Valley Spring's Mental Health Program delivers six hours of structured daily treatment in a supportive clinical environment — the most intensive outpatient level for individuals stepping down from inpatient care or those who need daily therapeutic structure.
"The PHP program at Valley Spring gave me a full daily structure that I desperately needed after detox. The clinicians truly care — every session felt personal, not generic."
"I was terrified to start treatment. Valley Spring made me feel safe from day one. The small group sizes meant I actually got heard, and the wellness activities helped me find peace."
"The combination of real clinical therapy and practical life skills was exactly what I needed. Stepping down from PHP to IOP felt natural because the team prepared me for each transition."
Valley Spring's Mental Health Program is designed for individuals transitioning from inpatient treatment or those who require structured daily clinical support without overnight stays.
The Mental Health Program represents Stage 1 — Restore — of our continuum of care. Clients attend six days a week, Mon/Wed/Fri, from Mon/Wed/Fri, 3 hrs/day, virtual, engaging in a comprehensive blend of process groups, psychoeducation, wellness activities, and individual therapy.
What distinguishes this program is the clinical depth of each day. Mornings begin with process groups of fewer than ten people, where participants work through real-time emotional and behavioral challenges with direct clinician guidance. Midday shifts to psychoeducation — structured learning about the neuroscience of addiction, relapse triggers, and coping frameworks.
After a catered lunch, afternoons focus on health and wellness across five pillars: physical, emotional, nutritional, social, and spiritual. Each day closes with an elective chosen by the client — art therapy, journaling, meditation, or movement-based activities. The structure gives clients rhythm and routine, two things that substance use profoundly disrupts.
Each day follows a carefully designed therapeutic arc — building from emotional processing through education into practical wellness skills.
Our clinicians are trained in multiple evidence-based therapeutic approaches, tailoring treatment to each individual's needs, trauma history, and recovery goals.
Identifying and restructuring negative thought patterns that fuel addictive behaviors and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Building distress tolerance, emotional regulation, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness skills for sustained recovery.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing for clients with trauma histories — processing past events that contribute to substance use.
Strengthening internal motivation for change through collaborative, non-confrontational therapeutic conversations.
Art, music, movement, and adventure-based activities that access emotions and experiences beyond what talk therapy reaches.
Every clinical interaction recognizes the prevalence and impact of trauma — creating safety, trust, and empowerment at every step.
When clinically appropriate, our medical team integrates FDA-approved medications to reduce cravings, manage withdrawal, and support long-term sobriety — always alongside therapy, never as a standalone solution.
From clinical rigor to compassionate community, here is what sets our Mental Health Program apart from every other option in the region.
Smaller groups mean more individual attention, faster rapport, and better clinical outcomes than industry averages.
We meet the highest national standards for quality, safety, and outcomes in behavioral health treatment.
Recognized as the top-rated treatment center in New Jersey based on patient outcomes and community impact.
Mon/Wed/Fri programming provides the consistent daily rhythm that early recovery demands.
FDA-approved medications including Suboxone, Vivitrol, and Brixadi — always paired with active therapy.
EMDR-trained therapists address the root trauma that underlies most substance use disorders.
Within three days of admission, every client has a dedicated case manager coordinating their full treatment plan.
Gender-responsive programming addresses the unique clinical needs, trauma patterns, and recovery paths of women.
Nutritious lunches provided every day — because recovery includes rebuilding physical health and healthy habits.
Located in Norwood, Bergen County — just across the George Washington Bridge. Accessible from all five boroughs and northern NJ.
When you are ready, transition directly into our 5-day or 3-day IOP with the same clinical team. No gaps, no new intake.
Our Norwood location was designed with recovery in mind — warm, clinical spaces that feel nothing like an institution and everything like a place of healing.
Every client moves through four distinct phases — each building on the last, each bringing you closer to sustained recovery and independent living.
Within 72 hours of admission, your clinical team completes a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment and develops an individualized treatment plan. Case management is assigned immediately. The focus is medical stabilization, establishing therapeutic rapport, and creating safety.
The core of the program. Daily process groups, psychoeducation, and individual therapy sessions address the root causes of addiction — trauma, co-occurring disorders, relationship patterns, and cognitive distortions. MAT is initiated or adjusted as clinically indicated.
As stabilization deepens, the focus shifts to practical life skills: stress management, healthy communication, relapse prevention planning, and rebuilding routines. Wellness activities and client electives play a larger role. The clinical team begins step-down planning.
Clients transition to IOP (5-day or 3-day) with the same clinical team — no new intake, no waiting period. The Wednesday team meeting ensures continuity. Your recovery plan, support network, and coping toolkit are solidified before you step down.
Admissions are available 24/7. Most clients begin treatment within 24–48 hours of their first call. Here is exactly what the process looks like.
Our admissions team is available 24/7. Call now to verify your insurance and learn how the Mental Health Program can start working for you.
Call (201) 781-8812Licensed therapists, certified addiction counselors, medical professionals, and case managers — all working together in weekly team meetings to coordinate your care.
Oversees all clinical programming, supervises treatment teams, and ensures every client receives individualized, evidence-based care throughout their time at Valley Spring.
Conducts individual therapy sessions, facilitates process groups, and develops treatment plans integrating CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused interventions.
Manages all medication-assisted treatment protocols, medical assessments, and collaborates with the clinical team on integrated care for co-occurring conditions.
Assigned within 72 hours of admission. Coordinates insurance, family communication, step-down planning, and connects clients with community resources.
Leads the five-pillar wellness programming — physical, emotional, nutritional, social, and spiritual activities that complement clinical treatment.
Valley Spring accepts most major insurance plans. Our admissions team verifies your benefits before you arrive — usually within minutes during your first call.
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Valley Spring Recovery Center sits at 830 Broadway in Norwood, Bergen County — just minutes from the George Washington Bridge. Our location is accessible from all five NYC boroughs, northern New Jersey, and Rockland County, NY. Recovery should not require relocating your life.
Admissions are available 24/7. Insurance verification takes minutes. Most clients begin treatment within 24–48 hours.
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