YMCA of Greater NY's Counseling Service

Treatment Center

YMCA of Greater NY's Counseling Service

Treatment Center

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3911 Richmond Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10312

(718) 948-3232

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OUR PHILOSOPHY

The YMCA's programs are based around several key beliefs, developed from our extensive history of treating and preventing alcoholism and substance abuse. While specific treatment plans will vary from client to client, there is a guiding principle that drives our services: We treat families. We maintain open communication with every involved person who is willing and able to offer support to our clients. From children, to high-risk teens, to persons in recovery, we serve not only the client themselves, but also the people around them - their parents, siblings, children and family members.

We address each client's unique situation.

At the YMCA we recognize that because no two individuals are the same, no single treatment method works for everyone. During our initial evaluation, we look at every aspect of a client's life, working to better understand the unique circumstances that underlie their problems. Our counselors "meet you where you're at," guiding each client to the best course of treatment for their current situation.

We draw on what works.

Because we are committed to providing the right care to the right person, our services are not based around a single treatment philosophy. Instead, we draw on over 25 years of experience with a wide range of clinical methodologies to develop plans that meet the specific needs and motivations of each client. Our diverse staff includes licensed social workers, licensed mental health counselors, credentialed alcohol and substance abuse counselors, a psychiatrist, nursing staff, and other trained advocates, some of whom have overcome their own struggles with addiction.

Call or Email YMCA of Greater NY's Counseling Service now for a free 15 minute consultation - (718) 948-3232

Our Facility at a Glance

Available in-person

YMCA Counseling Service

3911 Richmond Avenue

Staten Island, NY 10312 map

(718) 948-3232

YMCA Counseling Service North Shore Branch

285 Vanderbilt Avenue

Staten Island, NY 10306 map

(718) 981-4382

Our Website

We accept insurance

Our clients are children (6 to 10), teens and adults

Let's Connect (718) 948-3232

Our Facility at a Glance

Available in-person

YMCA Counseling Service

3911 Richmond Avenue

Staten Island, NY 10312 map

(718) 948-3232

YMCA Counseling Service North Shore Branch

285 Vanderbilt Avenue

Staten Island, NY 10306 map

(718) 981-4382

Our Website

We accept insurance

Our clients are children (6 to 10), teens and adults

Finances

Fees

Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

1199SEIU
Aetna
BlueCross and BlueShield
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna and Evernorth
ComPsych
EmblemHealth
Group Health Incorporated (GHI)
Magellan
Medicaid
Oxford
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Wellpoint | Amerigroup
Out of Network

YMCA of Greater NY's Counseling Service

Treatment Center

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (718) 948-3232

YMCA of Greater NY's Counseling Service

Treatment Center

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (718) 948-3232

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today License: New York / 280911111

Additional Credentials

License: OASAS 271211970 / 2025

YMCA of Greater NY's Counseling Service

Treatment Center

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (718) 948-3232

YMCA of Greater NY's Counseling Service

Treatment Center

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (718) 948-3232

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

Addiction
Alcohol Use
Anger Management
Behavioral Issues
Child
Chronic Relapse
Dual Diagnosis
Substance Use

YMCA of Greater NY's Counseling Service

Treatment Center

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (718) 948-3232

YMCA of Greater NY's Counseling Service

Treatment Center

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (718) 948-3232

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Programs and Services

Treatment Programs

Addiction
Drug Rehab
Dual Diagnosis
Intervention
Substance Use

Types of Therapy

12 Step Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Intervention
Motivational Counseling

YMCA of Greater NY's Counseling Service

Treatment Center

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (718) 948-3232

YMCA of Greater NY's Counseling Service

Treatment Center

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (718) 948-3232

Groups

Adult Substance Abuse Treatment

Hosted by

Jacqueline Filis

Our Adult Services program helps chemically-dependent adults take the crucial first steps towards recovery. This not only means accepting their physiological or psychological dependency, but also facing the relationship problems, economic hardships, or personal insecurities that may have pushed them to use drugs or alcohol in the first place. It means facing life on life’s terms, accepting personal responsibility – and doing so clean and sober.

Expertise

Addiction

Dual Diagnosis

Substance Use

Age

Adults

Session Cost

up to $20

Location

South Shore YMCA Counseling Service

3911 Richmond Avenue

Staten Island, NY 10312

Email Jacqueline Filis about this group or call - (718) 948-3232

Young Adult Substance Abuse Treatment

Hosted by

Jacqueline Filis

The mission of our Adolescent Services program is to provide an environment that empowers young people to achieve a positive, productive, and drug-free lifestyle. Our program focuses on adolescents and young adults (ages 12-18) who we consider to be “at–risk” for developing a drug or alcohol problem, as well as those teens already struggling with drug and alcohol issues.

Expertise

Addiction

Drug Abuse

Dual Diagnosis

Age

Teen

Session Cost

up to $20

Location

South Shore YMCA Counseling Service

3911 Richmond Avenue

Staten Island, NY 10312

Email Jacqueline Filis about this group or call - (718) 948-3232

Little Steps - For Children

Hosted by

Jacqueline Filis

In 1989, the YMCA pioneered a program utilizing expressive art and play therapy, role playing, and other therapeutic techniques to address the special needs of children (ages 5-17) whose lives have been affected by a family member’s addiction. Little Steps offers a structured series of group activities where children learn to identify and change patterns of thinking, feeling, and behavior they have learned in response to their family addiction. Children learn that they are not the cause of their family substance use and that while they cannot control or cure it, we will help them to learn to cope.

Expertise

Child

Coping Skills

Family Conflict

Age

Children (6 to 10)

Session Cost

up to $20

Location

South Shore YMCA Counseling Service

3911 Richmond Avenue

Staten Island, NY 10312

Email Jacqueline Filis about this group or call - (718) 948-3232

Location

Primary Location

YMCA Counseling Service

3911 Richmond Avenue

Staten Island, NY 10312

(718) 948-3232

Email us

Our Website

Additional Location

YMCA Counseling Service North Shore Branch

285 Vanderbilt Avenue

Staten Island, NY 10306

(718) 981-4382

Nearby Areas

Cities

Staten Island, NY

Counties

Richmond

Zips

YMCA of Greater NY's Counseling Service

Treatment Center

Call for a free consultation now - (718) 948-3232

YMCA of Greater NY's Counseling Service

Treatment Center

Call for a free consultation now - (718) 948-3232

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