Looking for mental health treatment in Somerset County, NJ? Wellness Hills serves Somerset residents from Chester with IOP, and PHP matched to your symptoms.
Wellness Hills Mental Health is an outpatient mental health treatment provider located in Chester, NJ, serving Somerset County residents through in-person programming and NJ-compliant telehealth when appropriate.
We help individuals navigate the choice between Outpatient Therapy (OP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) based on clinical need. Our mental health treatment begins with a confidential assessment. It helps determine the right level of care (OP, IOP, PHP, or other recommendations). Contact us at 973-532-5139 to verify insurance and discuss next steps.
At Wellness Hills, we follow a structured intake and treatment planning process so you’re matched to the right level of care without delay:
Our Different Programs:
How to Start: Everything begins with a private mental health assessment. We talk with you about how you’re feeling and how your daily life is going. Then we give you a personalized recommendation for the program that best fits you.
Many Somerset County clients choose our programs when they need more structure than weekly therapy alone, or when local availability is limited.
Our Chester location is a practical option for Somerset County residents because it’s accessible from major routes, including:
Our facility in Chester is located for easy access via major regional thoroughfares:
Not sure if the drive works for you? We know that traffic on roads like I-287 or Route 22 can be tricky. During your first call, we will review your town and schedule together. We can help you decide if coming to the office in person is best or if telehealth therapy is a better fit for your situation.
Many residents of Somerset County delay treatment because symptoms are real, but life logistics make treatment feel impossible. Common barriers we hear include:
Finding mental health treatment in Somerset County, NJ, can be frustrating, as many local offices can always seem full. You might have to wait months just to see a therapist. Also, special programs like an intensive outpatient program or PHP mental health can be hard to find close to home. This often means driving a long way on busy roads like I-287, I-78, Route 22, or US-202/206.
We know that a long drive in heavy traffic can make it feel impossible to get the help you need. At Wellness Hills, we reduce access barriers through structured clinical assessments, telehealth-eligible outpatient care, and structured step-down planning:
Our office is at 425 Main St, Floor 1, Chester, NJ 07930.
If you live in Somerset County, most people take US-202/206 North, I-287, or I-78 to get here.
We will work with you to pick a therapy time that fits your commute so you can arrive safely and on time without feeling rushed.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. RWJUH (Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital) in Somerville, NJ, is the primary hospital for these emergencies in our area.
For 24/7 support, you can reach out to:
If you are not in an immediate crisis but are unsure what level of support you need for your symptoms, start with a confidential assessment at Wellness Hills.
For many Somerset County clients, outpatient therapy is the right starting point when symptoms are present but daily functioning is still intact. It’s often best for people who can attend consistently and apply skills between sessions.
Somerset County adults often choose IOP when weekly therapy isn’t enough, but full-day programming isn’t necessary. IOP provides more structured support while still allowing you to maintain work, school, or family responsibilities.
PHP may be the most appropriate fit when symptoms are severe, functioning is dropping, or safety concerns are rising. For Somerset County clients, PHP can help stabilize depression, anxiety, trauma responses, or OCD patterns before stepping down to IOP or outpatient care.
Telehealth therapy can be an effective option for Somerset County residents when safety is stable, there is a private environment for sessions, and reliable internet access is available. It is often used for Outpatient (OP) levels. However, in-person care may be recommended when a patient faces severe social avoidance, high functional impairment, or complex safety concerns that require the physical containment and routine of our Chester facility.
To figure out which treatment program is right for you, doctors look at several parts of your life. This helps them decide whether you need to stay at a treatment facility or can live at home while getting help.
As you get better or if you need more help, your clinical team will adjust your treatment to ensure you always have the right level of support.
Find out your personal coverage & options for treatment with a free verification of benefits from our admissions team. Whether you come to our programs or not we will ensure that you receive personalized recommendations for treatment based on your needs.
Somerset County clients most commonly reach out because symptoms are disrupting daily functioning, not because they already have a diagnosis. During assessment, we often see patterns consistent with:
Here are the conditions we commonly treat:
If symptoms suggest a condition that requires a different setting, we help coordinate appropriate next steps.
