Ocean County, NJ
DDD, Counseling & Behavioral Health in Ocean County, NJ
Empower U brings DDD services, outpatient counseling, and respite care to families throughout Ocean County — from Toms River to Long Beach Island.
Starting services in Ocean County
Ocean County families are served largely through in-home, community, and telehealth services. Call (855) 500-EU4U to check coverage and availability. For CSOC services, call PerformCare at 1-877-652-7624; for DDD Day Habilitation or respite, your Support Coordinator can refer you and we will confirm what your budget covers.
Ocean County is served by the Southern Region of the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities. We coordinate directly with your Support Coordinator and, for Children's System of Care services, with PerformCare.
Our Hazlet office serves northern Ocean County, and in-home and telehealth services reach the rest of the county.
Call (855) 500-EU4UTowns we serve in Ocean County
Our clinicians provide in-home, community, and telehealth services across Ocean County. If your town isn't listed, reach out — we likely cover it.
In-network plans for Ocean County families
Don't see your plan? Call (855) 500-EU4U for a free benefits check.
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Why Ocean County families choose Empower U
We're a New Jersey-grown behavioral health provider with deep roots in the communities we serve. Our clinicians live in Ocean County and surrounding areas — they know the schools, districts, and resources families need. We accept NJ Medicaid and most major insurance plans, handle authorizations and prior auths in-house, and match families with the right clinician (not just any clinician) within days.
Whether you need DDD services for a child on the spectrum, outpatient counseling for a teen, or a school district partnership, our team is ready to help.
Ocean County questions, answered
Where is the closest Empower U location to Ocean County?
Our Hazlet office serves northern Ocean County, and in-home and telehealth services reach the rest of the county.
Which NJ DDD region covers Ocean County?
Ocean County is served by the Southern Region of the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities. Your Support Coordinator works through that regional office, and we coordinate directly with them.
How long does it take to start services in Ocean County?
Counseling usually starts within days of intake. CSOC services follow PerformCare screening and authorization, and DDD programs depend on eligibility and budget approval. Call (855) 500-EU4U and we will give you a realistic timeline for your situation.