Genesis Counseling Services Inc

Genesis Counseling Services Inc is a substance use treatment center in Framingham, MA.

Substance use treatmentCo-occurring mental health and substance use treatmentOutpatientRegular outpatient treatmentInsurance AcceptedAdolescents
Genesis Counseling Services Inc facility

At a Glance

Location

24 Union Avenue, Framingham, MA 1702

Primary Focus

Substance use treatmentCo-occurring mental health and substance use treatment

Treatment Settings

OutpatientRegular outpatient treatment

Treatment Approaches

Cognitive behavioral therapyDialectical behavior therapyMotivational interviewingTrauma-related counselingRelapse preventionRational emotive behavioral therapySubstance abuse counselingAnger managementBrief intervention

Special Programs

AdolescentsAdult menAdult womenCo-occurring mental and substance use disorders

About Genesis Counseling Services Inc

Genesis Counseling Services Inc is an outpatient clinic in Framingham, MA, offering substance abuse treatment and addiction counseling to adolescents, men, women, and individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. With nearly 30 years of serving the Framingham community, Genesis brings consistent, accessible outpatient care to Middlesex County through flexible scheduling and a broad range of accepted payment options.

Genesis Counseling Services Inc operates as an outpatient clinic at 24 Union Avenue in Framingham, Massachusetts, situated in the heart of Middlesex County. The center has provided substance abuse treatment and addiction counseling to the local community for almost 30 years, positioning itself as one of the more established recovery resources in the Framingham area. For individuals and families weighing longer-term outpatient recovery options rather than residential or inpatient settings, Genesis represents a rooted, community-facing choice.

The primary level of care at Genesis is an Outpatient Program designed to address substance abuse and addiction. This format allows clients to participate in structured treatment while maintaining their daily responsibilities — work, family, and community commitments. The clinic's extended weekday hours, running as late as 9:00 PM Monday through Thursday and open Friday mornings, reflect a deliberate effort to make ongoing recovery programming accessible to people with full schedules.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the confirmed therapeutic method used at Genesis, a structured approach that helps clients recognize and shift the thought patterns that contribute to substance use. The facility recognizes substance abuse and addiction as preventable and treatable conditions — language drawn directly from the organization's own framing — which shapes a treatment philosophy grounded in realistic, skills-based recovery work rather than crisis management alone.

Genesis serves a notably broad population: adolescents, men, women, and individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. That last designation is a meaningful differentiator in a regional outpatient landscape where accessibility for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community is rarely prioritized. Payment options include Medicaid, private insurance, TRICARE, self-pay, sliding scale fees, and state insurance, lowering financial barriers for a wide range of clients. A client payment portal further streamlines the administrative side of ongoing treatment.

Outpatient Addiction Treatment in Framingham, MA

Genesis Counseling Services Inc has operated as an outpatient clinic in Framingham for almost 30 years, building a track record of substance abuse treatment and addiction counseling in Middlesex County. The center sits at 24 Union Avenue, Suite 11, and primarily serves the Framingham area — offering a community-embedded option for people who are looking for sustained outpatient recovery support rather than short-term crisis intervention.

The outpatient program model means clients engage with structured treatment while staying connected to their lives outside of clinical settings. That continuity — between therapy sessions and daily life — is often where lasting recovery takes shape. For individuals and families exploring outpatient programs as part of a longer recovery plan, Genesis offers a stable, accessible point of care in the local community.

CBT-Based Recovery for a Broad Range of Clients

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) anchors the clinical approach at Genesis Counseling Services. CBT is a structured, skills-focused method that helps people identify the thinking patterns and behavioral triggers connected to substance use — and develop practical strategies for managing them over time. For clients building long-term recovery, CBT provides tools that remain relevant well beyond the clinical setting.

Genesis serves adolescents, men, women, and individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. The inclusion of Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients in the center's served populations reflects an intentional commitment to accessibility that many outpatient programs in the region do not match. Whether a client is a teenager navigating early substance use concerns or an adult seeking sustained outpatient recovery support, Genesis works across a wide demographic range.

Accessible Scheduling and Flexible Payment Options

Genesis Counseling Services is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM and on Fridays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Those extended evening hours make it realistic for clients with jobs, school schedules, or caregiving responsibilities to participate consistently in outpatient programming — a practical consideration that matters when evaluating the long-term sustainability of a recovery plan.

