Shawnee Mental Health Center – Portsmouth
901 Washington street Portsmouth, OH 45662
About Shawnee Mental Health Center – Portsmouth
Shawnee Mental Health Center's location at 901 Washington Street is a behavioral health center offering addiction treatment services and integrated care for adults in Portsmouth, Ohio.
Serving the Scioto County community since 1973, this outpatient facility provides substance use treatment alongside psychiatric and primary care services, with specialized support for clients facing dual diagnosis and co-occurring mental health challenges. The center's approach combines evidence based counseling, psychiatric care and 24/7 crisis response to support long term recovery and wellness.
Addiction Treatment Programs
Adults age 18 and older can begin with a comprehensive assessment to identify individual needs and determine the appropriate level of outpatient care. From there, clients receive individual counseling, psychiatric services for medication management and support for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in an integrated setting.
The center uses cognitive behavioral therapy and other evidence based approaches to address addiction, relapse prevention and underlying mental health concerns. I want to point out that community based services and crisis stabilization are available around the clock, ensuring continuity of care whether clients need routine outpatient support, urgent psychiatric intervention or coordination with local hospitals or crisis units.
Key Features
- Levels of care: Outpatient addiction treatment and psychiatric services, assessments and individual counseling
- Who they treat: Adults age 18 and older, including clients with dual diagnosis and co-occurring disorders
- Approach: Integrated behavioral health and primary care model using CBT and community based support
- Payment options: Accepts Medicare, all Ohio Medicaid plans and TRICARE, most insurance and offers sliding fee scale; will not refuse care due to inability to pay
- Crisis services: 24/7 psychiatric crisis response available in clinics and emergency rooms, jails and throughout the community
Start Your Recovery
To schedule an assessment or learn more about outpatient addiction treatment at Shawnee Mental Health Center in Portsmouth, contact the Scioto County Clinic during business hours or visit the official website. The admissions team can verify insurance benefits, explain sliding scale options and connect you with the right behavioral health services for your needs.
Addiction Treatment Programs
Adult Program
Tailored for men and women over the age of 18, each adult program in Ohio incorporates multiple therapeutic methods to treat addiction. Various levels of care are offered, based on the needs of the individual.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Distorted, negative thought patterns can lead to negative behaviors such as substance abuse. Cognitive behavioral therapy in Ohio addresses these negative thoughts to help individuals make positive changes.Levels of Care
Outpatient Rehab
During outpatient rehab in Ohio, you’ll develop sober-living skills and learn how to live a sober lifestyle.... This happens through regular meetings with a recovery expert and involvement in a 12-step program. Your outpatient treatment can continue for as long as you need it, from weeks to years.Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health
If you’re struggling with both mental illness and addiction at the same time, dual diagnosis treatment in Oh...io is ideal. This treatment provides an integrated approach to treat both disorders effectively.Insurance
Medicaid Accepted
If you're an Ohio resident and need help paying for rehab, you may be eligible for Ohio Medicaid. Coverage thr...ough Medicaid may vary, but it can assist with the cost of alcohol and drug rehab in Ohio, including detox, inpatient rehab, and more.
Medicare Accepted
If you have Medicare, or think you could be eligible for Medicare, you may be able to get help with the cost o...f alcohol and drug rehab in Ohio. The amount of coverage will depend on many things, including whether you are seeking inpatient or outpatient treatment for substance abuse.
TRICARE
Administered by the Department of Defense, TRICARE offers comprehensive military health insurance plans for ac...tive and retired military members and their families. Similar to PPO programs offered by private insurance companies, TRICARE covers multiple levels of care for addiction treatment, including detox, inpatient rehab, and outpatient services.
Self-Pay Options
Paying for alcohol and drug rehab in Ohio out-of-pocket is known as self-pay or private pay. This option allow...s you to take charge of your recovery journey by giving you the freedom to choose where you attend detox or alcohol and drug rehab in Ohio without being subjected to the limitations or your insurer or state-run programs.
Sliding Scale Payment
If you need help covering the cost of alcohol and drug rehab in Ohio, but cannot pay the full amount, a slidin...g scale payment plan may be an option for you. This way, you can access all levels of care, including detox, inpatient rehab, and more. To qualify for this treatment discount, you must complete an application and provide supporting financial documentation.Contact Shawnee Mental Health Center – Portsmouth
Natalie is a recent graduate from Purdue University where she studied Psychology and Creative Writing. Every morning, she’s fueled by a cup of tea and her passion for making sure mental health resources are accessible for everyone. In her spare time, she loves writing poetry by her window where she can watch the sunrise.
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