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A New Beginning Is Possible Right Here in East Brunswick
At SOBA New Jersey’s East Brunswick location, we understand that recovery is possible for anyone. With our individualized treatment plans, our patient-focused treatment team, and the right type of care, you too can work towards a fulfilling life in recovery. Whether you or a loved one is struggling with a drug or substance use disorder or co-occurring mental health disorders, our Middlesex County treatment center is here to give you support in taking the first step towards a healthier life.
At SOBA New Jersey, we treat our patients as individuals rather than with a standardized treatment plan, developing an individualized treatment plan based on your needs — not a cookie-cutter solution. Our team walks you through the entire continuum of care from detox to aftercare and provides you with comprehensive treatment of the whole person — physically, psychologically, and spiritually.
Areas we Serve
Find Us in East Brunswick, Middlesex County
Addiction Is Close to Home. So Is the Help You Need
The addiction crisis has been devastating to Middlesex County and throughout the state. Individuals and families across East Brunswick and surrounding communities are suffering from substance use disorders, regardless of demographics, background, or circumstance. In our region, opioid overdose rates, alcohol use, and co-occurring mental health disorders are among the most significant public health threats facing us today.
Fortunately, many people have been able to recover with treatment. Research shows that people who participate in structured evidence-based treatment can reduce or stop substance use, prevent relapse, and improve their overall quality of life.[1] At SOBA New Jersey, we take pride in being a trusted rehabilitation provider in Middlesex County and New Brunswick, offering hope and holistic healing in your community.
The addiction crisis is real, and it’s closer to home than you may realize:
- 5,869 Middlesex County residents entered treatment for substance use disorders in 2022, and alcohol and heroin accounted for 76% of all admissions.
- Though deaths from drug overdose have declined recently, the state still sees thousands of overdose deaths each year.
- Approximately 1 in 12 New Jersey adults meets the criteria for a substance use disorder, yet nearly two-thirds do not receive treatment.
5,869 Middlesex County residents entered treatment for substance use disorders in 2022, and alcohol and heroin accounted for 76% of all admissions.[2]
Though deaths from drug overdose have declined recently, the state still sees thousands of overdose deaths each year.[3]
Approximately 1 in 12 New Jersey adults meets the criteria for a substance use disorder, yet nearly two-thirds do not receive treatment.[4]
Whole-Person Healing: Our Approach to Treatment
At SOBA’s East Brunswick campus, we treat a variety of conditions, including:
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Alcohol use disorder
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Opioid and heroin dependence
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Prescription drug misuse
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Stimulant and cocaine addiction
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Benzodiazepine dependence
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Co-occurring mental health disorders, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Our holistic treatment paradigm emphasizes more than just symptom management. Every client's individualized treatment plan is collaboratively developed among the treatment team and client and includes evidence-based therapies, wellness programs, and peer support to provide a truly integrated and continuous approach to effective treatment. We understand that recovery is not the same for everyone. That is why individualized treatment is the core of what we do.
We Work With Your Insurance So You Can Focus on Recovery
SOBA New Jersey works with nearly all major insurance companies to make quality addiction treatment accessible to you. Our admissions team will verify your benefits quickly and help you understand your options at no cost to you.
Licensed, Accredited, and Committed to the Highest Standards of Care
Selecting a treatment center is one of the most important decisions you or a loved one will ever make. SOBA is fully licensed, accredited, and meets rigorous standards outlined by nationally recognized healthcare and behavioral health organizations. All of our accreditations demonstrate our commitment to providing safe, ethical, and effective addiction treatment services.
What Sets SOBA New Jersey Apart From Other Rehab Centers?
The state is home to many treatment centers. However, SOBA NJ offers something different because we provide you with a truly unique, individualized, and clinically excellent experience. Families throughout Middlesex County and beyond choose us because:
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Individualized Care Plan: We create an individualized care plan built specifically around your unique history, needs, and goals
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Continuum of Care: We offer a full continuum of care, including medical detox, residential treatment, partial hospitalization program, intensive outpatient program, outpatient program, and sober living
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Addiction & Mental Health: We treat both addiction and mental health at the same time
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Multidisciplinary: We have a compassionate, skilled, multidisciplinary clinical team with deep roots in the state
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Alumni Community: We have a strong alumni community and aftercare services for long-term recovery success
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24/7 Insurance Verification: We have seamless, 24/7 insurance verification and admissions support available
A Full Continuum of Care for Your Entire Recovery Journey
At SOBA, we offer a number of different ways for you to get treatment and achieve recovery. Everyone comes into the process with their own unique circumstances. We have developed levels of care that are specifically designed to give you the best chance of completing your recovery journey.
Medical Detox
The first step for many people in their recovery journey is to safely detox from the substance they were using. Our detox program is offered 24 hours a day and will be set up for you to feel comfortable as your body cleanses itself. Our trained staff will monitor and treat you throughout the process with clinical support, medications to alleviate withdrawal symptoms such as discomfort, nausea, and anxiety, and will physically and mentally prepare you to start the therapy portion of your total program. Although detox is not a standalone treatment program, it is the foundation on which all other aspects of your program will be built.
