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New York Center for Living

226 East 52nd Street, New York, NY 10022

Est. 2007 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About New York Center for Living

  • Location: New York, NY
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About New York Center for Living

At New York Center for Living, the team provides evidence-based, outpatient treatment for individuals and families struggling with substance use and other co-occurring mental health issues. They help clients develop a strong foundation of recovery that supports principled decision-making, healthy choices, and adaptive life-stances.
Their coordinated care and resource support includes single service treatment, short-term options, crisis intervention, and wellness services. They also offer direct access to on-site psychiatry (even without full program enrollment). A board-certified psychiatrist provides evaluations and thorough assessments to guide treatment planning; medication management, integrated care for dual diagnoses, and adaptive, flexible treatment for the whole family.
The group therapy program focuses on the development and utilization of coping skills to support clients in long-term recovery. The curriculum draws from dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivation enhancement therapy (MET), harm reduction, and 12-step recovery approaches. These groups reduce isolation and allow members to witness the recovery of others—and these qualities draw clients into a culture of recovery.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like New York Center for Living provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Adolescents Young Adults LGBTQ+

Amenities & Features

Outdoor Lounge

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient Intensive outpatient treatment Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Regular outpatient treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
Other contracted prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
Other contracted prescribing entity
Buprenorphine maintenance Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Acamprosate (Campral®) Disulfiram Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable) Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Medication for mental disorders Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling 12-step facilitation
Private non-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency
Cash or self-payment
Adolescents Young adults Adult women Adult men Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced trauma
Comprehensive mental health assessment Comprehensive substance use assessment Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders
Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing Drug or alcohol urine screening
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Self-help groups Recovery coach Mentoring/peer support
Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling
Smoking not permitted
Children/Adolescents Adults
Female Male
Opioid use disorder clients only
Vaping not permitted
Case management service

What to Expect at New York Center for Living

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 28+ days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

New York Center for Living offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 5 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. New York Center for Living works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment Family Involvement

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Drug Addiction Chronic Relapse

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Frequently Asked Questions about New York Center for Living

Does New York Center for Living accept my insurance?
New York Center for Living accepts 24 insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan — deductibles, copays, day limits, and pre-authorization requirements differ. Under the Mental Health Parity Act, commercial plans must cover addiction treatment at parity with medical care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free 5-minute benefits check.
What treatment programs are available at New York Center for Living?
New York Center for Living offers Outpatient with evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Each admission starts with a clinical assessment against the ASAM criteria to match program intensity (detox, residential, IOP, or outpatient) to clinical need.
How much does treatment cost at New York Center for Living?
Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance coverage. Typical national self-pay ranges: outpatient $1,000–$3,000/month, 30-day residential $5,000–$20,000, 90-day inpatient $12,000–$60,000. With 24 insurance carriers accepted at New York Center for Living, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near New York?
Yes. Browse all NY treatment centers or narrow to New York specifically. Our full facility directory filters by insurance carrier and level of care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a human-curated shortlist based on your situation.
What should I expect during treatment at New York Center for Living?
Treatment typically begins with a comprehensive clinical assessment, then a personalized plan combining individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Programs at New York Center for Living typically last 28+ days. Aftercare planning — which may include sober living, outpatient follow-up, and peer support groups — ensures ongoing support after discharge. Per NIDA research, 90+ days of engaged treatment significantly improves long-term outcomes.
How do I verify New York Center for Living is legitimate?
Every center listed on RehabFlow is sourced from the federal SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator and re-verified quarterly. For additional trust signals, check for JCAHO or CARF accreditation — both are voluntary third-party audits of clinical quality. Licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, MD) should be on staff, not just peer coaches. If you spot outdated data, email [email protected] — we re-check within 24 hours.

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