Mental Health and Wellness

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Psychologists that offer specialized department training with corrections background:

Dr. Erin Weinstein and Shauna Lynch - Identical twins who offer specialized training in suicide prevention and other programs. They tailor it to fit agency needs. Contact them for pricing and assistance. Shaunalynchphd@gmail.com

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Joann Streany - Nutrition in conjunction with mental health (works in conjunction with nutritionist, higher level PTSD treatments, and cognitive talk therapies.

Justin Stranz - has worked in corrections. Zoom Only

This is a newer program. Focus is on addiction recovery. Initial detox is in general population. Once the patient is cleared from medical they are moved to a first responder only unit. They do have a gourmet chef on staff. We have personally visited this facility. They process through insurance.

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It is the mission of Blue H.E.L.P. to reduce mental health stigma through education, advocate for benefits for those suffering from post-traumatic stress, acknowledge the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers we lost to suicide, support families after a suicide and to bring awareness to suicide and mental health issues.

National Suicide Awareness for Law Enforcement Officers Program

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Provides education and resources to law enforcement officers and agencies and those who support law enforcement including colleagues, friends, family, and clergy members.

The Mobile Crisis team consists of licensed professional social workers and nurses who are specially trained to help individuals, and their families, with mental health problems.If you or a family member is experiencing a mental health crisis call the Team.  Social workers and nurses travel to homes, schools, work-sites and other locations in Nassau County.The Team responds in the same day and provides supportive crisis intervention for children and adults who are experiencing an emotional disturbance, interpersonal crisis or psychiatric emergency.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration

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The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. Congress established the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in 1992 to make substance use and mental disorder information, services, and research more accessible.

Forge VFR was founded by Veterans and offers specialized mental health and substance use treatment designed to address the unique culture, preferences, and values of first responders, emergency and health care professionals, veterans, active-duty military, and their families.

New York Law Enforcement Assistance Program

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Our services are offered at no charge to individuals who serve as first responders and their families. The mission of NYLEAP is to improve the mental health and overall wellness of all law enforcement officers and first responders (both active and retired).

in Floral Park

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of clinical expertise in behavioral health and trauma treatment. Her passion is in working with first responders. Cathy is from a family of firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency medical staff and military service.  Cathy’s goal is to provide a space to work together to achieve your personal, professional and wellness goals.

Dr. Thomas Coghlan, PhD

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Blue Line offers a safe, discreet treatment space for first responders. Blue Line understands and respects the needs and concerns that are specific to first responders, and provides professional, culturally-competent treatment. Blue Line Psychological Services understands police culture, including the organizational and operational stressors inherent to police work, and incorporates this cultural-competence into the treatment of first responders.

Offers a Find A Therapist tool and provides resources for mental health, alcohol and substance abuse, personal growth, and family life.

The Crisis Center provides walk-in evaluation and treatment to assist patients in their recovery from a wide range of psychiatric conditions and emotional issues. Services include crisis psychotherapy, evidence-based screening assessments, diagnostic evaluations, short-term treatment, medication management and referral, and linkage to follow-up care. Most major insurances are accepted.

Beyond the Badge NY raises suicide and mental health awareness, to address the growing mental health crisis that the first responder community is currently facing. Services and support are for those individuals who serve as first responders.

Provided by NYSHIP Empire Plan and administered by Carelon Behavioral Health offering representatives that are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

A toll free number if you have questions about The Empire Plan's Participating Provider Program or Managed Physical Medicine Program.

At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.

Westchester trauma recovery network - provides 6 free sessions of EMDR

Harbor of grace is a 21 to 28 day standard treatment program that has specialized therapists to tackle a multitude of issues (gambling, addiction services, grief, PTSD, Divorce, Officer involved shootings, etc.) This is a gold standard facility that takes confidentiality seriously. The facility is strictly First responder only and takes insurance. Please contact them to make sure they work with the number of insurances you may have. Agencies come from across the world to attend this facility. We have personally visited this facility. Workers all have a background with first responders.

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Our individualized care and support services address physical, emotional, spiritual, and social needs, and are provided at all end-of-life stages, including bereavement. It’s our team’s mission to make the final days and months of those who are ill as peaceful, meaningful and dignified as possible.

Offers 3 Long Island locations to assist parents or friends of a parent who has lost a child. A self-help organization offering friendship, understanding, and hope to bereaved families that have experienced the death of a child, grandchild, or sibling.

Harbor of grace is a 21 to 28 day standard treatment program that has specialized therapists to tackle a multitude of issues (gambling, addiction services, grief, PTSD, Divorce, Officer involved shootings, etc.) This is a gold standard facility that takes confidentiality seriously. The facility is strictly First responder only and takes insurance. Please contact them to make sure they work with the number of insurances you may have. Agencies come from across the world to attend this facility. We have personally visited this facility. Workers all have a background with first responders.

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In-patient rehabilitation programs feature personalized treatment plans and holistic care for sustainable, long-term recoveries.

Provides compassionate, quality treatment to all those affected by alcohol and drug dependency and other mental health issues.

In Patient substance abuse program in PA for Uniformed Professionals

Veteran owned establishment committed to providing trauma informed and addictions treatment with a specialized concentration on the needs of our Uniformed Service Members & First Responders.

Provides information, education, and treatment services to addicted persons and their families.

New York State OASAS- Licensed, to operate chemical dependency treatment programs. Treats addiction as the primary illness, but also deals with collateral problems most substance abusers present with upon admission to our programs (i.e. emotional, financial, familial, legal, spiritual, etc). Their objective is to help you make positive changes in your lifestyle and assist you in achieving a productive and fulfilled life, free of drugs and alcohol.

Offers services for anger management, alcohol treatment, mental health disorders, drug/alcohol testing, and substance abuse treatment.

Mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.

Fellowship of people who come together to solve their drinking problem. Membership is open to anyone at no cost who wants to do something about their drinking problem. A.A.’s primary purpose is to help alcoholics to achieve sobriety.

Three outpatient locationsTreat up to age 24 years old

County agency dedicated to providing programs and services for the over 60 population, Nassau County’s Office for the Aging empowers older persons to live more independently community wide.

Offers services for anger management, alcohol treatment, mental health disorders, drug/alcohol testing, and substance abuse treatment.

Caring for those who have served in our nation’s military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors.

Caring for those who have served in our nation’s military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors.

Serves veterans as an advocate for compensation, pension, education and training, vocational rehabilitation, and additional benefits for survivors, burial, and hospital care. The agency provides free transportation for veterans to either the Veterans Administration (VA) Hospital in Northport or the VA health clinic in East Meadow.