The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center

Sylvia Brafman stands out with its comprehensive "5-Lane Approach" (Clinical, Psychiatric, Medical, Spiritual, Vocational), ensuring holistic care. Unlike many facilities, they provide private rooms and bathrooms for all residential clients. Additional unique features include a dedicated Career Launch Program and a strong emphasis on integrated dual-diagnosis and family systems treatment.

A wide range of evidence-based and holistic therapies are used, including CBT, DBT, EMDR, TMS, psychodynamic therapy, and MAT. This is complemented by art, music, and nature therapy, as well as yoga, meditation, and mindfulness practices.

They specialize in dual diagnosis, using a multidisciplinary, integrated approach. Personalized treatment plans address both mental health conditions (like anxiety, depression, bipolar, PTSD) and substance use disorders concurrently, ensuring all aspects of a client's health are treated.

The program offers "12-step program support," meaning it incorporates or accommodates the 12-step model for clients who find it beneficial, but it is not a strictly 12-step program. No mention of SMART Recovery or Celebrate Recovery is made.

No, the program is not faith-based. However, its "5-Lane Approach" includes a Spiritual Lane, which focuses on helping clients find purpose and connection through non-denominational practices like mindfulness and meditation, adaptable to any belief system.

The facility opened in 2021.

Costs vary based on insurance coverage and the level of care required. For self-pay clients, the estimated cost is around $40,000 per month. It is best to call for a free benefits check and precise pricing.

Yes, they accept most major private health insurance plans. They also accept cash/self-payment. They do not accept Medicare or Medicaid.

No, detox services are not provided on-site. Clients requiring medical detoxification will need to complete it at a partner facility before admission. The admissions team can help coordinate this process.

Yes, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is part of their comprehensive and integrated care model and is used when clinically appropriate to support recovery from substance use disorders.

Length of stay is based on individual clinical needs. They offer both short-term residential programs (less than 30 days) and long-term programs (30 days or more).

The living quarters are designed to feel like a comfortable, single-story hotel. Yes, all clients in the residential program receive a private room with a private, en-suite bathroom.

No, it is an open campus. The facility is not locked, which fosters an atmosphere of mutual trust and encourages clients to take personal responsibility for their recovery journey.

Yes to both. Clients are generally allowed to use personal electronics like phones and laptops, and Wi-Fi is provided. Smoking and vaping are permitted in designated outdoor areas.

Bring: Comfortable clothing, modest swimwear, alcohol-free personal hygiene items, prescription meds in original bottles, ID and insurance card, and personal comfort items.

Leave at Home: Any drugs/alcohol, weapons, aerosol sprays, revealing clothing, and products containing alcohol (e.g., mouthwash). Limit valuables.