BestSelf Behavioral Health-Lower West Side Counseling

951 Niagara street
Buffalo, NY 14213

Buffalo, New York

7168840700

About BestSelf Behavioral Health-Lower West Side Counseling

BestSelf Behavioral Health Lower West Side Counseling is an outpatient clinic in Buffalo, New York, offering mental health and substance use disorder treatment for children, adolescents, adults and families. Licensed and credentialed staff provide individual, family and group counseling to address anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction.

BestSelf delivers integrated behavioral health services designed to meet clients where they are, with access to psychiatry, medication management and wraparound supports across their community based network.

Outpatient Addiction Treatment and Medication Assisted Support

The Lower West Side clinic specializes in substance use disorder counseling and medication assisted treatment (MAT) as part of BestSelf's full continuum of addiction services. Clients receive evidence based outpatient care paired with recovery support and care coordination to address the full scope of addiction treatment needs.

Sessions combine individual and group counseling to build coping skills, address underlying behavioral health challenges and support long term recovery. I like that the treatment is integrated with MAT options and peer support, helping clients stabilize, reduce cravings and work toward sustainable wellness with both clinical and community based resources.

Children, Family and Mental Health Services

BestSelf offers specialized mental health services for children and families, including school based programming and children's mental health counseling. Staff work with parents, caregivers and youth to address behavioral health challenges early, using family centered approaches that build resilience and strengthen communication.

Getting Started With Care in Buffalo

The clinic serves the Lower West Side neighborhood with in person outpatient services Monday through Friday. BestSelf's integrated network includes psychiatry, case management, health home services and peer support to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Adult Program Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) LGBTQ Friendly Rehab

Adult Program

A quality adult program in New York provides a combination of medical, mental, and emotional support to treat the whole individual. Various methods are used to help adults achieve and maintain sobriety.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive behavioral therapy in New York emphasizes how thoughts affect mood. It is a goal-oriented method that teaches participants how to address dysfunctional thoughts and underlying beliefs that can lead to substance abuse and addiction.

LGBTQ Friendly Rehab

Men and women face different issues when it comes to addiction and recovery. Women’s rehab in New York offers treatment approaches that address life issues that are specific to women.

Levels of Care

Outpatient Rehab

For those who require accountability but less intensive oversight, outpatient rehab in New York is a good opti...on. During this treatment, you meet regularly with a counselor and attend support group meetings, for accountability and encouragement. This may last for a few weeks or months, based on your recovery journey.

Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health

Mental health disorders that co-occur with substance abuse disorders often cause relapse. For successful recov...ery, both disorders must be treated, with dual diagnosis treatment in New York. Common methods include cognitive-behavioral therapy, medication management, and counseling.

Financial Aid

If you require assistance with paying for alcohol and drug rehab in New York, you may be eligible for financia...l aid. Financial assistance options include grants, scholarships, non-profit programs, personal funding, and health insurance programs to help you manage the expense of substance abuse treatment.

Medicaid Accepted

You may be eligible for Medicaid coverage to help pay for alcohol and drug rehab in New York. Medicaid coverag...e may vary, but it may cover the cost of detox, inpatient rehab, and other levels of care.

Medicare Accepted

If you have Medicaid, you may have coverage options available to assist with the cost of alcohol and drug reha...b in New York. The amount of coverage will depend on many things, including whether you are seeking inpatient or outpatient treatment for substance abuse.

Self-Pay Options

You have the option to pay for alcohol and drug rehab treatment out-of-pocket in New York, known as self-pay o...r private pay. This gives you control over the cost of your recovery journey and access to all levels of care, including detox, inpatient rehab, and more.

Sliding Scale Payment

If you need help covering the cost of alcohol or drug rehab in New York but cannot pay the full amount, a slid...ing scale payment plan may be an option for you. This allows you to access all levels of care, including detox, inpatient rehab, and more. To qualify for this treatment discount, you must complete an application and provide supporting financial documentation.