Admissions specialists available 24/7
  • Free
  • Confidential
  • No obligation
Who answers? (877) 847-2855
  • Joint Commission accredited
  • Outpatient
  • Nonprofit

HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health

65 James Street, Edison, NJ 08820

(877) 847-2855 Free admissions helpline · available 24/7
Not affiliated with this facility
Levels of care5 programsOutpatient
Payment6 optionsTakes private insurance
AgesAdultsAll genders
MATOfferedBuprenorphine, Naltrexone
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationJoint CommissionIndependent quality review

About HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health

HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health is a nonprofit substance use treatment provider in Edison, New Jersey, located at 65 James Street. The Center for Behavioral Health program is operated by HMH JFK University Medical Center.

Its services include intensive outpatient (IOP), standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as anger management, brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and Matrix Model. For opioid use disorder, the program uses buprenorphine and naltrexone. It also prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder.

Payment options include government funding for substance use treatment, Medicare, Medicaid, military insurance (TRICARE), private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and state-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.

The program accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. Sign language services are available for deaf and hard-of-hearing clients.

HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health is accredited by The Joint Commission and licensed or certified by the state substance use treatment agency, state mental health department, and state department of health.

Support services include aftercare/continuing care, discharge planning, naloxone and overdose education, and housing services.

Programs & levels of care

Treatment approaches

  • Anger management
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Matrix Model
  • Relapse prevention
  • Substance use disorder counseling
  • Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
  • Trauma-related counseling
  • 12-step facilitation

Medications used

  • Acamprosate (Campral®)
  • Disulfiram
  • Buprenorphine with naloxone
  • Buprenorphine without naloxone
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Clonidine
  • Medication for mental disorders
  • Nicotine replacement
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation

Insurance & payment

MedicaidAccepted
MedicareAccepted
Private InsuranceAccepted
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Accepted
Cash / Self-PayAccepted
Sliding Scale FeesNot listed
State-Funded / Low-CostAccepted
Check your coverage for freeBenefits depend on your plan and network. An admissions specialist can verify yours in minutes.
Verify insurance

Who they serve & support services

Recovery support

  • Housing services
  • Assistance with obtaining social services
  • Mentoring/peer support
  • Aftercare/continuing care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Naloxone and overdose education

Counseling & education

  • HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
  • Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
  • Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
  • Substance use disorder education
  • Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
  • Individual counseling
  • Group counseling
  • Family counseling
  • Marital/couples counseling

Ancillary services

  • Case management service
  • Domestic violence services, including family or partner
  • Mental health services
  • Social skills development
  • Suicide prevention services
Licensing & accreditationState substance use treatment agency, State mental health department, State department of health, Hospital licensing authority, The Joint Commission
Ages acceptedYoung Adults, Adults, Seniors
Language servicesSign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing
Operated byPrivate non-profit organization

Location

65 James Street
Edison, NJ 08820

Facility's own contact732-321-7189 · hackensackmeridian.org

More rehab centers in Edison →

Questions about HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health

What services does HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health offer?

HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health lists the following levels of care: intensive outpatient (IOP), outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), dual diagnosis, and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

Does HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health accept insurance?

According to SAMHSA data, HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health accepts government funding for substance use treatment, medicare, medicaid, military insurance (tricare), private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and state-financed health insurance plan other than medicaid. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (877) 847-2855 for a free benefits check.

Does HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health offer detox?

HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health does not list detox services. If you need medically supervised withdrawal first, see detox programs or call (877) 847-2855 for help finding one.

Is HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health accredited?

Yes. HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health reports accreditation from The Joint Commission. Accreditation means the facility meets independent quality and safety standards.

Who does HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health treat?

HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health accepts young adults, adults, and seniors.

How do I get admitted to HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health or a similar program?

Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health directly at 732-321-7189. To compare HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health with other options and verify your insurance, call our admissions helpline at (877) 847-2855. Our helpline is not affiliated with HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health.

Compare options

Other treatment centers near Edison

See all in Edison →

Eleanor Health – Edison

Edison, NJ 08820

CARF accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • Telehealth

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +2 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

Virtue Care Services Inc

Edison, NJ 08817

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Partial Hospitalization
  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • +3 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +4 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

Clear Conscience Counseling LLC

South Plainfield, NJ 07080

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • +2 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +2 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

Joint Commission accredited

Setting
Inpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Detox
  • Inpatient / Residential
  • Hospital Inpatient
  • +3 more

Payment accepted

Private insurance · Self-pay

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

New Brunswick Counseling Center

New Brunswick, NJ 08901

CARF accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • +3 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +2 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

CARF accredited

Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Inpatient / Residential
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • +1 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · State-funded

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Facilities report this information to SAMHSA, and it can change, so confirm details before admission. A listing is not an endorsement. StartDrugRehab is not affiliated with HMH JFK University Medical Center – Center for Behavioral Health.