Please note: This is not an acute stabilization or crisis program.
If you are experiencing an emergency or if you are at risk of harming yourself or others, call 911 immediately.
You may also call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by simply dialing 988. This is a 24/7 service that is available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
Locally (RI), you may contact BH Link at (401) 414-5465 for a mental health crisis.
Project BREAK is a behavioral care program for Gay, Bisexual, Queer, and other men who have sex with men who use substances. Our therapists aim to provide counseling that is individualized for your needs and align with what is most important to you. Project BREAK welcomes individuals who are considering or who want to “take a break” from the substance. We specialize in the treatment of crystal methamphetamine and other substances in the context of sex (Chemsex). Telemedicine options are available.
Our therapists have training specifically in working with Gay, Bisexual, Queer, and other men who have sex with men who use substances. Our goals are to help you understand the unique factors that contribute to your substance use, explore how your substance use may differ from your values and goals, highlight your own individual strengths, and together develop strategies that will aid you in making meaningful change in your life which aligns with your values.
You have the ability to make a change and choose a new path for yourself and we are here to help you through that journey.
This is a program sponsored by The Miriam Hospital, Project Weber/RENEW, and Open Door Health. Project BREAK is funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
LGBTQ+ affirming individual counseling - Counseling sessions will provide you with a space where you should feel supported to speak honestly and openly. Our counselors have specific training and experience working with gay, bisexual, and queer, and other men who have sex with men.
Specific focus on substances during sex -We provide a space for gay, bisexual, queer, and other men who have sex with men to talk about the use of substances in sexual situations.
Case management and peer services – In partnership with Project Weber/RENEW we also offer case management and peer recovery support including:
Holistic care – We understand that for many people using substances this is not the only challenge they are facing. We also recognize the impact that substance use can have on relationships including family, friendships, and partners.
That is why, as part of our treatment, we will explore the underlying issues related to substance use and help clients establish healthy boundaries and relationship patterns.
Our services are designed to engage individuals who identify as gay, bisexual, queer+ who are thinking about how to gain new ways to manage their substance use, develop healthier ways of living, and work towards living a life in line with their values and goals!