If you voice concern for takehome medications being suspended nursing will hold and continue your suspension as they feel like it without any clinical intervention or reason to why they are changing the method in which you take medication.
About Spectrum Health Systems
Spectrum Health Systems is an agency that provides substance use disorder treatment services in Haverhill, Massachusetts. They feature medication assisted treatment (MAT) and assorted outpatient counseling. Payment options accepted include Medicare, Medicaid and other insurance plans.
Same Day Admission For Medication Treatment
Spectrum Health Systems provides individuals with same day admission for medication treatment. The process will involve completing the intake, undergoing a physical exam, and toxicology requirements. Clients should be prepared to be at the facility for at least three to four hours to complete the process.
If the staff deems it appropriate, you’ll receive your first dose of either naltrexone or methadone. These meds help reduce relapse and withdrawal and prevent overdose.
Outpatient Counseling for Long Term Healing
As you’re taking medication to help you with your withdrawal symptoms, you’ll participate in counseling services to teach you the skills needed for recovery. Counseling available at this location includes individual, group, and family therapy.
They’ll teach you recovery skills, such as building a support system and developing healthy coping skills. Your family will also have the opportunity to receive education about addiction and learn the best way that they can support your recovery.
Spectrum Health Systems is conveniently located less than an hour outside of Boston. Great sober activities that you can enjoy when you’re not in treatment include walking at The Public Garden or learning about history at the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
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Latest Reviews
Alec
Reviewed on 10/16/2025
If you voice concern for takehome medications being suspended nursing will hold and continue your suspension as they feel like it without any clinical intervention or reason to why they are changing the method in which you take medication.
If you transfer and you've been clean for 2 years and you have 27-day take-homes they make you start over from the beginning which no other clinic does. They're also really difficult to get information from when you call and the front desk transfers you to nursing nursing wants to transfer you back to the front desk, I would not recommend anybody even starting from scratch with this clinic. CTC in Lowell and Lawrence are a MUCH better option based on my info gathering for transferring. It's clear from just the way they treat you over the phone that this place is disorganized and has policies that are completely unnecessary. 2 years of clean drug tests and they would make me come in every day for excessive amount of time before I could even get 3 take homes. Stay away from this clinic
Place has been very helpful with treatment etc
Response from the owner2 weeks ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are very pleased to know of your favorable experience at Spectrum Health Systems. 
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Accepted Insurance
Other Forms of Payment
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.
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.
Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.
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.
Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.
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.
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.
Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.
Programs
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Clinical Services
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.
Amenities
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Private Setting
Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Kurt Isaacson
CEO
Kristin Nolan
COO
Joe Rose
CFO
Jeffrey Baxter
Chief Medical Officer
Jonathan Miller
CIO
Lisa Blanchard
Chief Clinical Officer
Accreditations
The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.
CARF Accreditation: Yes
Contact Information
100 Plaistow Road
Haverhill, MA 01830
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