Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment in Williamstown, MA
Healing from benzo addiction starts with care you can trust.
Whether you’re taking Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, or Valium, benzodiazepines can become addictive fast—especially when they’re taken longer than prescribed. At Greylock Recovery, we offer safe, medically supervised detox and structured residential treatment to help you reclaim your life, with care that never feels cold or clinical.
If You’re Still Using Benzos, This Is for You
We know how this starts. Maybe you were prescribed something for anxiety, insomnia, or panic. Maybe it helped—at first. And maybe now, it feels like your body needs it just to function. Like you’re stuck between fear of stopping and fear of continuing.
If that’s where you are, you’re not alone. Benzodiazepines create physical dependence quickly, and stopping them suddenly can be dangerous. That’s why we don’t expect you to figure this out by yourself—or rush you into quitting cold turkey.
At Greylock Recovery, we help people take thoughtful, medically supported steps forward. That might mean:
- A slow, supervised taper with 24/7 monitoring
- Medications to reduce withdrawal symptoms
- Supportive therapy to address anxiety, trauma, or whatever led you here
- A plan that respects your fears—and your goals
You don’t need to be “ready to quit forever” to reach out. You just need to be willing to explore a safer way forward.
Understanding Benzo Addiction
What Are Benzodiazepines and Why Are They Addictive?
Benzodiazepines are sedatives used to treat anxiety, panic attacks, and insomnia. They work by calming the nervous system—but over time, the brain can become dependent on them. Physical withdrawal from benzos can be dangerous, even life-threatening, which is why stopping “cold turkey” isn’t safe.
Common benzos include:
- Xanax (alprazolam)
- Ativan (lorazepam)
- Klonopin (clonazepam)
- Valium (diazepam)
Our Approach to Benzodiazepine Treatment
Safe, Structured, and Compassionate
Benzo addiction often hides in plain sight. At Greylock Recovery, we create a nonjudgmental space where you—or someone you love—can begin to heal. Our program includes:
- Medically monitored detox to manage dangerous withdrawal symptoms
- Residential care that focuses on long-term stabilization
- Therapy for trauma, anxiety, and co-occurring conditions
- Peer support and connection with others who understand
- Family involvement to repair trust and build support
Integrated Services That Support Benzo Recovery
You’ll Never Do This Alone
Our benzo treatment pathway includes access to:
- A Woman’s Journey Program – for pregnant or parenting women
- The Family Forward Program – because addiction affects everyone
- Stay Connected – long-term peer mentorship after discharge
- Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) – when clinically appropriate
Benzo Detox: Why Medical Supervision Matters
Benzo withdrawal can be life-threatening.
Unlike many substances, quitting benzos suddenly can lead to seizures, psychosis, and other serious symptoms. Our detox team monitors you closely to taper safely and minimize risk.
Benzo Addiction by the Numbers
Emergency Department Visits Involving Mental Health Conditions, Suicide-Related Behaviors, and Drug Overdoses Among Adolescents Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic — United States, January 2019–February 2023.” Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), vol. 70, no. 34, 2021, pp. 1178–1183.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). “Drug Overdose Deaths in the U.S. Top 100,000 Annually.” CDC National Center for Health Statistics, 2022. https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/pressroom/nchs_press_releases/2022/202205.htm.
National Institute on Drug Abuse. “Overdose Death Rates.” National Institutes of Health, Jan. 2022. https://nida.nih.gov/research-topics/trends-statistics/overdose-death-rates.
Ashton, Heather. “Benzodiazepines: How They Work and How to Withdraw.” University of Newcastle upon Tyne, 2002. https://www.benzo.org.uk/manual/
Serving Williamstown and Surrounding Areas
Healing in the Berkshires—Where Recovery Feels Grounded
Greylock Recovery is based in Williamstown, Massachusetts, surrounded by mountain air and quiet support. We serve individuals and families from:
- Pittsfield, North Adams, and Great Barrington
- Albany, NY and Springfield, MA
- Rural and underserved communities across New England
📍 1561 Cold Spring Rd. Williamstown, MA 01267
Real Stories from Benzo Recovery
“I was on Ativan for six years before I realized I couldn’t function without it. Greylock didn’t shame me—they helped me get free.”
— Former Client
“Benzo withdrawal was terrifying. The staff walked me through every step. I’m still clean today because they didn’t give up on me.”
— Residential Program Graduate
Call to Connect
You don’t have to be ready for everything. You just have to be ready for one step.
Take the First Step Toward Safety and Recovery
You don’t have to figure it all out at once. Whether you’re scared of detox or not sure what comes next, we’re here to walk beside you—with compassion, clarity, and real options.
Call 413-884-6013 or Verify Your Insurance to get started today.