Adolescent Mental Health & Substance Use Treatment · Annandale, NJ
When your family needs help, we know how to start.
Compassionate, trauma-informed outpatient care for teens and young adults — and the families who walk beside them.
Where Do I Start?
Find your starting point.
Most parents arrive at this page in the middle of a hard moment. Pick the path that fits where you are right now.
Step 1
Is your teen struggling?
Recognize the signs of anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral changes, or substance use — and learn what we treat.
Step 2
Not sure what level of care?
We offer four outpatient programs — Partial Care, IOP, Virtual IOP, and Aftercare. Each fits a different stage of recovery.
Step 3
Worried about insurance?
We’re in-network with most major insurance providers. Verify your coverage in under 2 minutes — confidential, no commitment.
What Happens When You Call
Three steps — no pressure, no commitment.
1
You call us
Speak with an admissions specialist — confidentially, at no cost. We listen first. Tell us what’s going on at your own pace.
2
Free clinical assessment
We schedule a thorough evaluation with one of our licensed clinicians to understand your teen’s needs and recommend the right level of care.
3
Personalized treatment plan
If we’re the right fit, we build a custom plan integrating individual, group, and family therapy — at whatever level of care your teen needs.
Treatment Programs
Four outpatient programs, one coordinated team.
Different teens need different intensity. Our four levels of care let your family start at the right point — and step down naturally as they progress.
Conditions We Treat
Conditions This Therapy Helps With
Specialized Therapies
Therapies chosen for what each teen needs.
We don’t believe one therapy fits every teen. Our clinicians combine cognitive-behavioral approaches (CBT, DBT, ACT), experiential modalities (art therapy, yoga & meditation, music), and integrated supports (family systems, medication management) — coordinated together rather than offered piecemeal.
Why Portum
Why families choose Portum Wellness & Recovery.
You’re not just picking a treatment center. You’re picking a team that’s going to know your teen by name, understand your family’s specific situation, and walk alongside both of you for as long as it takes.
- Trauma-Informed Foundation — every therapy we offer is rooted in safety, trust, and emotional readiness
- Adolescent-Focused — programs designed specifically for teens and young adults, not adapted from adult care
- Family Engagement — parents are partners in treatment, not bystanders
- Evidence-Based Care — proven clinical methods delivered with compassion
- Local and Accessible — Annandale-based, serving Hunterdon County and the greater New Jersey region
Trauma-informed care at Portum isn’t a philosophy — it’s the clinical foundation that supports true recovery and long-term emotional well-being.
Meet the Team
Licensed clinicians who specialize in adolescents.
Our leadership brings over 100 combined years of experience in adolescent mental health, psychiatry, and substance use treatment.
Dr. Akhtar Hossain, MD
Chief Medical Officer
Adeena Jacobson, BCBA
Founder & CEO
Jeffrey Decker, MHA
COO
Bill Stover, LCSW
Senior Clinical Director
From Families We've Served
Real parents. Real outcomes.
If your parent showed you this page...
Here's what we want you to know.
We’re not here to fix you. There’s nothing wrong with you. Whatever you’re dealing with — the anxiety, the sadness, the substances, the not-knowing-why-you-feel-this-way — it’s not a character flaw.
What we do is help you figure out what’s going on, give you actual tools that work, and let you go at your own pace. You don’t have to talk about anything you’re not ready to talk about. You won’t be judged. You can keep going to school. You can still see your friends.
And if you want — you can be the one to call us. We’ll listen.
Parent FAQs
Common questions before you call.
How do I know if my teen needs treatment?
If you've noticed persistent changes — withdrawal from friends or activities, declining grades, mood swings, sleep changes, substance use, or expressions of hopelessness — that have lasted more than a few weeks and are interfering with daily life, a confidential assessment can help. There's no cost to talk with us, and we'll be honest with you about whether treatment is the right fit.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes. We're in-network with most major insurance providers. The fastest way to know what your plan covers is to verify your benefits with us — takes about 2 minutes, completely confidential, no commitment.
What ages do you treat?
We specialize in adolescents and young adults ages 13–18. Our programs are designed specifically for this developmental stage — not adapted from adult care models.
Will my teen have to stop going to school?
Not necessarily. All of our programs are outpatient, meaning your teen still lives at home. Our Partial Care program is intensive (5 days/week, typically 6 hours/day) and most teens take a planned leave from school during it. Our IOP and Virtual IOP allow your teen to continue attending school. We work with families to coordinate with schools whenever possible.
What if we're not sure what's going on?
That's exactly why we offer a free confidential assessment. You don't need a diagnosis or a clear answer before calling us. Many families call because something feels off — and we help them figure out what's happening and what (if anything) to do about it.
How long does treatment take?
It depends on your teen and their specific needs. Most teens spend 4-8 weeks in our higher levels of care (Partial Care or IOP), then step down to our Aftercare program for ongoing support. There's no rigid timeline — your teen progresses at the pace that's right for them.
Contact An Admissions Specialist 24/7, A Safe Space to Heal Is Waiting
Call to learn more about our treatment programs, admissions process, and pricing.
Transportation available.
Most Major Insurance Accepted, Call Us Today!
Admissions & Insurance
We accept most major insurance plans and can quickly and confidentially verify your benefits to help you understand your coverage options. Our team is committed to making it easier for your loved one to access the care they need at Portum Wellness & Recovery.
If your loved one is struggling, we can help. Request a call today!