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"I felt supported, understood, and never judged. The therapists here actually listen, and the groups helped me build confidence and skills I didn’t even know I needed. I’m healthier, calmer, and finally hopeful about my future. I’m so grateful for the care I received.”
Client Satisfaction
At Wellness Hills, treatment is active rather than passive. In Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), clients work to identify distorted thinking patterns and replace them with coping skills that reduce avoidance. DBT Skills training focuses on four core pillars: emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness.
Treatment is structured around skills practice, not just discussion. Clients typically work on:
If you have been through something scary or painful in the past, your brain might stay on high alert. Our trauma-informed approach means we go at your pace. We make sure you feel safe and steady before we talk about hard memories so that you don’t feel overwhelmed or flooded by your feelings.
For many people, medication is a helpful tool. Think of it like this: if depression feels like a heavy weight or anxiety feels like a high wall, medication can help lower that wall or lighten that weight. This makes it much easier for you to focus on the work you do in therapy.
Our psychiatry and medication management provided by Paula Weisman, PMHNP-BC, include:
The Big Picture: While medicine helps with the right now symptoms, therapy helps you build the long-term skills you need for a healthy life.
If you think this type of treatment would be beneficial for you, talk to our admissions counselor for more information.
Important things to know:
Getting help with insurance should not be another thing to worry about when you are already struggling. Our team will handle the hard work for you.
What we check for you:
To verify benefits: Send a copy of your insurance card, and we’ll confirm coverage details, including deductibles, authorization requirements, and whether OP, IOP, and PHP are covered differently. We recommend calling our office to confirm your benefits before your first visit so you know exactly what to expect.
Care is delivered by NJ-licensed clinicians led by Program Director Leigh Rasmussen, LPC, LCADC, with therapists including Abby Goodrich, LAC. Treatment emphasizes continuity, collaboration, and step-down planning.
Wellness Hills Mental Health is licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health (License No. 70290104).
This means if you move from one program to another (like from daily care to once-a-week therapy), you don’t have to start over with a stranger. Your team stays with you.
Below are answers to common questions Somerset County residents ask when exploring mental health treatment at Wellness Hills.
Call 911, 988, or local crisis services such as the Somerset County Access Center or Bridgeway PESS.
Yes. With consent, family therapy or psychoeducation may be incorporated, particularly in IOP or PHP.
Yes. We also help people who struggle with being perfect, high stress, or avoiding hard things.
Telehealth may be appropriate when clinically indicated and determined during assessment.
From Bridgewater or Somerville (via I-287 N), the drive typically takes 25 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic.
Yes. Take I-287 North to Exit 22B for US-202/US-206 North toward Bedminster and Netcong. Merge onto US-206 North, then turn left onto Main St (NJ-24/CR-513) in Chester. Alternatively, you can take US Route 22 to join I-287 North or US-202/206 North to reach Chester.
A confidential assessment includes:
Call 973-532-5139 today to schedule your assessment. If you are in crisis, please call 988 or 911 immediately. Not sure if you’re within our service area? View the full list of locations we commonly serve across New Jersey.
New Jersey Telehealth Laws | Center for Connected Health Policy (CCHP) – State-by-state summary of NJ telehealth policy, including coverage, parity, and modality allowances.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline | Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) – Official national crisis line information including call, text, and chat options.
Psychiatric Emergency Screening Services (PESS) — Somerset County | Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services – Local Somerset County emergency screening resource with location, phone number, and mobile outreach availability.
Richard Hall Community Health & Wellness Center | Somerset County Department of Human Services – County behavioral health resource page that includes local access pathways and emergency guidance (including referral to PESS).
Family Crisis Intervention Unit (FCIU) | Somerset County Youth Services – Local county crisis resource for youth and family emergencies with 24/7 availability and crisis stabilization scope.
Telehealth and Telepsychology | American Psychological Association (APA) – Professional guidance and overview on telepsychology practice considerations.
