ADHD Treatment Centers in Uniontown, OH
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The professionals of Vista Psychological & Counseling Centre provide decades of experience to those they serve and are now in their 15th year of serving Stark County. Their goal is to provide the highest quality adult, child, and family mental health care. Their experienced team provides individual, couple, family, psychological testing, consultation and group psychotherapy and counseling services to meet the needs of those seeking services. At Vista Psychological & Counseling Centre, we strive to deliver quality mental health services. To learn more or request a consultation, please call us today at 330 244 8782.
The professionals of Vista Psychological & Counseling Centre provide decades of experience to those they serve and are now in their 15th year of serving Stark County. Their goal is to provide the highest quality adult, child, and family mental health care. Their experienced team provides individual, couple, family, psychological testing, consultation and group psychotherapy and counseling services to meet the needs of those seeking services. At Vista Psychological & Counseling Centre, we strive to deliver quality mental health services. To learn more or request a consultation, please call us today at 330 244 8782.
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Substance use disorders are closely linked with mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, personality disorders and schizophrenia.
In today's fast-paced society, with substances, experiences and products to stave off boredom everywhere, addiction is more common than ever. Unfortunately, many people who experience compulsive cravings for drugs or other harmful behaviors experience underlying issues that need to be addressed. Many people who turn to substance abuse do so because it fulfills a need. Far from being a moral failing, it's a legitimate reaction to a problem in your life. But whether you use drugs or alcohol to calm down after a hard day, get into the party spirit or ease the symptoms of anxiety, the help it lends is an illusion. And while these solutions seem effective in the short term, they do more harm than good long-term. Substance use disorders are very tricky. If you're in the throes of one, there's a good chance you've minimized the problem or brushed it off as a harmless coping mechanism. The truth is that abusing substances and coping with the perceived stigma of using them can alter brain chemistry, potentially leading to more serious problems. As someone going through this kind of turmoil, the last thing you need is judgment.
Substance use disorders are closely linked with mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, personality disorders and schizophrenia.
In today's fast-paced society, with substances, experiences and products to stave off boredom everywhere, addiction is more common than ever. Unfortunately, many people who experience compulsive cravings for drugs or other harmful behaviors experience underlying issues that need to be addressed. Many people who turn to substance abuse do so because it fulfills a need. Far from being a moral failing, it's a legitimate reaction to a problem in your life. But whether you use drugs or alcohol to calm down after a hard day, get into the party spirit or ease the symptoms of anxiety, the help it lends is an illusion. And while these solutions seem effective in the short term, they do more harm than good long-term. Substance use disorders are very tricky. If you're in the throes of one, there's a good chance you've minimized the problem or brushed it off as a harmless coping mechanism. The truth is that abusing substances and coping with the perceived stigma of using them can alter brain chemistry, potentially leading to more serious problems. As someone going through this kind of turmoil, the last thing you need is judgment.
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No Wait, Call Today! Beyond Healthcare is accepting patients for medication evaluation and follow-up appointments for kids ages 11-17! Our treatment center is dedicated to youth well-being, focusing on a range of issues from anxiety and depression to more complex behavioral challenges. Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to create personalized treatment plans, integrating therapy and medication management for optimal outcomes.
No Wait, Call Today! Beyond Healthcare is accepting patients for medication evaluation and follow-up appointments for kids ages 11-17! Our treatment center is dedicated to youth well-being, focusing on a range of issues from anxiety and depression to more complex behavioral challenges. Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to create personalized treatment plans, integrating therapy and medication management for optimal outcomes.
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Serving children, adolescents and adults. Through patient education our counselors and prescribers work together to coordinate your care to ensure the most effective treatment.
Serving children, adolescents and adults. Through patient education our counselors and prescribers work together to coordinate your care to ensure the most effective treatment.
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At Arrow Passage Recovery in Ohio, our team of addiction treatment specialists understand the underlying effects of alcohol on family, friends, and health. Our proven alcohol rehab program gives you the tools to beat your alcohol addiction. Arrow Passage Recovery is the premier drug treatment center in Ohio. We make sure that your recovery from drugs and alcohol is a successful one. With a state of the art treatment center in Ohio, we are a step above any other drug rehab in Ohio.
