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Addiction treatment in Newton, MA
Outpatient Rehab for Newton, Served From Our Needham Office
Clear Steps Recovery does not have a clinic in Newton. Our closest office is in Needham, at 392 Chestnut Street, Suite 200, about 5 miles from Newton City Hall. From Newton Centre the drive runs down Walnut Street and Needham Street through Newton Upper Falls, then Highland Avenue into Needham, and takes about 12 minutes outside rush hour. Newton also has a one-seat MBTA ride to our door: the 59 bus ends at Needham Junction, a short walk from the office. All of our care is outpatient, so you come in for treatment and sleep at home. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction and looking to improve their quality of life, Clear Steps Recovery is here to help. Contact our admissions team to learn more.
Our Admissions Process
Call and speak with an admissions therapist today and share your basic information, ask any initial questions you may have, and our team will get you started on your road to recovery.
Clear Steps Recovery is here to support you on your sobriety journey by providing individualized care and comprehensive treatment plans to help you reclaim your life.
A Therapeutic Approach to Rehab in Newton, MA
Recovery journeys are as unique as the individual. That's why Clear Steps Recovery offers several levels of care and comprehensive programs to meet you where you are and provides evidence-based, individualized care.
For Newton residents
Newton at a Glance: Drive, Schedule and Local Help
Plain facts for Newton residents. There is no Clear Steps clinic in Newton: care happens at our Needham center.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Where care happens | 392 Chestnut Street, Suite 200, Needham, MA 02492, with free parking on site |
| Drive | About 5 miles and 12 minutes from Newton City Hall by Walnut Street, Needham Street and Highland Avenue |
| Public transit | MBTA bus 59 runs from Watertown Square through Newtonville and Newton Highlands to Needham Junction, a short walk from the office |
| Programs | Day Treatment on weekdays, Evening Treatment, the Outpatient Program and MAT |
| Evening schedule | Evening Treatment meets Monday to Thursday, 6 to 9 pm |
| Nearest emergency department | Newton-Wellesley Hospital, 2014 Washington Street, Newton, about 3 miles from Newton City Hall |
| District court | Newton District Court, 1309 Washington Street, West Newton |
| Local help | City of Newton: Treatment Options, and the city's Human Services Division at (617) 796-1420. The Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline, (800) 327-5050, is free and open 24/7. |
Getting here
Getting From Newton to Our Needham Office
From Newton Centre, take Walnut Street and Centre Street to Winchester Street, then Needham Street through Newton Upper Falls. Needham Street becomes Highland Avenue at the Needham line. Follow Highland Avenue to Chapel Street and Chestnut Street. The office is on Chestnut Street near the Needham Junction commuter rail stop, about 5 miles and 12 minutes outside rush hour. From West Newton and Auburndale, Washington Street (Route 16) to Route 128 south and the Highland Avenue exit is about 7 miles and 15 minutes.
By bus, the MBTA 59 runs from Watertown Square down Walnut Street through Newtonville, stops at Newton Highlands where it meets the Green Line D branch, then follows Needham Street and Highland Avenue to its last stop at Needham Junction, a short walk from our office. Weekday buses run from early morning into the evening. Check the current 59 schedule on mbta.com before you rely on it.
Parking is free on site. If getting here is the hard part, tell admissions when you call and we will help you plan around it.
Fitting treatment into your week
Which Program Fits a Newton Schedule
Every program runs at the Needham office with the same clinical team, and a licensed clinician recommends where to start at your assessment.
Evening Treatment, Monday to Thursday, 6 to 9 pm
Built for adults who work or study during the day, in Newton or in Boston. On the current schedule the last weekday 59 bus back toward Newton leaves Needham Junction before 8 pm, so plan on a car or a ride home after group. Read more about Evening Treatment in Needham.
Day Treatment on weekdays
Full clinical days on weekdays, then home at night. Weekday 59 buses run from early morning into the evening, so Day Treatment can work without a car. Admissions confirms the exact daily start and end times when you call. Read more about Day Treatment in Needham.
The Outpatient Program
Typically one individual session and one group session a week, scheduled around your work and family. Read more about the Outpatient Program in Needham.
If it is urgent
Emergency Care and Court Options for Newton
In a medical emergency or a suspected overdose, call 911 first.
The nearest emergency department
For Newton City Hall, the closest hospital emergency department is at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, 2014 Washington Street in Newton, about 3 miles away.
Section 35 and the court that serves Newton
Newton District Court, at 1309 Washington Street in West Newton, serves the City of Newton. Section 35 is the Massachusetts law that lets a District Court order treatment for someone whose alcohol or drug use puts them at serious risk. The Department of Public Health says a petition can be filed at any District Court, whatever the person's home address. Clear Steps Recovery does not file petitions and has no Section 35 beds. Our Needham office can be the outpatient step after a commitment ends, and our Section 35 guide for families walks through the whole process.
Crisis lines, any time
Call or text 988, or call or text the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line at (833) 773-2445. Both are free and open 24/7, and the Help Line can connect you to mental health and substance use care, including crisis services.
Local resources
Recovery Help in Newton
These are public and community resources, separate from Clear Steps Recovery. Many people use them alongside treatment.
- The City of Newton's Human Services Division connects residents with a case manager at <a href="tel:+16177961420">(617) 796-1420</a>, and its <a href="https://www.newtonma.gov/government/health-human-services/social-services/substance-use-resources/treatment-options">treatment options guide</a> explains the levels of care.
