Applying Martin Luther King Jr.’s Lessons to Recovery from Alcoholism and Addiction
Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and teachings continue to inspire countless individuals striving for personal growth and societal change. While his work primarily focused on civil rights and equality, the principles he embodied can also guide those recovering from...
Utilizing the Twelve Steps in Day Treatment
Many people balk at recovery because they are unsure of the “steps” that they need to take to get well. This is where the Twelve Steps of recovery can come in and literally be life-saving. Regardless of which path one takes, the key is to find what works and stick to...
Introducing Northstar Family Support Groups
When someone is in treatment for addiction, their world metaphorically stops. Outside responsibilities like work and other time commitments are rightly paused so they can focus on getting well and learning tools to stay sober. But the world around them doesn’t...
Why Speaking in a Group Setting is So Important for Recovery
Addiction and alcohol recovery is a journey often marked by profound personal challenges, growth, and transformation. One of the cornerstones of this journey is gaining the courage to open up and speak in group settings. For many, this can feel like an insurmountable...
Avoiding a Relapse Over the Holidays
John Lennon famously sang, “And so this is Christmas / and what have you done / another year over / and a new one's just begun.” Regardless of what winter holiday one celebrates, it is a time of reflection and goal-setting for the future. This can be especially true...
Handling Day Treatment Over the Holidays
The iconic American author and philosopher Joseph Campbell famously said, “We must let go of the life we have planned, so as to accept the one that is waiting for us.” This is especially true for individuals in recovery. However, many people avoid getting the help...
The Effects of Drugs and Alcohol on the Brain and Body
The iconic English philosopher Herbert Spencer famously said, “The wise man must remember that while he is a descendant of the past, he is a parent of the future.” This is also true of the mindset an individual must possess if they are to truly be free in their...
How to H.A.L.T. and Handle Triggers in Treatment and Recovery
The English philosopher and author Alan Watts famously said, “To have faith is to trust yourself to the water. When you swim you don't grab hold of the water, because if you do you will sink and drown. Instead, you relax, and float.” This is symbolic of how one can...
Getting a Loved One Help for AUD
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is something that affects millions of people all over the world. Also, it is not just the individual who is affected. It can affect everyone in their orbit, especially loved ones like close family and friends. However, these people who can...
The Effects of AUD and SUD on the Family
It is now widely agreed upon in the addiction recovery and medical community that addiction is a “disease.” This is a significant understanding considering the stigmas of "personal choice," “moral failing,” and “sole history causality” that have long permeated alcohol...
WHO WE ARE
Northstar Recovery Center in Southborough, MA is made up of a team of experienced, dedicated, and compassionate addiction treatment professionals. We want to see our community heal from the effects of the opioid epidemic, alcohol addiction, and other substance use disorders.
Day Treatment Program in MA
Our day treatment program in Massachusetts, also referred to as an intensive outpatient program (IOP), is the highest level of health care offered at Northstar Recovery Center. This outpatient addiction treatment option encompasses comprehensive clinical health care and behavioral health therapy services. In the initial stages of addiction recovery, it's crucial to have robust support to navigate both the physical and emotional challenges that come with pursuing long-term sobriety.
Our dedicated team at Northstar Recovery Center, located in Southborough, MA, and West Springfield, MA, is committed to assisting you in establishing a solid foundation for a lifelong recovery from addiction to drugs and alcohol. Clients typically visit our outpatient addiction treatment center in Massachusetts each weekday for several hours, engaging in counseling sessions and other necessary interventions. This intensive outpatient therapy approach ensures a balanced and effective recovery process, tailored to individual needs within the framework of day treatment.
Individual, Group, and Family Counseling in Massachusetts
Addiction thrives in isolation, which is why group counseling sessions are a foundational part of our addiction treatment services. In group sessions, you’ll gain perspective on your struggles with substance use disorder and can connect with others who understand your experiences.
Family counseling can help your loved ones understand the disease of addiction, navigate conflict, develop better coping tools, and build healthier relationships. In individual counseling sessions, you’ll be able to work through personal issues like past trauma with the help of experienced therapists at our alcohol and drug treatment centers. Improve your quality of life and pursue lifelong sobriety now.