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Comprehensive Intensive Outpatient Program for Mental Health in Massachusetts
At Northstar Recovery Center, we provide evidence-based, results-driven mental health counseling for adults across Massachusetts. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, or a combination of challenges, our team is here to support you or your loved one in a compassionate, structured environment. Contact us today to learn more about our Intensive Outpatient Program for Mental Health in Massachusetts.
Our Mental Health Program
The Benefits of IOP for Mental Health Outcomes
Our mental health intensive outpatient program (IOP) offers a level of care appropriate for individuals who don’t require residential treatment, but would benefit from a more intentional program than traditional outpatient counseling.
Looking for the best mental health treatment centers Massachusetts? Here are some reasons why a mental health IOP may be the right choice for you or a loved one:
Real Support, Real Life
You don’t have to put your life on hold. IOP lets you get focused care while still going to work, school, or handling family responsibilities.
Consistent Connection
In IOP, you’re not doing it alone. Group and individual sessions help you build trust, talk things out, and learn from others who are working through similar struggles.
Structure That Helps You Stay on Track
The rhythm of regular sessions helps keep your mental health a priority. That kind of consistency can be a game changer, especially during tough transitions.
Tools You Can Use Right Away
IOP teaches skills you can actually apply in daily life—like handling stress, managing emotions, and improving communication—so you don’t just feel better, you stay better.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like weekly therapy just isn’t enough, IOP might be the support you need to start feeling more like yourself again.
Our Caring & Compassionate Team
Meet Our Experienced Mental Health Counselors
Northstar’multidisciplinary team of licensed clinicians brings warmth, compassion, and deep clinical expertise to every interaction. They are experienced mental health professionals with specialties ranging from EMDR and trauma therapy to Jungian and Adlerian psychology. We are proud to work with some of the most experienced mental health counselors in Massachusetts.
Our team holds advanced degrees and licensure including:
MSW, LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LADC
Hayley Pepin, MSW, LICSW
VP of Clinical Operations
Maggie Robinson, LMHC, LADC1
Lead Clinician
Sydney Carney, MS
Clinician
Jared Cherney, MSW
Clinician
Rebecca Nissenbaum
Director of Admissions
Our Mental Health Program
Mental Health Conditions We Treat
If you’re struggling, you don’t have to fight the mental health battle on your own. We’ll meet you where you are, without judgement, and create a personalized path toward healing that gives you actionable tools to put into practice in real-world scenarios. We offer support for a wide range of emotional and mental health challenges.
Racing thoughts, constant worry, panic, or feeling on edge—we help you find relief and learn how to manage it day by day.
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If you’re feeling low, unmotivated, or stuck in sadness, we help you reconnect with yourself and rediscover hope.
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Whether it’s from the past or something recent, trauma can change the way you live and relate to others. We provide safe, trauma-informed care to help you heal.
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Grief isn’t just about losing a person—it’s about losing anything meaningful. We help you process loss and move forward without rushing the journey.
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Big life changes—like divorce, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts—can bring emotional stress. We help you adjust with clarity and support.
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We offer structured, compassionate care for those dealing with nightmares, flashbacks, or emotional triggers that won’t go away, including EMDR.
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When substance use and mental health challenges go hand in hand, our dual diagnosis team works with both—treating the whole person, not just the symptoms.
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Who We Serve
Everyone’s story is different—and so is the support they need. At Northstar Recovery Center, we welcome people from all walks of life with care that’s respectful, inclusive, and tailored to each individual’s experience. We work with:
- Adults: Whether you’re managing long-standing challenges or facing new ones later in life, we provide thoughtful, age-appropriate support for anyone 18+.
- Parents & Caregivers: Caring for others while trying to care for yourself can be overwhelming. We’re here to help you find balance and strength.
- LGBTQIA+ Individuals: You deserve care that’s affirming, safe, and grounded in understanding. We honor your identity and lived experience.
- Veterans, Military & Intelligence Professionals: We understand the unique stressors of high-demand service roles and offer confidential, mission-aware care.
- Frontline Healthcare Workers & Corrections Staff: Burnout, trauma, and emotional fatigue are real. We help you navigate them with compassion and tools that work.
- First Responders (Police, Firefighters, EMTs): You come face-to-face with crises every day. We provide a space for you to process, heal, and recharge—without judgment.
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Most Major Insurances Accepted
We are in-network with major insurance providers and accept most plans. Fill out the form on the right for a no obligation benefit verification. We’ll help you understand exactly what (if any) out of pocket costs will be. If we don’t accept your insurance, we work closely with facilities who do and will recommend the best treatment option for your insurance coverage.
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Start Your Healing Journey with our Mental Health IOP in MA
Your mental health matters. Whether you’re facing emotional challenges, having problems controlling substance use, or difficulty navigating a life transition, Northstar Recovery Center is here to help you thrive. Contact us today to schedule a confidential, risk-free consultation. If we’re not the best fit to help you, we’ll point you in the right direction.
