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Behavioral Health & Neurology Care in Providence, RI
Butler Hospital, part of Care New England Health System, has been a trusted leader in behavioral health and neurology care since its founding. Our multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, neurologists, and specialized clinicians provides comprehensive assessment, treatment, and research-driven solutions for mental health, addiction, and neurological disorders. With over a century of combined clinical expertise, we offer evidence-based programs for mood and anxiety disorders, opioid addiction recovery, memory care, and movement disorders, serving adolescents, adults, and seniors.Our 24/7 emergency assessment services and Joint Commission-accredited programs reflect our commitment to integrating behavioral health with primary care. We prioritize patient-centered care through family involvement, innovative therapies like TMS and ECT, and community outreach initiatives. Our research partnerships advance treatment protocols while maintaining strict adherence to patient confidentiality and ethical standards. With locations in Providence and South Kingstown, we provide inpatient, partial hospitalization, and outpatient services tailored to individual needs.
Services
Addiction Treatment
Mental Health Services
Neurology Care
Emergency Assessments
Outpatient Programs
Highlights and features
- 24/7 emergency behavioral health assessments and admissions
- Specialized programs for opioid addiction and recovery
- Board-certified psychiatrists and neurologists on staff
- Research-driven treatments for memory and movement disorders
- Family-centered care approach with community integration
Associations and certifications
- The Joint Commission
What people say
Supportive staff
Effective treatment
Comprehensive care
Professional clinicians
Family involvement
Services
Addiction Treatment
Our comprehensive addiction programs address alcohol, opioid, and drug dependencies through inpatient units, partial hospitalization, and outpatient services. Certified specialists use evidence-based therapies and medication-assisted treatment to support long-term recovery. The Recovery Stabilization Program offers six-month+ care with medication management and behavioral therapies.
Mental Health Services
We treat mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, and psychotic conditions through multidisciplinary approaches. Services include inpatient care for acute episodes, intensive outpatient programs, and specialized teen/adult units. Treatment combines medication management, cognitive behavioral therapy, and innovative options like TMS and ECT for treatment-resistant depression.
Neurology Care
Our neurology programs focus on memory disorders, Parkinson's disease, and movement disorders. The Memory and Aging Program conducts groundbreaking Alzheimer's research while offering clinical care. Movement disorder specialists provide DBS therapy and botulinum toxin treatments, supported by physical/occupational therapy services at affiliated clinics.
Emergency Assessments
Available 24/7, our emergency assessment team provides immediate evaluation for behavioral health crises. The Patient Assessment Services department coordinates care transitions to inpatient units, partial hospital programs, or community-based services while involving family support systems in treatment planning.
Outpatient Programs
We offer structured outpatient services including intensive outpatient programs, transitional care after hospitalization, and specialized clinics for OCD, perinatal mental health, and college students. Our HealthPath program provides integrated care for Rhode Island Blue Cross members with co-occurring disorders.
People
Ghulam Mustafa Surti
Associate Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Surti leads clinical operations with expertise in psychiatric care delivery systems and quality improvement initiatives across Care New England's behavioral health programs.
Diane Ferreira
Associate Chief Nursing Officer
With advanced healthcare administration training, Ms. Ferreira oversees nursing operations and patient care standards across all behavioral health units and outpatient facilities.
Questions
What mental health services does Butler Hospital offer?
We provide inpatient, partial hospitalization, and outpatient services for mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, psychosis, and trauma-related conditions through specialized programs for adults, teens, and young adults.
Do you treat substance use disorders?
Yes, our Addiction & Rehabilitation programs include inpatient detox, outpatient medication-assisted treatment, and recovery stabilization programs for alcohol, opioid, and drug dependencies.
Are family members involved in treatment?
Family participation is encouraged through education sessions and care planning, with appropriate patient consent, to support long-term recovery and treatment success.
What neurological conditions do you treat?
Our neurology team specializes in memory disorders (Alzheimer's, dementia), movement disorders (Parkinson's, Huntington's), and provides research-driven treatments through our BRAIN program.
Is emergency mental health care available?
Our 24/7 Behavioral Health Service Call Center provides immediate assistance, with emergency assessments available at our Providence campus for psychiatric crises.
Do you offer telehealth options?
While most services require in-person care, select follow-up appointments and consultations may be available through secure virtual visits coordinated by your treatment team.
Reviews (6)
Garrett Crosby
Jun 05, 2022
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The head of the grounds crew harassed me about taking a walk on the campus (very common for families to do on the weekend) and told me he would call the cops on me for looking at mushrooms and birds. Maybe this should be left to the security guards if it is illegal to walk there midday?
Me
May 26, 2022
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Neglected a young man's mental health which led to him having an incorrect diagnosis which, in turn, triggered severe mental health issues for another family member and a "awwwww you'll be fine" from one of the front desk workers.
Jan C.
May 02, 2022
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Admission processes are traumatic and discharge plans are abysmal. People who are in mental crises should not also have to contend with such incompassion from a mental health provider
J. Go
Apr 25, 2022
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Been there 3 times and 3 times been treated like it's a crime to have mental health issues. Staff treats the people who are suffering, horribly. They are only there for a paycheck. Very pathetic.
Ashley M.
Apr 13, 2022
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I was here not that long ago. The staff were terrific and on top of everything when needed. I loved the walks outside on the grounds. I looked forward to them everyday. A couple times a day for the most part. There was a good staff level the unit seemed to be staffed well as far as staff and patients go. When someone wanted to talk they were their for that person. Including me when I needed to talk. Groups were some of the best ones I have ever attended. And that is a lot of them. Overall I would not mind going back here.
Anonymous Bizz
Feb 15, 2022
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Partial program for young adults sucks. All of the group activities are centered around kids games that 65% of the time seem like have no correlation to mental health or coping strategies. The therapist acts more of a doctor then a therapist. Definitely criticizes more than trying to help and just asks you how your feelings and writes it down on paper. Gives no feedback. Psychiatrist will not put you on medications the first day even if you say it's urgent.
Since being here I have noticed a slight reduction in my anxiety's symptoms though but probably just coincidental timing. Also very annoying their keen on keeping your mask above your nose 24/7 even when you're in group 6 foot + spread out from each other. Update: day 2 and said they won't prescribe me medication and the psych is unwilling to even listen to my concerns because I had rested my eyes for less than a minute in group and said I'm not attentive enough, not taking into account that some people have social anxiety and won't speak unless told to do so.
Since being here I have noticed a slight reduction in my anxiety's symptoms though but probably just coincidental timing. Also very annoying their keen on keeping your mask above your nose 24/7 even when you're in group 6 foot + spread out from each other. Update: day 2 and said they won't prescribe me medication and the psych is unwilling to even listen to my concerns because I had rested my eyes for less than a minute in group and said I'm not attentive enough, not taking into account that some people have social anxiety and won't speak unless told to do so.
