Evidence-Based Therapies That Support Real Change in Waltham, MA

Therapy shouldn’t feel like a formula. It should feel like it fits.

At On Call Treatment, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all care. Our approach is personal—because your needs, your history, and your goals are unique. We offer a range of evidence-based therapies to help you build real skills, shift harmful patterns, and reconnect with who you are underneath the struggle.

Whether you’re dealing with mental health symptoms, substance use, or both, our team will tailor your plan with proven methods—and walk with you every step of the way.

Core Therapies We Offer

Build skills for emotional regulation and stronger relationships.

Originally created for people facing self-harm and emotional dysregulation, DBT offers practical tools for staying grounded and present—even in crisis. It’s especially powerful for those navigating addiction, trauma, or intense emotional swings.

  • Focus areas include mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness
  • Ideal for managing impulsivity, mood instability, and high-conflict relationships

Shift unhelpful thought patterns and change your behavior.

CBT helps you spot the link between what you think, how you feel, and how you act. It’s one of the most well-researched therapies available—and for good reason. The insights it brings are often life-changing.

  • Effective for anxiety, depression, addiction, and more
  • A practical, empowering therapy for everyday struggles

Sort through mixed feelings and find your motivation.

Not sure you’re ready to change? MI gives you the space to explore that honestly. No pressure. No lectures. Just a safe conversation about what you want—and why it matters.

  • Gentle and collaborative
  • Especially helpful early in recovery or when facing transition points

Focus on what works—and start there.

This therapy doesn’t ask you to relive the past. Instead, it’s about building on your strengths to make things better now. One step at a time.

  • Practical, short-term, and goal-oriented
  • Works well for everyday challenges and family dynamics

Take responsibility without shame.

Reality therapy invites you to look honestly at your choices—and helps you find better ones. It’s grounded in the belief that we all want to belong, succeed, and feel in control of our lives.

  • Focuses on present-day actions, not past wounds
  • Encourages agency without blame

Learn to pause, breathe, and respond—rather than react.

Mindfulness isn’t just about staying calm. It’s about showing up for your own life with clarity. These practices help reduce reactivity, improve focus, and strengthen emotional balance.

  • Research-backed for anxiety, depression, and cravings
  • Supports better sleep, lower stress, and emotional steadiness

Because healing doesn’t happen alone.

When someone is struggling, the whole family feels it. This therapy helps loved ones reconnect, rebuild trust, and create healthier boundaries—together.

  • Includes education, communication tools, and support planning
  • Designed to support long-term family healing

See our full Family Program

A medically supported path through opioid or alcohol recovery.

For some, FDA-approved medications like Suboxone or Vivitrol can ease withdrawal, reduce cravings, and lower the risk of relapse. We use MAT when it’s appropriate—and always alongside therapy and medical supervision.

  • Integrates medication and behavioral support
  • Personalized to your needs and monitored by our clinical team

Frequently Asked Questions about Mental Health and Addiction

What kinds of therapy are used for substance use disorders?
Several therapy types may support recovery, depending on your needs and where you are in the process:
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI): Often used early in recovery to explore ambivalence and build readiness for change.
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps identify triggers and reshape thoughts that fuel substance use.
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Especially helpful if substance use is tied to emotional dysregulation or impulsivity.
  • Reality Therapy & Solution-Focused Therapy: Promote accountability and future-focused action.
  • Family Integration Therapy: Supports healing relationships impacted by substance use.
Which therapies are most effective for anxiety and depression?
  • CBT: A leading therapy that helps interrupt negative thinking and reduce symptoms.
  • Mindfulness-Based Therapy: Teaches present-moment awareness to ease rumination and manage stress.
  • DBT: Effective when anxiety or depression includes mood swings or interpersonal challenges.
  • Solution-Focused Therapy: Focuses on small, achievable improvements in daily life.
What therapies are used for trauma and PTSD?
  • DBT: Stabilizes intense emotions and prepares for deeper trauma work.
  • Mindfulness-Based Therapy: Helps with grounding, flashbacks, and hypervigilance.
  • Reality Therapy: Builds agency and helps regain control when trauma has left you feeling powerless.
  • Family Integration Therapy: Can help when trauma affects or is rooted in family dynamics.
Can therapy type change based on my level of care?
Yes. We tailor your therapy based on your care level and personal needs:
  • Day or Night Treatment: You may engage in several therapy types through group and individual sessions.
  • Virtual IOP: Core therapies like CBT, DBT, and MI are adapted for online care and support.
  • Individual Therapy: After stepping down, your therapist may narrow focus based on what’s working best for you.
How do I know what kind of therapy I need?
You don’t have to figure that out alone. After your clinical assessment, our team will recommend a care plan with the therapies most likely to support your goals. And if something isn’t working? We’ll adjust. The goal is always to meet you where you are—and help you move forward.
On Call Treatment Programs

Therapy That Fits You

You don’t need to know what kind of therapy is right for you. That’s our job—and we’ll walk you through it with care and clarity.

We’ll take the time to understand what you’re facing. Then we’ll build a plan together that supports your goals, your pace, and your voice.

Ready to talk? Contact us anytime or give us a call. We’re here 24/7 to help.