{"id":2860,"date":"2023-04-03T15:18:31","date_gmt":"2023-04-03T15:18:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/?page_id=2860"},"modified":"2026-03-31T21:43:39","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T21:43:39","slug":"obhsm","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/obhsm\/","title":{"rendered":"Office on Behavioral Health and Substance Misuse"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide tw-cols-stack-md tw-gutter-large is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Office on Behavioral Health and Substance Misuse<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The Office on Behavioral Health and Substance Misuse (OBHSM) provides residents of all ages with information and linkage to resources, treatment, and access to behavioral health and substance use disorder services to address overall well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons tw-mb-0 is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"#aboutobhsa\">Learn more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/drcc\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2025\/02\/tap-banner-1.jpg\" alt=\"Volunteers Needed, Become a Disaster Response Crisis Counselor today.  logos of sponsors: The Union County Board of County Commissioners and the New Jersey Human Services dept. \" class=\"wp-image-4520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2025\/02\/tap-banner-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2025\/02\/tap-banner-1-300x100.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide tw-heading-dash-bottom\" id=\"aboutobhsa\">About Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Office on Behavioral Health and Substance Misuse plays a crucial role in ensuring that individuals of all ages have access to the support and resources they need to achieve optimal behavioral health and wellbeing. Behavioral health and substance misuse can have a profound impact on individuals and their families, and can often be difficult to navigate without proper guidance and support. The office is dedicated to providing residents with the information, resources, and treatment they need to address these challenges and achieve a better quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The services provided by the Office on Behavioral Health and Substance Misuse are designed to address a wide range of behavioral health and substance misuse issues, including depression, anxiety, addiction, and more. The office works closely with healthcare providers, community organizations, and other stakeholders to ensure that residents have access to a comprehensive network of support, including counseling, therapy, medication management, and other evidence-based treatments.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to providing direct services, the office also focuses on education and prevention, raising awareness about behavioral health and substance abuse issues and promoting healthy habits and behaviors. By empowering individuals to take control of their behavioral health and wellbeing, the office is helping to build stronger, more resilient communities that are better equipped to face the challenges of the modern world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overall, the Office on Behavioral Health and Substance Misuse is a critical resource for residents of all ages who are looking to improve their behavioral health and wellbeing. With a dedicated team of professionals and a commitment to excellence, the office is making a significant impact on the lives of people across Union County.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignfull is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading tw-heading-dash-bottom\">Related Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/obhsa\/opioid-settlement-funds-osf\/\"><strong>Opioid Settlement Funds (OSF)<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/obhsa\/behavioral-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Behavioral Health Services<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/idrc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Intoxicated Driver Resource Center<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/obhsa\/substance-abuse\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Alcohol &amp; Substance Misuse Services<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/obhsm\/behavioral-health-advisory-board\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2994\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Behavioral Health Advisory Board<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide tw-heading-dash-bottom\">Important Numbers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-subtle-background-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">In the event of a <strong>psychiatric emergency<\/strong>, please contact <strong><a href=\"tel:908-994-7131\">908-994-7131<\/a><\/strong> for mobile crisis screening services, available 24 hours a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-subtle-background-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">If you or someone you know is in <strong>distress and in need of support<\/strong>, the <a href=\"tel:988\"><strong>988<\/strong> <\/a>Lifeline provides 24\/7, free and confidential support and crisis resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide tw-heading-dash-bottom\">Links to Other Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide are-vertically-aligned-center tw-gutter-large is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center has-primary-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/988lifeline.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"299\" src=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/988_horizontal_navy@4x-1024x299.png\" alt=\"988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline Logo\" class=\"wp-image-2978\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/988_horizontal_navy@4x-1024x299.png 1024w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/988_horizontal_navy@4x-300x88.png 300w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/988_horizontal_navy@4x-768x225.png 768w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/988_horizontal_navy@4x-1536x449.png 1536w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/988_horizontal_navy@4x-2048x599.png 2048w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/988_horizontal_navy@4x-1200x351.png 1200w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/988_horizontal_navy@4x-1980x579.png 1980w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mhanj.org\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"224\" src=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/mental-health-association-of-nj-logo.png\" alt=\"Mental Health Association in New Jersey, Inc. logo\" class=\"wp-image-2979\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/mental-health-association-of-nj-logo.png 500w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/mental-health-association-of-nj-logo-300x134.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/namiunioncountynj.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/NAMI_logo.svg_-1024x394.png\" alt=\"National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Logo\" class=\"wp-image-2980\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/NAMI_logo.svg_-1024x394.png 1024w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/NAMI_logo.svg_-300x116.png 300w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/NAMI_logo.svg_-768x296.png 768w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/NAMI_logo.svg_.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Office on Behavioral Health and Substance Misuse The Office on Behavioral Health and Substance Misuse (OBHSM) provides residents of all ages with information and linkage to resources, treatment, and access to behavioral health and substance use disorder services to address overall well-being. 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