Next Step Recovery

What Next Step Recovery does

Next Step Recovery is a private, for-profit men's addiction treatment center headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina, founded in 2010 by Susan Stader. The company delivers a clinically integrated continuum of outpatient substance use and co-occurring disorder treatment exclusively for men ages 18 and older. Core clinical services span three ASAM-licensed levels of care — Level I Outpatient Program (OP), Level 2.1 Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and Level 2.5 Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP/SACOT) — supported by sober living/extended care housing across multiple residences in the Asheville area, 12-Step programming, relapse prevention case management, life skills and career training, family therapy, and holistic modalities including adventure therapy, yoga, meditation, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

The clinical model is built on evidence-based therapeutic modalities — Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Medication-Assisted Treatment, and dual diagnosis treatment — delivered by licensed counselors under founder Susan Stader's clinical leadership. The company's distinguishing architectural feature is its integrated extended care model, which combines intensive outpatient treatment with sober living housing under one organizational structure for 6-18 month durations, as opposed to the conventional step-down residential-to-outpatient approach. Treatment planning follows ASAM criteria for individualized level-of-care determination.

Next Step Recovery operates on a mixed revenue model combining insurance reimbursement (in-network with BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna, CVS Health, BlueHome BlueLocal, and Ambetter), self-pay, and sliding-scale options for clinical services, plus direct weekly/monthly resident rent for sober living housing (which is not insurance-covered). GTM is sales-led via direct admissions (phone, email, website application), professional/clinical referrals, family referrals, and content marketing through an SEO-optimized blog targeting North Carolina and Asheville search traffic. The company maintains a 1-10 employee headcount, holds Joint Commission behavioral health accreditation, and is a member of NAATAP and NARR. Founder Susan Stader also leads the Recovery Friendly Community initiative, a regional ecosystem-building program.

Name

Next Step Recovery

Legal name

Next Step Recovery

Website

https://nextsteprecovery.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Next Step Recovery is a private, founder-led men's addiction treatment center in Asheville, NC, delivering integrated IOP, PHP/SACOT, and outpatient clinical care alongside sober living housing exclusively for men ages 18 and older in early recovery.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Addiction Treatment Services (Behavioral Health / Substance Use Disorder Care)

NAICS

Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (62142), Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities (623220)

SIC

Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Peer Support, Recovery Coaching & Sober Living Services (HLAFACAN)

akta.pro secondary industry

Substance Use Recovery & Harm Reduction Support Services (BPAGAEAO)

Keywords

• Addiction treatment services
• Outpatient substance abuse
• Intensive outpatient program
• Sober living housing
• Dual diagnosis treatment

Headquarters

HQ city

Asheville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Outpatient Addiction Treatment Services (IOP/PHP/SACOT): Clinical addiction treatment services billed to insurance or self-pay, including Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), Partial Hospitalization/Substance Abuse Comprehensive Outpatient Treatment (SACOT), and Outpatient Programs (OP). Revenue is generated through insurance reimbursement and client self-pay based on level of care.
2. Sober Living / Extended Care Housing: Supportive residential housing for men in early recovery. Sober living homes are not covered by insurance and are paid through weekly or monthly rent payments by residents. Some facilities offer grace periods for residents seeking employment.
3. Insurance Processing and Sliding Scale Payment: The organization works with multiple insurance providers (BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna, CVS Health, BlueHome BlueLocal, Ambetter) and offers sliding scale payment options and financial assistance to make treatment accessible for uninsured or underinsured clients.
4. Professional Services and Case Management: Relapse prevention case management, individual therapy, group counseling, family therapy, life skills training, and career classes provided as part of the continuum of care.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Next Step Recovery is a men's addiction treatment center in Asheville, North Carolina that delivers outpatient substance abuse treatment at three ASAM levels of care (Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, and Partial Hospitalization/SACOT) and integrates that clinical treatment with sober living housing. Services include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Medication-Assisted Treatment, dual diagnosis care, 12-Step programming, relapse prevention, family therapy, and holistic programming (outdoor adventure therapy, yoga, meditation).

