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Healing isn’t one-size-fits-all. At Bold Steps Rhode Island, every part of our treatment model is intentional, structured, and centered on the individual receiving care.
We provide comprehensive treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions through structured programs, evidence-based therapies, and real-world support designed for lasting recovery.
When you walk through our doors, you’ll find more than therapy rooms and schedules. You’ll find a place built with purpose—where every group, session, and program supports long-term healing.
We believe recovery means more than simply stopping substance use. It’s about rebuilding your life, reconnecting with family, and finding stability that lasts. Our programs are designed to support that full process of change.
We believe lasting recovery requires both compassion and structure—support alone isn’t enough without a clear path forward. That’s why our approach is built on three commitments:
This philosophy keeps us grounded in what matters most: helping each person create meaningful, sustainable change.
Bold Steps Rhode Island was created to bring structured, high-quality behavioral health treatment to individuals and families across Rhode Island.
We envision a community where people don’t have to choose between compassionate care and clinical excellence—they can expect both. Our goal is to be a trusted partner in long-term recovery, supporting individuals not just through treatment, but through the process of rebuilding their lives.
Behind Bold Steps Rhode Island is a team of passionate professionals committed to supporting individuals through every stage of recovery. Our team includes licensed clinicians and experienced behavioral health professionals trained in evidence-based treatment modalities. We combine clinical expertise with compassion to create care that feels both structured and personal.
We believe recovery is most effective when people feel truly seen and supported. That’s why our team works collaboratively—combining clinical insight, lived experience, and holistic practices to create care that feels both structured and personal.
As our East Providence location continues to grow and welcome new team members, one thing remains constant: a team culture rooted in respect, empathy, and the belief that every person deserves the opportunity to heal.
Located at 989 Waterman Avenue in East Providence, Bold Steps Rhode Island proudly serves individuals and families across the Greater Providence area and throughout Rhode Island.
Whether someone is struggling with alcohol or opioid use, or with co-occurring conditions like depression or anxiety, our programs provide integrated care designed to treat the whole person.
Our flexible programs—including Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and outpatient treatment—are designed to support recovery while allowing individuals to maintain their daily responsibilities.
If you or someone you love is struggling with substance use or mental health challenges, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Our team is here to help you understand your options and take the next step with confidence.
We offer confidential assessments and can guide you toward the level of care that fits your needs.
Bold Steps Rhode Island
989 Waterman Avenue
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 287-8652
Contact us today to begin your recovery journey.
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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:
We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.
If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306
We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.
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:
We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.
If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306
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:
We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.
If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306
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:
We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.
If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306
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: CBT, DBT, Trauma Therapy, EMDR, Family 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.
We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.
If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306
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: CBT, DBT, Trauma Therapy, EMDR, Family 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.
We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.
If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306
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.
We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.
If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306
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 EMDR, MAT 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.
We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.
If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306
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.
We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.
If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306
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:
We’re here to help with your recovery. Please fill out this short form so our team can
understand your needs.
If you have any further questions about treatment, you may contact us directly at (888) 440-4306