Residential Treatment
During your stay in our residential program, you will receive 24-hour clinical support in a therapeutic setting away from the stressors and triggers of the outside world. While you are a resident, you will participate in individual and group therapy, skill-building programs, and activities that contribute to holistic wellness as part of a supportive community of others in recovery. The goal of residential treatment is to help you make a dramatic and lasting change in a setting that makes your healing the only priority.
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
PHP provides the benefits of an inpatient treatment program without requiring an overnight stay. During the day, clients will have access to clinical support through structured programming, including group therapy, psychoeducation, and group wellness activities. At night, the client will return to their home or sober living setting. PHP is ideal for those stepping down from residential treatment or for those who need an increased level of clinical support while still living at home.
Intensive Outpatient Program
Our IOP program was designed to provide clients with more flexible yet structured and meaningful clinical support. Clients continue to receive extensive clinical care 3 to 5 times per week through group therapy, individual counseling, and skill development, while still being free to fulfill work, school, and family responsibilities. IOP is best for clients transitioning from PHP or who have extensive clinical support needs but don't require residential care.
Outpatient Program (OP)
The outpatient program provides ongoing support to clients who have established a foundation of recovery and are ready to continue receiving support at a reduced frequency. The primary focus of OP sessions is to develop and maintain coping skills, prevent relapse, explore any continuing challenges, and prepare for long-term independent living. Clients in OP will continue to build a therapeutic relationship with their treatment team and stay connected to their recovery community during this major transition.
Sober Living
Even after an inpatient treatment program is completed, recovery does not stop. Sober living homes provide a safe, structured, and sober environment for clients to implement what they've learned from their treatment program and rebuild their independence. The combination of house rules, peer accountability, and ongoing support provides a safety net for the transition from intensive treatment to fully assuming the responsibilities of daily living in recovery.
Evidence-Based and Holistic Therapies That Support Lasting Recovery
Our clinical teams incorporate various therapeutic approaches into each individualized care plan, including:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Identifying and changing negative thinking patterns that contribute to drug and alcohol use
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Developing emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Developing psychological flexibility and value-based action in recovery
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy
Trauma-focused therapy to help process trauma and heal underlying wounds
Mindfulness-Based Practices
Stress-reduction and relapse prevention tools based on present-moment awareness
Adventure Therapy
Outdoor, experiential, and adventure-based activities to build confidence and resilience
Family Programs
Healing relationships and building a strong support system for long-term recovery success
Nutrition and Wellness Programs
Rebuilding physical health through healthy eating, nutrition education, and lifestyle change
Seeking Safety
Evidence-based therapy for people struggling with both trauma and substance use
SMART Recovery Program
A science-based, self-empowerment alternative to the traditional 12-step program
SuperHealth
An integrative wellness program that focuses on recovery of the entire person: mind, body, and spirit
Voices of Recovery: What Our Alumni Are Saying
Read and hear directly from people who walked through our doors and are now living fulfilling lives without drugs or alcohol.
Meet the Team Behind Your Care
At SOBA New Jersey's East Brunswick facility, our dedicated medical team is here to support your recovery.
Dr. Jeffery Berman, MD
Medical Director
Brian Chasin
CFO
Philip Chasin
CEO
Melissa Miller MA, LPC, LCADC, ACS, CCS, NCC
Administrator/ Clinical Director of Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service
Philip Vitarelli
Inpatient Clinician
Denise Johnson
Director of Nursing Designee
Michael Costagliola
Director of Client Outcomes
Samantha Frey
Inpatient Clinician
Anna Barbara Finch
Operations Coordinator
Dr. Carolina Estevez Psy.D.
Psychologist
Brett Dunoff
Director of Nursing
David Martin
CADC Intern, Inpatient Clinician
Nadia Ghnaim
Primary Therapist
Vincent Baker
Director of Admissions
We're Here When You're Ready
If you or someone you love is thinking about looking for help with addiction or co-occurring mental health conditions, help is available, and it’s only a phone call away. Our treatment center in East Brunswick provides effective clinical care, support, and a compassionate belief that you will achieve long-term success in recovery.
Whether you're seeking help for the first time or looking for a fresh start, our admissions team is available around the clock to answer your questions and guide you through every step of the process.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our East Brunswick Treatment Center
SOBA offers treatment options for many types of substance use disorders, including alcohol dependence, opioid addiction such as heroin, misuse of prescription medications, stimulant use, and benzodiazepine dependence, along with dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring disorders such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma.
SOBA provides a full continuum of care, including medically supervised detoxification, inpatient (residential) treatment, Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), standard outpatient services, and sober living. Your individualized treatment plan, based on a clinical assessment, will determine where you begin receiving care.
The East Brunswick center at 104 Bayard Street is located in Middlesex County and is conveniently close to New Brunswick, Old Bridge, Metuchen, Matawan, Somerset, and all of central New Jersey.
Yes. Both IOP and standard outpatient treatment programs are available for people who need flexible, in-person treatment options. These programs are best suited for someone who has completed a higher level of care or has ongoing responsibilities that do not allow for full-time residential treatment.
Aftercare is extremely important to achieving lasting recovery. Upon completion of treatment, patients will receive a comprehensive aftercare plan that may include referrals for sober living, ongoing outpatient therapy, alumni programming, and community-based support resources to assist with long-term wellness.
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Finding help for addiction can feel overwhelming, but immediate support is available 24/7 through a network of emergency resources. The state offers comprehensive crisis services, including options for detox, overdose, and admission to treatment.