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About Blue Hills Recovery
Blue Hills Recovery is a rehab facility located in Worcester, MA. We offer Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, and Outpatient levels of care for substance use disorders or mental health. As a member of the Harmony Recovery family, we combine the staff-to-patient ratio of a small program with the clinical excellence of a larger one.
Blue Hills Recovery is situated in a tree-lined neighborhood in Worcester. We are only two blocks away from the shores of Indian Lake and less than half a mile from our beautiful sober living residences. Here you will find compassionate professionals dedicated to helping foster enduring recovery.
At Blue Hills Recovery, we acknowledge the uniqueness of every client in actionable ways. This is one of the reasons we utilize a ‘levels of care’ model to substance use and mental health treatment. The details of this approach can be a bit complex, but here’s the short version. We pay attention. We pay attention to who our clients are and what they need. Then, we strive to “meet them where they’re at” and help them address their issues in ways that get the results that they want.
Here is a quick rundown of our varying levels of care.
Outpatient treatment programs preserve the autonomy of our clients. Those in Outpatient programs meet at regular intervals with a therapist or counselor. For outpatient clients, Blue Hills Recovery recommends meeting at least once a month with your treatment provider.
Clients needing more treatment should consider our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). IOP allows clients to continue the meet their prior obligations and responsibilities to work, school, or family. As an added benefit, those enrolled in IOP continue to reside in their own homes.
For clients in need of the deepest level of care, Blue Hills suggests our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP). PHP clients attend therapy sessions that last a little less than a typical workday. When the treatment program concludes, clients commute back home.
Payment Options
Private insurance 
Self-pay options
Levels of Care
Outpatient
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
Intensive Outpatient
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.
12-Step
Recovery models based on 12 step programs feature extensive peer coaching and emphasize personal growth as a key to sustained sobriety. Regular attendance at 12 step meetings, which are anonymous, free, and available daily, is expected. The 12 steps of recovery are based on spiritual principles and support participants in addressing the root causes of their disease, accept responsibility for their choices, and accept that which is beyond their control. Self-selected sponsors provide one-one-mentoring.
Intervention Services
A drug intervention in Massachusetts provides friends and family the opportunity to share how a person's substance use has caused problems in their lives. The goal of the intervention is to encourage the person to get the treatment they need. Most rehab facilities offer intervention services that can help families prepare for the intervention and facilitate entry into treatment if the person agrees to get help.
Partial Hospitalization Program
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a short-term form of intensive rehab, usually for those with acute symptoms that are hard to manage but don’t require 24-hour care. PHPs have structured programming (i.e. individual and/or group therapy), and usually meet 3-5 days a week for around 6 hours (i.e. 9am-3m). Some PHPs are residential (patients sleep on site) and some are not, so patients sleep at home. PHPs can last from 1-6 months, and some offer transportation and meals.
Medically Assisted Detox
Medically supervised detox is the process of removing addictive substances from your body and managing the withdrawal symptoms in a medically supervised environment. Typically, this is the first step in the recovery process and lasts an average of 5-7 days, though the length can vary depending on your individual needs. Once your system is cleared of alcohol and drugs, you'll likely transition to an inpatient treatment program for the next phase of your recovery.
Programs
Adult program
Program for men
Program for women
Settings & Amenities
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Yoga studio
Insurance
Our Policy: Blue Hills Recovery works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact us to verify your specific insurance provider.
Treatment
Mental Health and Substance Abuse
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Clinical Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
During cognitive behavioral therapy in Massachusetts, clients work with a trained counselor to identify negative thinking patterns and change them. This change in thinking has been shown to lead to changes in behavior to treat substance use and mental health disorders effectively.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
If you are experiencing intense, negative emotions, dialectical behavior therapy can help you learn how to regulate painful emotions and manage the interpersonal situations that generate them. This method is often used during substance use treatment in Massachusetts to help you develop better coping skills and avoid relapse.
Individual Therapy
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Trauma Therapy
Trauma therapy addresses the psychological impact of experiencing a traumatic event. You can also experience mental and emotional injury after witnessing a trauma. By identifying what triggers those responses and developing effective coping mechanisms, you can rebuild a sense of safety and trust in your environment.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) helps you to integrate traumatic memories from an event you may have witnessed or experienced by using an eight phase protocol to reduce the intensity of the emotional response. Your therapist ensures you work in a safe environment and may use relaxation techniques to help you prepare.
Creative Arts Therapy
If you find it difficult to put thoughts and feelings into words, creative arts therapy in Massachusetts might be a good treatment method for you. Through art, music, and other expressive activities, this therapy allows you to explore and convey thoughts and emotions in a safe, creative space.
Accreditations
Joint Commission
The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.
Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
Contact
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