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Call (732) 495-1474IOP in Union Beach, NJ
In a close-knit shore community, there are not many secrets. You see the same faces at the deli, at school pickup, at the firehouse fundraiser. The worry is not just about treatment itself — it is about who might see you walking in.
- 300 State Route 35, Unit 1&2, Keyport, NJ 07735
- ASAM Level 2.1
- Masters-level clinicians
Get started — confidential
A masters-level clinician replies. No pressure to commit.
- No referral needed
- Confidential
- Court / IDRC / DCP&P welcome
- ASAM Level 2.1 National clinical benchmark
- Masters-level clinicians Every intake assessment
- CBT · DBT · MI · MAT Evidence-based methods
- Dual diagnosis One integrated plan
- No referral needed Call or request online
It is close enough that the drive takes about 7 minutes. It is far enough that you are not walking past your neighbor’s house.
That closeness is one of the best things about Union Beach. It is also one of the reasons people here put off getting help for addiction or mental health struggles.
Resa Treatment Center is a short drive away in Keyport, at 300 State Route 35, Unit 1&2. For some people, that small bit of distance matters.
- Confidential assessment
- Your information is protected by federal confidentiality rules
- No pressure to commit
- A small borough
- a close-knit shore community — closeness cuts both ways, and everybody knows everybody
- 3.3 mi
- to 300 State Route 35, Keyport
Walking into a treatment center for the first time is hard no matter where you live, but it can feel harder in a small town where everyone seems to be watching. Resa’s intake process is designed to make that first step as straightforward as possible.
A Town That Already Knows What Recovery Looks Like
Union Beach · 2012
Union Beach rebuilt itself after Hurricane Sandy tore through in 2012. Homes were gutted. The school flooded. Families lived in temporary housing for months, some for years.
The town came back because people showed up for each other, day after day, even when progress felt painfully slow.
Recovery works the same way
It is not a single dramatic moment. It is showing up repeatedly, doing the work even when it does not feel like it is moving fast enough, and leaning on structure when motivation runs thin.
An intensive outpatient program provides that structure without pulling you out of the life you are trying to hold together.
- 9–15
- hours of structured care each week
- 4
- days a week the center runs groups
- 1
- integrated plan for substance use and mental health
What the Program Looks Like
Resa’s IOP follows ASAM Level 2.1 guidelines. Clients attend multiple sessions each week, totaling 9 to 15 hours of care. Sessions are available Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 9 PM and Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, which means both daytime and evening options.
The clinical approach is built around each individual rather than a fixed curriculum.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Maps out triggers, teaches how to say no in high-risk situations, and builds healthier daily routines.
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Skills for handling intense emotions without turning to substances — especially useful with a trauma history.
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Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Woven throughout. Clinicians help you explore your own reasons for change instead of lecturing.
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MAT & psychiatric support
MAT for alcohol or opioid use disorders, plus ongoing psychiatric care — medical and mental health under one roof.
Getting There
For a program that requires several visits per week, access is not a minor consideration. A shorter trip makes it easier to keep showing up.
Schematic — not to scale
- 3.3 miles By road to Keyport
- The distance shown is the road distance between Union Beach and Keyport.
- 8 min NJ Transit 817 bus
- The 817 runs between Union Beach and Keyport in about eight minutes.
- Nearby Hazlet train station
- On the North Jersey Coast Line, and the station closest to Resa in Keyport.
In text · From Union Beach, the Bayshore corridor leads to Resa at 300 State Route 35, Unit 1&2, Keyport. Drive times for all thirteen Bayshore communities are listed on the IOP Near Me page.
You are 7 minutes away. Start with a question, not a commitment.
Confidential · masters-level clinician · no referral needed
Rating
It has been 8 months since I started at RESA IOP. In the beginning, I came because I needed to. Today, I stay because I want to. I want to keep everything I have worked so hard to gain here. This program has truly changed my life. The counselors at RESA are amazing. I started with Ellen, who helped lay the groundwork for my recovery and helped me begin rebuilding myself. I later transitioned to Dory, and she has taught me so much about humility, self-respect, strength, and what it really means to fight for yourself. She taught me not to be ashamed of who I was, but to be proud of who I am becoming. Her words stay with me every single day. I am so grateful for her relentless determination, honesty, professionalism, and the way she refuses to let me give up on myself. She has helped me take the things that once damaged me and turn them into power, while helping me see and believe in the best parts of myself again. I also want to recognize the administrative staff, especially Kelly and Gina, and the director, Michael. Their compassion, dedication, and commitment to the people who walk through RESA's doors do not go unnoticed. They are a huge part of what keeps this program running smoothly and, ultimately, makes it possible for RESA to continue changing lives. RESA helped me break free from chains that kept me imprisoned for a very long time. It has given me tools, strength, accountability, and most importantly, hope. Seven months later, I am not the same woman who first walked through those doors — and I am incredibly proud of that. There truly are not enough thank-yous for what this program, Ellen, Dory, Kelly, Gina, Michael, and the entire RESA team have given me.
