Therapy for Addiction & Mental Health

Our Therapeutic Services

Therapy for Addiction & Mental Health in Massachusetts

People seek therapy for many reasons. Maybe you are working through the challenges of mental health disorders like anxiety or depression. Perhaps you’re trying to navigate recovery from substance use disorder. Or, like many others who have come through our doors before you, there’s a combination of both. That’s why we offer a comprehensive, individualized approach to therapy that supports the whole person—emotionally, psychologically, and behaviorally.

Northstar Recovery Center’s therapy programs are designed to help you find clarity, strength, and lasting change.

An Integrated Approach to Healing

Our licensed clinicians draw from a broad range of evidence-based and holistic modalities to create treatment plans tailored to your unique needs and goals. From individual and group therapy to trauma-informed care and mindfulness-based practices, we offer a supportive environment where healing and growth are always possible.

At Northstar, therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s a collaborative process that helps individuals understand themselves more deeply, manage symptoms more effectively, and live with greater intention and resilience.

What We Offer

Our Therapeutic Services

Explore a sampling of the diverse range of therapy options we provide. Each approach is grounded in clinical research and designed to support mental wellness, emotional balance, and long-term recovery:

12-Step Recovery

Introducing the principles of structured peer support to enhance personal accountability and connection.

Individual Therapy

One-on-one counseling that provides space for self-reflection, skill-building, and emotional support.

Group Therapy

Facilitated groups where clients can process shared experiences, gain connection, and develop healthy interpersonal skills.

Family Therapy

Helping families heal together by improving communication, understanding, and support systems.

Trauma Therapy

Targeted interventions for individuals with a history of trauma, supporting safe and empowering processing.

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

A strengths-based approach that builds internal motivation for change through collaborative conversation.

Mindfulness-Based Therapy

Techniques that cultivate presence, reduce reactivity, and improve emotional regulation.

Psychodynamic Therapy

Exploring how past experiences shape current behaviors and emotional patterns.

Medication Management

Ongoing evaluation and coordination of psychiatric medications for mental health stability.

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)

Combining medication and therapy to support individuals managing substance use disorders.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A structured, goal-oriented approach to reframe negative thinking and build healthy behaviors.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Focused on developing emotional regulation, mindfulness, and distress tolerance skills.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Helping individuals clarify values and take meaningful action in the face of difficult emotions.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

An evidence-based method for treating trauma and reducing distress linked to past experiences.

Yoga Therapy

Integrating movement, breathwork, and meditation to support emotional and physical wellbeing.

We Are Here For You

Accessible Care, Flexible Scheduling

Many of us have been in your shoes, and know the courage it takes to ask for help. You’re not alone, and we’ll walk with you through every step of your journey to recovery. Our goal is to remove barriers to care so you can focus on healing. Northstar Recovery Center proudly serves individuals and families across Massachusetts with two convenient locations.

We offer flexible scheduling with morning, afternoon, and evening sessions, as well as weekend availability, to fit therapy into your life—not the other way around. Whether you prefer the structure of in-person sessions, the convenience of virtual care, or a hybrid approach, we make it easy to access the support you need.

Northstar Recovery Center

Therapy for Mental Health, Addiction Recovery, and Beyond

No matter what brings you to therapy, our goal is to help you reconnect with yourself, with others, and with your goals for the future. Therapy at Northstar offers a safe space to process challenges, gain insight, and build the tools needed for long-term stability and fulfillment.

Our clinicians are here to support you in working through depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, grief, stress, relationship difficulties, and more. Contact us today for a no obligation consultation.

Begin Your Journey Today

Contact Us to Begin Your Recovery

If you or a loved one is ready to explore treatment options, Northstar Recovery Center is here to walk with you every step of the way. Our dedicated team is available 24/7 and understands the complex emotional and physical challenges of addiction and mental health disorders. You don’t have to do this alone.

Call us today or fill out our simple online form to connect with a member of our admissions team.