Northstar Recovery Center

Northstar Recovery Center Start healing today: 888-339-5756

A Guiding Light on Your Journey to Recovery

Specialized addiction and mental health treatment services in Massachusetts, providing personalized and trauma-informed care. Northstar Recovery Center is a leading provider of substance abuse and mental health treatment, offering Day Treatment (High-Intensity Outpatient) both in-person and virtually. With locations in Southborough and West Springfield, Massachusetts, we support individuals and families impacted by substance misuse, mental health and co-occurring disorders with personalized care, evidence-based therapies, and compassionate connection. Grounded in the belief that recovery is possible for everyone, we create a safe and empowering environment where clients can heal, grow, and reclaim their lives. Our programs emphasize clinical excellence, authentic relationships, and a strong recovery community, including ongoing family support and a vibrant alumni network. By fostering connection and addressing the root causes of addiction, Northstar is building healthier, safer communities—one recovery journey at a time. Get help now: 888-339-5756

PHP | IOP | Individual Therapy | Group Therapy | Trauma Therapy | Dual Diagnosis | Mental Health | Co-Occuring Disorders | Outpatient | In-Person | Virtual | Hybrid | 12-Step | SMART | CBT | DBT | Holistic Recovery | Aftercare | Day Treatment

10/24/2025

At Northstar Recovery Center, we know that when someone is ready for help, every minute matters. Our admissions team is available 24/7 by phone, chat, or email. We can even do same-day admissions.

When you contact Northstar, you never go to a call center. You speak directly with myself or another staff member who has been in your shoes. The first call is simple—we listen, answer your questions, and get the details we need to guide you toward the right level of care.

We’ll verify your insurance benefits and explain any costs up front. If your insurance isn’t accepted, we’ll help connect you with the best possible treatment options that your insurance DOES cover. From there, we match you with the program that fits best—whether that’s Day Treatment (also known as PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), our Mental Health Program, or, if medically necessary, detox.

When you join us, we work with you to tailor a recovery plan that is built to last, based on your personal circumstances. That includes offering support and resources for your loved ones, so they can walk the journey. Throughout the process, everything is confidential, supportive, and focused on getting you into care quickly, so you can begin recovery without delay.

Learn more about Admissions at Northstar here: https://northstarrecoverycenter.com/admissions/

You may have heard the term “wet brain” used to describe the long-term effects of alcohol misuse. While the phrase might...
10/23/2025

You may have heard the term “wet brain” used to describe the long-term effects of alcohol misuse. While the phrase might sound informal, it refers to a very real and serious condition known as Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome (WKS).

Read our latest blog to learn the signs, symptoms, and treatment options for wet brain.

https://northstarrecoverycenter.com/blog/signs-and-symptoms-of-wet-brain/

Meet Karen, Clinician at Northstar Recovery Center 🤝Karen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with extensive exp...
10/22/2025

Meet Karen, Clinician at Northstar Recovery Center 🤝

Karen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with extensive experience supporting individuals as they navigate the challenges of mental health and substance use recovery.

Since joining the Northstar Recovery Center team in May 2023, Karen has played an integral role in helping clients take those first, courageous steps toward healing. She approaches her work with passion and accountability, blending Motivational Interviewing with a deep belief in each person’s ability to own their story, rewrite their narrative, and build a fulfilling life in sobriety.

Karen ensures that every client feels welcomed, informed, and supported from their very first interaction. She empowers clients to take an active role in their recovery journey, believing that true change occurs when individuals embrace ownership of their choices, understand their tools for growth, and commit to creating the life they envision.

With specializations in trauma-informed care, dual diagnosis treatment, and EMDR therapy, Karen is dedicated to fostering a compassionate and safe therapeutic space where clients can explore their experiences and rebuild from within. She earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Westfield State University and remains committed to providing evidence-based, person-centered care.

Outside of her clinical work, Karen enjoys spending time with her family, mentoring others in recovery, and finding balance through creativity and quiet reflection.

Wishing a very Happy Boss's Day to the kindest, most selfless, and hardest working group of people we know - the Northst...
10/16/2025

Wishing a very Happy Boss's Day to the kindest, most selfless, and hardest working group of people we know - the Northstar management team.

Thank you for leading by example and inspiring others to be better versions of themselves every day. 🙏

Meet McCartney, Clinician at Northstar Recovery Center 🤝McCartney has been an essential part of the Northstar team since...
10/15/2025

Meet McCartney, Clinician at Northstar Recovery Center 🤝

McCartney has been an essential part of the Northstar team since February 2023, guiding clients as they take the first steps toward recovery. She brings a passionate, accountability-focused approach, blending motivational interviewing with a deep belief in each client’s ability to own their story, rewrite their narrative, and create the life they want in sobriety.