- The city offers <a href="https://www.newtonma.gov/government/health-human-services/social-services/narcan">free Narcan</a> by appointment at the same number, with a short lesson on recognizing an overdose.
- The <a href="https://www.newtonma.gov/government/health-human-services/social-services/substance-use-resources/newton-coalition-for-community-wellness">Newton Coalition for Community Wellness</a> offers overdose education and harm reduction resources.
- Family groups, including Learn to Cope, Al-Anon and Nar-Anon, are listed on our <a href="/resources/massachusetts">Massachusetts help page</a>.
Newton is in Middlesex County. Our overdose data brief tracks the county numbers each quarter.
Programs available
Drug & Alcohol Rehab Programs in Newton, MA
Clear Steps Recovery offers an evidence-based approach to treatment for substance use disorder. Our programs are designed to help individuals overcome addictions, such as:
Alcohol Rehab in Newton, MA
Clear Steps Recovery is here to help you break the cycle of alcohol addiction with custom treatment plans to help you lead a healthier, happier life. You don't have to do it alone! Contact our Admissions Team today to get started.
Co-Occurring Disorder Treatment
Those struggling with addiction often have the added challenge of mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, or PTSD. If you or someone you love is struggling with co-occurring disorders, Clear Steps can help.
As part of our comprehensive approach to drug rehab in Massachusetts, the Clear Steps Recovery team offers programs to support both addiction and mental health treatment. We will work closely with you to create a custom care plan to see you through your recovery in mind and body.
Insurance coverage
Insurance Authorizations for Newton, MA Addiction Care
Clear Steps Recovery offers substance abuse day treatment programs that your insurance may refer to as PHP, plus Evening Treatment on Monday through Thursday evenings. Our Needham program works with Harvard Pilgrim, Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Optum, Point32Health, TRICARE, Tufts Health Plan, United Healthcare and VA Community Care, and admissions checks your benefits with the carrier at no cost before anything is scheduled. See insurance in Massachusetts.
Day Treatment (PHP) for Newton Residents
Our day treatment program referred to by insurance as a Partial Hospitalization Program is typically preferred by clients who require a higher level of support without enrolling in an inpatient program. Contact our team to learn if this level of care is right for you.
Evening Treatment for Newton Residents
For clients who have completed Day Treatment or do not require as much professional support in their stage of recovery, we offer Evening Treatment, structured evening programming on Monday through Thursday, 6 to 9 pm, that your insurance carrier may authorize under its own program name. Contact us today to learn more.
Nearby towns
Neighboring Towns We Serve From Needham
FAQ
FAQ About Our Newton, MA Addiction Treatment Center
Is there a Clear Steps Recovery clinic in Newton, MA?
No. We serve Newton from our Needham office at 392 Chestnut Street, Suite 200, about 5 miles from Newton City Hall in Newton Centre. The drive takes about 12 minutes outside rush hour by Walnut Street, Needham Street and Highland Avenue. Parking is free on site.
Can I take the bus from Newton to your Needham office?
Yes. MBTA bus 59 runs from Watertown Square through Newtonville and Newton Highlands, where it meets the Green Line D branch, then down Needham Street and Highland Avenue to its last stop at Needham Junction, a short walk from our office. Weekday buses run from early morning into the evening, which suits Day Treatment and daytime outpatient sessions. Check the current schedule at mbta.com before you rely on it.
Can I go to Evening Treatment after work in Newton?
Yes. Evening Treatment meets Monday through Thursday from 6 to 9 pm at our Needham office, so a normal workday ends before group begins. On the current schedule, the last weekday 59 bus back toward Newton leaves Needham Junction before 8 pm, so plan on a car or a ride home. Nothing about your treatment is shared with an employer without your written consent.
Which hospital emergency room is closest to Newton?
The closest hospital emergency department to Newton City Hall is at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, 2014 Washington Street in Newton, about 3 miles away. In a medical emergency or a suspected overdose, call 911. For a mental health or substance use crisis, you can also call or text 988 or the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line at (833) 773-2445, both open 24/7.
Which court handles a Section 35 petition for someone in Newton?
Newton District Court, at 1309 Washington Street in West Newton, serves the City of Newton. The Department of Public Health says a Section 35 petition can be filed at any District Court, whatever the person's home address. Clear Steps Recovery does not file petitions and has no Section 35 beds. Our Needham office can be the outpatient step after a commitment ends. Our Section 35 guide for families explains the process.
Does Insurance Cover Addiction Treatment in Newton, MA?
Most people use the health insurance they already have. Our Needham program works with Harvard Pilgrim, Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Optum, Point32Health, TRICARE, Tufts Health Plan, United Healthcare and VA Community Care. Admissions checks your plan with the carrier at no cost and explains your deductible or copay before anything is scheduled. See insurance in Massachusetts.
Do You Offer Virtual Rehab in Newton, MA?
Yes! The professionals at Clear Steps Recovery understand that attending a rehab program in person is not always possible. We offer a remote program, allowing patients to participate in therapies and receive the support they need outside of our facility.
I Need Detox in Newton, MA. Can Clear Steps Help?
Clear Steps doesn't provide detox itself, but our admissions team helps you get into a detox program that fits you, then plans your care with us in Needham for when it ends. See help getting into detox in Massachusetts, or call (603) 769-8981 any time.
