Portum Behavior Annandale

Portum Behavior is an outpatient rehab center located in Annandale, New Jersey, built for adolescents facing mental health concerns, substance use, and other behavioral challenges. Several levels of outpatient care are offered here, among them an intensive outpatient program alongside a partial hospitalization program, a standard outpatient program, and virtual services. Care blends evidence-based therapeutic methods with wellness and creative pursuits such as meditation, yoga, art therapy, and music therapy, aiming to support healing of mind, body, and spirit.

Families are urged to play an active part in the adolescent's progress during treatment. That can mean joining family therapy sessions the treatment team recommends, which reinforce healthy relationships and help work through related underlying concerns. The rehab treats substance use disorders and mental health issues, offering personalized support shaped by each person's needs and diagnosis, practical tools that support recovery, and meaningful relationships within a supportive, healing atmosphere.

Programs at Portum Behavior

If a teen needs more structure than weekly counseling, then the partial hospitalization program at Portum Behavior provides several hours of treatment multiple days a week without an overnight stay. The center also offers an intensive outpatient program for those who need more frequent sessions than standard outpatient care, and a standard outpatient program for ongoing support. Virtual services are available for families who prefer remote participation.

The clinical team draws on evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-specific therapy, plus experiential methods such as art therapy, equine therapy, and meditation and mindfulness. When a teen is struggling with co-occurring conditions like anxiety, depression, ADHD, or bipolar disorder, these therapies can be adjusted to address both the mental health and the substance use sides of care. Family involvement is a core piece, and family therapy sessions are available to support healthy relationships and address underlying concerns.

1. Art Therapy
2. Family Involvement
3. Online Therapy
4. Meditation & Mindfulness
5. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
6. Individual Treatment
7. Evidence-Based
8. Mindfulness Therapy
9. Experiential Therapy
10. Trauma-Specific Therapy

Who Portum Behavior Serves

1. Adolescents of all genders, including boys and girls.
2. Adolescents dealing with a substance use disorder and a mental health issue simultaneously.
3. Individuals dealing with alcohol, benzodiazepines, cocaine, heroin, marijuana, methamphetamine, and other drug use.
4. Those experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, personality disorders, and eating disorders.
5. Families seeking an outpatient level of care that allows the adolescent to remain at home.

Setting and how long you stay

Portum Behavior is a 16-30 bed facility that opened in 2023. The center provides access to nature, a fitness center, an outdoor lounge, walking trails, and air-conditioned rooms. Activities include adventure outings, games, and physical fitness. The program is offered in English and includes holistic elements such as yoga and art therapy. Program length varies based on individual needs and is determined during the initial assessment.

1. Outdoor Lounge
2. Access to Nature
3. Walking Trails
4. Fitness Center

Paying for Treatment at Portum Behavior

Portum Behavior accepts payment in cash, and the center may take insurance. Because benefits vary from one plan to another and by level of care, confirm coverage directly with the center before admission. If you are unsure whether your plan pays for outpatient care for a teen, our helpline can help you check your insurance benefits and connect you with the center's admissions office.

Key questions before you enter

1. What insurance plans does Portum Behavior accept, and what is the process for verifying coverage?
2. How long do adolescents typically stay in each level of care (PHP, IOP, outpatient)?
3. What is the staff-to-patient ratio, and what are the credentials of the clinical team?
4. How does the center involve families in treatment, and how often are family sessions held?
5. What should I do if my child requires a more intensive level of care, like inpatient detox or residential treatment?