At Arrow Passage Recovery in Ohio, our team of addiction treatment specialists understand the underlying effects of alcohol on family, friends, and health. Our proven alcohol rehab program gives you the tools to beat your alcohol addiction. Arrow Passage Recovery is the premier drug treatment center in Ohio. We make sure that your recovery from drugs and alcohol is a successful one. With a state of the art treatment center in Ohio, we are a step above any other drug rehab in Ohio.
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Life Anew Behavioral Health Services
Treatment Center, MSW, LICSW-S
Verified Verified
Akron, OH 44301
Life Anew Behavioral Health, Inc. is a Joint Commission accredited (TJC) organization that will provide individuals and/or groups Therapeutic Behavioral Health Services (TBS) and Community Psychiatric Supportive Treatment Services (CPST) to youth, adolescents, and adults meeting criteria for mental health services. We perform clinical assessments designed to address our clients’ individual service plan (ISP). Our licensed clinical team creates a treatment plan so that each client has a designed tailored road map to their personal success. We strive to provide the highest quality of services in order to sustain, uplift, and empower our families and the community.
Life Anew Behavioral Health, Inc. is a Joint Commission accredited (TJC) organization that will provide individuals and/or groups Therapeutic Behavioral Health Services (TBS) and Community Psychiatric Supportive Treatment Services (CPST) to youth, adolescents, and adults meeting criteria for mental health services. We perform clinical assessments designed to address our clients’ individual service plan (ISP). Our licensed clinical team creates a treatment plan so that each client has a designed tailored road map to their personal success. We strive to provide the highest quality of services in order to sustain, uplift, and empower our families and the community.
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Pathway's mental health therapy and counseling services can help children, families, and adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties. Partnering with schools, parents, teachers, and physicians, Pathway therapists help to strengthen the lives of children and families. We are committed to forming an individualized plan that may include individual or group therapy, support groups, or case management in an effort to bring about positive change and growth.
Pathway's mental health therapy and counseling services can help children, families, and adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties. Partnering with schools, parents, teachers, and physicians, Pathway therapists help to strengthen the lives of children and families. We are committed to forming an individualized plan that may include individual or group therapy, support groups, or case management in an effort to bring about positive change and growth.
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The Hull Institute has specialized in the treatment of eating disorders for over 20 years. We are a private outpatient practice working with individuals of all ages (8-80) and backgrounds with disordered eating or an eating disorder. We have 12 therapists and 5 dietitians, all specially trained in helping people recover from an eating disorder. People who come to us often also have anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, trauma and/or addictions. We will treat all of them together.
The Hull Institute has specialized in the treatment of eating disorders for over 20 years. We are a private outpatient practice working with individuals of all ages (8-80) and backgrounds with disordered eating or an eating disorder. We have 12 therapists and 5 dietitians, all specially trained in helping people recover from an eating disorder. People who come to us often also have anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, trauma and/or addictions. We will treat all of them together.
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REACH Behavioral Health
Treatment Center, MD, LPCC, LISW, LPC, PhD
Verified Verified
Akron, OH 44312
REACH serves individuals, families, and couples seeking caring, empathic, community-based therapy. Providers are trained to treat all mental wellness needs, from depression and anxiety to grief support, trauma, family conflict, relationship issues, and more. With 9 locations throughout the Greater Cleveland and Greater Akron areas, as well as telehealth services that can be accessed from home, REACH is accessible and flexible to fit the diverse needs of families and individuals with busy schedules.
REACH serves individuals, families, and couples seeking caring, empathic, community-based therapy. Providers are trained to treat all mental wellness needs, from depression and anxiety to grief support, trauma, family conflict, relationship issues, and more. With 9 locations throughout the Greater Cleveland and Greater Akron areas, as well as telehealth services that can be accessed from home, REACH is accessible and flexible to fit the diverse needs of families and individuals with busy schedules.
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We are committed to making your home a safe and positive environment where you, as a patient, can experience a peaceful recovery surrounded by family. At Riverwalk Ranch, we recognize addiction as a chronic disease and your recovery as a new way of life. Here, you’ll be provided with an individualized and collaborative treatment plan accompanied by a full continuum of care and support. Our treatment goals and outcomes are designed to ensure you have the best opportunity to fully heal, while learning and growing into the best version of yourself.
