Rutgers State University Counseling Center

17 Senior Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901

New Brunswick, New Jersey

848-932-7884

About Rutgers State University Counseling Center

Located in New Brunswick, New Jersey on the Rutgers campus, Rutgers University’s Counseling, Alcohol and Other Drug Assistance Program and Psychiatric Services or CAPS offers a variety of unique services to their clients. They specialize in serving Rutgers students.

Their clinic is designed to address various aspects of mental health and addiction, including co occurring conditions. Some of their services include individual therapy, group therapy, crisis intervention and psychiatric care.

Confidential Counseling for Students

I noticed a program they have called Let's Talk. It’s a program where the university has counselors in various departments and cultural centers throughout campus so students can get confidential and convenient counseling when they need it. They offer this through drop-in or scheduled appointments, with varying schedules.

They also offer Uwill, a program that provides telehealth services to students struggling with mental health issues. I find this particularly convenient, as it allows access to care even on weekends and nights.

Student Recovery Housing

They offer a Recovery Housing program that provides a supportive and substance free living environment for students recovering from substance use disorders. Established in 1988, it was the first college recovery housing program in the United States and has since become a national model.

They offer year round, on campus housing where students can live together and support each other through sobriety and academic success. To participate, you must have at least 90 days of continuous sobriety, join mutual aid groups like 12 step meetings, and have a mentor or sponsor.

The facility offers common areas, kitchens and laundry facilities. It's an unmarked building to protect the anonymity of the residents.

When treating addiction, they provide a consultation and evaluation to assess how substance misuse might be affecting your life. In addition to counseling, they offer early recovery groups and sober social activities that can make recovery enjoyable.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Teen & Adolescent Program

There are many benefits to a young adult program in New Jersey. These programs offer a more comfortable environment that helps young adults feel more at home. The peer support provided also helps participants develop healthy relationships for mutual support.

Adult Program

An adult program in New Jersey can take place in different settings. Individuals seeking treatment for addiction can choose from inpatient, outpatient, and sober living homes, which provide treatment at different levels of intensity.

Alcoholism

To help you achieve long-term recovery, alcohol rehab in New Jersey addresses addiction issues from medical and psychological viewpoints. By treating the whole person, these programs give you the tools you need to achieve and maintain sobriety.

Men's Rehab

Gender-specific rehab programs offer a solution to the ways that addiction can affect men and women differently. Men’s rehab in New Jersey focuses on treatments that are most beneficial for men.

Women's Rehab

Women’s rehab in New Jersey is ideal for women who are uncomfortable in a co-ed treatment environment. Women’s rehab provides a safe and caring setting where they can focus on their treatment and connect with other women who understand.

Opioid Treatment

At opioid rehab in New Jersey, patients receive individualized treatment that is adjusted to meet their needs as they progress toward recovery. Addiction specialists partner with each individual to tailor their treatment to address specific challenges that contribute to their addiction.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

During cognitive behavioral therapy in New Jersey, participants develop and learn to implement healthy coping skills. The focus of this psychotherapy method is to change negative thought patterns to positively affect behaviors.

Drug Rehab

Drug rehab in New Jersey is the process of addressing the complex issues involved with addiction. Challenges are identified and addressed through individual and group counseling. Participants learn how to manage these issues without the use of substances.

LGBTQ Friendly Rehab

Levels of Care

Outpatient Rehab

New Jersey outpatient therapy offers a next-step after inpatient treatment. This flexible program is tailored to meet each person’s recovery needs as they step back into life. It includes regular sessions with a counselor and support group, for accountability and continued relapse prevention.

Aftercare & Alumni Program

New Jersey aftercare rehab services help those in recovery adapt to their new, sober lives. This begins after initial rehab treatment ends and can last for up to a year or more. Typical services include support groups, counseling, life coaching, and financial guidance.