McCartney holds both a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Lamar University in Beaumont, TX, and has built extensive experience supporting individuals and families navigating mental health challenges, trauma, and recovery in all aspects. She has worked directly with diverse populations, providing advocacy, crisis intervention, mentorship, and individualized treatment planning. Her approach emphasizes empowerment and self-responsibility, helping clients uncover their strengths and develop the skills to overcome obstacles, set goals, and sustain long-term recovery.

McCartney ensures that every client feels welcomed, informed, and supported from their very first interaction with Northstar. She provides guidance that allows clients to actively shape their recovery journey. She believes that true change comes when clients feel ownership over their choices, understand the tools available to them, and embrace the opportunity to grow into the life they envision.

Outside of work, you can find McCartney at the gym or on a run, exploring Boston and all it has to offer, writing poetry, or catching the latest horror movie. Her personal passions reflect her drive for growth, positivity, creativity, empowerment, and embracing life fully — qualities she brings to her work every day.

10/13/2025

Group therapy is a core component of the healing process at Northstar Recovery Center, because recovery thrives in connection, not isolation. In a group setting, clients come together to share experiences, challenges, and victories—and in doing so, realize they’re not alone. This shared space fosters empathy, accountability, and growth.

These groups are carefully facilitated by trained therapists who guide discussions around relapse prevention, coping skills, emotional regulation, communication, and life skills. Each session is structured yet flexible, allowing room for participants to bring up current struggles or revelations. As people listen and speak, they begin to identify patterns in their own thinking, learn healthier responses, and practice skills in real time.

One of the powerful benefits of group therapy is peer support. Hearing someone else describe something you’ve felt validates your experience—and offering your own insight reinforces your recovery. Over time, these groups become a safe community where trust is built, and participants encourage one another to take next steps and stay accountable.

Group therapy also complements individual work. While one-on-one sessions dig deep into personal history, trauma, or co-occurring issues, group therapy gives clients a chance to practice what they learn in a social context—learning boundaries, expressing emotions, managing triggers, and receiving feedback. It’s in group that many “aha” moments happen, as clients realize they share common struggles and can apply new tools together.

At Northstar, we believe group therapy helps transform loneliness into connection, confusion into clarity, and isolation into strength. If you’re ready to walk a path of mutual support, honest conversation, and shared recovery, our groups are here to welcome you.

Learn more here: https://northstarrecoverycenter.com/therapy/group-therapy/

Every year on October 10, the world recognizes — a time to reflect on how far we’ve come in understanding mental healt...
10/10/2025

Every year on October 10, the world recognizes — a time to reflect on how far we’ve come in understanding mental health and how far we still have to go in reducing stigma around asking for help.

Learn why today matters now more than ever, and what Northstar is doing to improve the mental well-being of our communities.

https://northstarrecoverycenter.com/blog/world-mental-health-day-2025/

10/09/2025

Northstar Recovery Center offers a daily, optional 12 Step program, rooted in the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous, as part of our broader treatment approach. The 12 Step model is one of the most widely used recovery frameworks. It has helped countless millions recover from alcoholism and addiction.

Clinicians guide clients through the history and application of the 12 steps, helping them integrate each step into their recovery. And clients are encouraged to participate in outside meetings like or for added support.

10/08/2025

Medication-Assisted Treatment, or MAT, is a proven approach that combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and therapy to support recovery from substance use disorders. At Northstar Recovery Center, we use MAT to help people manage withdrawal symptoms, reduce cravings, and lower the risk of relapse—so they can focus on the deeper work of healing.

For opioid addiction, medications like Suboxone and Vivitrol can make an enormous difference. Suboxone helps ease cravings and withdrawal, while Vivitrol blocks the euphoric effects of opioids and alcohol. For alcohol use disorder, options like naltrexone, acamprosate, or disulfiram can help minimize cravings, reduce post-acute withdrawal symptoms, or act as a deterrent to drinking. Every treatment plan is personalized, and our clinical team works closely with each client to find the medication that’s both safe and effective for their unique situation.

But MAT is never just about the medication. It’s one piece of a larger recovery plan that includes therapy, group support, and building new skills for life in recovery. By stabilizing the body and mind, MAT helps people stay engaged in treatment, giving them the best chance at long-term success.

If you or a loved one is struggling with cravings or repeated relapse, Medication-Assisted Treatment may be the bridge you need to lasting recovery. At Northstar Recovery Center, we’re here to guide you through the process every step of the way.

Learn more by calling 888-339-5756 or visiting our website: https://northstarrecoverycenter.com/addiction-treatment-programs/mat/

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