Making Your Recovery Journey a Collaborative Effort
Attaining freedom from opioid dependence takes love, energy, safety, and compassion. We fully understand that, in many instances, there are a variety of barriers that could make it more challenging for you to achieve recovery. At LESC, we address those barriers head on. Our Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) treatment programs are customized to address the needs of a diverse client population with contributing concerns, including:
• Language barriers • Mild mental health concerns • Secondary substance use problems (co-occurring disorders) • Health concerns (such as HIV/AIDS and hepatitis) • Involvement with the criminal justice system • Relapse • Homelessness
Nothing should stop you from pursuing a full recovery, and our outpatient opioid treatment programs can help you tackle whatever is holding you back from a resilient recovery.
Outpatient and Residential Opioid and Substance Use Treatment Programs in New York City
Since love is at the core of everything we do at LESC, we offer medication-assisted treatment programs that are rooted in compassion, understanding, and a commitment to holistic healing.
Our medication-assisted treatment programs are crafted with you in mind. This collaborative process involves you, your dedicated clinician, and our interdisciplinary medical team, ensuring that your path to healing is both individualized and supported.
What to Expect From Our Outpatient Medication-Assisted Treatment Options
Opioid addiction is a serious health crisis that affects countless communities. If you're dealing with addiction to substances like heroin, opioids, prescription pain medications, alcohol, or fentanyl, LESC is here for you with open arms and genuine compassion.
Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), or Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), is a proven and FDA-approved method for tackling substance use disorders. This treatment combines medications with behavioral counseling and therapy, offering a strong foundation for those battling addiction. Medications such as methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone work to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms, making the path to recovery smoother.
With our outpatient drug treatment programs right in the heart of New York City, we're ready to support you regardless of your background. Our team of skilled clinicians, counselors, and a community of peers will be here to walk you through every step of your recovery journey.
While our outpatient services can be beneficial, our residential programs provide a more structured approach to healing. If you're looking for more comprehensive support, explore our residential opioid treatment options and find the path that best suits your needs.
FAQs
As soon as a client is accepted into the program by meeting all requirements, they will meet with a physician or PA and start their medication immediately.
Upon being welcomed into the program, you will be assigned a counselor. This counselor will work with you throughout the program and offer support as needed.
We have a worker’s clinic that is open from 6:45 am to 8:00 am to accommodate any individuals who are employed.
LESC Outpatient Maintenance Recovery Early Clinic (ORS I)
Our counselors have many referral sources for clients in need of safe housing. If you are eligible, LESC offers its own housing, and you can learn more about that here.
Our counselors will help and refer you to our care coordinator, who is experienced in this area.
Our professional team will continue to increase a client’s medication at their request until they reach stability.
As part of the program, your individual counselor will respond to all required PO court reports.
Your counselor will explore all available options with you and provide referrals as needed. They will also be available to help you with the process and ensure you get the support you need.
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Admission Criteria
To be eligible, you should currently be using or have a history of dependency on substances. If you've also experienced mild mental health issues alongside a substance use disorder, we offer psychiatric services. Additionally, if you're seeking support on behalf of a family member or loved one impacted by addiction, we’re here to help.
LESC is here to help. Find valuable resources, information, and frequently asked questions to remove any doubts or hesitations about seeking the help you need at LESC.
Our Mission is to meet the unique and changing needs of New Yorkers experiencing critical life problems with substance use disorder, mental illness, and associated homelessness, with a person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-responsive approach to care. Using a wide-ranging health and human services network, we support their well-being and empower them to make healthy life choices.
