NeighborHealth – South End

1601 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02118

South End Community Health Center MA 2118

About NeighborHealth – South End

South End Community Health Center provides comprehensive health care services for people of all ages in Boston, Massachusetts. If you need help overcoming a drug or alcohol addiction, you can contact their behavioral health care department. They offer counseling and evaluation services for kids, teens and adults. You can visit them in person or schedule a virtual visit. You can pay for your services through self payment, private insurance, Medicare or MassHealth.

One neat aspect of this department is that they have a truly multidisciplinary team on staff. When you visit for your counseling session, you may interact with psychologists, psychiatrists, behavioral health therapists, social workers and other experts. At your first visit they’ll assess your condition and develop a treatment plan that fits your exact needs so you can always rest assured you’re getting the right level of care.

They offer counseling in individual or group settings. If they believe addiction medication can make your recovery process easier, they can also provide psychopharmacology services.

Former clients say the staff members here are caring and compassionate. They also say they go above and beyond to meet your needs. However, a few have found it hard to get in touch with the front desk or make an appointment.

Latest Reviews

Juan Pablo P. D.
3 weeks ago on Google
5
They are the Best.They are the best. Thank you
Tatiana Sepulveda
3 weeks ago on Google
5
Response from the owner3 weeks ago
Hi, Tatiana. Thank you so much for rating your experience with us so highly!
Luz Adriana Mp
3 weeks ago on Google
5
Excellent attention
Response from the owner3 weeks ago
Hi, Luz. We appreciate the kind words and are glad we could provide you with a positive experience!
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Accepted Insurance

NeighborHealth – South End works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

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.

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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
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.
12-step icon12-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.

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

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Hearing Impaired Program
A sensory disability, such as hearing impairment, can compound the challenges of addiction recovery. Drug rehabs that are specially designed to accommodate the needs of persons with hearing impairments will include special accessibility features and accommodations to make treatment as comfortable and effective as possible. This may include access to American Sign Language interpreters.
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HIV/AIDS Program
HIV/AIDS programs support disease prevention and management in high-risk individuals in recovery. Individuals who engage in intravenous drug use and other addictive behaviors are at a higher risk of becoming infected with HIV. Rehab centers that specialize in treating this population typically have a high number of nurses, physicians, and psychiatrists on staff who can make sure both their medical and mental health needs are met.
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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.

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.

Four principles are key to motivational interviewing in Massachusetts. First, the therapist offers empathy for the client's feelings and experiences. Second, they encourage the client to believe in themselves and their ability to change. Third, the therapist refrains from imposing their own viewpoints. Lastly, the therapist helps the client identify discrepancies in their circumstances and future goals.

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

Phone icon (617) 425-2000
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1601 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02118

Fact checked and written by:
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Edited by:
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Reviews of NeighborHealth – South End

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5

This rating goes out for all the staff, for their hard work and effort to help us, patients! Even the smallest questions or requests are resolved. (edited)

Reviewed on 12/27/2018
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4.1 (322 reviews)
Juan Pablo P. D.
3 weeks ago
5

They are the Best.They are the best. Thank you

Tatiana Sepulveda
3 weeks ago
5

Response from the owner3 weeks ago
Hi, Tatiana. Thank you so much for rating your experience with us so highly!
Luz Adriana Mp
3 weeks ago
5

Excellent attention

Response from the owner3 weeks ago
Hi, Luz. We appreciate the kind words and are glad we could provide you with a positive experience!
A Zulema flores
4 weeks ago
5

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Hi, A. We must have done something right to get such a good rating from you. We really appreciate you taking the time!
Ondina Aguilar
4 weeks ago
5

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Hi, Ondina. We appreciate the rating, and are glad we could provide you with a positive experience!
Cruz Maria
4 weeks ago
5

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Hi, Cruz. Your feedback is highly appreciated. Thank you so much for the review!
Jose Pena
1 month ago
5

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi, Jose. We are delighted that you had a great experience with us. Thank you for taking the time to rate us!
Grizel Zu�iga
1 month ago
5

Excellent care and they are very concerned with their patients.I am very pleased with the care at this clinic.They are very concerned about patients and very kind.

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi, Grizel. Your feedback is highly appreciated. Thank you for the review!
Carolina Rodriguez
1 month ago
5

I like this clinic a lot

Response from the owner9 months ago
Hi, Carolina. Thanks for taking the time to share your positive experience. We truly appreciate it!
TJ Hogue
1 month ago
5

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi, Tj. Thank you so much for rating your experience with us so highly!
yuliana yepes
1 month ago
5

Excellent

Response from the owner6 months ago
Hi, Yuliana. Thanks for taking the time to share your positive experience. We truly appreciate it!
M. Rodrigo Velasquez
1 month ago
5

Response from the owner5 months ago
Hi, M.. Thank you so much for rating your experience with us so highly!
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