hillside detox center chestnut hill
Hillside Detox Center is a Joint Commission-accredited facility at 188 Florence St in Chestnut Hill. It is one of 326 substance use treatment facilities listed for Massachusetts on the SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov site as of November 2026. This page explains its programs, therapies, and payment options.
- Joint Commission
- Detox
- Co-Occurring Mental Health
- Outpatient
- 10 days



Hillside Detox Center provides care to adults facing substance use alongside co-occurring disorders. It began operating in 2023 and is accredited by the Joint Commission. Rather than treating a single problem in isolation, the center brings together detox, outpatient services, and mental health care.
The program is built around evidence-based and trauma-informed methods. Treatment planning is individual, and the center describes a team that includes medical and mental health professionals working together. Hillside Detox Center in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, offers detox and outpatient services for adults with co-occurring conditions and lists 9 therapy options, from cognitive behavioral therapy to EMDR.
Services and counseling offered
Hillside Detox Center lists three care options: detox, outpatient, and co-occurring mental health treatment. A typical program lasts 10 days, shorter than many residential rehabs but in line with a focused detox stay. The detox program at this Chestnut Hill center is supervised and lasts about 10 days, with outpatient care available afterward for ongoing support.
Counseling options range from individual sessions to cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, art therapy, adventure therapy, experiential therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), life skills training, and medication-assisted treatment. In its own description, the center calls its approach evidence-based, experiential, individual, trauma-informed, and twelve-step oriented. These therapies at Hillside Detox Center in Chestnut Hill, MA, include CBT, EMDR, and medication-assisted treatment for alcohol and other substances, which gives people more than one path to work on recovery.
- Trauma Informed
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Family Therapy
- Adventure Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Individual Treatment
- Evidence-Based
- Life Skills
- Twelve Step
- 1-on-1 Counseling
The people the program is designed for
- Adult men and women with a substance use disorder or alcohol use disorder
- People living facing a mental health condition plus an addiction disorder, such as a personality disorder, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety
- Individuals who need medically supervised detox from alcohol, benzodiazepines, or other substances
- Adults seeking outpatient treatment or continuing care after detox
- People hunting for a program that includes family therapy and aftercare planning
Location, capacity, and languages
The center has 6-15 beds, so it is a small program. Amenities include access to nature, a basketball court, fitness center, gardens, library, outdoor lounge, and internet access. Rooms have en suite bathrooms, air conditioning, and coffee makers. Activities range from yoga and dance classes to hiking and AA/NA meetings. The center lists English as its only language. With 6-15 beds in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, Hillside Detox Center offers a small, structured setting with fitness and outdoor amenities for people in early recovery.
- Fitness Center
- Business Center, Computers
- Library
- Gourmet Dining
- Gardens
- Outdoor Lounge
- Basketball Court
- Access to Nature
Ways treatment costs are covered
The payment options include self pay rates this center lists. This page does not show any specific insurance plans. If you intend to pay through insurance, reach out to the center to verify coverage before committing to anything. Call Hillside Detox Center in Chestnut Hill, MA, to confirm whether your insurance plan covers detox or outpatient services and what your cost will be. The helpline can help you verify availability and coverage too.
Ask these pre-selection in Chestnut Hill
- Does this center accept my insurance, and what portion of the cost will I owe after coverage?
- How does the team handle alcohol or benzodiazepine withdrawal, and who supervises it?
- What happens after the 10-day program ends, and what aftercare is included?
- How many people are typically in the program at once, given the 6-15 bed size?
- Can family members be involved in therapy and discharge planning?


Other centers for comparison
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Lowell, MA
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- 30 days program
- 6-15 beds
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Watertown, MA
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Wayfinder Behavioral Health Watertown is an outpatient center at 440 Arsenal St.
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- 30 days program
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Concord, MA
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- Co-Occurring Mental Health
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Pyramid Boston Metro Detox and Residential serves adults needing withdrawal support and residential care.
- 90 days program
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Medford, MA
Monte Nido Laurel Hill
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- Residential Rehab
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- Joint Commission
- 7+ days program
- 6-15 beds
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Waltham, MA
Evoke Wellness Waltham
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- Joint Commission
- 45 days program
- 16-30 beds
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Athol, MA
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Good to know
How do detox and rehab differ, and what services does Hillside Detox Center provide?
Detox is the medical process of clearing a substance from the body, while rehab is ongoing treatment for the behaviors and conditions around substance use. Hillside Detox Center lists detox as one care option, along with outpatient and co-occurring mental health treatment. The typical program length is 10 days, according to its listing. A clinician can explain which level of care fits your situation.
Does Hillside Detox Center accept MassHealth or Medicaid?
Self-pay rates are listed as a payment option at this center, but this page does not indicate participation in MassHealth or Medicaid. MassHealth, Massachusetts' Medicaid program, may pay for some substance use treatment, though coverage depends on the service and the provider. Before you plan a stay, call the center directly to ask about MassHealth and private insurance.
How long can a patient stay at Hillside Detox Center?
Programs usually last 10 days, and the center has 6-15 beds. This makes it a short-term choice, often used for detox before moving down to outpatient care. If you need a longer residential stay, ask the center about referrals or aftercare planning. The helpline can assist you in comparing other programs in Massachusetts.
Can alcohol withdrawal be dangerous enough that medical supervision is needed?
Withdrawal from alcohol can be risky and occasionally life threatening, particularly for people who drink heavily and then stop abruptly. Coming off benzodiazepines can be serious as well. For that reason, a medical team should monitor detox instead of someone trying it on their own. Detox is listed as a service at Hillside Detox Center, so ask how medical supervision works during a stay there.
How to reach the center in Chestnut Hill
You can reach Hillside Detox Center directly at the number listed for 188 Florence St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467. To compare it with other programs, the helpline is open 24/7. Advisors take calls at no charge, keep the conversation private, and do not require any commitment. They can help you ask about availability and insurance coverage, and they connect callers with licensed treatment providers. Admission or a specific outcome cannot be guaranteed, but talking things through may help you choose your next step.