PTSD & Trauma Treatment in Atlantic County, New Jersey
Still Detox New Jersey treats PTSD and substance use together in the same residential program. On-site TMS and brain mapping are positioned for trauma, and private rooms give trauma survivors the space they need to engage in recovery.
Joint Commission Accredited
NJ Dept. of Health Licensed
SAMHSA Certified
TRICARE In-NetworkCan PTSD and addiction be treated at the same time?
Yes. Treating PTSD and substance use simultaneously produces better outcomes than addressing either condition alone.
PTSD and substance use reinforce each other. Substances suppress hyperarousal, nightmares and intrusive memories in the short term, but the relief is temporary and deepens both conditions. Integrated treatment breaks the cycle by addressing the trauma driving substance use while stabilizing the neurochemistry that maintains it.
At Still Detox NJ, the clinical team completes a PTSD assessment within 24 hours of admission. Veterans, first responders and civilians all receive a treatment plan that combines trauma-focused therapy with the substance-specific medical or residential pathway indicated by their primary substance.
Why does PTSD require inpatient-level treatment?
PTSD produces neurological dysregulation that outpatient settings are not equipped to stabilize safely when substance use is also present.
The combination of hyperarousal, dissociation, nightmares and substance cravings creates a level of instability that requires 24/7 clinical support. An inpatient environment provides continuous monitoring, immediate psychiatric access and the physical safety necessary for trauma processing to begin.
Why choose Still Detox New Jersey for PTSD treatment?
TMS for trauma, private rooms and a veteran-informed clinical team make Still Detox the right fit for PTSD recovery.
TMS Positioned for Trauma
On-site TMS is positioned for trauma survivors, veterans and service members.
Private Rooms
Trauma survivors receive private accommodations that provide the safety and control essential for therapeutic engagement.
3 Separable Group Rooms
Gender-separated and acuity-based groups ensure trauma processing happens in a safe, controlled clinical environment.
Veteran & First-Responder Experience
The clinical team understands military and first-responder trauma and designs programming around these populations.
Brain Mapping On Site
Quantitative brain mapping identifies trauma-related neural patterns and guides TMS treatment protocols.
What does PTSD treatment look like from admission to completion?
Residents follow a five-phase program that integrates trauma work with substance-use treatment from day one.
Intake & PTSD Assessment
The clinical team completes a comprehensive PTSD evaluation within 24 hours. A 72-hour communication blackout begins.
Medical Stabilization
Residents requiring detox complete the medical phase first. Those without detox needs enter programming directly.
Trauma-Focused Therapy
Individual sessions and trauma-informed groups address the experiences driving both PTSD and substance use.
TMS & Brain Mapping
TMS and brain mapping run on site, with TMS positioned for trauma, veterans and service members.
Discharge & Continuity Planning
The clinical team connects residents to outpatient trauma therapy, VA resources or community support before day 30.
Living Proof: Alumni in Recovery
Real transformations from Still Detox alumni who completed treatment.
What happens without treatment for PTSD with substance use?
Untreated PTSD with co-occurring substance use produces a compounding cycle that worsens both conditions.
Escalating Substance Use
PTSD symptoms intensify over time, driving higher doses and more frequent substance use to suppress hyperarousal and intrusive memories.
Functional Collapse
Untreated PTSD erodes relationships, employment and physical health. The combination with substance use accelerates every dimension of decline.
How do you pay for PTSD treatment at Still Detox New Jersey?
TRICARE is accepted in-network. Commercial insurance is accepted out-of-network.
TRICARE beneficiaries, including active-duty service members, military retirees and their families, receive in-network coverage at Still Detox NJ. Commercial plans, union plans and DocPay financing are also accepted. Call (609) 740-2100 for a same-day benefits verification.
- ✓Free verificationAdmissions reads your benefits and explains them before you commit.
- ✓TRICARE in-networkContracted through the U.S. Department of Defense.
- ✓Payment plansMonthly drafts arranged through DocPay.
- ✓Travel supportSliding-scale assistance for qualifying patients.
Still Detox does not claim network participation with commercial carriers. Plans are verified individually for out-of-network benefits before admission.
The Mays Landing Facility
Still Detox New Jersey is a new build on 33 owned acres with 44 beds, 6 private bedrooms, marble bathrooms, a gym inside the detox unit and an outdoor adventure course.
PTSD & Trauma Treatment FAQ
Does Still Detox treat PTSD without substance use?
PTSD treatment at Still Detox is integrated with substance-use programming. Residents receive both tracks simultaneously.
Is TMS available for PTSD at Still Detox New Jersey?
Yes. TMS runs on site at the Mays Landing facility and is positioned for trauma survivors, veterans and service members alongside substance use treatment.
Does Still Detox accept TRICARE for PTSD treatment?
TRICARE is in-network. TRICARE beneficiaries, including active-duty service members, military retirees and their families, receive in-network coverage.
Are private rooms available for trauma survivors?
Yes. Private rooms provide the safety and personal space that trauma survivors need for effective therapeutic engagement.
Is there a communication blackout at admission?
Yes, 72 hours. The blackout creates a stabilization window that is especially important for PTSD presentations.
Does Still Detox treat veterans and first responders?
Yes. The clinical team designs programming around military and first-responder trauma with TRICARE in-network.
How do I reach the NJ facility from Atlantic City?
Head 26 minutes west to 170 Route 50 in Mays Landing, accessible via the Atlantic City Expressway.
Begin PTSD Recovery in Atlantic County
Call (609) 740-2100 to verify TRICARE or commercial benefits and start integrated PTSD treatment at Still Detox New Jersey.
Medically reviewed by
Dr. Joseph Ordille, DO
Medical Director, Still Detox New Jersey
Dr. Joseph Ordille, DO, evaluates every client in person within 24 hours, sets taper schedules and approves high-acuity admissions. Meet the New Jersey clinical team.