My son and I are satisfied with the services since day one. A friend of mine recommended this place, and now I can recommend it. Totally recommend it.
About BILH Behavioral Services
Beth Israel Lahey Health Behavioral Services in Lawrence, Massachusetts provides trauma focused outpatient programs to help folks recover from substance use disorder. They also address co-occurring disorders for folks dealing with both substance misuse and mental issues.
They offer an intensive outpatient program (IOP) which is a structured and clinically intensive day or evening therapeutic support. A partial hospitalization program (PHP) may also be available if you need even more intense support than outpatient therapy. This involves at least six hours of sessions daily for five days a week.
Their program includes individual, group and family counseling alongside education and medication assisted treatment (MAT). You can also access court mandated services like driver alcohol education and court evaluation.
I think it’s neat that they adopt a risk reduction philosophy here. This focuses on effecting positive change without judgment, pressure or shame. You’ll first undergo a comprehensive intake assessment. This helps their clinical team identify treatment needs and craft personalized treatment plans.
Their therapeutic interventions may incorporate evidence based models like trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Seeking Safety and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). These models help you address past trauma fueling your addictive behavior in a safe and conducive setting. They promote emotional regulation and distress tolerance that help you manage cravings and build resilience. Individual therapy lets you work through personal and emotional issues one-on-one with a trained therapist.
Group therapy enables you to connect, interact and share experiences with peers facing similar challenges. It promotes community support and engagement that makes you feel less lonely in recovery. It’s also an avenue to develop positive social interaction, effective communication and healthy relationships. These are important for maintaining a sober lifestyle and preventing relapse.
Family therapy focuses on resolving conflict and improving relationships with your loved ones. This creates a positive family dynamic that strengthens your support network. It’s great that these therapeutic interventions are available virtually via their secured telehealth. This optimizes convenience and makes recovery more comfy.
Their MAT program benefits folks struggling with opioid dependency and mental health conditions. The technique uses meds approved by the FDA alongside behavioral therapy to support recovery. This program is part of the medication management services provided by their skilled clinical team. It involves figuring out the right meds, dosage/timing, safety procedures and managing side effects.
MAT delivers the best recovery outcomes by tackling both the physical and psychological aspects of opioid misuse.
Latest Reviews
Prescribers have been changing every single month and spend 20 minutes or less to make their own diagnosis as to what you should be prescribed and 99% the time they Do not have the qualifications nor do they even ask any background so they are not doctors nor do they have the qualifications nor the ability to actually sit down with the patient to understand what the actual prognosis is and correct medication. It is extremely irresponsible for a new prescriber to initially change medication without any knowledge of the patient s background, not a single question about it, not qualifiedIf you don t have money, then you don t get the adequate help that is required, and you are made to feel Humiliated not better.How they stay in practice, I will never know I keep requesting to be referred elsewhere wherever they refer me to will not return call or not taking on poor people because we don t have access to adequate insurance, medical treatment, and constant misdiagnosed but feel that they can play God and change medications that have been in place by someone who actually did Have some background. Had the unfortunate situation where my options were limited and not only was it bad years ago it has become increasingly concerning over the years and for all patients involved. My mental state has consistently become worse with each 20 minute visit with a different prescriber Each time since my regular one.
Worst place to go look for mental health help they will stop your medication cold turkey and will prescribe you what benefits them the most the psychiatrist are extremely rude and unprofessional wouldn t recommend it save your money and don t go there.
This place is not very good if you try to look for medicines, they do not pick up the phone and you go a long time without seeing the doctor, they just wait for you to go crazy so they can make their money.
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Accepted Insurance
Other Forms of Payment
Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.
Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Addiction Treatments
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.
Treatments
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.
Programs
Teen Program
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Child Program
The providers who specialize in the children's rehab space understand the specialized needs that this population faces. School-based and social services such as tutoring and family counseling are often central to treatment. Child programs may also address the needs of youth experiencing substance abuse in the home, including a parent's or sibling's addiction.
Seniors Program
Nearly one million adults age 65 and older live with a substance use disorder. Treatment providers who specialize in senior care understand the social, psychological, and physical effects of aging and how they relate to recovery. They can help clients address particular challenges and risks they may face as they get older such as overdosing and medication interactions and dependencies.
LGBTQ Program
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.
Clinical Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
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 addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.
Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Contact Information
(978) 968-1700 
12 Methuen Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
Get Help Now - 800-985-8516
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Fact checked and written by:
Chika Uchendu
Edited by:
Courtney Myers, MS
