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Psychological Center Pegasus House

482 Lowell Street, Lawrence, MA 01840

Est. 1985 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Psychological Center Pegasus House

  • Location: Lawrence, MA
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Psychological Center Pegasus House

Serving the Lawrence, MA area, Psychological Center Pegasus House offers residential rehab and co-occurring mental health care designed around each client's needs and stage of recovery.

Care here features levels of care including residential rehab and co-occurring mental health 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, nutrition counseling and trauma-specific therapy and a treatment philosophy that is evidence-based, gender-specific and individual treatment.

Psychological Center Pegasus House serves women, young adults, lgbtq+ and women only and treats alcohol, co-occurring disorders, drug addiction, opioids, prescription drugs and smoking cessation.

On-site features include basketball court, outdoor lounge, volleyball court and outdoor dining.

The center works with 24 insurers including Highmark, Humana, ITU Funds and Intermountain Healthcare, so cost should not be a barrier to reaching out.

Aftercare options include continuing care, discharge planning, recovery coach and employment counseling.

Verify current programs, openings, and insurance by contacting Psychological Center Pegasus House, 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 Psychological Center Pegasus House provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Women Young Adults LGBTQ+ Women only

Amenities & Features

Basketball Court
Outdoor Lounge
Volleyball Court
Outdoor Dining

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
Residential/24-hour residential
Residential treatment center (RTC) for adults
Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Crisis intervention team Psychiatric emergency mobile/off-site services
Private non-profit organization
Community Mental Health Block Grants Community Service Block Grants IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds Medicare Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid U.S. Department of VA funds
Payment assistance (check with facility for details)
Young adults Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced trauma Persons with eating disorders Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Screening for tobacco use
Housing services Mentoring/peer support
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults
Spanish Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing Other languages (excluding Spanish)
Creole Portuguese
Vaping not permitted
Court-ordered outpatient treatment Diet and exercise counseling Family psychoeducation Legal advocacy Psychosocial rehabilitation services Supported employment Vocational rehabilitation services Case management service Education services

What to Expect at Psychological Center Pegasus 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 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.

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.

Psychological Center Pegasus House offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

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 Cognitive Behavioral 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. Psychological Center Pegasus 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

482 Lowell Street, Lawrence, MA, 01840

Quick Facts

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Gender-Specific Individual Treatment

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Prescription Drugs Smoking Cessation Heroin

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Frequently Asked Questions about Psychological Center Pegasus House

Does Psychological Center Pegasus House accept my insurance?
Psychological Center Pegasus 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 Psychological Center Pegasus House?
Psychological Center Pegasus House offers Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health with evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. 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 Psychological Center Pegasus 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 Psychological Center Pegasus House, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near Lawrence?
Yes. Browse all MA treatment centers or narrow to Lawrence 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 Psychological Center Pegasus 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 Psychological Center Pegasus House typically last 30 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 Psychological Center Pegasus 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 corrections@rehabflow.us — we re-check within 24 hours.

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