Behavioral Health

Why choose Behavioral Health services at Adena?

Adena Health System is a leading provider of behavioral health treatment in southern Ohio. We offer both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services focusing on compassionate, holistic individualized treatment. Our behavioral health team can help diagnose and treat your condition with counseling, supportive services and medications designed to reduce symptoms and assist you in feeling like yourself again.

You Are Not Alone

One in four Americans may experience depression, anxiety, or another mental health issue at some point during their lives that can be helped with proper treatment.

If you or a loved one are experiencing a behavioral health crisis, contact your local crisis center, go to an emergency room for evaluation, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text #4HOPE to 741-741.

If you are a new patient looking to find a healthcare provider, call us at 740-779-FIND (3463) or click here to find a location.

If you or a loved one experience depression, anxiety, or another mental or behavioral health condition, Adena Behavioral Health is here for you to offer help, healing, and hope.

Conditions Treated

Even though others can’t see your pain, what you are experiencing is real. Our behavioral health experts can help diagnose and treat your condition psychologically and medically, all with respect and compassion for what you’re going through. offer treatment for a variety of mental health issues, including:

Adolescent behavior
Anxiety
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar and other mood disorders
Depression
Drug and alcohol addiction support
Family/relationship issues

Behavioral Access Center at Adena Health

Immediate Crisis Care

For those facing a behavioral health crisis, the Behavioral Access Center, located within the Emergency Room at Adena Regional Medical Center, serves as a haven for immediate assistance. Our dedicated behavioral health professionals conduct comprehensive evaluations and, in collaboration with psychiatrists, devise a tailored care plan.

Inpatient Behavioral Health

For individuals requiring a structured environment for symptom stabilization during brief hospitalization, our inpatient behavioral health unit stands ready. Our diverse team, comprising psychiatrists, licensed therapists, social workers, recreation therapists, and experienced nurses, collaboratively designs a care plan tailored to individual needs. The 14-bed Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit at Adena Regional Medical Center caters to adults (18+) with primary mental health diagnoses, offering:

Comprehensive psychiatric assessments with daily updates.
Engaging daily groups fostering recovery.
Education on behavioral health conditions and treatments.
Medication management for behavioral health.
Post-hospitalization discharge planning.

EDINS Project

For individuals visiting our emergency department grappling with substance abuse disorders, our EDINS coordinator can guide you through available treatment options and coordinate subsequent care. Participants also receive harm reduction kits and resources related to substance abuse.

Outpatient Behavioral Health

Feeling disconnected can profoundly affect overall well-being. The Adena Outpatient Counseling Center offers a comprehensive, holistic care approach for both adults and children (ages 5+), without necessitating hospital stays. Services encompass:

Medication management for understanding and effective symptom treatment.
Psychological services, inclusive of testing and counseling.
Counseling for recovery and mental health education.

As we age, we cherish moments with family and the freedom of retirement. However, aging can also usher in challenging life transitions, such as the loss of loved ones or health-related stresses. Adena Health is here to support you through every phase of life.