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McLean Hospital: Fernside Addiction Treatment Center

Substance Use and Mental Health
Residential
5.0
(4)
Claimed
Private Pay

Located in a quiet, hotel-like environment near major transit routes, the center serves individuals with substance use disorders (SUD), depression, and co-occurring psychiatric conditions. Clients receive structured care that combines intensive therapy, medical oversight, and family involvement, all within a private setting with easy transportation to clinical appointments.

Strengthen Emotional Resilience

Fernside applies a multidisciplinary approach that integrates individual and group therapy, psychiatric management, and expressive modalities. Treatments such as yoga and art support emotional regulation, while symptom education and medication evaluation guide clients toward sustained progress. Direct care staff and medical professionals ensure continuity across each stage of recovery.

Build Healthy Daily Structure

Beyond clinical care, Fernside emphasizes comfort and routine through private accommodations, daily housekeeping, and nutrition planning. Services include smoking cessation support, a fully equipped fitness studio, and scheduled sessions with nutritional consultants. This blend of wellness offerings complements therapy and allows each individual to engage fully with their healing.

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
Princeton, Massachusetts, USA View Map
Part of
network
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions....
Accreditation
Joint Commission
Typical Program Length
30 days or longer
Founded in 2006
20 years in business
Occupancy
6-15 beds
Conditions We Treat
Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, Trauma
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Co-Occurring Disorders, Drug Addiction, Heroin +3 More
Payment

Pricing and Program Length

Staff

Meet Your Care Team

Rocco A. Iannucci

Rocco A. Iannucci

Director

MD, Harvard Medical School Instructor in Psychiatry

Monika E. Kolodziej

Monika E. Kolodziej

Director of Psychological Services

PhD, Harvard Medical School Instructor in Psychology

Andrew D. Gill

Andrew D. Gill

Consulting Psychiatrist, Fernside

MD

Harvard Medical School Affiliate
Harvard Medical School Affiliate
"McLean Hospital is an affiliate of Harvard Medical School . . . so we're fully a part of that system, which means that when we approach a problem like addiction or like depression, we're approaching it with that same high level of evidence-based proven methodology that you would expect if you went to get surgery or cardiology treatment at a major academic center." - Rocco A. Iannucci, MD
The Middle East Center for Culturally Informed Care
The Middle East Center for Culturally Informed Care
McLean Hospital offers a customized service that guides international clientele through the hospital’s premier programs, beginning with a confidential and comprehensive evaluation at "The Pavilion." McLean has a proven track record and impeccable reputation for working with patients and their families from the Middle East, including those from Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Lebanon, Jordan, Egypt, and Libya.
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.
Not included
Outpatient
Not Offered at This Center
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
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

Yoga
Depression
Drug Addiction
Fitness Center
Healthy Meals are provided

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Men and Women

Approaches

Evidence-Based
Family Involvement
Individual Treatment

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Art Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Expressive Arts
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Life Skills
Psychoeducation
Recreation Therapy

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

Anxiety
Depression
Personality Disorders
Trauma

Substances We Treat

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

Aftercare

Family Follow-up Counseling
Recovery Coach
Alumni Reunions
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Personal Amenities

Air-Conditioned Rooms
Armchair or Sofa
Bathroom Essentials (towels, soap, shampoo)
Coffee Maker and Tea
Desk
Housekeeping
Laundry Service
Private Rooms
Transportation Assistance

Amenities

Fitness Center
Gardens
Chef-prepared Meals
Recreation Room
Walking Trails

Special Considerations

Family Program
Healthy Meals are provided

Activities

Yoga
Skiing
Swimming
Tennis

Off-Site Activities

Games
Sightseeing
Adventure Outings
AA/NA Meetings

Off-Site Amenities

Fitness Center
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

The following therapies are included: group therapy, 1-on-1 counseling and more.
Princeton, Massachusetts, United States.
The typical length is 30 days or longer.
Yes, they offer detox (off-site).
McLean Hospital: Fernside Addiction Treatment Center provides detox (off-site), licensed primary mental health and more.

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