Mental Health & Addiction Treatment in Billerica, MA 01821

 
 
 
 
  Excellent rating  
 Based on 321 reviews 
 
 
  
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
This Friday, I graduate from Pillars IOP, and honestly, I’m emotional thinking about how far away this moment once felt.
When I started this program, anxiety and OCD had taken over so much of my life. My world had gotten smaller. I was afraid of my thoughts, my emotions, physical sensations, and uncertainty. There were days when simply getting through the day felt like an accomplishment. There were moments when I wondered if I would ever feel like myself again.
This journey has not been perfect. There have been good days, really hard days, setbacks, panic attacks, tears, and moments of doubt. But Pillars taught me that recovery isn't about never feeling anxious again. It’s about learning that I can feel anxious, uncomfortable, or uncertain and still keep living my life.
I learned that I don't have to solve every thought, explain every sensation, or have 100% certainty before moving forward. I learned that setbacks don't erase progress, and that I am capable of handling hard moments.
To the incredible team at Pillars: thank you for challenging me, supporting me, believing in me, and helping me find my way back to myself. You gave me tools I will carry with me long after I graduate.
And to anyone struggling right now:
Please don't give up on yourself simply because you can't see the other side yet. You don't have to take the whole journey today. Just take the next step. Take it scared. Take it uncertain. Take it with tears in your eyes—but keep going.
There was a time when I couldn't imagine getting here.
This Friday, I graduate.
Not because I will never struggle again, but because I now know I can struggle and still keep going.
Thank you, Pillars, for helping me believe in myself again. ❤️‍🩹
  
 
  
 
 
 Kelley Hartman 
 
4 days ago
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
I don’t always show it in group but the staff here has really helped me in ways I can’t explain in words
  
 
  
 
 
 Reese Blanchard 
 
18 days ago
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
I started at Pillar Health during a really difficult time in my life. From day one, the team treated me like a person, not a case number. The intake was thorough but never judgmental, and the group sessions actually gave me tools I could use right away.
What stands out most is how the staff follows through and I can’t say enough about how caring they were about my situation. That kind of care is rare.
If you’re struggling with mental health, substance abuse or just need someone in your corner, go to Pillar Health. They genuinely want you to get better.
  
 
  
 
 
 Andrew F 
 
32 days ago
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Outstanding clinicians and phenomenal mental health care. I was hesitant to join but am beyond happy and eternally grateful for every group and one-on-one session I experienced. A very well rounded program that has created such a safe and comfortable space to build connections with others in recovery and to develop skills and healthy ways to navigate anxiety, stress, triggers, and unhealthy urges. I wish I could give more than 5 stars. A highly recommended program.
  
 
  
 
 
 Becky 
 
32 days ago
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
I am so glad to give Pillars Health in Tewksbury the best review. I came into the IOP hesitant, but hopeful .  The staff were engaged and encouraging. I came out of that hesitancy with a positive mental and physical outlook.

The Check in and Check out were expertly handled with both in-person and virtually, making time to make each voice heard with helpful suggestions on how to keep moving forward to a positive, and , educated perspective!
  
 
  
 
 
 Thembekile Mazibuko 
 
34 days ago
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Absolutely an exceptional treatment center. Their staff are A+ and are incredibly dedicated to helping their clients. They provide a tremendous amount of support to their clients' family members.  I can't say enough about this program!  Highly recommended!
  
 
  
 
 
 Jean McCarthy 
 
34 days ago
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
I joined this program at a point in my life where I felt everything was out of control, I had no future, I had recently been dealing with a divorce and the loss of the life I knew with the pet family we created. Having that torn down I knew I needed to take a step to take care of myself. This program has allowed me to become in touch with myself again. Learn to live, by myself. Codependency was a crutch for me and learning about all of this has educated me to make better choices, and sit and really challenge my thoughts. Mid way through the program I lost someone I loved to suicide. Thankfully I was in the program and they gave me the space I needed to process for a few days and jumped back in. The team even helped me file an extension with PFMLA and work to ensure when I have returned I am the best version of myself going back. Met many great people and they have a great caring staff. Not to mention DOWN TO EARTH.
  
 
  
 
 
 Alexandrea Maki 
 
39 days ago
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
  
 
  
 
 
 Jon Galloway 
 
39 days ago
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
The staff is absolutely amazing! I felt like I belonged immediately. It's a small group, but the best I've ever experienced. I'm going to be so sad when it comes to an end, as I will miss everyone, but confident I learned the proper tools I needed to be my best self.
  
 
  
 
 
 Sarah W 
 
39 days ago
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
I can not say enough about how great pioneer has been, I was so nervous my first day and they made me feel so comfortable and have helped me tremendously so far in healing.
  
 
  
 
 
 Shane Coy 
 
41 days ago