- 11 LGBTQ programs within 10 miles
- 108 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles
- 223 LGBTQ programs within 50 miles
- Nassau County, New York · population 20,130
Talk with an independent helpline about LGBTQ programs near Merrick, what your insurance covers and how soon you can start. Available 24/7.
Call 866-825-1171LGBTQ Rehab programs closest to Merrick
Mercy Hall – Residential Reintegration
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialDrug treatmentDual diagnosisCARE Center – Outpatient Clinic 1
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Dual diagnosisTrauma-informedHispanic Counseling Center Inc – Outpatient Clinic
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Alcohol treatmentDual diagnosisTrauma-informedCenter for Rapid Recovery Inc – Outpatient Clinic
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Trauma-informedVictory Recovery Partners – Outpatient Clinic 4
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDrug treatmentEAC Network – New Path Treatment Center
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPDrug treatmentTrauma-informedNorthwell Health – Project Outreach/Outpatient Drug Free
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Alcohol treatmentDual diagnosisTrauma-informedVictory Recovery Partners – Outpatient Clinic 3
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDrug treatmentSeafield Services Inc – Outpatient
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDrug treatmentBridge Back to Life Center Inc
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDetoxNassau Alternative Advocacy Program OP – SA Treatment and Patient Advocacy
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDetoxNew Day Treatment Center LLC – Outpatient Clinic
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDrug treatmentEvery listing comes from the SAMHSA National Directory of Substance Use Treatment Facilities, where the facility reported offering a program or group for LGBTQ clients; ratings come from public business data. Services change, so confirm details with the program. See all LGBTQ programs in New York.
What the programs near Merrick offer
Of the 12 listed programs shown here, 10 accept private insurance, 12 offer trauma-related counseling, 12 offer cognitive behavioral therapy, 6 offer a sliding fee scale, 11 offer telehealth, 1 provide inpatient or residential care, 10 treat co-occurring mental health conditions, and 9 run a program for clients with HIV. Always confirm with the program before you go.
Levels of care within 25 miles of Merrick
Counts of LGBTQ programs that report each service to SAMHSA, out of 108 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles.
| Service | Programs |
|---|---|
| Residential treatment | 15 |
| Hospital inpatient care | 2 |
| Detox services | 30 |
| Partial hospitalization (PHP) | 2 |
| Intensive outpatient (IOP) | 32 |
| Regular outpatient | 86 |
| Trauma-related counseling | 105 |
| Telehealth | 99 |
Nearby cities to compare
| City | Distance from Merrick | LGBTQ Rehab programs within 10 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Bellmore, NY | 1 mile | 11 |
| Freeport, NY | 2 miles | 13 |
| North Merrick, NY | 2 miles | 11 |
| Roosevelt, NY | 3 miles | 11 |
| Wantagh, NY | 3 miles | 11 |
Care that includes transgender and nonbinary people
Transgender and nonbinary people often report being misgendered or treated poorly in health care settings, which can make treatment feel unsafe. Before you enroll, ask how the program handles names and pronouns, room assignments, bathrooms and continuing gender-affirming hormones.
Read our transgender rehab guide for more.
Family, rejection and recovery
Many LGBTQ people carry experiences of family rejection or strained relationships into treatment. Research on LGBTQ young people has linked family rejection with higher rates of substance use and depression, while family acceptance is protective.
Good programs make room for chosen family and offer family sessions when they help. Our guide on family rejection and recovery covers this in more depth.
What LGBTQ rehab looks like
Expect a mix of individual counseling, group therapy and skills work such as cognitive behavioral therapy and relapse prevention. In an LGBTQ group, topics often include coming out, minority stress, dating and social life in recovery, and rebuilding support.
Ask each program near Merrick how often its LGBTQ group meets and whether it is part of every client's schedule or optional.
Outpatient and IOP options near Merrick
If you need to keep working or caring for family, outpatient care may fit. We list 92 programs within 25 miles of Merrick that report intensive outpatient, day treatment or regular outpatient services. Intensive outpatient programs usually meet several days a week, and partial hospitalization runs most of the day while you sleep at home. See LGBTQ IOP and day programs.
New York rules and programs that affect treatment
These state-level facts apply to everyone seeking LGBTQ rehab in Merrick.
Who oversees treatment
New York's Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) certifies addiction treatment providers; a provider needs the OASAS Commissioner's approval before opening a facility or offering a new service.
Prescription monitoring
New York's prescription monitoring program is the PMP Registry (part of I-STOP, the Internet System for Tracking Over-Prescribing), run by the Department of Health's Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement. It gives prescribers access to patients' dispensed controlled substance histories.
Insurance and cost
Federal parity rules generally require health plans that cover substance use treatment to cover it on terms comparable to other medical care. Your cost depends on your plan, deductible and the program's network status, so verify benefits first. Our insurance guides explain how major carriers handle rehab.
Free, confidential help finding LGBTQ programs near Merrick. Independent helpline, 24/7.
Call 866-825-1171Frequently asked questions
Will my information stay private?
Federal rules (42 CFR Part 2) give substance use treatment records extra confidentiality protections beyond standard health privacy law. Ask any program how it handles your records and who can see them.
How long does rehab last?
It depends on the level of care and your progress. Residential programs commonly run several weeks, and outpatient care often continues for months.
What does it mean that a program reports an LGBTQ program?
Each listed facility told SAMHSA's national treatment survey that it offers a program or group specifically for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer clients. It's self-reported, so ask the program how the group works and how often it meets.
Can I bring my partner or chosen family into treatment?
Many programs offer family sessions and let you define who counts as family. Ask at intake whether partners and chosen family can take part.
More treatment options near Merrick
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LGBTQ Rehab in nearby cities
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Guides
- Why LGBTQ-Specific Addiction Treatment Matters | LGBTQ Rehab
- Questions to Ask an LGBTQ Rehab Before You Enroll
- Transgender Rehab: Finding Addiction Treatment That Respects Your Gender
- Minority Stress and Addiction: How Stigma Affects Substance Use
- Family Rejection, Chosen Family and Recovery
- LGBTQ-Friendly vs LGBTQ-Specific Rehab: What's the Difference?