Nassau County Office of MH CD and DD East Meadow

This program serves people dealing with an addiction disorder and a mental health condition together at the same time. Staff build an individual plan for each person, and that plan addresses the substance use and mental health concerns together rather than apart. The approach is supportive and respectful, aiming to help people make lasting changes.

Treatment takes place on an outpatient basis, so individuals attend sessions during the day and return home afterward. The program is located on the campus of Nassau County Medical Center in East Meadow, making it accessible for residents of Nassau County and nearby communities. The focus is on providing structured care that fits into a person's daily life.

Ambulatory care and counseling

The Nassau County Office of MH CD and DD East Meadow provides outpatient services plus mental health care for co-occurring conditions at a single location. That means a person can get help for a substance use disorder while also receiving support for conditions such as depression or anxiety. The program is listed as outpatient, so it does not offer residential stays. If you need 24-hour supervision or a residential setting, other facilities on Long Island may fit better, and our helpline can help you compare options.

Available therapies span cognitive behavioral therapy, one-on-one counseling, group therapy, medication-assisted treatment, life skills, motivational interviewing, trauma-specific therapy, and relapse prevention counseling, plus online therapy. Licensed clinicians deliver these approaches. The center accepts men, women, and young adults, and treats opioid use, other drug addiction, chronic relapse, and co-occurring disorders, plus offers smoking cessation support. The Joint Commission accredits the program, which indicates it meets certain quality and safety standards.

• Motivational Interviewing
• Life Skills
• Medication-Assisted Treatment
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Relapse Prevention Counseling
• Online Therapy
• 1-on-1 Counseling
• Group Therapy
• Trauma-Specific Therapy

Who this East Meadow program serves

• Adults and young adults of every gender who are living with a substance use disorder and a co-occurring mental health condition.
• People who need outpatient care rather than round-the-clock supervision.
• Individuals dealing with opioid use, other drug addiction, or chronic relapse.
• Those who want to stop smoking and need support to do so.
• Family members or friends seeking information about treatment options for a loved one.

Program length and clinical setting

Most programs run 30 days, but the actual length varies with what each person needs and how they progress. The center is an outpatient clinic and does not offer residential accommodations. You'll find it at 2201 Hempstead Turnpike, Building K, on the Nassau County Medical Center campus in East Meadow. Services are available in English, Russian, and Spanish. The setting is clinical and reachable by public transportation. If you need a program that includes housing or meals, you would need to consider residential options instead.

Cost and payment at this center

The center lists private-pay rates. It may also accept insurance, but you must verify coverage directly with the center by phone. Our helpline can help you understand what questions to ask and connect you with someone who can check your benefits. SAMHSA-listed facilities like this one often work with Medicaid or other public insurance, but you should confirm before making an appointment. If you are unsure about your coverage, then a quick call to the center can clarify your costs.

What to clarify before starting

• Will the facility accept my insurance plan and what out-of-pocket costs should I expect?
• What is the weekly schedule for the outpatient program, including how many days it meets and when sessions start?
• What is the process for medication-assisted treatment, and which medications are available?
• Will the center share information and plan care together with my doctor or mental health clinician?
• What happens if I miss a session or need to adjust my schedule?