Equinox Counseling Center
Equinox Counseling Center in Albany, NY, specializes in treating alcoholism, drug addiction, dual diagnosis, and opioid addiction. With a focus on outpatient services, it incorporates innovative treatments like wilderness therapy. As part of Equinox, Inc., it aims to serve the Capital Region with comprehensive care for complex mental health issues.
The mission at Equinox Counseling Center is to heal families and end suffering through a client-first approach, fostering meaningful relationships. It is recognized by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and holds a New York state license, number 7524110A.
- Offers integrated treatment addressing mental health, substance abuse, and family dynamics.
- Specializes in wilderness therapy for youth aged 9-17.
- Provides diverse therapies including art/music and adventure therapy.
- Includes academic support and life skills development for young adults aged 18-28.
This center treats a variety of issues including chemical dependency and mental health challenges, benefiting adolescents, adults, domestic violence survivors, and elderly abuse victims.
- 17 Conditions Treated
- Insurance Accepted
- 5 Levels of Care
- Speaks English
- 27 Therapies & Programs
- Multiple Locations
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment
The inappropriate use of any drug in Albany, NY is substance abuse. This involves alcohol, medications, and illicit drugs. With a combination of physical and psychiatric therapies, drug addiction is successfully treated at Equinox Counseling Center. After Detox is complete, individuals follow-up with treatments treating the root cause of the addiction.
Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment at Equinox Counseling Center
Opioid addiction is known as a high-risk factor for future heroin addiction. Opioid withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable and lead the user to continue to use. It is recommended to receive inpatient treatment and a medically supervised detox, Equinox Counseling Center in Albany, NY offers treatment for opioids.
Levels of Care
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Detox, Drug Rehab, Inpatient, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.
Detoxification is a process that allows the patient to stop using opioids without experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms. This can be necessary for those who have been addicted for a long period of time or who are struggling with chronic pain. During this process, addicts will receive medication and psychological support from doctors and other medical professionals until they can control their cravings.
In outpatient programs at Equinox Counseling Center, the Albany resident can live with their family while continuing with their job or studies. Treatment includes educating the patient on drug abuse, medications, and counseling sessions at the individual or group level.
Treatment is just the first step to maintaining sobriety. After treatment, aftercare support at Equinox Counseling Center helps the individual adjust to a life without substances. This support may involve a sober living home in or near Albany, NY, career counseling, or educational assistance. This is when a relapse prevention plan begins to take shape.
Therapies & Programs
Individual therapy involves one on one sessions between the patient and the therapist at Equinox Counseling Center. Individual therapy provides patients with a safe environment where they can openly discuss their problems with the therapist. The patients find the therapist as a person who they can trust. It helps them to open up and discuss personal and sensitive issues, which they may not be comfortable discussing in a group setting.
Individual therapy aims to identify the core issues that would have led the patient to substance abuse and address the root cause effectively. The therapist can develop patient-specific customized solutions through individual therapy, which aids speedier recovery.
Addiction and alcoholism always harm an addict’s relationships with others and none more than relationships with a spouse or partner. Couples therapy is an essential part of restoring trust and good communication to intimate relationships harmed by addiction. Couples therapy by Equinox Counseling Center helps repair the damage done to these important relationships.
Recovery can be more effective if the entire family’s involved. Family therapy hosted by Equinox Counseling Center brings in the addict’s family to explore genetic factors. It gives loved ones the tools for dealing with addiction and its underlying mental issues. It is a recommended step in helping addicts adapt to sober living.
Trauma is one of the most common causes of psychological disorders. It’s often found in people with addiction diagnoses. Trauma therapy addresses this by examining the emotions and thoughts people have formed due to past traumas. Traumas are complex but trauma therapy can reduce their ability to contribute to addictive behaviors.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is a form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. It is designed for those who are prone to self-harm and suicidal behaviors. Equinox Counseling Center aims to help patients understand the relationship between their thoughts, feeling and behaviors and it gives them the tools to make a change. It is effective for those whose addictions and behaviors stem from extreme mental health issues.
A 12-Step Program is a common method that is used to treat addiction. This format is used for both drug and alcohol treatment. It is extremely popular and successful for large numbers of people and the staff at Equinox Counseling Center are trained to assist in 12-step management.
Patient Experience
Experiential Therapy at Equinox Counseling Center
Experiential therapy involves recreating or creating new experiences for the patient. Many people struggled with past issues such as memories or trauma. By creating a new experience, it allows people to work through the issues associated with those moments in a new experience. This can give them a new measure of control and can help them role play a new scenario. That can help push addiction into their past and help them begin the healing process.
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Location & Contact
95 Central Avenue
Albany, NY 12206
Phone Number
(518) 434-6135
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Albany, New York Addiction and Treatment
More than 2 million New Yorkers are currently suffering from some type of substance abuse and many of those are minors. Alcohol abuse, in particular, is prevalent among those underage. As a result of the high prices and regulation of prescription drugs, many New Yorkers turn to heroin instead. This has led to a serious heroin epidemic in the state.
Albany, the capital of New York, boasts a rich Dutch heritage and offers a variety of outdoor activities, arts, and entertainment. The city's vibrant arts scene includes venues like the Palace Theatre and the Albany Institute of History & Art. Opioid overdose deaths in New York State increased by 125.7% from 2018 to 2021, and Albany County had a higher rate of opioid overdose visits compared to other counties in the state.
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