McLean Fernside
P.O. Box 1070, Princeton, MA 01541
✓ Joint Commission Est. 2006 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838
Free · Confidential · 24/7
About McLean Fernside
Located in a quiet, hotel-like environment near major transit routes, the center serves individuals with substance use disorders (SUD), depression, and co-occurring psychiatric conditions. Clients receive structured care that combines intensive therapy, medical oversight, and family involvement, all within a private setting with easy transportation to clinical appointments.
Fernside applies a multidisciplinary approach that integrates individual and group therapy, psychiatric management, and expressive modalities. Treatments such as yoga and art support emotional regulation, while symptom education and medication evaluation guide clients toward sustained progress. Direct care staff and medical professionals ensure continuity across each stage of recovery.
Beyond clinical care, Fernside emphasizes comfort and routine through private accommodations, daily housekeeping, and nutrition planning. Services include smoking cessation support, a fully equipped fitness studio, and scheduled sessions with nutritional consultants. This blend of wellness offerings complements therapy and allows each individual to engage fully with their healing.
Fernside applies a multidisciplinary approach that integrates individual and group therapy, psychiatric management, and expressive modalities. Treatments such as yoga and art support emotional regulation, while symptom education and medication evaluation guide clients toward sustained progress. Direct care staff and medical professionals ensure continuity across each stage of recovery.
Beyond clinical care, Fernside emphasizes comfort and routine through private accommodations, daily housekeeping, and nutrition planning. Services include smoking cessation support, a fully equipped fitness studio, and scheduled sessions with nutritional consultants. This blend of wellness offerings complements therapy and allows each individual to engage fully with their healing.
Who This Center Serves
Men
Men and Women
Women
Amenities & Features
Fitness Center
Recreation Room
Gardens
Chef-prepared Meals
Walking Trails
Services Offered
What to Expect at McLean Fernside
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 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 30 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.
Contact Information
Quick Facts
| Program | 30 days |
| Capacity | 6-15 beds |
| Focus | This center treats substance u... |
| Insurance | 24 accepted |
| Accreditation | Joint Commission |
Therapies & Methods
Treatment Philosophy
Evidence-Based
Individual Treatment
Family Involvement
Conditions & Substances Treated
Alcohol
Co-Occurring Disorders
Drug Addiction
Opioids
Prescription Drugs
Smoking Cessation
Heroin
Insurance Accepted
McLean Fernside works with 24 insurance providers.
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Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA