Our Mission

At The Counseling Center At Toms River, NJ, our objective is to help you improve your mental health and treat the co-occurring disorders that often are part of alcohol and substance use. The clinicians at our outpatient treatment center in Toms River will allow you to better understand yourself, develop effective coping skills, and take control over substance use by addressing the reasons behind addiction. Everyone who reaches out to us will discover the nurturing, specialized help they need for successful addiction recovery.

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Why Go To The Counseling Center At Toms River, NJ?

For numerous individuals, mental illness or personal trauma forms the foundation of alcohol or drug use disorder. Confronting these fundamental causes gives you an improved chance of a lasting recovery. Our skilled substance use clinicians in Toms River employ an array of techniques to identify and manage the origins of your addiction. Through therapy and additional types of care, you'll develop coping skills and find ways to elevate your mental health. Then you are able to utilize these tactics to maintain a life of sobriety.

Based on your unique situation, you may start one of several programs:

Outpatient Counseling (OP)
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

You'll get personalized care adjusted to you in all of these options. As you enroll, you’ll complete a full evaluation and meet with our personnel to decide which type of care would suit your recovery goals most effectively. We'll design a path with group and individual therapies to help you manage your substance or alcohol use and rebuild your life.

Our Staff

Matthew Lee, CADC

Counselor

Matthew is a substance use and mental health counselor passionate about helping others overcome addiction and mental health challenges. He has worked at various organizations such as Gateway Day Treatment program, Center For Network Therapy, Advanced Health and Education, Mattie House, New Hope Foundation, Major League Baseball.com, and Sports Net New York, where he has gained a wealth of experience and knowledge.

Julie Gross, MSW

Counselor

Julie is a passionate behavioral health counselor who has always wanted to help others navigate their problems. She began her career in the service industry, working at Stop and Shop as a closing manager and at Planet Fitness as an assistant manager. However, Julie's desire to help others led her to attend school and pursue a degree in social work.

Matthew Baker, BA, LCADC

Clinical Supervisor

Meet Matthew, a dedicated substance use and mental health counselor with a passion for helping individuals overcome addiction and cope with mental illness. Matthew has made it his life's work to serve the local community in south Jersey and the Jersey Shore. Matthew's educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and Sociology, as well as certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor from Ocean County College.

About Praesum

The Counseling Center operates within the Praesum Healthcare organization . Praesum opened its inaugural facility in 2004 once we identified a need for more personalized substance use and mental health services in areas across the Atlantic Coast. Today, we offer exceptional behavioral health services at dozens of treatment centers across five states.

Our objective is to treat substance use disorders with established methods designed to the individuals and families we serve. We know we are more equipped to help individuals attain long-term sobriety by staying focused on their needs and treating them with dignity. Every type of facility in our family of companies addresses a specific step of the addiction recovery process, but at each one, you'll discover the same exceptional treatment and benevolence that Praesum is well-known for providing.

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If you need help regarding drug or alcohol use, The Counseling Center is the premier outpatient treatment center in Toms River. But keep in mind, our services are most valuable after you have completed other phases of treatment first, such as detox and residential rehab. If you need addiction services prior to or along with joining one of our therapy programs, please request more information about our affiliated recovery facilities:

Our Accreditations

You won’t have to be concerned about the caliber of your addiction treatment. The Counseling Center Toms River is an accredited, trusted behavioral healthcare facility. The Joint Commission has awarded us a Gold Seal of Approval for our dedication to the highest level of care and medical compliance.

Reach Out Now To Learn More About The Counseling Center At Toms River, NJ

Whenever you’re ready to explore substance use with a licensed expert at The Counseling Center, dial 732-605-6364 or submit the following form. We reply 24/7. Get the help you need today.

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