Behavioral Health & Addiction Recovery

Get the Support You Deserve — Confidential Care Steps From Your Door

Hilltown Community Health Center has provided compassionate, integrated behavioral health and substance use treatment across Western Massachusetts for over 75 years. You do not have to face this alone.

Federally Qualified Health Center

PCMH Certified

5 Locations Across Western MA

Watch: How HCHC supports your recovery journey (3 min)

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Why This Matters

Struggling With Addiction or Mental Health? You Are Not Broken.

Too many people in Western Massachusetts suffer in silence because they do not know where to turn, or they fear judgment. Here is what that silence costs:

Relationships Deteriorate

Untreated substance use and mental health conditions fracture families. Partners, children, and friends bear the burden of watching someone they love struggle without help.

Health Worsens Quietly

Substance use and untreated depression or anxiety compound over time. What starts as manageable becomes a medical crisis — and the longer you wait, the harder recovery becomes.

Financial Strain Builds

Lost workdays, emergency room visits, and the hidden costs of self-medicating add up fast. Proactive treatment costs a fraction of crisis care.

Rural Access Barriers

Living in the Hilltowns means fewer providers, longer drives, and less anonymity. Many people avoid seeking help because the closest facility feels too far or too public.

Integrated Care Under One Roof

Everything You Need for Recovery — All in One Place

No referral runaround. No repeating your story to five different offices. HCHC integrates behavioral health with your primary care so every provider is on the same page.

Behavioral Health Counseling

One-on-one therapy with licensed counselors who specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and co-occurring disorders.

Substance Use Treatment

Structured support for addiction including assessment, counseling, referral to detox and medication-assisted treatment programs.

Primary Medical Care

Routine checkups, chronic disease management, and preventive care — integrated with your behavioral health plan for whole-person healing.

Community Programs

Insurance navigation, health education, domestic violence advocacy, and elder outreach — wraparound support that addresses root causes.

Your Care Team

Led by People Who Care

Dr. Michael Purdy, CEO of Hilltown Community Health Center

Dr. Michael Purdy, OD, MSPH

Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Purdy leads Hilltown Community Health Center with a deep commitment to expanding access to quality care in underserved rural communities. With degrees in Biology, a Doctor of Optometry from The New England College of Optometry, and a Master of Science in Public Health, he brings both clinical expertise and a public health perspective to every decision.

Under his leadership, HCHC continues to expand its integrated model — ensuring that behavioral health, substance use support, and primary care work together seamlessly for every patient.

Doctor of Optometry Master of Public Health BS Biology

How It Works

Your Path to Recovery in 4 Simple Steps

No hoops. No waitlists. Just compassionate, professional care when you need it.

Call or Visit

Reach out by phone or walk into any of our 5 locations. Our intake team is warm, discreet, and ready to help.

Get Assessed

A licensed counselor meets with you to understand your situation, your history, and your goals — no judgment, just clarity.

Start Treatment

Begin counseling, therapy, or a structured program tailored to you. If you need detox or MAT, we connect you to the right provider immediately.

Ongoing Support

Recovery is not a straight line. We provide continuing care, community resources, and check-ins so you never feel alone.

Is This Right for You?

Our Behavioral Health Program Is For…

This Is For You If:

You or a loved one is struggling with substance use or addiction
You are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or grief
You live in the Hilltowns or Pioneer Valley and want local, accessible care
You want integrated care where your counselor and doctor collaborate
You need help but are not sure where to start
You are on MassHealth, Tricare, or have limited ability to pay

This May Not Be the Right Fit If:

You need immediate inpatient detox (we will refer you to the right facility)
You are looking for a residential treatment program (we provide outpatient support)
You need psychiatric medication management only (we focus on counseling-based care)

Affordable Care

We Accept Most Major Insurance

No one is turned away based on ability to pay. Sliding scale discounts are available for those who qualify.

MassHealth Tricare Blue Cross Blue Shield Aetna United Healthcare Cigna Sliding Scale Available

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my visit confidential?

Absolutely. All behavioral health and substance use services are 100% confidential. Your records are protected by federal and state privacy laws, and your information is never shared without your explicit written consent.

What if I cannot afford treatment?

HCHC is a Federally Qualified Health Center, which means we serve all patients regardless of ability to pay. We accept most insurance including MassHealth and Tricare, and offer sliding scale discounts based on income for uninsured and underinsured patients.

Do you offer detox or medication-assisted treatment?

HCHC provides behavioral health counseling and substance use assessment. For detox and medication-assisted treatment (MAT), we will connect you directly to specialized providers in the region so you get the right level of care without delay.

How quickly can I be seen?

We work to get you in as soon as possible. Many patients are seen within a few days of their first call. In urgent situations, our team can help triage and connect you to immediate resources including the state substance use helpline.

Which location should I visit?

HCHC operates five locations across the Hilltowns and Pioneer Valley: Huntington Health Center, John P. Musante Health Center, Worthington Health Center, and the Gateway RSD School-Based Health Center. Call us and we will help you find the most convenient location for your needs.

Recovery Starts With One Conversation

You have already taken the hardest step — admitting something needs to change. HCHC is here to walk with you from this moment forward. 75 years of compassionate care, 5 locations close to home, and a team that will never judge you.