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Brien Center Keenan House

60 Cottage Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230

Est. 1920 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Brien Center Keenan House

  • Location: Great Barrington, MA
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Brien Center Keenan House

Keenan House is a gender-specific recovery program for people recovering from addiction and mental health issues. It includes Keenan House for Men, Keenan House for Women, and Keenan House North. These homes offer structured, long-term care supporting residents in rebuilding their lives and community ties.
Residents receive evidence-based therapies such as individual counseling, group sessions, and medication-assisted treatment. Daily programming focuses on relapse prevention, parenting, and health education. Holistic supports—like 12-step meetings, exercise, and peer mentoring—foster self-esteem and life skills, helping residents pursue personal recovery goals.
Each Keenan House provides a home-like environment that encourages connection and peer support. Residents live in a structured setting that fosters stability and includes continuous staff guidance and recovery services. This supportive housing model helps individuals focus on healing, personal growth, and lasting recovery.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Brien Center Keenan House provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Adolescents Young Adults Girls Boys Loved Ones

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient
Outpatient mental health facility
Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Individual psychotherapy Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Private non-profit organization
Medicare Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Other State funds Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds
Payment assistance (check with facility for details) Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Screening for tobacco use
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Smoking not permitted
Children/Adolescents Young Adults Adults Seniors
Vaping not permitted
Court-ordered outpatient treatment Family psychoeducation Case management service Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Brien Center Keenan House

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy, typically 90 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Brien Center Keenan House offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Brien Center Keenan House works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

60 Cottage Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment Family Involvement Therapeutic Community

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Chronic Relapse

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brien Center Keenan House

Does Brien Center Keenan House accept my insurance?
Brien Center Keenan House accepts 24 insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan — deductibles, copays, day limits, and pre-authorization requirements differ. Under the Mental Health Parity Act, commercial plans must cover addiction treatment at parity with medical care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free 5-minute benefits check.
What treatment programs are available at Brien Center Keenan House?
Brien Center Keenan House offers Residential Rehab with evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills. Each admission starts with a clinical assessment against the ASAM criteria to match program intensity (detox, residential, IOP, or outpatient) to clinical need.
How much does treatment cost at Brien Center Keenan House?
Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance coverage. Typical national self-pay ranges: outpatient $1,000–$3,000/month, 30-day residential $5,000–$20,000, 90-day inpatient $12,000–$60,000. With 24 insurance carriers accepted at Brien Center Keenan House, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near Great Barrington?
Yes. Browse all MA treatment centers or narrow to Great Barrington specifically. Our full facility directory filters by insurance carrier and level of care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a human-curated shortlist based on your situation.
What should I expect during treatment at Brien Center Keenan House?
Treatment typically begins with a comprehensive clinical assessment, then a personalized plan combining individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Programs at Brien Center Keenan House typically last 90 days. Aftercare planning — which may include sober living, outpatient follow-up, and peer support groups — ensures ongoing support after discharge. Per NIDA research, 90+ days of engaged treatment significantly improves long-term outcomes.
How do I verify Brien Center Keenan House is legitimate?
Every center listed on RehabFlow is sourced from the federal SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator and re-verified quarterly. For additional trust signals, check for JCAHO or CARF accreditation — both are voluntary third-party audits of clinical quality. Licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, MD) should be on staff, not just peer coaches. If you spot outdated data, email [email protected] — we re-check within 24 hours.

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