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Your mental health matters—whether you or someone you care about is experiencing a crisis, facing ongoing challenges, or just need someone to talk to, help is available. This section includes resources for emergencies, crisis support, outpatient care, and community health services in Rhode Island.
Scroll through to find the right fit for you or your loved ones, and take the next step toward feeling supported.
emergency departments
in Rhode Island
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Offers inpatient services for children ages 2 to 18 years who suffer from serious disorders and are in need of short-term stabilization assessment and treatment.
Location: 1011 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Riverside, RI 02915
Phone: 401-432-1000
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A psychiatric hospital providing emergency, inpatient, and outpatient services for adults in need of urgent mental health care.
Location: 345 Blackstone Boulevard, Providence, RI 02906
Phone: 401-455-6200
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Provides emergency psychiatric services for adults experiencing acute mental health crises, including alcohol and drug detoxification support.
Location: 825 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI 02908
Phone: 401-456-2000 (Main) | 401-456-2346 (Emergency)
Location: 200 High Service Ave, North Providence, RI 02904
Phone: 401-456-3000 (Main) | 401-456-3587 (Emergency)
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A hospital providing compassionate care for people with all types of emergency healthcare needs.
Location: 455 Toll Gate Road, Warwick, RI 02886
Phone: 401-736-4288
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24/7 Emergency Room Services for problems requiring immediate medical treatment, including significant changes in breathing and emotional distress.
Location: 115 Cass Avenue, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Phone: 401-769-4100 ext. 2180
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A hospital providing compassionate care for people with all types of emergency healthcare needs.
Location: 164 Summit Ave, Providence, RI 02906
Phone: 401-793-3000
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Their Elder Behavioral Health Unit provides specialized inpatient care for adults 55+ facing behavioral, psychiatric, or neuropsychiatric challenges.
Location: 88 Washington Street, Taunton, MA 02780
Phone: 508-828-7000
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Offers inpatient psychiatric care in a 15-bed unit, providing compassionate, individualized treatment for patients in crisis.
Location: 20 Powel Ave, Newport, RI 02840
Phone: 401-846-6400
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A hospital that helps Veterans on their recovery journey through inpatient & outpatient services. VA health care facilities usually offer same-day help.
Location: 830 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence, RI 02908
Phone: 401-273-7100, ext. 13057 (weekdays)
Phone: 988 x press 1 (weekends for emergent care)
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Provides comprehensive emergency psychiatric care, including assessment & treatment for patients with complex medical and mental health needs.
Location: 80 Dudley Street, Providence, RI 02903
Phone: 401-456-5411 (Main) | 401-444-4779 (Psychiatry Emergency)
crisis intervention
in Rhode Island
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Location: 975 Waterman Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
Contact: (401) 414-5465
Hours: 24/7 Walk-In Service
Services: Immediate crisis assessment, stabilization, and referrals for adults experiencing mental health or substance use crises.
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Crisis Intervention for Children
Trained clinicians who perform evaluations for children and provide direction for the most appropriate services.
For weekday access and crisis intervention, call 1-855-543-5465
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Location: 100 Randall Street, Providence, RI
Contact: (401) 295-5979
Hours: 24/7 Service
Services: Short-term stabilization, intensive psychiatric care, and crisis intervention.
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Location: 610 Wampanoag Trail, Riverside, RI 02915
Contact: (401) 246-0700
Hours: Weekdays
Services: Individuals are screened to determine the level of care needed based on severity.
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Location: 24 Albion Road, Lincoln, RI 02865
Contact: (401) 383-4885
Hours: Call for availability
Services: Offers a range of programs, including mobile teams for intensive treatment, rehabilitation, and supportive services for individuals experiencing mental illness and/or life challenges.
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Emergency Services and Crisis Stabilization
Urgent care/walk-in services and 24/7 mobile crisis care.Pawtucket Emergency Services Department: 401-723-1915
Johnston Emergency Services Department: 401-553-1031
Charlestown Emergency Services Department: 401-364-7705
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Location: 65 Valley Rd, Middletown, RI 02842
Contact: (401) 846-1213 option 1
Hours: Mon-Fri 9AM-2PM (Walk-In Services)
Services: Walk-in services, 24/7 mobile crisis team that go to you, and post-crisis stabilization services.
