FAQ
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Accord is a pioneering residential treatment program specializing in metabolism for mental health. With up to seven clients at a time, we are able to provide an individualized, supportive milieu. We guide clients in their journey of improving mental wellness through nutrition, movement and exercise, stress reduction, circadian rhythm alignment, and avoiding metabolic disruptors. Each client’s plan will be individually crafted and supported by a well-coordinated team that includes an experienced psychiatrist with expertise in metabolic therapies, a nurse, a program director/clinician, a registered dietitian/nutritionist, a chef, program coaches, and a personal trainer.
We’re located in Arlington, Massachusetts, a charming town with many walkable amenities, which is about 20 minutes from Boston.
Accord is a 4–12 week intensive residential and day treatment program. Residency is recommended for a minimum of 4 weeks. Some participants may benefit from staying for 8 or 12 weeks to fully take advantage of this approach. This will be further discussed in the admissions process.
Accord is designed for people 18+ who are ready to use metabolic therapies to help alleviate mental health symptoms through improving their brain health. It’s important that the person be in a stable state. We do not offer 24/7 staffing, and therefore clients need to be able to care for themselves independently within a supported environment. We work with a variety of mental health and metabolic diagnoses. If you need more intensive clinical support, you may benefit from our sister program, Ellenhorn.
At Accord, we work hard to help with sustainability. We offer frequent cooking lessons and create plans of ways to continue the lifestyle changes you made at Accord after discharge. The treatment team will provide pass-offs and consultations to your outpatient care team. Our goal is for you to be prepared to integrate all of the positive lifestyle changes you made at Accord into your life at home or wherever you go next. We also offer a post-Accord coaching program run by one of our health coaches who can continue providing virtual sessions to help with the transition and implementing your plan at home.
During the program you’ll be followed closely by Dr. Matthew Bernstein, the Accord founder and CEO. He can prescribe and de-prescribe medications as appropriate.
Yes, we offer a weekly family support and education group. We also offer individual family sessions as needed.
Partial scholarships are available based on financial need and level of motivation.
Unfortunately, the program is not covered by insurance, as it is the first of its kind. Accord is not an “in-network provider” with any health insurance plans. The program is not eligible for Medicare or Medicaid reimbursement; Accord is self-pay.
If you decide to try the protocol on your own, we highly recommend that you work with professionals who can help guide you in your journey. This is even more important if you are taking medications for a metabolic or mental health condition. There is a clinician directory on Dr. Georgia Ede’s website diagnosisdiet.com. We also highly recommend the dietitians at Advanced Ketogenic Therapies and the expert support of Nicole Laurent, LHMC at mentalhealthketo.com.
A great resource for learning is Metabolic Mind, which is a philanthropic group aimed at getting the best knowledge out to the public.
Check out Dr. Chris Palmer’s book, Brain Energy, as well as Dr. Georgia Ede’s book, Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind.
Accord is proud to be licensed by the Department of Mental Health (DMH), ensuring that our programs meet the highest standards for quality and care.