Outpatient Treatment Program in Rhode Island

Recovery Doesn't End When Treatment Intensity Does

The work of recovery continues long after the structure of higher-level care fades. For many people, the period after stepping down from intensive treatment is one of the most important—and most vulnerable—phases of recovery. That’s why Bold Steps Rhode Island offers an outpatient treatment program (OP) as part of our full continuum of behavioral health programs in Rhode Island.

Our outpatient program provides ongoing individual therapy, group support, and evidence-based care in a low-frequency format designed to fit around your life. Whether you are stepping down from our intensive outpatient program (IOP) or beginning your recovery journey with a lower level of structure, this program keeps you connected to clinical support as you continue building the life you want.

Start Building on the Progress You've Made

Recovery builds on itself. Our outpatient program is designed to protect what you’ve worked for while helping you grow into sustained, independent living.

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Why Choose an Outpatient Treatment Program?

An outpatient treatment program may be a strong fit for individuals who:

  • Are stepping down from IOP and want to maintain clinical support
  • Are managing their recovery well but benefit from consistent accountability
  • Are balancing work, school, or family responsibilities that make higher levels of care difficult to sustain
  • Are working through ongoing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, or trauma in a less intensive setting
  • Want continued access to individual therapy and peer support as part of long-term recovery

This level of care is built for the longer arc of recovery: the phase where daily life is more stable but the support of a clinical relationship still matters.

Who You'll Be Supported By at Bold Steps

Recovery is not a solo effort. In our outpatient program, individuals work with experienced professionals and peers who understand the ongoing challenges of sustained recovery.

This supportive network may include:

  • Licensed counselors and therapists leading individual and group sessions
  • Peers who share similar recovery experiences and offer mutual encouragement
  • Family members participating in sessions when clinically appropriate
  • Alumni who return to mentor and support current clients

This community-centered approach keeps individuals grounded in connection and accountability throughout the outpatient phase of their care.

Core Features of the Outpatient Program

Our outpatient treatment program at Bold Steps Rhode Island delivers the same evidence-based therapeutic approach found in our higher levels of care at a frequency designed for the maintenance and growth phase of recovery.

  • Individual therapy: One-on-one sessions with a licensed clinician focused on your personal goals, challenges, and progress
  • Group therapy: Peer-led therapeutic sessions that build connection, accountability, and shared insight
  • Specialized therapies: Including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), EMDR therapy, and trauma-informed care
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment: When clinically appropriate, to support ongoing recovery management
  • Family involvement: Family sessions available as part of the treatment plan when appropriate
  • Flexible scheduling: Daytime and evening session options available to fit your schedule

Each component of the program is designed to help individuals build on the skills they’ve developed and sustain recovery over the long term.

Where Outpatient Treatment Fits in the Continuum of Care

Each level of care at Bold Steps Rhode Island supports a different stage of the recovery process.

  • Detox placement: Safe medical stabilization during withdrawal
  • Partial hospitalization program: A structured, full-day program that builds a strong recovery foundation
  • Intensive outpatient program: Flexible treatment for individuals balancing recovery with daily responsibilities
  • Outpatient treatment: Continued therapy and support for long-term maintenance and personal growth

Outpatient treatment is the final, sustained rung in that continuum, where individuals consolidate the skills they’ve built and continue growing without the constraints of a higher-intensity schedule. For many clients, it is the longest phase of the recovery process.

Community Support Beyond Treatment

Healing continues long after any single session ends. At Bold Steps Rhode Island, we extend that support through family programming and an active alumni network that keeps individuals connected to recovery for the long term.

  • Family support program: Ongoing education and connection for families affected by addiction or mental health challenges
  • Alumni program: Peer-led events, mentorship opportunities, and group activities that help maintain recovery and build lasting friendships

These programs create a lasting support network that reinforces the work of outpatient care between sessions and beyond.

Outpatient Treatment by the Numbers

The need for sustained, accessible behavioral health support continues to grow across the United States.

  • 1 in 5 U.S. adults experiences a mental illness each year
  • Nearly half of individuals struggling with both addiction and mental health challenges do not receive formal treatment
  • Substance use disorders and mental health conditions frequently occur together, requiring integrated, ongoing treatment approaches
  • Continuing care through outpatient treatment significantly reduces the risk of relapse following higher levels of care

These numbers reflect the importance of maintaining clinical connection well beyond the acute phase of treatment.

Getting Started with Outpatient Treatment

Taking the next step toward outpatient care is straightforward. Our admissions team is here to help you understand your options and find the right fit.

Getting started is simple and confidential:

  • Call our team at (401) 287-8652
  • Speak privately with an admissions counselor
  • Get matched with the program that fits your needs

We accept most insurance plans and can verify your benefits quickly and confidentially so you can focus on what matters most: your recovery.

Serving East Providence and the Greater Providence Area

Bold Steps Rhode Island proudly supports individuals and families throughout East Providence and nearby communities across the Greater Providence area. Located at 989 Waterman Avenue, our center offers a welcoming and supportive environment where healing can begin and recovery can grow.

