Northstar Recovery Center

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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

03/27/2026

Now 1 YEAR sober, Michael reflects back on his experience with Northstar and all of the gifts of recovery that have come back into his life.

If you or someone you love are struggling with drugs or alcohol, call 888-339-5756 for a no obligation consultation.

If you love someone who struggles with alcohol, you’ve probably asked yourself some version of this question: Why won’t ...
03/26/2026

If you love someone who struggles with alcohol, you’ve probably asked yourself some version of this question: Why won’t they just stop? Underneath that question is another, more complicated one. Is alcoholism a choice, or is it something else entirely?

Explore the answer in our latest article: https://northstarrecoverycenter.com/blog/is-alcoholism-a-choice/

Meet Maggie, Lead Clinician at Northstar Recovery Center 🤝Maggie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Licens...
03/25/2026

Meet Maggie, Lead Clinician at Northstar Recovery Center 🤝

Maggie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC I) in Massachusetts, with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals on their recovery journeys. Maggie is passionate about creating a supportive, compassionate environment where both clients and clinicians can grow and thrive.

In her role, Maggie provides guidance and supervision to the clinical team, helps ensure high-quality, individualized care, and remains actively involved in both group facilitation and individual client treatment. She values collaboration and strives to foster a team culture grounded in respect, curiosity, and genuine care.

Maggie specializes in working with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, recognizing how deeply these challenges are connected. Her approach is rooted in evidence-based practices such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed care, with additional training in EMDR. She is especially committed to helping clients build practical skills, deepen self-understanding, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.

She began her career in a drug court treatment program, where she developed a strong foundation in accountability, structure, and meeting clients where they are. This experience continues to shape her belief that recovery is possible for everyone with the right support.

Maggie earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Colby-Sawyer College and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern New Hampshire University.

Above all, Maggie believes in the resilience of the people she works with and feels honored to be part of each client’s recovery process.

Kratom is legal and sold over the counter. It also activates opioid receptors in the brain, driving many to a cycle of t...
03/24/2026

Kratom is legal and sold over the counter. It also activates opioid receptors in the brain, driving many to a cycle of tolerance, dependence, and withdrawal.

This is when kratom use stops feeling like a choice.
When it goes from “this helps” to “I need this.”
When skipping a dose isn’t uncomfortable—it’s unbearable.

If you’re there, this isn’t a scare tactic. It’s clarity. And help is available.

Learn more: https://northstarrecoverycenter.com/blog/kratom-addiction-treatment/

03/23/2026

Designed for those who are transitioning from detox or residential treatment, or whose substance use doesn’t require medical intervention, Northstar's Day Treatment (PHP) Program provides comprehensive care during the day while allowing you to return home each evening.

Call 888-339-5756 to learn more.

03/20/2026

Northstar alum, Emily, shares how her time with us not only allowed her to successfully reenter the world, sober, but that she could also get back to being her true self.

Many of the most well-known and impactful individuals to ever live struggled with alcohol. Their experiences show that a...
03/19/2026

Many of the most well-known and impactful individuals to ever live struggled with alcohol. Their experiences show that alcohol use disorder (AUD) does not discriminate. Addiction is human. And so is the ability to change.

Check out our latest article to learn about some historical figures who battled alcoholism: https://northstarrecoverycenter.com/blog/famous-alcoholics-in-history/

Please join us in congratulating Northstar Clinician, Phaedra, on 17 YEARS in recovery!  👏🙌👏Phaedra works one-on-one wit...
03/18/2026

Please join us in congratulating Northstar Clinician, Phaedra, on 17 YEARS in recovery! 👏🙌👏

Phaedra works one-on-one with clients and leads recovery groups at our West Springfield, MA location. She brings a genuine presence and lived experience to her work, creating a space where people feel comfortable, supported, and understood as they navigate early sobriety.

Her message of hope:
"I am truly grateful to see another year of recovery. I was told, “It gets better,” and I have experienced exactly that. I believe my life is second to none and I no longer wish to be someone else. Recovery has given me hope for the future."

Addiction is a disease of isolation. Recovery relieves us of that awful ache of aloneness.You never have to be alone aga...
03/16/2026

Addiction is a disease of isolation. Recovery relieves us of that awful ache of aloneness.

You never have to be alone again. Call 888-339-5756 to speak with someone who understands.

03/13/2026

At Northstar, our Day Treatment program is the highest level of outpatient care we offer. It’s designed for people who need structured, intensive support, but are ready to live at home or in sober housing. This is often a next step after detox or inpatient, but anyone who is medically stable may attend.

Clients attend treatment five to six days a week for 6 hours per day, including breaks and lunch.

- Each day includes group sessions and skill-building workshops, with weekly 1-on-1 therapy with a dedicated clinician.
- We use evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, and relapse prevention.
- Holistic services like mindfulness and yoga help support the whole person.
- Every client receives a personalized treatment plan based on their needs and goals.
- Medication management and family involvement are available when appropriate.

Day Treatment provides the structure, accountability, and support needed to build a strong foundation for long-term recovery.

If you’ve ever felt like your body just won’t relax even when there’s no immediate threat in front of you, you’re not im...
03/12/2026

If you’ve ever felt like your body just won’t relax even when there’s no immediate threat in front of you, you’re not imagining it. But there's good news...

The nervous system is remarkably plastic. With the right tools and consistent practice, you can retrain your body to access a state of calm more easily and reliably.

Find out how in our latest article: https://northstarrecoverycenter.com/blog/nervous-system-stuck-in-survival-mode/

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132 Turnpike Road Suite 200
Southborough, MA
01772

Telephone

+18883110911

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