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Fenway Health - Ansin Building

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1340 Boylston Street, Boston, MA, Massachusetts 02215
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Fenway Health Behavioral Health Services: A Path to Wellness

Located in the heart of Boston’s Fenway neighborhood at the Ansin Building, Fenway Health offers comprehensive behavioral health services, which are often a critical component of addiction treatment and recovery. Recognizing that addiction is a complex health issue requiring personalized and integrated care, Fenway Health provides a supportive and confidential environment for individuals seeking help.

The behavioral health team at Fenway Health is dedicated to addressing the unique needs of each patient. Services are designed to support individuals through various stages of recovery, from initial consultation and assessment to ongoing counseling and aftercare planning. The commitment to patient well-being extends beyond medical treatment, focusing on emotional support, mental health, and overall quality of life.

Integrated and Accessible Care

Fenway Health emphasizes an integrated model of care, meaning behavioral health services are often coordinated with primary care and other medical services available at the Ansin Building. This holistic approach ensures that all aspects of a person’s health are considered during treatment, which is vital for long-term recovery from addiction. Services are available to meet the needs of the diverse communities Fenway Health serves.

Accessibility is a key focus. The behavioral health department operates with flexible hours to accommodate working individuals and those with busy schedules. Current hours of operation for Behavioral Health services at the Ansin Building are:

  • Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
  • Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Services are often offered in both English and Spanish, helping to break down language barriers and ensure effective communication between patients and providers. For individuals interested in becoming a patient or seeking general information about behavioral health, a dedicated inquiry line is available.

Focus on Individualized Support

While the specific components of an addiction treatment program can vary based on individual need, the foundation is built on emotional support and specialized counseling. The staff at Fenway Health are experienced in providing tailored therapeutic interventions. These services may include individual counseling, group therapy, and supportive services aimed at developing coping skills, addressing underlying mental health conditions that often co-occur with addiction, and fostering resilience.

The goal is to empower patients to take control of their health journey, offering the tools and guidance necessary for sustained sobriety and improved mental wellness. By providing consistent, professional, and empathetic care, Fenway Health is a trusted resource for those taking the courageous step toward recovery.

FAQs

  1. Do I need to be a primary care patient at Fenway Health to access behavioral health services?
  2. No, you do not need to be an existing primary care patient to seek behavioral health services, though integrated care is a core offering.

  3. Are the behavioral health services only offered at the 1340 Boylston Street location?
  4. While the Ansin Building (1340 Boylston Street) is a primary location, Fenway Health also offers services at the Sidney Borum, Jr. Health Program and locations in Western Massachusetts and Cape Cod.

  5. How can I begin the process of enrolling in behavioral health services?
  6. Individuals interested in becoming a patient or needing general information about services should call the dedicated intake line provided by Fenway Health.

Opening Hours
Monday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tuesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wednesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thursday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Friday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Type of Care
Substance use treatment
Detoxification
Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Service Setting
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient
Outpatient
Residential/24-hour residential
Hospital inpatient detoxification
Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
Intensive outpatient treatment
Regular outpatient treatment
Residential detoxification
Long-term residential
Short-term residential
Age Groups Accepted
Young Adults
Adults
Gender Accepted
Female
Male
Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs
Medicare
Medicaid
Federal military insurance (e.g. TRICARE)
Private health insurance
Cash or self-payment
State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Payment Assistance Available
Payment assistance (check with facility for details)
Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Detoxification (medical withdrawal) Services
Opioids detoxification
Medication routinely used during detoxification
Type of Opioid Treatment
Buprenorphine detoxification
Buprenorphine maintenance
Prescribes buprenorphine
Prescribes naltrexone
Relapse prevention with naltrexone
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification
Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization
Opioid Medications used in Treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment
Naltrexone used in Treatment
External Opioid Medications Source
In-network prescribing entity
Other contracted prescribing entity
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
In-network prescribing entity
Other contracted prescribing entity
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Pharmacotherapies
Acamprosate (Campral®)
Disulfiram
Buprenorphine with naloxone
Buprenorphine without naloxone
Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable)
Naltrexone (oral)
Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
Medications for HIV treatment
Medications for Hepatitis C treatment
Clonidine
Medications for pre-exposure to prophylaxis
Medication for mental disorders
Nicotine replacement
Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Assessment/Pre-treatment
Comprehensive mental health assessment
Comprehensive substance use assessment
Interim services for clients
Outreach to persons in the community
Complete medical history/physical exam
Screening for tobacco use
Screening for substance use
Screening for mental disorders
Treatment Approaches
Anger management
Brief intervention
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Motivational interviewing
Matrix Model
Relapse prevention
Substance use disorder counseling
Trauma-related counseling
Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Recovery Support Services
Self-help groups
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Facility Operation
Private non-profit organization
License/Certification/Accreditation
State substance use treatment agency
State mental health department
State department of health
Hospital licensing authority
The Joint Commission
National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)
Federally Qualified Health Center
Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Special Programs/Groups Offered
Adult women
Adult men
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer/questioning (LGBTQ)
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders
Clients with HIV or AIDS
Clients who have experienced sexual abuse
Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence
Clients who have experienced trauma
Testing
Drug or alcohol urine screening
HIV testing
STD testing
TB screening
Metabolic syndrome monitoring
Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV)
Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)
Transitional Services
Aftercare/continuing care
Discharge Planning
Naloxone and overdose education
Outcome follow-up after discharge
Other Services
Treatment for gambling disorder
Treatment for other addiction disorder
Education and Counseling Services
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
Substance use disorder education
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Family counseling
Marital/couples counseling
Medical Services
Hepatitis A (HAV) vaccination
Hepatitis B (HBV) vaccination
Facility Smoking Policy
Smoking permitted in designated area
Facility Vaping Policy
Vaping permitted in designated area
Ancillary Services
Case management service
Domestic violence services, including family or partner
Early intervention for HIV
Mental health services
Social skills development
Transportation assistance
Integrated primary care services
Language Services
Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing
Other languages (excluding Spanish)
Other Languages
Russian
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