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McLean Fernside

Princeton, MA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient MAT Dual Dx

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Princeton, MA · Serves trauma survivors.

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About McLean Fernside

Located in a quiet, hotel-like environment near major transit routes, the center serves individuals with substance use disorders (SUD), depression, and co-occurring psychiatric conditions. Clients receive structured care that combines intensive therapy, medical oversight, and family involvement, all within a private setting with easy transportation to clinical appointments.
Fernside applies a multidisciplinary approach that integrates individual and group therapy, psychiatric management, and expressive modalities. Treatments such as yoga and art support emotional regulation, while symptom education and medication evaluation guide clients toward sustained progress. Direct care staff and medical professionals ensure continuity across each stage of recovery.
Beyond clinical care, Fernside emphasizes comfort and routine through private accommodations, daily housekeeping, and nutrition planning. Services include smoking cessation support, a fully equipped fitness studio, and scheduled sessions with nutritional consultants. This blend of wellness offerings complements therapy and allows each individual to engage fully with their healing.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

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 · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Residential/24-hour residential, Long-term residential, Short-term residential
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Adult women, Adult men, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma
Medications used
Acamprosate (Campral®), Disulfiram, Buprenorphine sub-dermal implant, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Medications for HIV treatment, Medications for Hepatitis C treatment + 6 more
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Housing services, Recovery coach, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
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

Address

P.O. Box 1070, Princeton, MA 01541

Facility direct line

(978) 354-7709

Photos

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does McLean Fernside accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (978) 354-7709 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 McLean Fernside offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential, Long-term residential, Short-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does McLean Fernside have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult women, Adult men, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does McLean Fernside use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at McLean Fernside?
Call the facility directly at (978) 354-7709 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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