Gateway Healthcare Inc Mark S Furgerson Center
About Gateway Healthcare Inc Mark S Furgerson Center
Gateway Healthcare’s Mark S. Furgerson Center is a behavioral health facility in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, offering outpatient substance use and co-occurring mental health treatment.
As part of Gateway Healthcare and the Brown University Health network, the center provides counseling, medication assisted treatment and peer recovery support for adults navigating addiction and behavioral health concerns.
Gateway’s mission centers on delivering integrated care in the least restrictive environment, blending harm reduction with evidence-based practices to meet clients where they are.
Integrated Co-Occurring Disorders Treatment in Pawtucket
The center’s core strength is integrated treatment for co-occurring substance use and mental health conditions. Backed by Gateway Healthcare’s standing as a certified community behavioral health clinic within Brown University Health, the program brings together addiction medicine and psychiatric care under one coordinated approach.
Clients may engage in outpatient counseling, intensive outpatient programming, psychiatric rehabilitation and medication assisted treatment.
The IOP model typically includes three hours of care per day for at least three days per week, incorporating individual therapy, group counseling, family sessions, psychoeducation and pharmacological support when clinically appropriate.
Medication Assisted Treatment and Peer Recovery
Gateway’s MAT services pair FDA-approved medications with counseling and peer recovery coaching to support long-term stability.
Peer support specialists offer lived-experience guidance, helping clients build recovery capital alongside clinical care. This layered model addresses both the physical and social dimensions of substance use recovery.
Insurance and Sliding Fee Scale for Clients
The Mark S. Furgerson Center serves clients in person in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, as part of Gateway Healthcare’s regional network of behavioral health programs.
Gateway accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance and military insurance. They offer a sliding fee scale and financial assistance for uninsured or underinsured clients.
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In outpatient therapy, you’ll attend therapy sessions several times each week while living at home. This is ideal if you have a strong support system and a lower risk of relapse. Outpatient treatment offers flexibility to maintain work, school or family obligations. |
Inpatient and residential programs provide round-the-clock medical and emotional support as you live at the treatment facility. This level of care may be recommended if you have severe addictions or mental health conditions since it removes outside distractions and allows you to focus solely on therapy. |
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Inpatient detox occurs in a dedicated treatment facility. You’ll live there around the clock and receive intensive medical support and supervision to help manage your withdrawal symptoms. It is suitable for individuals with moderate to severe addictions as it ensures a stable detox environment. |
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems. |
Medication assisted treatment combines medication and counseling to manage withdrawal and reduce cravings for opioid and alcohol addiction. Medications may include methadone, buprenorphine or naltrexone. MAT is tailored to your needs so you can actively participate in your treatment journey. |
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Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment. |
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support. |
Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender specific issues such as trauma, family roles and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment. |
Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills. |
LGBTQ friendly programs create an inclusive and affirming space for recovery. Treatment is sensitive to issues like discrimination and stigma. You’ll receive support and therapy that respects and acknowledges your unique experiences. |
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Self Pay
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Medicaid
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Medicare
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Private Insurance
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Military Insurance
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Sliding Scale Payment
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Methadone
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Buprenorphine
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Naltrexone (Vivitrol)
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Levels of Care
In outpatient therapy, you’ll attend therapy sessions several times each week while living at home. This is ideal if you have a strong support system and a lower risk of relapse. Outpatient treatment offers flexibility to maintain work, school or family obligations.
Inpatient and residential programs provide round-the-clock medical and emotional support as you live at the treatment facility. This level of care may be recommended if you have severe addictions or mental health conditions since it removes outside distractions and allows you to focus solely on therapy.
Detox Service Setting
Inpatient detox occurs in a dedicated treatment facility. You’ll live there around the clock and receive intensive medical support and supervision to help manage your withdrawal symptoms. It is suitable for individuals with moderate to severe addictions as it ensures a stable detox environment.
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems.
Medication assisted treatment combines medication and counseling to manage withdrawal and reduce cravings for opioid and alcohol addiction. Medications may include methadone, buprenorphine or naltrexone. MAT is tailored to your needs so you can actively participate in your treatment journey.
Programs
Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment.
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support.
Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender specific issues such as trauma, family roles and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment.
Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills.
LGBTQ friendly programs create an inclusive and affirming space for recovery. Treatment is sensitive to issues like discrimination and stigma. You’ll receive support and therapy that respects and acknowledges your unique experiences.
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- Monday 8AM - 4:30PM
- Tuesday 8AM - 4:30PM
- Wednesday 8AM - 4:30PM
- Thursday 8AM - 4:30PM
- Friday 8AM - 4:30PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed

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