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Location: 360 Duncan Drive, Providence, RI 02906
Contact: (401) 383-5150
Hours: 24/7 Service
Services: Short-term stabilization, intensive psychiatric care, and crisis intervention.
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Location: 50 Health Lane, Warwick RI 02886
Contact: 401-732-5656
24/7 Helpline: (401) 738-4300
Services: Mobile crisis services offer support in person or by telephone.
community mental health
in Rhode Island
*These agencies may offer a sliding fee discount. Be sure to check with them directly to confirm eligibility & availability.
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Contact Information:
Address: 32 Goff Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02860
Phone: 401-723-4520
Website: www.bvcap.org
Population Served: Pawtucket, Central Falls, Lincoln, Cumberland, Woonsocket
Services Offered: Offers behavioral health services, crisis intervention, and community resources to support individuals and families.
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Contact Information:
Address: Cranston, Foster, Scituate, Coventry locations
Phone: 401-467-9610
Website: www.comcap.org
Population Served: All individuals
Services Offered: CCAP offers behavioral health counseling, including mental health and substance use counseling and treatment.
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Contact Information:
Address: Various locations
Phone: 401-440-0411
Website: www.providencechc.org
Population Served: Individuals and families in Providence
Services Offered: Comprehensive health services, including medical, dental, and behavioral health care.
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Contact Information:
Addresses:
Wakefield: 401-783-0523 | Press 2
West Warwick: 401-615-2800 | Press 2
Woonsocket: 401-767-4100 | Press 2
Website: https://www.thundermisthealth.org/
Population Served: Woonsocket, West Warwick, & South County
Services Offered: Comprehensive health services, including medical, dental, and behavioral health care.
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Contact Information:
Address: 1126 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919
Phone: 401-351-2750
Website: www.tricountyri.org
Population Served: Johnston, North Providence, Smithfield, North Smithfield, Burrillville, Glocester
Services Offered: Mental health and substance use counseling and treatment, including general outpatient counseling, substance use counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and family counseling.
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Contact Information:
Address: Various locations
Phone: 401-440-0411
Website: www.providencechc.org
Population Served: Individuals and families in Providence
Services Offered: Comprehensive health services, including medical, dental, and behavioral health care.
counseling centers
in Rhode Island
These are just a few options—there are so many more counseling centers out there to fit your needs! if you don’t see the right fit here, explore therapist directories or reach out to local mental health organizations for more options.
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Location: Multiple RI locations
Phone: (401) 475-9979
Services: Therapy for anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges
Virtual and in-person appointments available
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Location: Multiple locations in RI
Phone: 401-773-3700
Virtual and in-person appointments available
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Location: Cranston & Providence, RI
Phone: 401-396-7649
Virtual and in-person appointments available
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Location: Multiple RI locations
Phone: 401-773-7116
Virtual and in-person appointments available
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Location: Multiple locations in RI and other states
Phone: 877-228-1052
Virtual and in-person appointments available
Other Services: Medication Management & Psychological testing
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Location: Providence, RI
Phone: 401-648-7172
Virtual and in-person appointments available
Other Services: Case Management, Medication Management, Genesight, TMS Services, ADHD testing
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Location: 1 Richmond Square, Suite 333W, Providence
Phone: 401-787-2792
Virtual and in-person appointments available
therapist directories
Finding a therapist can feel like a lot, but therapist directories make it easier. They help you search based on your needs, budget, and preferences—whether you’re looking for in-person or virtual sessions, a particular location, someone who takes your insurance, or a therapist who understands your background.
support groups
in Rhode Island
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The hospital hosts a variety of free weekly and monthly community support groups on the hospital’s campus.
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NAMI support groups are free, confidential, peer-led, and offer participants the opportunity to share their experiences and gain support from others. Offer structured Connection Support Groups, groups on special topics, and informal social hours for adults living with a mental health condition.
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Meetings are free, parent-led, and guided by trained group facilitators with the goal of helping to strengthen families and understand the value of essential communication and responsibility.
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Peer support group offers families an easy way to connect with others that have similar experiences. Facilitators use their experiences to guide families towards appropriate resources and to build self-advocacy skills.
These resources are provided for informational purposes. Please research and choose what feels right for you.
national & local helplines
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988 offers 24/7 judgment-free emotional support for mental health, substance use, and more. Text, call, or chat 988. Access for Deaf/HoH and Spanish speakers.