I participated in one of the programs of Dimock Community Health Center and it truly was a challenge for me, the road to recovery is not easy but in this place they were sincerely interested in me and thanks to the constant support I received from them I was able to achieve ...
About Dimock Health Center
Askia Academy at Dimock is a youth focused substance use treatment program in Boston, Massachusetts, serving adolescents ages 13 to 18 in the Roxbury neighborhood. As part of The Dimock Center’s integrated behavioral health services, the program offers outpatient counseling and intensive outpatient services designed to support recovery and improve functioning at home, in school and in the community. Askia Academy emphasizes family involvement, skill development and culturally responsive care within a structured, supportive environment.
Adolescent Addiction Treatment Programs at Askia Academy
Treatment begins with a comprehensive assessment to evaluate each teen’s substance use, mental health and family dynamics. From there, youth can access outpatient counseling or step up to intensive outpatient services, depending on the level of support needed.
Services include individual and group counseling, family therapy, case management and recovery support to help adolescents build healthy coping skills and sustain sobriety. The program addresses both substance use and co-occurring behavioral health concerns, using a holistic, community centered approach that integrates with The Dimock Center’s broader health and wellness services.
Quick Facts About Askia Academy at Dimock
- Levels of care: Outpatient counseling and intensive outpatient (IOP) services for adolescents
- Who they treat: Youth ages 13 to 18 with substance use disorders and co-occurring behavioral health needs
- Approach: Family centered, culturally responsive care with an emphasis on skill building and community reintegration
- Services: Comprehensive assessment, individual and group counseling, family therapy, case management and ongoing recovery supports
Facility Overview
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Excelente atención sin distinción de raza o género muy amables la recepción muy amable te ayuda con el idioma excelente la señorita del medio al no mas llegar
Response from the owner6 days ago
Muchas gracias por sus amables palabras. Nos alegra saber que se sintió bien recibida y que el equipo pudo ayudarla con el idioma desde el primer momento. Gracias por confiar en nosotros para su cuidado.
My nurse practitioner that took care of me was amazing, her name is Emily Restrepo. She was phenomenal. She never cut me off. She wasn’t rude. She never made me feel like I was asking for too much or taking up too much of her time even when I lost my train of thought, she never interrupted. She was just great. She listened to all my concerns made recommendation and she prescribed me the right meds. That’s going to actually help me. If you bring your kids here ask for her she was just so caring and memorable.
Response from the owner6 days ago
Thank you for sharing this! We're glad Emily Restrepo took such good care of you. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to her.
I got clean in 2006 this place really helped me. The rooms were nice and dark and relaxed there was no pressure to get out of bed when I didn't feel good. The staff helped me get into inpatient after care . Really great place for community I'm grateful for this place and
Response from the owner6 days ago
Jason, thank you so much for sharing. Nearly 20 years of recovery is something truly worth celebrating, and we are so glad Dimock was part of your journey. Knowing that our staff and environment made a difference during such a critical time is something we are truly grateful for. We wish you continued health and strength, and thank you for taking the time to come back and share your experience. 
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Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
They provide outpatient services for adults recovering from substance use disorders. Masters Level Clinicians, Licensed Social Workers, Psychiatrists, and a Psychologist form the programs’ clinical team which helps clients fully regain their lives and their well-being. Together, they help clients become fully engaged with the issues confronting them, providing them with the tools that support their ongoing recovery journey.
Inpatient rehab offers robust, hands-on care in a highly structured and supportive environment. The facility provides housing, meals, and round-the-clock supervision, allowing clients to focus exclusively on their recovery. Inpatient treatment typically involves intensive addiction counseling based on CBT, DBT, RBT, motivational interviewing, or other psychotherapeutic approaches. Many inpatient treatment centers also offer life skills training and/or complementary therapies, including meditation, mindfulness, and nutrition counseling.
Treatments
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
Addiction is a highly complex problem, and drug rehab in Massachusetts is often necessary to address it. These programs treat physical, mental, and relational issues that are involved. Treatment empowers individuals to manage these issues without the use of drugs.
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
Clinical Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.
Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.
Eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and dysfunctional eating patterns. Many psychologists and other mental health professionals consider eating disorders to be food addictions, meaning food is being used in an addictive way (similar to drug or alcohol addiction). Certain substance abuse treatment programs will have treatment for eating disorders as one of the services offered. An eating disorder may also present as a co-occuring disorder or dual diagnosis alongside drug and alcohol addiction.
Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.
Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.
Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.
Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Dr. Charles Anderson
President & CEO
Allie Barrios, JD
Director of Compliance and Risk Management
Stephanie Browne
Chief People Officer
Jocelyn Gilman
Chief Development Officer
Stephen O’Halloran
Chief Information Officer
Marisol Rosario
Chief Operations Officer
Dr. Monera Wong
Chief Medical Officer
Accreditations
The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.
Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
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Contact Information
45 Dimock Street
Boston, MA 02119
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