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Worcester, Massachusetts, United States
Blue Hills Recovery
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Blue Hills Recovery works with most major insurance carriers and offer a range of options to fit your lifestyle and financial means. If you have insurance through a major provider, your treatment is most likely covered. However, the center does not accept Medicaid, Medicare, or state insurance.
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About Blue Hills Recovery
Located in Worcester, MA, Blue Hills Recovery is a vibrant treatment center committed to guiding individuals through the complexities of primary addiction and primary mental health challenges. As part of the Harmony Recovery Group family, Blue Hills has created a safe, nurturing environment where clients can embark on their recovery journey. The center provides a wide range of proven-effective treatments for both addiction and mental health alike, including detox, day treatment (PHP), and supportive housing, each precisely tailored for the specific needs of each client. With a focus on whole-person healing, Blue Hills empowers clients to reclaim their lives and build a brighter future.
Progressive Levels of Care
At Blue Hills Recovery, clients benefit from a comprehensive approach to treatment that includes progressive levels of care tailored to meet individual needs. The initial step in the recovery journey includes completing a thorough assessment to determine accurate diagnoses. Each level of care is then carefully designed to prepare clients for the next stage of their recovery journey, building a solid foundation for lasting change. This structured approach allows clients to receive the appropriate level of support and guidance at every step, empowering them to achieve enduring recovery.
Expert and Compassionate Staff
The heart of Blue Hills Recovery lies in its expert and compassionate staff who guide clients through every step of their recovery journey. Each team member, from experienced clinicians to dedicated support staff, is deeply committed to providing personalized care tailored to each individual's unique needs. Their approach goes beyond treating the symptoms of addiction and mental health challenges; it involves understanding the whole person and treating them with the care and respect of family.
Innovative Wellness Programs and Traditional Therapies
Blue Hills Recovery elevates the healing process with a rich array of innovative wellness programs and traditional therapies that foster physical, emotional, and mental harmony. The center immerses clients in traditional therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) as well as therapeutic practices like yoga, meditation, and recreational therapy, each carefully woven into their personalized treatment plans. These activities do more than just alleviate stress and anxiety—they empower clients with practical tools to navigate the challenges of recovery. Clients learn to nurture more mindfulness, resilience, and inner peace through these modalities.
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Insurance Accepted
Provider's Policy:Blue Hills Recovery works with most major insurance carriers and offer a range of options to fit your lifestyle and financial means. If you have insurance through a major provider, your treatment is most likely covered. However, the center does not accept Medicaid, Medicare, or state insurance.
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Accessible and Inclusive Treatment
Blue Hills Recovery is committed to making treatment accessible. The center accepts most private insurance plans, striving for financial barriers to not stand in the way of receiving quality care. Located in Worcester, MA, Blue Hills is easily accessible for those seeking help in the region. The inviting and inclusive atmosphere of the center encourages individuals to take the first step toward recovery, knowing that compassionate support is readily available.
Family Involvement
At Blue Hills Recovery, family involvement is a cornerstone of the healing process, recognizing that addiction and mental health challenges impact not just the individual but their loved ones as well. The center offers comprehensive family counseling sessions designed to foster open communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen relationships. By engaging family members in therapy, clients can gain valuable insights into their loved ones' perspectives, facilitating a deeper understanding and connection.
Integrated Treatment for Primary Mental Health and Substance Use
Blue Hills Recovery specializes in treating both primary mental health disorders and primary substance use issues through an integrated approach. By addressing these challenges concurrently, the center offers truly comprehensive care tailored to each individual's needs. Clients engage in individual and group therapy, educational workshops, family counseling, and adventure therapy to develop effective coping mechanisms and emotional resilience. Additionally, holistic practices like mindfulness and yoga can enhance overall well-being. This dual-focused strategy empowers clients to build a fulfilling life.
Supportive Housing
Blue Hills Recovery offers a supportive housing option that provides a nurturing, recovery-focused environment just a short distance from their main facility. This housing is designed to immerse residents in a community of like-minded individuals who are also on their journey to recovery. With supervision and support readily available, clients can focus on healing and personal growth while building a strong foundation for lasting recovery. The proximity to the main center allows for easy access to therapy sessions and holistic programs, allowing for a seamless integration of treatment and daily living.
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Center Overview
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Older Adults
Addiction and mental health treatment caters to adults 55+ and the age-specific challenges that can come with recovery, wellness, and overall happiness.
Young Adults
Emerging adults ages 18-25 receive treatment catered to the unique challenges of early adulthood, like college, risky behaviors, and vocational struggles.
Men and Women
Men and women attend treatment for addiction in a co-ed setting, going to therapy groups together to share experiences, struggles, and successes.
Midlife Adults
For adults ages 40+, treatment shifts to focus on the unique challenges, blocks, and risk factors of their age group, and unites peers in a similar community.
Professionals
Busy, high-ranking professionals get the personalized treatment they need with greater accommodations for work, privacy, and outside communication.
Treatment Focus
You can admit to this center with a primary substance use disorder or a primary mental health condition. You'll receive support each step of the way and individualized care catered to your unique situation and diagnosis.
