Compare 29 addiction treatment centers in and around Syracuse, reviewed against accreditation and licensing standards. Filter by level of care, insurance accepted, and specialty programs to narrow down drug and alcohol rehab options in New York for yourself or someone you love.
2316 Surf Ave · New York City, NY 11224New York City, NY 11224
New York City · Detox, Outpatient
Surfpoint Recovery provides substance abuse treatment in Brooklyn, New York. They offer a welcoming facility in Coney Island where guests can relax close to the beach and focus on recovery without distractions. Modern Amenities Provided The team wants guests to…
1330 County Road 132 · Ovid, NY 14521Ovid, NY 14521
Ovid · Detox, Inpatient
Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center is a rehab located in Ovid, New York. Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center specializes in the treatment of addiction.
113 E 60th St · New York City, NY 10022New York City, NY 10022
New York City · Detox, Inpatient, Outpatient
Ascendant Detox is a full service addiction treatment center in New York City, New York. The programs they have include outpatient addiction treatment, detox and residential treatment. For adults with addiction and mental health issues, Ascendant Detox provides 24-hour medical…
334 West State Street · Ithaca, NY 14850Ithaca, NY 14850
Ithaca · Detox, Outpatient
Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services (CARS) has three treatment locations in New York, including this outpatient and opioid program in Ithaca. They provide medication assisted treatment (MAT), therapy and case management. CARS accepts walk-ins at the Ithaca location during business hours.…
243 West 18th Street · New York, NY 10011New York City, NY 10011
New York City · Detox, Inpatient, Outpatient
In Chelsea, Mountainside Treatment Center is an outpatient addiction treatment center in New York. The center admits adults and adolescents and has outpatient support for adolescents. The Young in Recovery track, the Professionals in Recovery track and the LGBTQ+ Resilience…
411 Van Brunt St · Brooklyn, NY 11231Brooklyn, NY 11231
Brooklyn · Detox, Inpatient, Outpatient
Urban Recovery, in Brooklyn, New York, provides medical detox and short term residential addiction treatment for adults. Services include a Seeking Safety program for those impacted by trauma or who have co-occurring PTSD alongside substance use disorder. Urban Recovery accepts…
21 Bloomingdale Road · White Plains, NY 10605White Plains, NY 10605
White Plains · Inpatient, Outpatient
NewYork Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health Center, located in White Plains, New York, provides residential substance use treatment for adults, as well as care for co-occurring mental health disorders. This location includes The Haven, which is a discreet upscale residential treatment…
293 Genesee Street · Utica, NY 13501Utica, NY 13501
Utica · Outpatient
The Rescue Mission of Utica is located at the center of Utica, New York, and has been helping residents fight mental health and substance abuse disorders since 1890. In their Addiction Stabilization Center, they take private and self-pay options to…
151 West 136th Street · New York, NY 10030New York City, NY 10030
New York City · Detox, Inpatient, Outpatient
Elev8 Centers, an addiction treatment center in New York, New York, admits adult men from 18 to 64. Inpatient medical detox has medical supervision and support staff on duty around the clock, and a stay commonly runs 5 to 6…
360 Forest Avenue · Buffalo, NY 14213Buffalo, NY 14213
Buffalo · Detox, Inpatient
The Margaret A Stutzman Addiction Treatment Center is a rehabilitation hospital in Buffalo, New York, that’s part of the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports. The hospital offers short term residential treatment for clients with substance use…
226 East 52nd Street · New York City, NY 10022New York City, NY 10022
New York City · Detox, Outpatient
New York Center for Living is an addiction recovery program for teens, young adults, and families in New York City. They specialize in “wraparound” care that combines outpatient and telehealth services based on the client’s unique needs. Dedicated programs for…
159-05 Union Turnpike · Fresh Meadows, NY 11366Fresh Meadows, NY 11366
Fresh Meadows · Detox, Inpatient
Serving the community of Fresh Meadows, New York, for over 40 years, Cornerstone is an inpatient addiction treatment center for adults. Here, you’ll find an inpatient treatment program and a detox program. While enrolled in treatment, you’ll learn tools for…
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Helio Health Meadows Integrated Outpatient Clinic |
329 North Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13203 |
Helio Health Meadows Integrated Outpatient Clinic is an outpatient addiction treatment center in Syracuse, New York offering integrated care for substance use disorders and mental health condition as well as problem gambling. They provide trauma informed and evidence based treatment focused on whole client recovery. Dual Recovery and Professionals Treatment Care typically begins with an evaluation or assessment followed by… |
