Lahey Health Behavioral Services - Tewksbury Treatment Center

24/7 Hospital-Based Detox And Stabilization

Lahey Health Behavioral Services – Tewksbury Treatment Center provides continuous hospital-based detox and stabilization for adults managing withdrawal from alcohol, opioids, and other substances. Located within a clinical campus in Tewksbury, Massachusetts, the program offers round-the-clock nursing care, physician oversight, and discharge planning that includes naloxone education to promote safety and readiness for ongoing recovery.

Medications For Addiction Treatment (MAT)

As a federally certified opioid treatment program, the center offers methadone and buprenorphine (with or without naloxone) to ease withdrawal and sustain recovery. These medications are integrated with evidence-based therapies such as motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, and trauma-focused counseling. Telehealth options extend therapeutic support beyond the facility, helping patients maintain care continuity once stabilized.

Integrated, Inclusive, And Trauma-Informed Care

Treatment plans address both substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. The program welcomes adults of all ages, including veterans, older adults, and pregnant or postpartum women. Care is designed to support people who have experienced trauma, intimate partner violence, or sexual abuse, as well as individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Assessments, testing, and health education promote a holistic understanding of recovery. Smoking is limited to designated areas, and vaping is not permitted.

Real-World Support And Recovery Pathways

Clients have access to transportation assistance, housing support, and case management to navigate practical challenges that can affect treatment success. The Tewksbury campus also offers a short-term Transitional Support Services (TSS) residence for men, bridging medical detox and ongoing treatment in a structured, recovery-focused environment. Payment options include private insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, state-funded coverage, and sliding-scale assistance. Spanish and sign-language services ensure care is accessible to more people.