New York Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facilities
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.
Heroin was the most cited drug among drug users admitted for treatment in 2010 in the state of New York. More than 400,000 adult New Yorkers admit to abusing cocaine at least once in their lifetime. Prescription drug-related deaths quadrupled between 2005 and 2014. Almost 3% of the New York population 12 years and above abuse illicit substances while only 12% go in for addiction treatment services according to state Department of Health.
Alcohol and Drug Treatment Centers in New York
With a variety of opioid and alcohol rehabilitation services operating throughout New York, there is opportunity for treatment and a better life. Check out a facility on our list below that suits your needs, or contact us for individualized assistance.
Top Cities and Neighborhoods for Treatment in New York
Epidemic by the Numbers
Although the problem in New York goes beyond our list, take the following major statistics into consideration.
- Heroin was the most cited drug among drug users admitted for treatment in 2010.
- Almost 400,000 adult New Yorkers admit to abusing cocaine at least once in their lifetime.
- Prescription drug-related deaths quadrupled between the years 2005 and 2014.
- Opioids are involved in around 70% of all overdose deaths in the state of New York.
- Over 5% of all New York teens under 13 years old admit to having abused prescription drugs.
Professional Assistance is only a call away
Substance abuse and addictions impact so many people and their families in New York. We know it is devastating for any mother or father, partner or close friend to experience someone treasured struggle with addiction.
Free + Confidential Test Consultation
Community Healthcare Network - Caribbean House, located in Brooklyn, NY, is a mental health treatment center specializing in dual diagnosis and eating disorder treatment, offering evidence-based therapies and treatment methods such as couples therapy, experiential therapy, and cognitive behavioral treatment, and providing both outpatient and residential long-term treatment plans.
Cayuga Counseling Services-Outpatient is an accredited facility in Auburn, NY providing comprehensive, evidence-based treatment plans for a range of mental health, substance abuse, and dual diagnosis issues with the assistance of highly experienced and dedicated professionals.
ECMC - Buffalo in Buffalo, NY, is a mental health treatment facility specializing in dual diagnosis and offering outpatient care, accept private insurance, and provide a variety of services and treatment methods, including therapy, counseling, and support groups, to help patients manage their mental health and addiction while maintaining their daily responsibilities.
Hunts Point Halfway House is a drug rehab located in Bronx, NY, which provides various levels of care and treatment services including alcoholism, opioid, and drug addiction treatment, as well as aftercare support and sober-living/half-way homes, and accepts private health insurance.
Mental Health Association of Rockland County - Change Happens
The Mental Health Association of Rockland County provides evidence-based treatment and care for addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders, offering a variety of treatment options and levels of care to help individuals lead healthier and more meaningful lives.
Behavioral Health Services North - Cornelia Street Community Residence
BHSN, based in Plattsburgh, New York, provides high quality mental health services at Cornelia Street Community Residence, offering a range of inpatient and outpatient services designed to support individualized treatment.
NYC Health - Hospitals Queens - Public School #154
NYC Health + Hospitals - Public School #154 in Fresh Meadows, New York offers comprehensive mental health services, including aftercare support, intervention, and outpatient levels of care, to address the needs of the community and provide effective care and support.
National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence - White Plains
NCADD-White Plains is a community-based organization that provides comprehensive substance abuse treatment programs and services to individuals, families, and communities, specializing in treating people struggling with alcohol abuse, opioid addiction, dual diagnosis, and other forms of substance addiction.
Washington Heights Community Services - Inwood is a drug rehab center located in New York City that specializes in dual diagnosis and offers outpatient treatment options with experienced staff and comprehensive services to help individuals achieve lasting recovery.
University of Rochester Medical Center - Adolescent
The University of Rochester Medical Center - Adolescent provides a wide range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches with ongoing family support and specialized supports for youth in the foster care system to promote recovery and improved emotional health for adolescents dealing with substance use and/or mental health issues.