Resa is an exceptional facility with organized groups and compassionate staff !!
I can’t say enough positive things about Resa Treatment Center and the impact they had on my life. I attended their IOP program as a client after being in and out of treatment for many years, not only struggling with substance use but also with mental health and trauma. I had clean time before Resa, but I struggled with emotional sobriety. Resa helped me understand myself, my substance use, my trauma, and how to handle life in a healthier way. I’ve been clean since May 2, 2020, and I’m incredibly grateful for everything they taught me.The staff are phenomenal and genuinely care about their clients. I now work in the field as a counselor intern and regularly refer clients to Resa because I believe in the program and have experienced its impact firsthand. I will always be grateful to Resa for helping me build a life in recovery!
You can tell that the team at Resa Treatment Center truly cares about their clients. They do treat clients like human beings and not some number.
I highly recommend Resa Treatment Center. I have referred several of my friends who were suffering with mental health and substance abuse problems. I am beyond impressed by the level of care compassion and professionalism exhibited by the staff, therapist and owner Michael Palmieri. I want to extend my heart felt gratitude to Resa Treatment Center for helping my friends get on the road to recovery.
I highly recommend Resa Treatment Center for anyone seeking compassionate and professional mental health and or substance abuse treatment. The staff is truly dedicated to helping individuals on their journey to recovery. The owner Michael Palmieri goes above and beyond, making you feel heard and supported.
Where to start..well start here. I was having a very rough time at a point in my life I did not now where to turn or who to ask for help then I walked into the threshold of Resa actually I was forced to go there by probation when I first met Mike it was so nice this man saved my life there's absolutely no exaggeration there Mike made me understand that life is worth living he helped me in so many ways I can't possibly thank him enough ❤️ I truly believe it was God who caused us to cross paths this man truly does care about you. Mike if you see this please know I am eternally grateful for you and everything you did for me he is literally Saint Michael in the flesh thank you so much if you're thinking about going into treatment then it's already time to go make your appointment change your life
Resa has helped me get my life to where I want it to be! I got everything from 1:1 counselling sessions, group therapy and DBT classes and a doctor who helped me adjust my medication; he helped me wean off safely from medication I no longer needed. I found a support system, people in recovery that TRULY care. I couldn't have celebrated over a year of sobriety, and continue it one day at a time, without them. Every single person that works there is there to help, to be of service. The true vibe is incomparable.
Resa Treatment Center has been a key factor in my recovery from addiction, providing a nurturing environment and supportive staff. Their dedication and approach have greatly aided my healing journey, leaving me immensely grateful for their impact on my life.
Everyone there is just absolutely amazing! They truly care about each and every one of their clients
Best place I've ever gone to the people really care and they go above and beyond to help it's different than any other places I've been to would recommend resa treatment to anyone looking for help
Resa has helped me see the light at the end of a dark tunnel. The staff treats everyone the respect and dignatiy. I would recommend Resa to anyone looking to get clean and sober. Serenity, Courage, Wisdom ❤️
Starting the Conversation
A masters-level clinician leads a confidential assessment covering substance use history, mental health concerns, medical needs, and personal goals. There is no pressure to commit to anything during that conversation. It is about understanding what you are dealing with and whether the program is a good fit.
- Confidential from the first phone call
- No referral needed
- No pressure to commit to anything
- Come on your own, with family, or through a court referral
Court, probation, Recovery Court, IDRC, or DCP&P referral? Mention it on the form — we work with all of them.
Ask a question — confidentially
Six fields. A masters-level clinician replies — usually same day.
No referral needed. Your information is protected by federal confidentiality rules.
If you live in Union Beach and have been turning this over in your head, the hardest part is making the call.
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No referral is needed. Resa serves people who come on their own, with support from family, or through court, probation, Recovery Court, IDRC, or DCP&P referrals.