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Family Therapy in Massachusetts
Addiction and mental health struggles affect more than just the individual. They impact the whole family. At Northstar Recovery Center, family therapy plays a vital role in the healing process, offering education, structure, and support to help loved ones understand what’s happening and how to move forward together. Contact us today to learn more about family therapy in Massachusetts.
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Why Family Therapy Matters
Healing family systems is as important to lasting recovery as healing the individual. Family therapy gives clients and their loved ones a space to process conflict, break harmful patterns, and learn healthier ways to relate to one another. It’s a chance for everyone to repair trust. At Northstar, our licensed clinicians work with families to reduce blame, clarify roles, and foster communication. When families feel informed, empowered, and supported, outcomes improve for everyone.
What Happens in Family Therapy?
Depending on your family’s needs, sessions may include:
- Education on addiction, mental health, and recovery
- Identifying roles and patterns within the family system
- Improving communication and emotional expression
- Setting boundaries and building accountability
- Navigating difficult emotions like guilt, anger, grief, or fear
- Rebuilding trust and a shared vision for the future
Family therapy can be integrated into an individual’s treatment plan or offered to support loved ones navigating these challenges on their own.
Let Northstar Recovery Center Guide the Way
Northstar Recovery Center in Southborough and West Springfield, MA is made up of a team of experienced, dedicated, and compassionate treatment professionals. We understand that the true test of recovery happens at home, and that the family unit is essential for success. Contact us today to learn more about our family therapy program.
What We Offer
Family Therapy for Addiction, Mental Health, and Dual Diagnosis
Our family therapy services are designed to meet the needs of families experiencing:
Addiction
Substance use disorder can isolate families, create mistrust, and generate years of unresolved pain. We help families learn about the nature of addiction, break cycles of enabling or codependency, and become healthier support systems.
Mental Health Challenges
Anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health disorders disrupt family dynamics. Family therapy gives space for empathy, understanding, and constructive support, while teaching concrete tools for improving connection.
Dual Diagnosis
When addiction and mental health conditions occur together, it adds layers of complexity. Family therapy helps clarify the interaction between these challenges and creates a shared language for healing.
Our Program
Education and Support for Loved Ones
One of the most valuable outcomes of family therapy is education. Our clinicians help families understand:
- What addiction and mental health disorders are, and aren’t
- How recovery works, including what to expect at different stages
- How to set boundaries while still offering support
- How to care for yourself while caring about someone else
We also offer weekly Family Support Groups as a complement to individual family therapy. These groups offer a safe space, peer support, and community for families who commonly feel alone in their circumstances.
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Stronger Together
It’s much easier to stay sober or mentally stable while in treatment. At Northstar Recovery Center, we understand that the true test of recovery happens at home, and that the family unit is essential for success. Contact us today to learn more about our family therapy and support groups.
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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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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.
