Respect. Caring. Skill. Understanding. Community.
Our mission at Step by Step is to empower adults who deal with significant mental health challenges to lead enriching lives on their own terms. In our holistic approach to care, we respect individual choice and dignity, consider all facets of an individual’s life, and encourage the collaborative support of family and loved ones. We strive to support each individual in tapping into their unique strengths to build greater self-reliance, healthy interdependence, and opportunities to participate fully in community life.
To empower adults with challenging mental health experiences in developing independence and building community connection. We understand the challenges that arise when life becomes complicated by a behavioral health issue or other life stressors. We strive to empower our clients.to tap into their unique strengths as they work toward creating fulfilling independent lives.
Every individual should have a voice in creating their own home environment, work life, and educational/therapeutic program
Every individual should be provided the rights, dignity, and responsibilities afforded to all citizens—regardless of their differences.
Consistency in treatment, daily routines, and staff relationships are essential in providing a sense of security and allowing for growth and change
Healthy eating and exercise are key components of having a healthy body and mind
Families are critical components of any successful support team. We not only welcome but encourage their involvement.
The Step by Step Residential Program is an alternative therapeutic setting for residential care. What makes us different from a group home or a more structured residential program is that each individual at Step by Step lives independently in their own studio or one-bedroom apartment and participates in the level of support that meets their specific needs. Our onsite offices are unadorned by the Step by Step name and logo, and our apartments are interspersed throughout an independent apartment building to provide our residents with anonymity during their stay with us. We have found this promotes a greater sense of autonomy and community integration while decreasing any stigma associated with participating in a mental health treatment program.
A sense of belonging, support, and togetherness are at the core of the Step by Step experience. Our community feels strongly that the relationships developed with their peers and Step by Step team members have the greatest overall impact on improving their quality of life. Step by Step offers numerous opportunities for individuals to connect with one another while working towards their goals. In addition to social interactions, individuals often support one another throughout our programming offering feedback, words of encouragement, or sharing their own experiences throughout their recovery.
We tailor our services to match each individual’s preferences, goals, and needs, including the frequency and intensity of meetings and their location. We view each person we serve as a partner in the treatment process, working alongside their clinician toward healing and change. We encourage a high level of family involvement to help us better understand each individual’s aspirations, needs, and abilities.
At Step by Step we believe that building community is an integral part of recovery and that building competencies cannot solely take place behind office walls. Because of this, we work with each person where they need us most—in their apartments, in the community, on public transportation, at the grocery store, at the gym, at medical appointments, and during public events. In these settings, we provide real-time interventions and support each individual as they learn to navigate unfamiliar situations, build confidence, nurture relationships, and develop a greater sense of self. We believe this level of community involvement affords each individual the greatest level of autonomy and empowers them in their recovery.
The Step by Step clinical team is comprised of master’s-level clinicians with diverse and comprehensive knowledge of the mental health field. We choose our staff based on experience, expertise, and a shared vision of mental health, recovery, and the Step by Step values. Our team members are skilled in multiple treatment modalities and techniques and adapt their approach to each client accordingly. Step by Step clinical staff are trained in CBT but use various evidence-based approaches throughout their work with individuals, families and groups.
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