On the financial side, Genesis accepts Medicaid, private insurance, TRICARE, self-pay, sliding scale fees, and state insurance. That range removes payment barriers for a significant portion of the population seeking outpatient substance abuse treatment in Middlesex County. The center also provides a client payment portal to simplify billing and account management for those enrolled in ongoing care.

Who Genesis Counseling Services Serves

The center's outpatient program is designed for adolescents, adult men, and adult women dealing with substance abuse and addiction. Serving multiple age groups under one outpatient setting speaks to the clinic's nearly three decades of experience managing a diverse client population in Framingham and the surrounding Middlesex County region.

Genesis Counseling Services also extends services to individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing — a population that faces significant systemic barriers when seeking addiction treatment. For families supporting a loved one in this community, Genesis represents one of the few confirmed outpatient options in the area that explicitly includes this population among those it serves. To learn more or begin the intake process, contact Genesis at (508) 620-2992 or reach the office by email at [email protected].

Why Choose Genesis Counseling Services Inc

  • Nearly 30 years of outpatient substance abuse treatment rooted in the Framingham, MA community
  • Explicitly serves Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients — uncommon among regional outpatient recovery programs
  • Extended evening hours through 9:00 PM on four weekdays, supporting clients who balance recovery with work or family
  • Broad payment access including Medicaid, TRICARE, sliding scale, and state insurance alongside private pay options
  • Serves adolescents alongside adult men and women, making it a multi-generational outpatient recovery resource

Frequently Asked Questions

What level of care does Genesis Counseling Services offer?

Genesis Counseling Services operates as an outpatient clinic, offering an Outpatient Program for substance abuse and addiction. This level of care allows clients to attend structured treatment sessions while continuing to live at home and manage daily responsibilities. It is well-suited for individuals who are in ongoing recovery or transitioning from a higher level of care.

What therapy approach does Genesis use in its outpatient program?

Genesis Counseling Services uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as its confirmed therapeutic method. CBT focuses on helping clients understand the connection between thought patterns and substance use behaviors, and it equips people with practical coping strategies for sustaining recovery over time.

Who does Genesis Counseling Services treat?

Genesis serves adolescents, adult men, adult women, and individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. This range makes it one of the more inclusive outpatient options in the Framingham area, particularly for members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community who often face barriers accessing addiction treatment.

What payment options does Genesis Counseling Services accept?

Genesis accepts Medicaid, private insurance, TRICARE, self-pay or cash, sliding scale fees, and state insurance. This broad range of accepted payment methods helps reduce financial barriers for clients across a wide range of income levels and insurance situations.

What are Genesis Counseling Services' operating hours?

The clinic is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM and on Fridays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The extended evening hours on four weekdays are particularly valuable for clients who work during the day and need to attend outpatient sessions outside of standard business hours.

Where is Genesis Counseling Services located?

Genesis Counseling Services is located at 24 Union Avenue, Suite 11, in Framingham, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. The clinic primarily serves the Framingham, MA area and can be reached by phone at (508) 620-2992.

Does Genesis Counseling Services treat adolescents?

Yes, adolescents are among the confirmed populations served at Genesis Counseling Services. The outpatient program is available to younger clients dealing with substance abuse or addiction, alongside adult men and women receiving treatment at the same facility.

Is Genesis Counseling Services equipped to serve Deaf or Hard of Hearing clients?

Yes, Genesis explicitly lists Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals among the populations it serves. This is a notable feature of the clinic, as many outpatient substance abuse treatment programs do not confirm this level of accessibility. Prospective clients or family members can contact the office directly at (508) 620-2992 or [email protected] to discuss specific needs.

How long has Genesis Counseling Services been providing addiction treatment?

According to the organization's own website, Genesis Counseling Services has been providing substance abuse treatment for almost 30 years. That longevity in the Framingham community reflects an established presence in Middlesex County's outpatient addiction treatment landscape.

Does Genesis Counseling Services have a client payment portal?

Yes, Genesis Counseling Services provides a client payment portal as part of its facility features. This tool allows enrolled clients to manage their payments and billing online, adding a practical layer of convenience for those engaged in ongoing outpatient treatment.

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