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Crouse Health |
736 Irving Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13210 |
Addiction treatment is just one of the services offered at the Crouse Health hospital in Syracuse, New York. They provide a full range of addiction treatment services including medication assisted treatment. They even have specialty programs for pregnant/postpartum women and seniors. Following an evaluation, staff will recommend the least restrictive program that meets your needs. This ensures you’re getting an… |
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Crouse Health Opioid Treatment Program |
2775 Erie Boulevard, Syracuse, NY 13224 |
You'll find Crouse Health’s Opioid Treatment Program nestled in suburban Syracuse in New York. Syracuse University is not far from the facility, providing educational resources that may support your healing and recovery. Everson Museum of Art, Thornden Park and Onondaga Lake Park are all a short drive with scenic views and recreational activities between outpatient sessions. Addiction Care since 1963… |
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Helio Health James Street Residence |
3606 James Street, Syracuse, NY 13206 |
Helio Health James Street Residence is a men's community residence and sober living program in Syracuse, New York for clients in recovery from substance use disorders. The residential reintegration program serves up to 16 men at a time, providing structured housing for those who have completed inpatient rehab but still benefit from supportive living while continuing outpatient care. The approach emphasizes… |
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Helio Health Recovery Center |
714 Hickory Street, Syracuse, NY 13203 |
Helio Health Recovery Center is a drop in community center for people in recovery in Syracuse, New York. This is a safe and structured environment where people, friends, and families can gain access to recovery resources. Adults aged 18 and over can attend the center. All offerings are free. You’ll find groups like AA and mental health support. Specialized LGBTQ+… |
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Syracuse Recovery Services |
319 East Water Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 |
Syracuse Recovery Services (SRS) is a private agency that offers several outpatient services that can help individuals overcome substance use disorders (SUDs). In downtown Syracuse, New York, you’ll find one of their three locations offering care and support to individuals with addictions. It’s the only one of their locations that’s open on Saturdays, which makes it an ideal service for… |
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The Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic of Helio Health |
321 West Onondaga Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 |
The Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) at West Onondaga Street is a treatment center location of Helio Health. They’re located by Roesler Park in Syracuse in New York. They’re certified by the NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports to treat clients with substance use and mental health disorders. The clinic accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and other insurance coverages. Treatment… |
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Syracuse Community Health Center South Salina Street |
819 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 |
Syracuse Community Health Center South Salina Street is a drug and alcohol rehab and medical facility located in Syracuse, NY. They provide outpatient addiction treatment and mental health care. Treatment focuses on substance abuse, mental health crises, trauma, grief and loss, anger, depression, and any other behavioral issues. This program has a person centered approach concentrating on healing the mind,… |
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ARISE Onondaga County |
635 James Street, Syracuse, NY 13203 |
ARISE Onondaga County is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. ARISE Onondaga County specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Bright Path Counseling Center |
7266 Buckley Road, Syracuse, NY 13212 |
Bright Path Counseling Center is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Bright Path Counseling Center specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Christian Based Counseling Services |
2700 Bellevue Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13219 |
Christian Based Counseling Services is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Christian Based Counseling Services specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Circare Outpatient Behavioral Health Clinic |
620 Erie Boulevard West Suite 208, Syracuse, NY 13204 |
Circare Outpatient Behavioral Health Clinic is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Circare Outpatient Behavioral Health Clinic specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Syracuse Pavilion |
701 Erie Boulevard East, Syracuse, NY 13210 |
Syracuse Pavilion is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Syracuse Pavilion specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Hutchings Psychiatric Center |
