LEADER at McLean Hospital

Substance Use and Mental Health
Hospital
5.0
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Claimed
Insurance

Located near Boston in Belmont, Massachusetts, this center provides care for addiction, trauma, depression, and stress disorders. With inpatient, residential, partial hospital, and outpatient options, the program supports police, active military, and emergency responders. Its setting offers calm surroundings, and nearby hotels and transport make visits easy for families coming from afar.

Strengthen Long-Term Recovery

Treatments follow a trauma-informed approach that includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), support programs and targeted group therapy. McLean’s LEADER program helps uniformed professionals manage substance use and emotional health. The therapies strengthen coping skills and foster recovery, aiming for a return to both career and community life.

Access Specialized Support Systems

Distinctive features include specialized AA meetings for law enforcement, therapy groups focused on sleep, family challenges, medical pain, and stress management. LEADER patients also receive priority access to McLean’s broader mental health services, guided by experienced clinicians who understand the demands faced by first responders.

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
115 Mill St., Belmont, MA 02478 View Map
Part of
network
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions....
Accreditation
Joint Commission
Typical Program Length
Various
Founded in 1811
215 years in business
Conditions We Treat
Anxiety, Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Stress +1 More
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Co-Occurring Disorders, Drug Addiction, Heroin +3 More
How to pay

Insurance Accepted

Provider's Policy: If you have any questions about the extent of insurance coverage, we strongly recommend that you contact your insurance carrier to determine potential coverage available for treatment.
(617) 855-3141
Private Pay Option

Cash Pay Rates

We don't have pricing information for this center. Please contact the center for more information.
Staff

Meet Your Care Team

Patricia Diaferio, LICSW

Patricia Diaferio, LICSW

Program Director

Medical Director

Medical Director

Hilary S. Connery, MD, PhD

Tanya Farber, PsyD

Tanya Farber, PsyD

Program Director

Beth L. Murphy, MD, PhD

Beth L. Murphy, MD, PhD

Medical Director

Care Options

Levels of Care

Substance use and mental health issues can occur simultaneously or as primary conditions. Effective treatment explores how mental health conditions contribute to addiction, and vice-versa. Many rehabs treat substance use disorders and mental health conditions with personalized care plans.
Included
Residential
Residential programs for substance use and mental health with structured care and 24/7 monitoring. Treatment takes place on-site, with behavioral health professionals often providing care in group, individual, and family settings.
Not included
Sober Living
Not Offered at This Center
Transitional housing designed to support individuals recovering from substance use disorders offering a safe, supportive and structured environment for practicing long-term sobriety, while reintegrating back into daily living.
Included
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.
Included
Outpatient
Outpatient treatment offers flexible therapeutic and medical care without the need to stay overnight in a hospital or inpatient facility. Outpatient care typically offers a range of therapies and medical interventions individuals can attend alongside daily life.
Not included
Virtual & In-Home Care
Not Offered at This Center
The delivery of therapeutic services utilizing technology such as video conferencing, online messaging or phone calls, allowing for flexibility, comfort and increased access to care.
Included
Intensive Inpatient
The highest level of care, medically managed with 24-hour nursing and physician care in a residential or medically-based setting, and can include any combination of medication, counseling and therapy.
Included
Licensed Primary Mental Health
Some primary care providers offer mental health diagnosis and treatment. This can prevent patients from developing more serious conditions.
Included
Co-Occurring Disorders
Substance use and mental health can occur simultaneously as co-occurring disorders. Treatment for co-occurring disorders involves therapy and other personalized interventions to address both conditions.
Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Alcohol
Depression
Opioids
Professionals
First Responders Program

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Men and Women
Professionals

Approaches

Evidence-Based
Individual Treatment

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Life Skills
Psychoeducation
Stress Management

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

Anxiety
Depression
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Stress
Trauma

Substances We Treat

Alcohol
Co-Occurring Disorders
Drug Addiction
Heroin
Opioids
Prescription Drugs
Smoking Cessation

Aftercare

Support Meetings
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Special Considerations

First Responders Program

Activities

AA/NA Meetings

Smoking and Vaping Policy

Smoking Allowed in Designated Areas
Vaping Not Allowed
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

The following therapies are included: stress management, group therapy and more.
Belmont, Massachusetts, United States.
If you have any questions about the extent of insurance coverage, we strongly recommend that you contact your insurance carrier to determine potential coverage available for treatment.
The typical length is Various.
Yes, they offer detox.
LEADER at McLean Hospital provides day treatment, intensive inpatient and more.

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