober living, but attend treatment typically 9-15 hours a week. Most programs include talk therapy, support groups, and other methods.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

PTSD is a long-term mental health issue caused by a disturbing event or events. Symptoms include anxiety, dissociation, flashbacks, and intrusive thoughts.

Trauma

Trauma

Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Men and Women

Men and Women

Men and women attend treatment for addiction in a co-ed setting, going to therapy groups together to share experiences, struggles, and successes.

Treatment Services

Accepts Patients with Prescribed Medications for Alcohol Use Disorder

Accepts Patients with Prescribed Medications for Alcohol Use Disorder

The provider accepts patients with prescribed medications for addiction treatment, also known as Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), for alcohol use.

Accepts Patients with Prescribed Medications for Opioid Use Disorder

Accepts Patients with Prescribed Medications for Opioid Use Disorder

The provider accepts patients with prescribed medications for addiction treatment, also known as Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), for opioid use.

Day Treatment

Day Treatment

Also commonly called PHP, patients may live at home or in a recovery residence while following an intensive treatment program. Most have a weekly schedule of M–F and 4 to 6 hours per day.

Intensive Outpatient Program

Intensive Outpatient Program

In an IOP, patients live at home or a sober living, but attend treatment typically 9-15 hours a week. Most programs include talk therapy, support groups, and other methods.

Licensed Primary Mental Health

Licensed Primary Mental Health

Some primary care providers offer mental health diagnosis and treatment. This can prevent patients from developing more serious conditions.

Outpatient

Outpatient

During outpatient rehab, patients attend a structured treatment program while continuing to live at home.

Outpatient Therapy
Prescribes Medications for Alcohol Use Disorder

Prescribes Medications for Alcohol Use Disorder

The provider prescribes medications for addiction treatment, also known as Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), for alcohol use.

Prescribes Medications for Opioid Use Disorder

Prescribes Medications for Opioid Use Disorder

The provider prescribes medications for addiction treatment, also known as Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), for opioid use.

Approaches

Evidence-Based

Evidence-Based

A combination of scientifically rooted therapies and treatments make up evidence-based care, defined by their measured and proven results.

Family Involvement

Family Involvement

Providers involve family in the treatment of their loved one through family therapy, visits, or both–because addiction is a family disease.

Holistic

Holistic

A non-medicinal, wellness-focused approach that aims to align the mind, body, and spirit for deep and lasting healing.

Personalized Treatment

Personalized Treatment

The specific needs, histories, and conditions of individual patients receive personalized, highly relevant care throughout their recovery journey.

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling

1-on-1 Counseling

Patient and therapist meet 1-on-1 to work through difficult emotions and behavioral challenges in a personal, private setting.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Family Therapy

Family Therapy

Family therapy addresses group dynamics within a family system, with a focus on improving communication and interrupting unhealthy relationship patterns.

Group Therapy
Life Skills

Life Skills

Teaching life skills like cooking, cleaning, clear communication, and even basic math provides a strong foundation for continued recovery.

Medication-Assisted Treatment

Medication-Assisted Treatment

Combined with behavioral therapy, prescribed medications can enhance treatment by relieving withdrawal symptoms and focus patients on their recovery.

Meditation & Mindfulness

Meditation & Mindfulness

A practiced state of mind that brings patients to the present. It allows them to become fully aware of themselves, their feelings, and the present moment.

Motivational Interviewing

Motivational Interviewing

Based on the idea that motivation to change comes from within, providers use a conversational framework to discover personalized methods for change.

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

ADHD, ADD

ADHD, ADD

ADHD is a common mental health condition caused by dopamine imbalance. Common symptoms include inattention, hyperactivitiy, and impulsivity.

Anger

Anger

Although anger itself isn't a disorder, it can get out of hand. If this feeling interferes with your relationships and daily functioning, treatment can help.

Anxiety

Anxiety

Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.

Bipolar

Bipolar

This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.

Burnout

Burnout

Burnout entails mental and physical exhaustion, and leads to a severe lack of fulfillment. This condition is often caused by overwork.

Codependency

Codependency

Codependency is a pattern of emotional dependence and controlling behavior. It's most common among people with addicted loved ones.

Depression

Depression

Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.

Grief and Loss

Grief and Loss

Grief is a natural reaction to loss, but severe grief can interfere with your ability to function. You can get treatment for this condition.

Internet Addiction

Internet Addiction

Internet addiction is common among children teens. This compulsive disorder can damage relationships, school performance, sleep habits, and physical health.

Substances We Treat

Alcohol

Alcohol

Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines are prescribed to treat anxiety and sleep issues. They are highly habit forming, and their abuse can cause mood changes and poor judgement.

Chronic Relapse

Chronic Relapse

Consistent relapse occurs repeatedly, after partial recovery from addiction. This condition requires long-term treatment.

Co-Occurring Disorders

Co-Occurring Disorders

A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.

Cocaine

Cocaine

Cocaine is a stimulant with euphoric effects. Agitation, muscle ticks, psychosis, and heart issues are common symptoms of cocaine abuse.

Drug Addiction

Drug Addiction

Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.

Ecstasy

Ecstasy

Ecstasy is a stimulant that causes intense euphoria and heightened awareness. Abuse of this drug can trigger depression, insomnia, and memory problems.

Heroin

Heroin

Heroin is a highly addictive and illegal opioid. It can cause insomnia, collapsed veins, heart issues, and additional mental health issues.

Ketamine

Aftercare

Relapse Prevention Planning
Alumni Events & Get-Togethers
Follow-up Sessions (in-person)
Professional Re-entry Support
Employment Counseling
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Personal Amenities

Allow Cell Phones

Special Considerations

Family Program

Activities

Yoga

Yoga

Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.

Smoking and Vaping Policy

Smoking Allowed in Designated Areas
Vaping Allowed in Designated Areas
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

While costs may vary due to program length and insurance benefits, it typically costs $31,500/30 days.
The following therapies are included: stress management, group therapy and more.
New Providence, New Jersey, United States.
We understand that cost is a factor when seeking addiction treatment. Our team is available 24/7 to assist you in understanding your options and navigating the insurance process. At BlueCrest Detox and Residential Treatment Center, our goal is to ensure that anyone needing addiction treatment can get help. We accept various insurances and will work with you to maximize your coverage and minimize your out-of-pocket expenses for treatment.
The typical length is 30+ days.
BlueCrest Counseling Center provides day treatment, intensive outpatient program and more.