Bold Steps Rhode Island
989 Waterman Avenue
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 287-8652

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Verify Your Benefits in 2 Minutes

We’ll check your coverage and explain your options in plain language—no pressure, no jargon. Most plans include part of treatment; we’ll confirm what’s in-network and your estimated out-of-pocket before you decide.

You’ll get:

  • Eligibility + deductible summary
  • Programs your plan covers
  • Next-step timeline

Estimated Time To Complete: ~2 mins

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Your Journey To Recovery Starts Now

Boldsteps Behavioral Health offers same-day admission for those seeking help for substance use disorder. Our simple admissions process takes just minutes. Call today for a free, private consultation.

Estimated Time To Complete: ~2 mins

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Find the Right Level of Care

Treatment should match your life—not the other way around. We’ll recommend a level that fits your symptoms, safety needs, and schedule so progress sticks at home, work, and school.

Options include:

  • Day Treatment  
  • Night Treatment  
  • Outpatient & step-downs

Estimated Time To Complete: ~2 mins

Who needs help? *

We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.

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If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306

Care That Fits Your Schedule

Recovery is easier when care works with your real life. Choose daytime structure or evening groups—both with evidence-based therapy and a clear weekly plan. Switch times if your schedule changes.

Highlights:

  • Predictable weekly calendar
  • Missed-session catch-ups
  • Option to step up or down

Estimated Time To Complete: ~2 mins

Who needs help? *

We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.

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If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306

Support for the People Who Love You

When it helps, we include family—on your terms. We offer education, boundary coaching, and ways to rebuild trust while keeping your privacy and safety at the center.

We cover:

  • What to say (and not say)
  • Healthy support vs. enabling
  • How to help between sessions

Estimated Time To Complete: ~2 mins

Who needs help? *

We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.

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If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306

Quick Answer

Will group therapy be part of my plan?
Yes — group therapy is a cornerstone of every Bold Steps program.

Best fit if you struggle with: isolation, shame, difficulty opening up, relapse triggers, or needing accountability.

Pairs with: CBTDBTTrauma TherapyEMDRFamily Therapy, and our Alumni Program.

Where you’ll get it: Offered across Day Treatment, Night Treatment, and Outpatient programs; format and frequency adjust by level of care.

Estimated Time To Complete: ~2 mins

Who needs help? *

We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.

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If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306

Quick Answer

Will family therapy be part of the plan?
Almost always, yes. Bold Steps includes a free weekly virtual Family Support Group (open to loved ones even if their family member isn’t in treatment), plus scheduled family therapy sessions as part of treatment.

Best fit if your family struggles with: broken trust, enabling patterns, miscommunication, resentment, or uncertainty about how to help.

Pairs with: CBTDBTTrauma TherapyEMDRFamily Therapy, and our Alumni Program.

Where you’ll get it: Across all levels of care — Day, Half-Day, Outpatient — plus our virtual group accessible from anywhere.

Estimated Time To Complete: ~2 mins

Who needs help? *

We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.

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If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306

Quick Answer

Will EMDR be part of my plan?
Likely if you struggle with trauma memories, flashbacks, nightmares, panic tied to past events, or relapse linked to trauma triggers.

What EMDR pairs well with: DBT for emotion stabilization, CBT for thought reframing, MAT for cravings that block therapy work, and mindfulness/yoga for grounding.

Where you’ll get it: Often in Day Treatment or Night Treatment programs, once you’ve built some stabilization skills.

Estimated Time To Complete: ~2 mins

Who needs help? *

We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.

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If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306

Quick Answer

Will DBT be part of my plan?
Likely if you struggle with big emotion swings, impulsive actions (including substance use), self-harm urges, relationship blowups, or relapse tied to “I can’t handle this feeling.”

What DBT pairs well with: CBT for thought work, trauma therapy like EMDRMAT for opioid cravings, or mindfulness/yoga for nervous system reset.

Where you’ll get it: Day Treatment, Night Treatment, or Outpatient — intensity depends on your level of care.

Estimated Time To Complete: ~2 mins

Who needs help? *

We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.

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If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306

CBT at Bold Steps: Will This Be Part of My Plan? Quick Answer

Will CBT be part of my plan?
Likely if you’re dealing with racing thoughts, catastrophic thinking, relapse triggers, shame spirals, avoidance, panic, or insomnia.

We may combine it with: DBT for emotion regulation, EMDR for trauma, MAT for opioid cravings, or mindfulness/yoga for calming your nervous system.

Where you’ll get it: CBT is woven into Day Treatment, Half-Day Treatment, and Outpatient care.

Estimated Time To Complete: ~2 mins

Who needs help? *

We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.

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If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306

Proven Care, Whole-Person Support

We combine therapies that work—CBT, DBT skills, medication management—with holistic supports like mindfulness, movement, and creative groups. You’ll build practical tools you can use the same day.

You’ll practice:

  • Craving + emotion skills
  • Relapse-prevention planning
  • Sleep, nutrition, and routines

Estimated Time To Complete: ~2 mins

Who needs help? *

We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.

Myself

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If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306