Located in Cambridge, MA, North Charles Institute for Addiction Services/Medication Unit offers co-occurring mental health and
outpatient care for people seeking help with substance use and related challenges.
The facility provides levels of care including co-occurring mental health, outpatient and
detox and typical program lengths around 30 days.
Clients engage with evidence-based and supportive therapies such as 1-on-1 counseling,
cognitive behavioral therapy,
family therapy,
group therapy, life skills and online therapy.
North Charles Institute for Addiction Services/Medication Unit serves men, women and young adults and treats co-occurring disorders, drug addiction, opioids and smoking cessation.
Coverage is accepted from 24 plans such as Tricare, Tufts Health, United Healthcare and Aetna; the admissions team can confirm what your policy covers.
Aftercare options include continuing care and outpatient treatment.
Verify current programs, openings, and insurance by contacting North Charles Institute for Addiction Services/Medication Unit, or call our confidential helpline for help finding the right fit.
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 North Charles Institute for Addiction Services/Medication Unit provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)