620 Madison Street, Syracuse, NY 13210 |
Hutchings Psychiatric Center is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Hutchings Psychiatric Center specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Hutchings Psychiatric Center |
620 Madison Street, Syracuse, NY 13210 |
Hutchings Psychiatric Center is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Hutchings Psychiatric Center specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Hutchings Psychiatric Center |
620 Madison Street, Syracuse, NY 13210 |
Hutchings Psychiatric Center is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Hutchings Psychiatric Center specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Liberty Resources Integrated Health Care |
1045 James Street, Syracuse, NY 13203 |
Liberty Resources Integrated Health Care is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Liberty Resources Integrated Health Care specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Saint Josephs Hospital Health Center Behavioral Health Services |
742 James Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 |
Saint Josephs Hospital Health Center Behavioral Health Services is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Saint Josephs Hospital Health Center Behavioral Health Services specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Meadows Integrated Outpatient Clinic |
329 North Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13203 |
Meadows Integrated Outpatient Clinic is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Meadows Integrated Outpatient Clinic specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Syracuse Behavioral Healthcare Green Street Residence |
121-125 Green Street, Syracuse, NY 13203 |
Syracuse Behavioral Healthcare Green Street Residence is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Syracuse Behavioral Healthcare Green Street Residence specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Harriet May Mills House for Women |
1074 West Genesee Street, Syracuse, NY 13204 |
Harriet May Mills House for Women is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Harriet May Mills House for Women specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Lincoln House Residence for Men |
168 Lincoln Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13204 |
Lincoln House Residence for Men is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Lincoln House Residence for Men specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Helio Health Willows Inpatient Rehabilitation |
847 James Street, Syracuse, NY 13203 |
Helio Health Willows Inpatient Rehabilitation is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Helio Health Willows Inpatient Rehabilitation specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Syracuse VA Medical Center |
800 Irving Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13210 |
Syracuse VA Medical Center is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Syracuse VA Medical Center specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Syracuse VA Medical Center Erie West VA Clinic |
620 Erie Boulevard West, Syracuse, NY 13204 |
Syracuse VA Medical Center Erie West VA Clinic is a rehab located in Syracuse, New York. Syracuse VA Medical Center Erie West VA Clinic specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Expert insight
“And when accessing harm reduction services, people struggling with addiction are more likely to enter recovery.”
I recently learned that a street outreach program used in New York City is being implemented in Syracuse, and I couldn’t be more supportive.
Onondaga County has used some of the money from opioid lawsuits and awarded $3.7 million to six organizations for outreach and addiction treatment efforts.
The money will be used towards medication-assisted treatment, harm reduction services, street outreach, increased access to Narcan and drug testing kits, and drug prevention in schools.
I think it's a great idea that the money is being spent in these specific and meaningful ways because if we don’t reduce harm, we don’t have a chance of saving a life.
By just pushing recovery and abstinence programs, we run the risk of not meeting people where they are at and that'd be dangerous, because of fentanyl infiltrating the drug supply.
People who take drugs need to be supported, not criminalized.
Frequently asked questions
Our directory is built to help you compare real treatment options, not to sell placement. Every facility listed for Syracuse is a licensed or certified provider, and we organize listings so the most relevant, verifiable programs surface first.
When we order and present rehab centers, we weigh a consistent set of factors:
We do not accept payment in exchange for higher placement. Listings reflect what each program actually offers so you can make a side-by-side comparison and decide what fits your situation.
Syracuse is the seat of Onondaga County and the hub of Central New York. The treatment options reflect that role as a regional care center. Our directory currently lists 30 rehab facilities in and around the city, spanning medical detox, residential care, standard outpatient clinics, and dual diagnosis programs.