Product overview

Next Step Recovery is a men's addiction treatment center offering a unified continuum of addiction-focused outpatient treatment services in Asheville, North Carolina. The company provides three levels of care licensed at Level I (Outpatient) and Level II (Intensive Outpatient/PHP/SACOT). The core programs include Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Program/SACOT, and Outpatient Program, all integrated within a unified treatment structure. These clinical programs are supported by sober living housing, 12-Step recovery programs, relapse prevention services, and life skills training. Therapeutic modalities offered include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Dual Diagnosis treatment, and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). The company also provides holistic programs including outdoor/adventure therapy, yoga, meditation, and martial arts, along with family therapy and support services. A distinctive community initiative is the Recovery Friendly Community program aimed at reducing stigma around addiction.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Level of Care 2.1 structured outpatient program offering optional 3-day or 5-day-a-week treatment to help men transition from medical detox, residential treatment, or acute care. Combines individual therapy, group counseling, life-skills training, and relapse prevention. Billed via insurance or self-pay.
• Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP/SACOT) Level of Care 2.5 structured day program (also called Substance Abuse Comprehensive Outpatient Treatment) for men transitioning from inpatient rehab or acute care, providing intensive therapy, life-skills training, and daily support with 5-day-per-week programming. Billed via insurance or self-pay.
• Outpatient Program (OP) Level of Care I outpatient treatment for men who have access to reliable transportation and feel safe or supported in their home environment, providing the most cost-effective level of care. Billed via insurance or self-pay.
• Sober Living / Extended Care Housing Drug-and-alcohol-free residences housing approximately 4–7 men each in Asheville, NC, enforcing sobriety and house rules such as curfew and chores to ease the transition from rehab to independent living. Funded by weekly or monthly resident rent, not insurance; some homes offer grace periods for residents seeking employment.
• 12-Step Recovery Program A standalone supportive recovery program centered on 12 Step principles of honesty, accountability, and connection, designed to help men strengthen sobriety and find purpose in lasting recovery.
• Relapse Prevention & Case Management Standalone relapse prevention resources and case management services to help individuals stay on the road to recovery with continued support after completing treatment programs.
• DBT Life Skills & Career Classes Standalone program helping individuals identify their skills and passions and providing guidance and support for planning their future and building toward stable employment and independent living.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Evidence-based standalone therapy that identifies and transforms negative thought patterns to create better habits and a better life. Delivered to men in recovery as part of the clinical offering.
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Standalone therapeutic approach that develops skills aiding relationships, making stress more tolerable, and enhancing emotional regulation for men in recovery.
• Dual Diagnosis / Co-Occurring Disorders Treatment Standalone integrated treatment addressing both substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia using integrated therapeutic approaches.
• Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Men Standalone medication management and medication-assisted treatment service designed specifically for men ages 18 and older in early recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders.
• Outdoor Activities / Adventure Therapy Standalone wilderness outdoor activities and experiential therapy focusing on recovery of the body, mind, and soul through positive experiences without drugs or alcohol, leveraging the Asheville natural environment.
• Yoga, Meditation & Martial Arts Standalone mindfulness and wellness program including yoga, meditation, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu designed to build discipline and emotional control through mindfulness practices.
• Family Therapy & Support Standalone program helping families and friends of individuals in recovery understand addiction, rebuild trust, and support their loved ones through the recovery process.
• Recovery Friendly Community Initiative Standalone community-outreach campaign creating a network of recovery-friendly businesses, workplaces, and community members in Asheville, including ambassador program, badge sharing, and advocacy for those in recovery from addiction.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100s of men reclaimed from addiction to date
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered supporting and core.

• iBehavioral, IncsupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2023iBehavioral, Inc has a financial contract with Next Step Recovery for marketing and advertising publishing services, as disclosed in the organization's Truth in Marketing Policy under the Stop Addiction Fraud Ethics Act of 2023 compliance framework.
• BlueCross BlueShieldcoreOthersBlueCross BlueShield is an in-network insurance provider for Next Step Recovery clients. Clients with BCBS coverage can access addiction treatment services with potential insurance reimbursement, expanding access to care for BCBS members seeking treatment.
• AetnacoreOthersAetna is an in-network insurance provider for Next Step Recovery, allowing Aetna members to access addiction treatment services with covered benefits.
• CVS HealthcoreOthersCVS Health is listed as an in-network insurance provider, allowing CVS Health plan members to access Next Step Recovery's addiction treatment programs.
• BlueHome BlueLocalcoreOthersBlueHome BlueLocal is an in-network insurance provider, providing coverage access for members seeking addiction treatment at Next Step Recovery.
• AmbettercoreOthersAmbetter is an in-network insurance provider for Next Step Recovery, enabling Ambetter members to access addiction treatment services.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• The Recovery Village: Multi-site addiction treatment operator offering outpatient, IOP, and sober living services across multiple states with in-network insurance contracts — comparable clinical model and payer mix, though at much larger national scale.
• Mountainside Treatment Center: Connecticut-based addiction treatment provider offering a comparable continuum of outpatient, intensive outpatient, and extended care services with a similar integrated clinical-plus-housing model, making it one of the closest direct comparables for Next Step Recovery.
• Oxford Treatment Center: Mississippi-based addiction treatment provider offering outpatient, IOP, PHP, and extended care with ASAM-criteria programming and similar insurance-based revenue model, comparable in scale and structure to Next Step Recovery.
• Recovery First Treatment Center: Florida-based addiction treatment provider with outpatient, IOP, residential, and sober living services under a single integrated continuum, mirroring Next Step Recovery's combined clinical-housing approach.
• Cumberland Heights: Tennessee-based non-profit addiction treatment provider offering IOP, residential, and recovery housing with similar evidence-based clinical programming (12-Step, CBT, DBT), serving a comparable Southern US patient population.

Broad incumbents

• Rosecrance Health Network: Multi-site behavioral health and addiction treatment provider offering outpatient, intensive outpatient, and recovery housing with ASAM-level programming across the Midwest — a broader incumbent serving a similar SUD population.
• American Addiction Centers (AAC): Publicly-traded multi-site addiction treatment operator with outpatient, IOP, residential, and sober living services nationwide. A much larger broad incumbent whose integrated service line closely parallels Next Step Recovery's clinical stack.
• Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation: Nationally renowned addiction treatment operator with extensive outpatient, extended care, and sober living programming. A broader incumbent with greater resources, but operating the same integrated clinical-plus-recovery-housing model Next Step Recovery uses.

Emerging players

• Sunrise Detox: Multi-site medically-supervised detox and residential addiction provider in the Eastern US. Partial overlap as a step-up/step-down partner in the same regional referral ecosystem where Next Step Recovery operates its IOP and sober living.

Regional players

• Carolina Recovery Center: North Carolina-based outpatient and IOP addiction treatment provider operating in the same regional market as Next Step Recovery, competing for the same Asheville and NC resident patient base with a similar clinical offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/in/susanstader
• Xx.com/nextsteprecover

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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