Metropolitan Center for Mental Health Saint Nicholas Avenue
About Metropolitan Center for Mental Health Saint Nicholas Avenue
The Metropolitan Center for Mental Health St. Nicholas Avenue in New York City, New York, is a nonprofit outpatient behavioral health center. They are licensed by the State of New York Office of Mental Health and the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services. Their services include assessment and treatment for mental health conditions, Families and Individuals in Recovery (FAIR) and the Addictions Outpatient Program. They offer services in English and Spanish. They accept many managed care plans, Medicaid and Medicare and offer a sliding scale fee plan for uninsured people who qualify.
FAIR Program
The FAIR program provides support for individuals and their families that focuses on sobriety and abstinence. They offer medication assisted treatment (MAT) for those in need. Their mental health professionals provide individual and family therapy as well as assistance in accessing valuable community resources.
Addictions Outpatient Program
Metropolitan Center’s outpatient program provides services to support individuals with alcohol and substance use disorder as well as any co-occurring mental health disorders. Their staff of medical and mental health professionals not only provide individual and group therapy but can prescribe medications for crisis and long term therapy. They also offer relapse prevention groups and aftercare treatment programs that support long term recovery.
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Dual Diagnosis
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Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems. |
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Adult programs include job support and life skills training in a structured environment. Services are designed to address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapy sessions happen in individual, group and family settings.
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Alcohol detox programs offer medical support to help individuals withdraw safely from alcohol. Your care team may use medications to ease your symptoms, and they may provide medical monitoring to address complications.
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LGBTQ-friendly programs create an inclusive and affirming space for recovery. Treatment is sensitive to issues like discrimination and stigma. You’ll receive support and therapy that respects and acknowledges your unique experiences.
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Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles, and mental health concerns specific to men. Participants learn healthy coping mechanisms, build emotional resilience, and develop communication skills.
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Opioid detox uses medications to ease severe withdrawal symptoms. It includes medical supervision to help you manage potential complications. These services allow you to stabilize safely and begin a recovery plan.
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Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender-specific issues such as trauma, family roles, and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment.
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Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence, and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life-skills training and career support.
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Payment Assistance
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Medicaid
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Medicare
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Private Insurance
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Self Pay
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Levels of Care
Detox Service Setting
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems.
Programs
Contact

Cary has more than three decades of nursing expertise as an LPN and holds a bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts. She is also working toward a Master’s degree focused on public health policy. Her professional journey has been dedicated to addressing healthcare disparities for both adults and children.

Kerry Nenn is a full-time freelance writer and prize-winning author. She contributes regularly to addiction-recovery sites, international journal publications, and Christian ministries. Her published works include 10 books and myriad articles. Her work has received recognition both locally and nationally.
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