About Guidance Center of Westchester Washington Street
The Guidance Center of Westchester on Washington Street provides accessible outpatient addiction treatment in Mount Vernon, New York. While the agency offers a broad continuum of mental health and housing support, its specialized programs serve as a critical resource for substance use recovery. The facility focuses on helping clients manage mental health disorders alongside addiction recovery and become active members of the community.
Serving Teens and Adults in English and Spanish
The Sunrise clinic delivers outpatient care for alcohol and substance use, while the METRO program specializes in medication assisted treatment for opioid dependency. Services are available for individuals as young as 12, with bilingual staff trained to treat co occurring mental health conditions and complex trauma. The center creates an inclusive environment that welcomes court mandated clients and those requiring immediate crisis intervention.
Clients in these programs engage in evidence based modalities, including individual, group, and family therapy designed to stabilize health and improve coping mechanisms. A unique feature of this facility is its walk in Urgent Care, allowing individuals to access mental health and addiction assessments without an appointment or referral. Treatment plans often integrate rehabilitation counseling and peer support to foster long term stability.
Housing Assistance and Other Holistic Services
Beyond addiction recovery, the center offers mental health wellness clinics and housing assistance as well as other rehabilitative services. Payment options include Medicaid, managed care plans and a sliding fee scale, ensuring that no one is turned away based on their ability to pay.