People traveling from surrounding counties such as Cayuga, Cortland, Madison, and Oswego often come to Syracuse for higher levels of care, so the local landscape is broader than the city's size alone would suggest. You can compare programs across the wider state on our New York rehab directory.
Major health systems and long-standing community providers anchor treatment in the area. Crouse Health runs chemical dependency treatment and a withdrawal management unit on Irving Avenue.
St. Joseph's Health provides hospital-based services, and Helio Health operates outpatient and recovery programs from North Salina Street.
These providers, along with the region's SUNY Upstate addiction care resources, give Syracuse a concentration of clinical expertise that smaller Central New York communities lack. If you are weighing where to begin, our overview of addiction treatment options explains how the levels of care fit together.
The county's substance use picture has shifted in recent years. Onondaga County reported one of its worst stretches during the height of the overdose crisis, but preliminary county data for 2024 showed opioid-involved deaths falling to 90 from 156 the year before, which local officials attribute to expanded harm reduction and outreach.
Fentanyl remains the dominant driver of overdose deaths, and county programs continue to prioritize opioid use disorder treatment and naloxone access.
The Onondaga County Health Department's Substance Use Initiatives program coordinates much of this work, connecting residents to treatment, recovery, and harm reduction services and distributing naloxone and fentanyl test strips at no cost.
The county has also directed millions from opioid settlement funds toward medication-assisted treatment, street outreach, and a planned recovery drop-in center developed with Catholic Charities and AccessCNY.
Treatment costs in Syracuse follow New York's statewide averages, with upstate programs generally running closer to the state's regional baseline than the higher private-pay rates seen in New York City and Long Island.
The figures below reflect the full cost of care without insurance and cover a mix of program lengths and settings. In practice, most people pay far less once insurance, Medicaid, or sliding-scale pricing is applied.
These averages are pulled up by the most intensive levels of care, especially medically supervised detox and residential inpatient rehab.
Community-based outpatient programs and New York's OASAS-funded clinics typically cost far less, and many Syracuse residents qualify for coverage that reduces out-of-pocket spending to little or nothing. Several factors influence the final price:
Because Syracuse sits in New York's upstate cost region, local private-pay rates tend to land at or near the state average rather than above it. If cost is a concern, start by verifying your rehab benefits; the difference between the sticker prices above and what you actually pay is usually substantial.
Across the 30 Syracuse-area facilities in our directory, programs accept a wide range of payment types, from private insurance and self-pay to Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, and sliding-scale fees.
New York has one of the largest publicly funded addiction treatment systems in the country, run through the state Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS), which helps keep care accessible for residents without private coverage.
The right payment path depends on your coverage and situation. Here is how the most common options work for Syracuse residents.
Seventeen Syracuse-area facilities accept Medicare, which covers medically necessary addiction treatment for adults 65 and older and for some younger people with disabilities.
Coverage generally includes inpatient hospital detox, outpatient services, and, since recent federal updates, services from Medicare-enrolled addiction counselors. You can learn more about how insurance covers addiction treatment and what to confirm before you enroll.
New York State Medicaid is accepted at 24 of the facilities in our Syracuse directory, making it one of the most widely used payment options locally.
Coverage is delivered through managed care plans such as Fidelis Care, Healthfirst, Molina, and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, as well as through OASAS-certified providers billing the state directly.
New York Medicaid covers a full range of services, including detox, outpatient care, residential treatment, and medication-assisted treatment with methadone or buprenorphine.
Twelve area programs accept TRICARE, the health program for active-duty service members, retirees, and their families. Coverage typically includes detox, inpatient and outpatient care, and medication-assisted treatment, though prior authorization rules vary by plan. Veterans in Central New York can also access care and benefits guidance through rehab resources for veterans and military.
Twenty-two Syracuse facilities work with private health insurance, and 29 accept self-payment. Under a 2024 update to New York insurance law, plans must reimburse in-network OASAS-certified outpatient providers at rates at least equal to Medicaid, which has widened access to covered outpatient treatment across the state.
