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Gunderson Residence

Lee, MA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient Outpatient MAT Telehealth

Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Telehealth center · in Lee, MA · Serves trauma survivors.

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About Gunderson Residence

Located near Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts, this residential program offers care for adults with borderline personality disorder and other personality disorders. It specializes in helping cisgender women, transgender women, and nonbinary individuals assigned female at birth. The center is close to museums, parks, and public transit, with easy access to Boston.
The Gunderson Residence uses therapies like dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mentalization-based treatment (MBT), and transference-focused psychotherapy (TFP). These evidence-based approaches support emotion regulation, relationship building, and recovery from self-harming behaviors. Patients benefit from individualized treatment plans and daily skills groups guided by trained professionals.
Group outings, gym access, private rooms, and weekly webinars for families are part of care. The program encourages community involvement through classes or volunteer work. With a structured schedule and focus on long-term healing, the Gunderson Residence creates a supportive setting for emotional growth and stability.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for adults. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Young adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with eating disorders, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Haloperidol, Perphenazine, Pimozide, Clozapine, Olanzapine, Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination, Quetiapine, Risperidone, Nicotine replacement + 2 more
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Gunderson Residence accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (857) 419-7090 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other MA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Gunderson Residence offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Outpatient, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment.
Does Gunderson Residence have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with eating disorders, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
What therapy methods does Gunderson Residence use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Gunderson Residence?
Call the facility directly at (857) 419-7090 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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