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East Alabama Mental Health Center Family and Childrens Services Center

Elizabeth, NJ

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Telehealth

Outpatient · Telehealth center · in Elizabeth, NJ · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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About East Alabama Mental Health Center Family and Childrens Services Center

Integrated outpatient care providing comprehensive mental health services, therapy, and substance use disorder treatment for adults and children.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Outpatient · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Young adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Medicaid; Private health insurance; Private or Community foundation; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; Cash or self-payment; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

40 North Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07208

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Facility direct line

334-742-2700

Frequently Asked Questions

Does East Alabama Mental Health Center Family and Childrens Services Center accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, East Alabama Mental Health Center Family and Childrens Services Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific NJ Medicaid plan. Call 334-742-2700 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does East Alabama Mental Health Center Family and Childrens Services Center offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does East Alabama Mental Health Center Family and Childrens Services Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
What therapy methods does East Alabama Mental Health Center Family and Childrens Services Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at East Alabama Mental Health Center Family and Childrens Services Center?
Call the facility directly at 334-742-2700 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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