OASAS - John Norris Addiction Treatment Center
The John L. Norris Addiction Treatment Center, located in Rochester, NY, is a 44-bed inpatient facility operated by the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS). It specializes in comprehensive treatment for substance use disorders and gambling addiction, particularly for individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders.
Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), the Norris Center emphasizes stability, motivation for change, and long-term recovery strategies. Its mission focuses on providing effective treatment and support for individuals struggling with addictions.
- Offers individualized care with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to addressing each patient's specific needs.
- Provides support for the deaf and hard of hearing community, ensuring accessibility for all.
- Utilizes a strict structured environment with behavioral guidelines to support intensive treatment.
- Includes family education and discharge planning as part of the recovery process.
This facility treats substance use disorders and gambling addiction, specifically benefiting adults, including those with co-occurring mental health disorders, and the deaf and hard of hearing community.
- 2+ Accreditations
- 6 Conditions Treated
- Insurance Accepted
- 4 Levels of Care
- Speaks English
- 20 Therapies & Programs
- Multiple Locations
Accreditations
State License
CARF
The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.
Staff
- Karen BroganAssistant DirectorClinical lead for 44-bed inpatient addiction treatment center.
- Colleen Mance SullivanRegional CoordinatorOASAS Western Regional Office Regional Coordinator.
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment
Rehab centers in New York exist to help individuals bounce back from substance abuse. Drug addiction refers to the use of illegal drugs and improper use of prescription drugs. Substance abuse includes all problems that stem out from using psychoactive substances. Centers like OASAS - John Norris Addiction Treatment Center are here to help.
Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment
Opioid addiction is one of the most common forms of addiction New York. Opioids include drugs like heroin, oxycontin and fentanyl. They are prescribed to treat pain, but they are often abused and they are addictive. The addiction is treated by detoxing the body, so it no longer needs the chemicals in the drugs. This is followed up by therapies to correct behavior and target the root of the problem.
Dual-Diagnosis
Some of the most common co-occurring disorders are schizophrenia, depression, and bipolar disorder. Most rehab facilities in Rochester, NY like OASAS - John Norris Addiction Treatment Center provide patients with a dual diagnosis. Dual diagnosis gives rehab the means to treat addiction while restoring mental and emotional health.
Levels of Care
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Detox, Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Inpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.
Detox is the first step of rehab. It involves giving a person time to get the toxins out of their body. During detox, the patient gets ill and they will often start using again to get rid of these unpleasant feelings. That’s why it’s so important to have a Rochester medical professional at OASAS - John Norris Addiction Treatment Center present. A New York medical professional will make sure patients don’t start using during detox. They will also provide medication to ease their symptoms and coach them through on a mental level.
Inpatient rehabilitation aims to treat severe addictions and co-occurring disorders. Depending on individual requirements, the duration of the stay at OASAS - John Norris Addiction Treatment Center ranges from four weeks to six months. New York inpatient recovery guarantees that the patient resides in an environment free of drugs.
Therapies & Programs
Individual therapy refers to one-on-one psychotherapy between a patient and their OASAS - John Norris Addiction Treatment Center therapist. Individual therapy seeks to help identify the issues that drive and contribute to a client’s addiction or alcoholism. Another goal of individual counseling is to assist the client to learn how to manage their lives without alcohol or drugs.
Therapy for couples decreases unhealthy behavior in a relationship that can trigger addiction. Either, or both, members of the couple will be improved by this. This treatment administered by OASAS - John Norris Addiction Treatment Center still targets addiction and can also make a relationship healthier through a variety of methods.
Group therapy occurs in a group setting as opposed to a one on one setting. It benefits patients by providing a feeling of support and letting them know they are not alone. Patients at OASAS - John Norris Addiction Treatment Center also learn to build trust and understanding and gain perspective through discussions.
After experiencing trauma, it’s crucial to look for a facility that can provide trauma therapy. This approach zeroes in on the traumatic incidents that a patient has encountered in the past, recent or not. It’s been widely known that trauma can make an individual resort to alcohol or other substances to mask their troubles and pain. Trauma can originate from domestic violence, sexual abuse, an early encounter with death, sexual assault, and many more. The goal of trauma therapy at OASAS - John Norris Addiction Treatment Center in Rochester, NY is to help the patient see beyond the trauma and move forward. Mental health professionals will facilitate the patient’s journey and see to it that he or she is no longer a victim of his or her traumatic experiences and has wholly regained his or her personal power.
Most individuals suffering from addiction have low self-awareness, so they end up making poor decisions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is suitable for patients recovering from an addiction of any kind. Through it, patients become more aligned with their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, giving them a better opportunity to respond appropriately to temptations and negative feelings.
This therapy modality at OASAS - John Norris Addiction Treatment Center in Rochester, NY strengthens a person’s ability to stay on top of their emotional state and learn new stress management techniques so they won’t give in to the temptations easily. Moreover, CBT helps people communicate and express their emotions well, which can be vital in relapse management. CBT is also suitable for managing co-occurring disorders like depression and bipolar illness.
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy sees a person suffering from substance addiction to have illogical reasoning, counterproductive actions, and does not see things clearly. REBT at OASAS - John Norris Addiction Treatment Center in Rochester, NY deals with cognition, images, and behavior extensively to rectify the client’s bad habits. The process calls for practice, reiteration, and bolstering the new way of thinking being introduced to the patient.
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Location & Contact
1732 South Ave
Rochester, NY 14620
Phone Number
(585) 461-0410
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Location
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1732 South Ave
Rochester, NY 14620 -
(585) 461-0410
Accepts
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GenderFemale, Male
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AgeAdults (20+), Teenagers
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ModalityCouples, Family, Group, Individuals
OASAS
Listed May 26, 2020
Updated July 25, 2024
Rochester, 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.
Rochester, a vibrant city in western New York, offers a thriving arts and entertainment scene, numerous parks, and recreational activities. The city's welcoming community and strong support network make it an ideal location for those seeking a fresh start during drug rehab treatment. However, Monroe County reported 118 opioid-related deaths and 169 fentanyl-related deaths in 2016, highlighting the severity of the opioid crisis in the region. Over the past five years, opioid-related overdoses in Monroe County have increased by 20 times, indicating a concerning trend.
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