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About Discovery Institute for
Discovery Institute for Addictive Disorders operates a comprehensive medical detox and addiction treatment facility at 80 Conover Road in Marlboro, New Jersey. Founded in 1970, this residential treatment center provides 24/7 medically supervised detox services under the direction of Medical Director Joseph N. Ranieri, D.O. FASAM, FAAFP. The facility maintains continuous operations to serve individuals requiring immediate withdrawal management and detox programs throughout Monmouth County and New Jersey.
The center offers multiple levels of care including medical detox, residential treatment, intensive outpatient programs (IOP), and standard outpatient services. Their medically supervised detox program provides around-the-clock monitoring in a structured residential setting. Following detox, patients can transition seamlessly to residential treatment or step down to intensive outpatient care based on their clinical needs. The facility employs technology-driven monitoring systems and digital applications to enhance patient care during withdrawal management.
Treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, individual and group therapy sessions, family therapy, and specialized equine therapy programs. Clinical Director Jennifer Barr Whaley (MA, LCADC, SAC) leads a multidisciplinary team that addresses co-occurring mental health disorders alongside addiction treatment. The program specifically treats trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, eating disorders, OCD, and personality disorders concurrent with substance use disorders.
Discovery Institute serves diverse populations including veterans, young adults aged 18-25, seniors, court-ordered individuals, and those requiring specialized trauma care. Director of Nursing Cindy McIntire oversees medical protocols while Chief Operating Officer Dr. Barbara Rexer (DSW, LCSW, LCADC) ensures clinical excellence. The facility accepts major insurance carriers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, Humana, TRICARE, and Medicaid, plus offers financial assistance and payment plans for self-pay patients seeking detox services.
- 24/7 medically supervised detox with continuous medical monitoring since 1970
- Technology-driven monitoring systems and digital applications for enhanced withdrawal management
- Specialized dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders during detox
- Seamless care continuum from medical detox to residential treatment to outpatient programs
- Medical Director with FASAM certification and specialized addiction medicine expertise