Catholic Charities (NJ)

Catholic Charities Diocese of Metuchen 288 Rues Ln East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Catholic Charities, in East Brunswick, is dedicated to providing a broad range of services, from detoxification to mental health treatment, and care for co-occurring disorders. They are committed to helping adults, children/adolescents, and seniors navigate their recovery journey by providing a detoxification program, mental health therapy, and comprehensive care for those with co-occurring disorders. They offer a variety of payment methods including county or local government funds, medicare, medicaid, private health insurance, state corrections or juvenile justice funds, cash or self-payment, state-financed health insurance plan other than medicaid, state mental health agency (or equivalent) funds, and state welfare or child and family services funds for their services. The staff at Catholic Charities is dedicated to providing expert care in a supportive environment.

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A drug treatment facility provides an array of crucial services, including inpatient and outpatient treatment, substance use treatment, detoxification, and mental health support. The inpatient and outpatient programs offer structured therapy sessions and recovery guidance, catering to varying patient needs. Substance use treatment addresses specific drug dependencies, facilitating a safer path towards sobriety. Detoxification services aid in the physical cleansing of harmful substances, while mental health support ensures holistic recovery, helping individuals cope with psychological challenges accompanying addiction.

Type of Care: Substance use treatment; Mental health treatment; Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults / serious emotional disturbance in children

Facility Operation (e.g., Private, Public): Private non-profit organization

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted: County or local government funds; Medicare; Medicaid; Private health insurance; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; State welfare or child and family services funds

Payment Assistance Available: Payment assistance (check with facility for details); Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)

Special Programs/Groups Offered: Young adults; Seniors or older adults; Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders; Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence; Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED); Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)

Testing: Metabolic syndrome monitoring

Recovery Support Services: Mentoring/peer support

Service Setting (Outpatient, Inpatient, etc.): Outpatient

Age Groups Accepted: Adults; Children/adolescents; Seniors

Language Services: Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing; Spanish; Other languages (excluding Spanish)

Facility Type: Community mental health center

Other Languages: Polish

Facility Vaping Policy: Vaping permitted in designated area

Ancillary Services: Assertive community treatment; Court-ordered outpatient treatment; Illness management and recovery; Psychosocial rehabilitation services; Vocational rehabilitation services; Case management service

Pharmacotherapies: Haloperidol; Clozapine; Olanzapine; Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination; Quetiapine; Risperidone; Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI

Treatment Approaches: Cognitive behavioral therapy; Couples/family therapy; Dialectical behavior therapy; Group therapy; Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment; Individual psychotherapy; Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

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Haloperidol

More effective at treating positive symptoms of schizophrenia, such as hallucinations and delusions, but may also have a higher risk of causing adverse effects, Haloperidol is considered a high-potency antipsychotic drug used to treat psychotic disorders. Haloperidol is typically prescribed at a lower dose than Fluphenazine due to its higher potency.

Clozapine

A medication that also belongs to the class of drugs known as atypical antipsychotics and maybe used may be used as a treatment option in Catholic Charities for individuals with treatment-resistant schizophrenia, or those who have not responded well to other antipsychotic medications in a drug treatment facility.

Olanzapine

Olanzapine, an atypical antipsychotic, is primarily prescribed for the treatment of bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. It can be used for both long-term maintenance and new-onset disease in schizophrenia, and can be administered orally or via intramuscular injection.

Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination

Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination is a medication that is prescribed for the treatment of depressive episodes associated with bipolar I disorder, as well as treatment-resistant depression in adults. It is a combination of two active ingredients, olanzapine and fluoxetine, that work by modulating the activity of neurotransmitters in the brain. This medication is typically used when other antidepressant medications have been found to be ineffective.

Quetiapine

An atypical antipsychotics used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder by reducing the symptoms of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder, such as hallucinations, delusions, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. Aunique aspect of Quetiapine is that it has been associated with a relatively lower risk of extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) compared to some other antipsychotics. EPS are a set of movement disorders that can occur with the use of antipsychotic medications, and can include symptoms such as tremors, muscle stiffness, and involuntary movements. While Quetiapine may still cause EPS in some individuals, it is generally considered to have a lower risk of these symptoms compared to other antipsychotics.

Risperidone

Risperidone also an atypical antipsychotics thats used in the treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and irritability associated with autism, may differ from similar medications in its class because its able to be administered via a long-acting injection that is given every two weeks. This can be particularly helpful for individuals who have difficulty adhering to a medication regimen, as it ensures that the medication is consistently delivered to the body.

Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI

A multi-disciplinary clinical team approach helps individuals with serious mental illness to live in the community by offering 24-hour intensive services within their natural surroundings.

Cognitive behavioral therapy

Refers to a form of therapy that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns. Clients work with a therapist, either individually, in a family setting, or in a group setting, to identify and replace unproductive thoughts with more positive and realistic ones. The client is encouraged to be an active participant in the therapy process.

Couples/family therapy

Involves group sessions with a therapist at Catholic Charities who facilitates discussions and problem-solving activities to enhance the understanding between couples and family members and improve their relationships. This type of therapy addresses problematic behaviors that could contribute to serious mental health issues. Family therapy also provides education about mental illness, and teaches coping skills for dealing with the challenges of having a family member with a mental illness, such as managing feelings of anger or guilt.

Dialectical behavior therapy

A type of therapy that combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with acceptance and mindfulness strategies, with the goal of helping individuals address multiple disorders. DBT has five components, including skills training, individualized treatment plans, access to therapists beyond the clinical setting, reinforcement of adaptive behaviors, and therapist team consultation. The therapy seeks to balance behavioral change, problem-solving, and emotional regulation with validation, mindfulness, and acceptance.

Group therapy

Involves small groups, typically consisting of 4 to 12 individuals who share similar challenges, meeting regularly with a therapist at Catholic Charities. The therapist leverages the emotional interactions within the group to provide relief from distress and potentially modify the behavior of the group members.

Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment

A treatment approach that addresses both mental illness and substance abuse simultaneously, offered by a single clinician or treatment team. This long-term, community-focused program uses specialized counseling specifically designed for individuals with co-occurring disorders.

Individual psychotherapy

Focuses on addressing a patient's current life and relationships within their family, social, and work environment through one-on-one therapy sessions. The aim is to identify and resolve issues with a deeper understanding, and also to build upon the patient's strengths.

Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

The use of telecommunication technology at Catholic Charities that enables healthcare providers to connect with patients remotely, diagnose conditions, offer treatment, and collaborate with other providers to deliver quality healthcare services is known as telemedicine, teletherapy, telepsychiatry, or e-psychiatry. The facility maf offer it as an option for individuals not located in East Brunswick.

*The source of the presented data is SAMHSA, (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration).

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