Treatment
Specializations
Personality Disorders
Personality disorders destabilize the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves. If untreated, they can undermine relationships and lead to severe distress.
Alcohol
Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.
Bipolar
This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.
Depression
Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.
Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.
Outpatient
During outpatient rehab, patients attend a structured treatment program while continuing to live at home.
Trauma
Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."
Treatment Services
Day Treatment
In a PHP, patients live at home but follow an intensive schedule of treatment. Most programs require you to be on-site for about 40 hours per week.
Detox
Detox fully and safely removes toxic substances from the body, allowing the next steps in treatment to begin with a clean slate.
Intensive Outpatient Program
In an IOP, patients live at home or a sober living, but attend treatment typically 9-15 hours a week. Most programs include talk therapy, support groups, and other methods.
Licensed Primary Mental Health
Some primary care providers offer mental health diagnosis and treatment. This can prevent patients from developing more serious conditions.
Outpatient
During outpatient rehab, patients attend a structured treatment program while continuing to live at home.
Approaches
Evidence-Based
A combination of scientifically rooted therapies and treatments make up evidence-based care, defined by their measured and proven results.
Family Involvement
Providers involve family in the treatment of their loved one through family therapy, visits, or both–because addiction is a family disease.
Individual Treatment
Individual care meets the needs of each patient, using personalized treatment to provide them the most relevant care and greatest chance of success.
Personalized Treatment
The specific needs, histories, and conditions of individual patients receive personalized, highly relevant care throughout their recovery journey.
Therapies
1-on-1 Counseling
Patient and therapist meet 1-on-1 to work through difficult emotions and behavioral challenges in a personal, private setting.
Meditation & Mindfulness
A practiced state of mind that brings patients to the present. It allows them to become fully aware of themselves, their feelings, and the present moment.
Trauma-Specific Therapy
This form of talk therapy addresses any childhood trauma at the root of a patient's current diagnosis.
Adventure Therapy
This experiential approach uses the physical and emotional challenges of outdoor activities as tools for personal growth.
Animal Therapy
Animals can inspire trust and self-worth. In this experiential therapy, guided interactions are used to improve social skills and emotion regulation.
Art Therapy
Visual art invites patients to examine the emotions within their work, focusing on the process of creativity and its gentle therapeutic power.
Couples Counseling
Partners work to improve their communication patterns, using advice from their therapist to better their relationship and make healthy changes.
Conditions We Treat
Personality Disorders
Personality disorders destabilize the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves. If untreated, they can undermine relationships and lead to severe distress.
ADHD, ADD
ADHD is a common mental health condition caused by dopamine imbalance. Common symptoms include inattention, hyperactivitiy, and impulsivity.
Anger
Although anger itself isn't a disorder, it can get out of hand. If this feeling interferes with your relationships and daily functioning, treatment can help.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.
Bipolar
This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.
Depression
Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.
Eating Disorders
An eating disorder is a long-term pattern of unhealthy behavior relating to food. Most people with eating disorders have a distorted self-image.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
OCD is characterized by intrusive and distressing thoughts that drive repetitive behaviors. This pattern disrupts daily life and relationships.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
PTSD is a long-term mental health issue caused by a disturbing event or events. Symptoms include anxiety, dissociation, flashbacks, and intrusive thoughts.
Sex Addiction
Compulsively seeking out sex can easily become a problem. This addiction is detrimental to relationships, physical health, and self-esteem.
Substances We Treat
Alcohol
Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.
Benzodiazepines
Benzodiazepines are prescribed to treat anxiety and sleep issues. They are highly habit forming, and their abuse can cause mood changes and poor judgement.
Cocaine
Cocaine is a stimulant with euphoric effects. Agitation, muscle ticks, psychosis, and heart issues are common symptoms of cocaine abuse.
Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.
Heroin
Heroin is a highly addictive and illegal opioid. It can cause insomnia, collapsed veins, heart issues, and additional mental health issues.
Methamphetamine
Methamphetamine, or meth, increases energy, agitation, and paranoia. Long-term use can result in severe physical and mental health issues.
Opioids
Opioids produce pain-relief and euphoria, which can lead to addiction. This class of drugs includes prescribed medication and the illegal drug heroin.
Prescription Drugs
It's possible to abuse any drug, even prescribed ones. If you crave a medication, or regularly take it more than directed, you may have an addiction.
Aftercare
Experience
Personal Amenities
Amenities
Special Considerations
Couples program
Using gentle clinical care, therapists guide patients and their partner through guided sessions to address issues and work towards lasting solutions.
Flexible technology policies
Centers with flexible technology policies allow professionals to stay in touch with work and give patients a greater sense of connection and normalcy.
Gender-specific groups
Patients in gender-specific groups gain the opportunity to discuss challenges unique to their gender in a comfortable, safe setting conducive to healing.
Activities
Yoga
Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.
Off-Site Activities
Off-Site Amenities
Professional Staff
Dr. Allen Weiner, MD
Medical Director
Caroline Forest
Primary Therapist
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Testimonial
I’ve been to a lot of treatment centers but this one genuinely care about their clients and go above and beyond to make sure you have the best care possible. All the therapists, employees and even the admission coordinators are great. I would give this place 10 stars if I could.
Ryan L.
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