About Us

True healing is possible and it all begins with finding the right support. BlueCrest Counseling Center provides a welcoming, structured environment where adults in New Jersey can receive evidence-based care specifically designed to help you navigate mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, and bipolar disorder. If your journey also includes recovery from substance use, our specialized evening programming offers the targeted and compassionate guidance you need to build a strong foundation for long lasting wellness.

Our Mission

We provide proven clinical care to adults seeking a healthier and more fulfilling life. By combining our comprehensive daily programming with structured supportive housing, we create an immersive healing environment where you can step away from everyday stressors and focus entirely on your recovery. We are committed to maintaining a welcoming, highly supportive space where you feel guided every step of the way toward lasting wellness.

Our primary focus are mental health treatments for conditions including:

For those navigating substance use disorders, we offer a dedicated Evening IOP program designed to support lasting recovery.

What Sets Us Apart?

We believe that true healing happens on every level of your mind, body, and spirit. At BlueCrest, we integrate our proven clinical methods with holistic practices to address the root causes of your struggles rather than just treating the symptoms. By maintaining small group sizes, we make sure you receive the highly individualized attention you deserve.

We also know that your environment is a fundamental part of the recovery process. That is why our program pairs your daily treatment with our structured supportive housing, creating a fully immersive, welcoming sanctuary that allows you to focus entirely on your well-being in a space that feels like a retreat rather than a clinic.

Our evidence-based methods include:

By offering a comprehensive range of addiction treatment therapies, we are able to better serve clients in our outpatient center.

Addiction Services

Our programs are designed to meet you where you are. Whether you are seeking structured mental health treatment or support with substance use recovery

BlueCrest offers multiple levels of outpatient care – with a clinical team and peer community that make the process feel human, personal, and achievable.

Mental Health Program

Our primary program offers Adult Partial Care and Outpatient levels of care for adults navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. Small groups, individualized attention, and a healing environment set us apart.

Evening IOP Program

Our Evening Intensive Outpatient Program provides structured addiction treatment with evening scheduling, so clients can maintain work and family commitments while building a strong foundation for lasting recovery.

Co-Occurring Rehab Program

Mental health issues and substance use disorders often go hand-in-hand. Our co-occurring rehab program helps clients manage their mental health while overcoming addictive behaviors.

Men’s Rehab Program

Men’s rehab is a specialized treatment program tailored for men, addressing unique societal pressures, emotional challenges, and stressors they face in addiction recovery.

Women’s Rehab Program

A specialized treatment program designed exclusively for women dealing with addiction, addressing the unique physiological, psychological, and social factors in addiction and recovery.

Find Out if Your Rehab Could Be Covered

We accept most major insurance providers to help make our treatment programs more accessible to our clients. Why wait to get the help you need if your cost could be little to nothing out-of-pocket? Verify your insurance now to find out.

Meet the Leadership

Richard S. Hession

Chief Executive Officer, Interventionist, Co-Founder

After shepherding one of his first sponsees into recovery, the man (who is still sober 20 years later) asked him to interview

Joe Governara

Chief Operating Officer, Co-Founder

Joseph began his career in the financial services industry working as an institutional bond broker for Wachovia Securities.

Linda LiCalsi

Chief Financial Officer

Linda began her journey as a Direct Care Counselor assisting people with disabilities to achieve mainstream potential through community support and services.

TESTIMONIALS

Restoring Lives with Compassionate Care

Our dedicated team provides compassionate care, guiding each individual on a personalized journey to rediscover themselves and reclaim their lives.

      
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   mike franklin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This has been such an amazing beneficial program. I recommend it to anyone. From the office staff to the clinicians, they all are so helpful, down to earth, willing to listen when you need them, as well as helpful in the aftercare planning process.
  
 
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   Fer Carrión 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommended. The professionalism and attention they provide is very efficient. The service I received exceeded my expectations.
  
 
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   Joseph Dealesandro 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Blue Crest has been great. Very helpful in teaching the necessary tools for coping with any type of mental disorder or addiction. Would recommend to anyone in need.
  
 
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   Shohan Rahman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. BlueCrest is a great facility for personal mental health and more. The staff is fantastic, sessions are great, and the overall content truly helps with coping skills to help with anxiety, stress, addiction, and more.

I utilize tools that I have learned from here and continue to help others, as well as those around me based on the knowledge they provide. Their content also helps me with my day to day at work with valuable insights that are transferable.
  
 
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   Tim Bruun 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. BlueCrest Counseling Center saved my life from day one at BlueCrest Detox through the Recovery Center and now the Counseling Center. I have been treated like family... so much patience, support, and love. I came here with only the clothes on my back and they also got me everything I needed clothing wise. I have never felt as accepted and loved as I do at BlueCrest.
  
 
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   ADELE KANE 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've been to 3 other rehabs and relapsed after a week each time.  I felt hopeless and didn't feel that I would ever get clean- it seemed impossible! BlueCrest seriously saved my life. The staff actually care and do everything in their power to make us comfortable and safe.  The house is beautiful and feels like a safe place.  The staff creates an environment of unity and commradery. The groups they run are so helpful.  I've become mentally stable and have faced my addiction head on thanks to the amazing staff.  I absolutely recommend BlueCrest if you're struggling with addiction and a mental malady.  Thank you BlueCrest!
  
 
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   Lesley Johnson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. BlueCrest Counseling has been a lifesaver to me. Not only is the center beautiful and comfortable, the house is amazing! The therapists have been not only kind but effective and shown their care and concern in an authentic way. I will be leaving soon and I will miss this place tremendously. They have helped me turn my life around as I worked to become addiction free. In closing, all I can say is that I am very grateful for this opportunity to heal. I definitely recommend BlueCrest to anyone who needs some help getting healthy!
  
 
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   Krazy Kid 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I truly enjoyed my time at this center, and I appreciate the entire staff for all they’ve done for me. The clinicians, as well as the entire staff, vouched to make sure that me and my peers’ needs were accommodated, and made sure all problems were addressed quickly. The housing staff is very nice, and I felt free to talk to anyone about what was bothering me, with assurance that I would receive help. I can honestly say that my time spent here has improved my mental health drastically, and I couldn’t recommend this recovery center more to anyone seeking help.
  
 
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   ronald tyburczy 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I started attending Bluecrest a month ago and find it extremely helpful in my recovery. I look forward to attending and am grateful for the support I have established.

Learn more about BlueCrest

More information about the launch of the BlueCrest Health Group counseling center can be found on the press release, alongside our Open House Event insights.

Find Hope at BlueCrest

We are dedicated to helping you and your family find hope for a healthier future. Whether you are navigating a mental health challenge or seeking support with substance use, our compassionate clinical team is here to guide you. Reach out today to learn more about our programs and take the first step toward lasting wellness.