If you are experiencing a crisis, help is available from the Brien Center Crisis Team at : 413-499-0412
In an emergency, call 9-1-1.
If you are experiencing a crisis, help is available from the Brien Center Crisis Team at : 413-499-0412
In an emergency, call 9-1-1.
If you are experiencing a crisis, help is available from the Brien Center Crisis Team at : 413-499-0412
In an emergency, call 9-1-1.
If you are experiencing a crisis, help is available from the Brien Center Crisis Team at : 413-499-0412
In an emergency, call 9-1-1.
Behavioral & Mental Health Services
Behavioral & Mental Health Services
Stress, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders require attention, and our licensed treatment programs, endorsed by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health, offer crucial support. With crisis-trained clinicians and emergency facilities across North Adams, Pittsfield, and Great Barrington, we provide 24/7 screening and stabilization. Specializing in severe psychiatric issues and substance use disorders, our Behavioral Health team connects patients to community programs for sustained recovery. Collaborating with the Brien Center post-hospital programs, we ensure ongoing outpatient therapy. Remember, you’re not alone; our dedicated healthcare providers are committed to supporting you throughout your recovery journey.
Substance Use Recovery
Berkshire Health Systems has recovery and stabilization programs for men and women confronting addiction to drugs and alcohol. Addiction to alcohol and other drugs is a chronic disease requiring professional intervention and a life-long determination to resist and rise above its destructive impulses. Our highly skilled team of substance use professionals work with each patient to address the many physical and emotional effects of addiction.
Our recovery center is a 21-bed acute treatment center providing expert medical care for safe withdrawal, the unit provides group treatment anchored by the principles of safety, early recovery and relapse prevention.
Recovery Center Services
- Medically monitored detoxification from alcohol and other drugs
- Evaluation and Assessment
- Treatment plan specific to patients’ individual needs
- Group Therapy
- Case Management
- Networking and referral to transitional residential recovery or outpatient continuing care
Our 30-bed stabilization program was created to improve long-term recovery for people recuperating from opioid, alcohol and other substance addictions. It’s a vital bridge between initial detoxification at the McGee unit and community-based residential programs.
Treatments & Services Provided
- Full Biological/Psychological/Social Assessment
- Individualized Treatment Plan
- One-on-One Counseling
- Group Therapy
- Relapse Prevention Training
- After-Care Planning
- Daily Nursing Services
- 3 Meals Per Day plus snacks
- Transport to medical or after-care appointments
- Exercise Room
Stay time average around 14 days, depending on individual circumstances. Housed on Kent Avenue, the home is staffed by substance use clinicians who help clients stabilize against their addictive impulses and build on their sobriety recovery skills.
Outpatient Behavioral Health Support
If you’re navigating stress, anxiety, depression, or substance use issues in the Berkshire community, our outpatient behavioral health services at Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) are here for you. Our licensed treatment programs, overseen by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health, provide comprehensive care and support. With crisis-trained clinicians in North Adams, Pittsfield, and Great Barrington Emergency facilities, we ensure 24/7 screening and stabilization for individuals facing behavioral health challenges. Following hospital-based programs, we work closely with the Brien Center to facilitate ongoing outpatient therapy and support, ensuring a smooth transition towards recovery.
For information on these programs, please reach out to your provider.
Our Partial Hospital Program at is a structured outpatient and intensive, group therapy program for individuals 18 years old and up with behavioral health or co-occurring behavioral health and substance use disorders. Our Partial Hospital Program at is a structured outpatient and intensive, group therapy program for individuals 18 years old and up with behavioral health or co-occurring behavioral health and substance use disorders.
This is a structured, short-term treatment program for youth aged 12 to 17 years old. We offer strength-based and trauma informed group therapy which emphasizes skill-building, interpersonal connection, psychological safety, growth and connection.
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:00-6:00pm (9 hours a week).
Other Community Support Programs
Berkshire Health Systems has many support programs.
Locations
