📍 36 Miller Stile Rd, Quincy, MA 02169
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Reviewers frequently praised the compassionate and professional staff, the structured programming, and the facility's effectiveness in helping individuals achieve sobriety. Many credited the treatment center with saving their lives and appreciated the focus on 12-step principles and the gradual transition back to daily life. However, some reviewers criticized the facility, mentioning rude or dishonest staff, issues with promised scholarships, and a need for improvement in the women's program.
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| Treatment types | Substance Abuse Treatment |
| Services | Residential Treatment, Sober Living Home, Intensive Outpatient Services, Outpatient Services, Dual-Diagnosis Treatment, Behavioral Disorder Treatment |
| Setting | Private/Secluded, Residential Neighborhood |
| Gender | No Gender Restrictions |
| Age ranges | Adult Age |
| Insurance accepted | Private Insurance |
| Financing | Available |
<p><strong>ABOUT NORTHEAST ADDICTIONS TREATMENT CENTER</strong></p> <p>Located blocks from the Town River Bay in the eastern Quincy suburb of south Boston, Northeast Addictions Treatment Center (NEATC) offers <strong>interventions and outpatient care</strong> at a variety of intensities <strong>for adults struggling with addiction</strong>. The facility also can assess and treat <a href="http://www.recovery.org/topics/dual-diagnosis-recovery/" target="_blank">co-occurring disorders</a>.</p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>NEATC does not subscribe to a single treatment philosophy; rather, the organization <strong>tailors its array of methodologies to suit the individual client</strong>, including <strong>evidence-based practices</strong> such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), emotionally focused therapy (EFT), and internal family systems (IFS) therapy; <strong>12-step immersion</strong>; and recovery coaching. </p> <p>Clients engage in therapy in <strong>individual, group, and family or couple's settings</strong>. Holistic offerings include <strong>mindfulness and art therapy</strong>, and the facility is equipped to provide trauma-focused therapy.</p> <p>The most intensive level of care is a <strong>day treatment program or partial hospitalization program (PHP)</strong>, though the facility does not presently provide specific details. Within the state, NEATC is one of <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/MA17.pdf" target="_blank">32 PHP/day treatment programs</a> at substance abuse treatment facilities. </p> <p>The next step down is an <strong>intensive outpatient program (IOP)</strong>, which involves attending three-hour sessions at least three times a week, and is among <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/MA17.pdf" target="_blank">19.7 percent</a> of IOPs at substance abuse treatment facilities in Massachusetts. The standard outpatient program (OP) requires attendance at least once per week. <a href="http://www.recovery.org/topics/extended-recovery-programs/" target="_blank">Aftercare</a> includes referrals for further services as well as housing, job, and educational resources.</p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>In the state of Massachusetts, NEATC is among <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/MA17.pdf" target="_blank">28.2 percent</a> of substance abuse treatment facilities accredited and certified by The Joint Commission. The treatment staff includes an MD who's board certified in both internal and addiction medicine, a master’s level clinical supervisor, primary therapists, and case managers. </p> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>To date, 12 alumni submitted reviews to Rehabs.com about NEATC, more than 83 percent of which were <strong>overwhelmingly positive</strong>. A majority of these reviewers attributed treatment here with <strong>saving their life</strong>, expressed in a representative review as: ”The staff and programming were amazing. The people at Northeast literally saved my life and went above and beyond for me and my family. I would not be where I am today as a father, husband and son without Northeast.” </p> <p>Reviewers commended the “level of care,” the “caring, kind, staff,” considered the program “12-step based treatment done right,” and an environment that “went above and beyond to cater to my needs.” Two alumni offered dissenting views, both claiming they were lied to in order to get them into treatment; one referred to staff as “rude and dishonest” and the other shared: "They told me it was a strong 12 step program but it is not.” </p> <p>On secondary sites, NEATC received <strong>largely favorable coverage</strong> to date: 4.9 out of five stars based on 45 reviews on Google; 3.5 stars based on five reviews on Yelp; and 4.9 stars based on 34 reviews on Facebook, which the organization can manage. <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a></small> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a></small> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a></small> </p> <p>Most reviewers wrote about the facility in glowing terms, described their experiences as <strong>life changing, the staff as dedicated and friendly</strong>, and the process and treatment philosophy as “unique and incredible”, such as D.R. on Google, who had been to other facilities, but found that NEATC “launched me into the 12 steps with the proper tools that I have been lacking over the years. I would recommend this place to all those who are serious about their recovery. The staff and program is top notch.”</p> <p><strong>WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY</strong></p> <p>Two loved ones submitted positive impressions of NEATC to Rehabs.com to date. One of them received the information needed from the facility to help a family member. The other, whose grandson completed the program, wrote: “So grateful for your treatment center helping him to see his worth and giving him the tools to help him live a recovering life.”</p> <p><strong>WHAT STAFF SAY</strong></p> <p>Three staff members submitted <strong>highly favorable feedback</strong> to Rehabs.com to date: all rated the major categories of the survey the top five stars. They <strong>praised most aspects of the facility</strong> – from the treatment model to compassionate staff and “wrap around services.” One staff member wrote: “NEATC has been pivotal in assisting patients with all the tools necessary to rebuild their life and achieve goals. I would recommend my loved ones and friends to this facility.”</p> <p>On secondary site Glassdoor, the facility received <strong>positive coverage</strong> to date: 4.2 out of five stars based on nine reviews.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-4"><sup>[4]</sup></a></small> Of the total, seven awarded the facility the top five stars, citing dedicated employees and employers and rewarding work as strengths. “They strive daily to help as many struggling alcoholics and drug addicts as possible. This job has truly changed my outlook on life and I am grateful to be part of this team,” one representative reviewer wrote. </p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>According to NEATC's website, the organization accepts most insurance. Some PPO providers cover the entire cost of treatment. </p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.google.com/search?source=hp&ei=sY3YW6H4AYaxggfwgIyYDA&q=Northeast+Addictions+Treatment+Center+reviews&btnK=Google+Search&oq=Northeast+Addictions+Treatment+Center+reviews&gs_l=psy-ab.3..0.3035.14219..14591...0.0..0.156.3025.42j3......0....1..gws-wiz.......0i131j0i10j0i22i30j0i22i10i30.wyLJCAsAM4g#btnK=Google%20Search&lrd=0x89e3636a38a73647:0x622e27f00e2d927a,1,,,&spf=1540918720034" target="_blank">GoogleReviews</a></small></p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/northeast-addictions-treatment-center-quincy" target="_blank">https://www.yelp.com/biz/northeast-addictions-treatment-center-quincy</a></small></p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a> [https://facebook.com/NEAddictions/reviews/?ref=page<em>internal] (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/NEAddictions/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/NEAddictions/</a> reviews/?ref=page</em>internal)</small></p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-4"><sup>[4]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Northeast-Addictions-Treatment-Center-Reviews-E1664971.htm" target="_blank">https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Northeast-Addictions-Treatment-Center-Reviews-E1664971.htm</a></small></p>
— Sherry Adler · 2018-12-25 13:58:04 EST
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