UnavailableBrowse Specific New York Cities
Currently, there are over 2227 different centers in our facility directory within the state of New York for people needing help with drug and alcohol addiction, please select your city below.
New York Cities with Most Centers
- New York, NY (301)
- Brooklyn, NY (208)
- Bronx, NY (156)
- Buffalo, NY (101)
- Rochester, NY (71)
- Albany, NY (51)
- Syracuse, NY (48)
- Staten Island, NY (44)
The Impact of Addiction in New York
Due to the numerous ports and intricate transportation infrastructure, drugs can easily be trafficked into New York– and on toward other states for further distribution. While substance abuse has been declining in the New York City metropolitan area, the rates remain higher than average when compared to the rest of the United States of America. Over 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. It is estimated that roughly 15% of all teens in New York begin drinking before the age of 13.
Obviously a great place to visit and live, but New York, like all other states, has problems with drug and substance abuse.
It is reported that in total about a million adult New Yorkers struggle with alcohol abuse while nearly half a million residents admit to using hard drugs such as cocaine and heroin.
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.
Worst Drugs in New York
- Heroin was the most cited drug among drug users admitted for treatment in 2010 in the state of New York. The abuse reached an all-time high in 2014 when almost 80,000 individuals were admitted for heroin abuse in the state alone.
- Almost 400,000 adult New Yorkers admit to abusing cocaine at least once in their lifetime. It is also the drug most often associated with violent crime in New York and is largely supplied by Colombian-based distributors.
- Primary treatment admissions for marijuana abuse in New York represent a quarter of all drug abuse treatment admissions. The use of this drug has become so common in New York that half of all male arrestees test positive for marijuana in their system.
- Prescription drug-related deaths quadrupled between the years 2005 and 2014. However, New York has one of the lowest rates of prescription drugs, with only 34 per 100 people given a prescription, compared to the national average of 51.4 per 100 people.
- Binge drinking is one of the largest problems in New York, with over half the population engaging in this at least once a month. This has led to New York having an alcohol dependency of about 6.6%, which translates to about 1.1 million New Yorkers.
Impactful Addiction Stats
- More than 40% of all individuals in New York jails suffer from some type of substance use disorder.
- Another half of New York inmates receive a dual diagnosis for a mental health disorder and a substance abuse disorder.
- Almost 15% of all New York deaths in the past decade were somehow attributed to drug and alcohol use/abuse.
- Opioids are generally involved in about 70% of all overdose deaths in the state of New York.
- More than 60,000 New Yorkers admit to taking prescription drugs for non-medical reasons at least once in their lifetime.
- Alcohol is a factor in almost 8,000 of all vehicle accidents in the state of New York each year, with a vast majority of those being fatal.
- In 2017, the New York overdose rate increased by more than 30%.
- More than 5% of all New York teens under 13 years old admit to having abused prescription drugs at least once in their lifetime.
- Opioid-related overdoses in New York are slightly higher than the national average, at 16 deaths per 100,000 people, compared to the national average of 14.
- Almost 3% of the New York population 12 years and above abuse illicit substances while only 12% go in for addiction treatment services.
Quick Tips on Finding A Center
Once you are ready to enter treatment, the next challenge is finding a program that meets your particular needs. This can feel overwhelming given the number of treatment programs in New York. To make things easier, you can spend time reading through New York facility reviews, staff bios, insurance details, payment plans, and even set up a facility tour. Visiting a physical location can make a huge difference in deciding as you will be able to see how you feel in that environment. No matter what facility you end up choosing, it should be accredited and licensed and the program staff should include doctors and therapists who specialize in addiction medicine.
Health Insurance Providers Covering Drug Addiction Treatment
- Medicaid
- New York Hotel Trade Insurance
- CHAMP Community Health Access to Addiction and Mental Health Care Project
State Specific Hotlines & Resources
- NYC WELL. Offering free and confidential mental health support and substance abuse services. 1-888-692-9355.
- NYS HOPEline. A confidential support hotline that can help find treatment or self-help in your area. 1-877-846-7369