If you are paying out of pocket, ask about sliding-scale pricing and payment plans before assuming a program is out of reach.
Seven area programs offer sliding-scale fees based on income, and 13 provide some form of financial assistance. These options, combined with OASAS-funded community clinics, mean cost does not have to be a barrier to starting treatment.
While none of the listed facilities advertise fully free treatment for all clients, New York's publicly funded system and county harm reduction services fill much of that gap.
Residents who cannot afford care may also qualify for help through rehab scholarships or nonprofit and faith-based programs described in the resources section below. Major insurance carriers used by Syracuse-area programs include:
Syracuse offers a full continuum of addiction care, including 7 medical detox facilities, 10 inpatient rehab programs, 23 standard outpatient clinics, and 23 programs equipped for co-occurring mental health conditions. That range lets people step down from intensive care to community-based treatment as they progress.
Medical detox is usually the first step when the body has become dependent on alcohol, opioids, or benzodiazepines. Programs provide 24-hour monitoring and medication to manage withdrawal safely. Crouse Health's withdrawal management unit on Irving Avenue is one local option for supervised detox.
Inpatient and residential rehab provides structured, live-in treatment away from daily triggers, typically over 30 to 90 days. This level suits people with more severe substance use or unstable home environments. Our guide to inpatient rehab explains what a residential stay involves.
Outpatient treatment lets people live at home while attending scheduled therapy and counseling, and it is the most common level of care in Syracuse. Programs range from weekly counseling to more structured schedules, and many local clinics such as Helio Health and Conifer Park offer outpatient and intensive outpatient programs.
Dual diagnosis programs treat addiction alongside conditions like co-occurring depression or anxiety. Because these conditions frequently occur together, integrated treatment tends to produce better outcomes than treating either alone.
Sober living homes offer substance-free transitional housing for people leaving residential treatment. They pair well with ongoing outpatient care and are an important part of rehab aftercare and long-term recovery.
Many Syracuse-area facilities tailor treatment to specific populations, recognizing that recovery needs differ by age, gender, background, and the substance involved. The counts below reflect programs in our directory that offer specialized tracks or services.
Gender-specific tracks are widely available, with 20 men's and 17 women's programs in the area. Twenty-nine programs serve young adults, a group that benefits from age-appropriate peer support and, in some cases, resources geared toward young adult and college student substance use given Syracuse's large student population.
Twelve programs are oriented toward older adults, whose treatment needs often intersect with chronic health conditions and prescription medications. Seven programs provide LGBTQ+ affirming addiction care, and two offer dedicated services for veterans and military families, complementing the region's VA resources.
Reflecting the substances most common locally, 21 programs focus on alcohol use disorder and 20 address opioid use disorder, the two conditions that drive the majority of treatment admissions in Onondaga County.
Beyond formal treatment programs, Syracuse and Onondaga County offer crisis support, harm reduction, and community-based services that are free or low cost. The following resources can help you find immediate help, get connected to care, or access naloxone and other supplies.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, reach out to the resources below or explore crisis and suicide prevention resources.
After several of its deadliest years on record, Onondaga County has seen encouraging movement: opioid-involved deaths fell to 90 in 2024 from 156 in 2023, a decline county officials credit to expanded harm reduction and community outreach.
Fentanyl continues to drive the majority of overdose deaths, and demand for treatment across the county remains high, underscoring the need for accessible opioid use disorder care.
The single-year drop in opioid deaths represents a roughly 40 percent decline in unattended opioid-related deaths, according to county officials, though public health staff caution that fentanyl's presence in the local drug supply keeps the risk of a reversal high.
Compared with national trends, the decline mirrors a broader easing in overdose deaths seen across the United States, which you can view in context with our national substance use statistics.
Editor
Gayle Morris, BSN, MSN
Gayle Morris BSN, MSN, practiced as a pediatric nurse and nurse practitioner for over 20 years before hanging up her stethoscope and picking up a pen. She has been a freelance writer in health, wellness, fitness, and mental health for…
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