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Northstar Recovery Center

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132 Turnpike Road Suite 200, Southborough, MA, Massachusetts 01772
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Northstar Recovery Center: Comprehensive Addiction Treatment in Massachusetts

Northstar Recovery Center offers specialized addiction treatment and mental health services across two locations in Massachusetts: Southborough and West Springfield. Dedicated to supporting individuals and families grappling with substance misuse and co-occurring mental health disorders, the center provides personalized, evidence-based care delivered through a compassionate, trauma-informed approach.

Recognizing the complex interplay between addiction and mental health, Northstar emphasizes treating the whole person. The facility is Joint Commission Accredited, a testament to its commitment to high-quality patient care and safety. They offer flexible scheduling options, including in-person and virtual sessions, ensuring accessibility for those seeking help.

Levels of Care and Programs

The center utilizes a comprehensive range of programs designed to meet diverse recovery needs. These levels of care ensure that patients receive the appropriate support as they progress on their journey toward sustained health and sobriety.

  • Day Treatment Programs (PHP/Partial Hospitalization Program)
  • Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
  • Outpatient Program (OP)
  • Dual Diagnosis Care: Specialized treatment for individuals facing both mental health and substance use disorders.

Therapeutic Modalities

Northstar integrates a variety of proven therapeutic methods, ensuring that treatment plans are tailored to the unique experiences and needs of each client. Their approach is holistic, promoting both emotional and psychological healing.

Key Therapies Utilized:

  • Individual Therapy
  • Group Therapy
  • Family Therapy
  • Trauma-Informed Therapy
  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
  • IFS (Internal Family Systems)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Mindfulness-Based Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy (PDT)
  • Medication Management

The dedicated team at Northstar Recovery Center is passionate about fostering long-term recovery and resilience. They combine clinical expertise with profound empathy, guiding clients toward a substance-free life through evidence-based practices and supportive connection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is “dual diagnosis care,” and why is it important?

Dual diagnosis care refers to integrated treatment for individuals who have both a substance use disorder and a mental health condition simultaneously. It is crucial because these conditions often influence each other; treating both concurrently leads to better, more sustainable long-term recovery outcomes than treating them separately.

Does Northstar offer virtual treatment options?

Yes, Northstar Recovery Center offers flexible scheduling, including both in-person and virtual treatment options at its Southborough and West Springfield locations to accommodate patient needs.

Is Northstar Recovery Center accredited?

Yes, the facility is Joint Commission Accredited, signifying that it meets rigorous standards for quality and safety in patient care.

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
Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Service Setting
Outpatient
Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
Regular outpatient treatment
Age Groups Accepted
Young Adults
Adults
Gender Accepted
Female
Male
Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
Private health insurance
Cash or self-payment
Type of Opioid Treatment
Buprenorphine maintenance
Prescribes buprenorphine
Prescribes naltrexone
Relapse prevention with naltrexone
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
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
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
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)
Lofexidine
Clonidine
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
Professional interventionist/educational consultant
Treatment Approaches
Anger management
Brief intervention
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Contingency management/motivational incentives
Motivational interviewing
Matrix Model
Relapse prevention
Substance use disorder counseling
Trauma-related counseling
Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
12-step facilitation
Recovery Support Services
Self-help groups
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Recovery coach
Mentoring/peer support
Employment counseling or training
Facility Operation
Private for-profit organization
License/Certification/Accreditation
State substance use treatment agency
The Joint Commission
Special Programs/Groups Offered
Young adults
Adult women
Pregnant/postpartum women
Adult men
Seniors or older adults
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer/questioning (LGBTQ)
Veterans
Active duty military
Members of military families
Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
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
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing
Drug and alcohol oral fluid 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
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
Vocational training or educational support
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
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