We are committed to making your home a safe and positive environment where you, as a patient, can experience a peaceful recovery surrounded by family. At Riverwalk Ranch, we recognize addiction as a chronic disease and your recovery as a new way of life. Here, you’ll be provided with an individualized and collaborative treatment plan accompanied by a full continuum of care and support. Our treatment goals and outcomes are designed to ensure you have the best opportunity to fully heal, while learning and growing into the best version of yourself.
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Our clients may be struggling with anxiety, depression, identity issues, stress, substance use or family concerns. They want someone who will listen, respect and care for them by holding space and being there alongside them helping to set goals, rather than dictating a course of action. Our clients want a variety of options to care for their well-being such as: individual, couples, family and group therapy, massage therapy, art therapy, Reiki, acupuncture, and EMDR. They want providers who genuinely care and are authentic in how they approach problems and interact with others. Our clients also want providers who are skilled, who have pursued additional training and have experience helping with their issue or are willing to learn.
Our clients may be struggling with anxiety, depression, identity issues, stress, substance use or family concerns. They want someone who will listen, respect and care for them by holding space and being there alongside them helping to set goals, rather than dictating a course of action. Our clients want a variety of options to care for their well-being such as: individual, couples, family and group therapy, massage therapy, art therapy, Reiki, acupuncture, and EMDR. They want providers who genuinely care and are authentic in how they approach problems and interact with others. Our clients also want providers who are skilled, who have pursued additional training and have experience helping with their issue or are willing to learn.
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At the Recovery Institute of Ohio, we provide multiple levels of care through customized treatment programs dedicated to helping individuals live a sober life on their terms. All of our addiction treatment plans are individually designed to produce long-term, sustainable wellness and recovery. Located in an environment set up to reduce the number of outside distractions and triggers, our program in Ohio offers individuals a supportive setting where they can focus on their sobriety and gain the tools needed to live a happy, healthy, drug-free life. There are several phases of addiction treatment for substance abuse. Our rehab center in Ohio assists each client in finding the right recovery program to meet their needs.
At the Recovery Institute of Ohio, we provide multiple levels of care through customized treatment programs dedicated to helping individuals live a sober life on their terms. All of our addiction treatment plans are individually designed to produce long-term, sustainable wellness and recovery. Located in an environment set up to reduce the number of outside distractions and triggers, our program in Ohio offers individuals a supportive setting where they can focus on their sobriety and gain the tools needed to live a happy, healthy, drug-free life. There are several phases of addiction treatment for substance abuse. Our rehab center in Ohio assists each client in finding the right recovery program to meet their needs.
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At Jones-Wood Psychological Associates, Inc., our mission is to provide high quality, comprehensive mental health services. Our staff consists of psychologists, social workers, and counselors who are dedicated to helping people live healthier, happier, and more productive lives.
At Jones-Wood Psychological Associates, Inc., our mission is to provide high quality, comprehensive mental health services. Our staff consists of psychologists, social workers, and counselors who are dedicated to helping people live healthier, happier, and more productive lives.
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Forward Health is a substance use disorder treatment center that treats all of the factors that attribute to substance use disorder. On top of treating both substance use disorder and the mental health disorders that are associated with living in chaotic drug use, we also put a lot of emphasis on integration back into the community. We understand how important connection is when entering recovery. We have a staff of individuals with lived experience who are here to guide you back into the community. We put a huge emphasis on employment and are very plugged into the local economy to secure our clients' great jobs. Our therapists and case managers will then also help clients with life and financial skills to get them in the habit of saving money, paying bills, and rebuilding from the financial damage of their past. A lot of our staff, from ownership down, is in recovery. We’ve been there. And we know the way out. We treat both Substance Abuse and Co-occurring Disorders. We help our clients change their entire lives. With continued support and structure, our clients become responsible community members. We are deeply proud of the men and women who walk through our doors each day.
Forward Health is a substance use disorder treatment center that treats all of the factors that attribute to substance use disorder. On top of treating both substance use disorder and the mental health disorders that are associated with living in chaotic drug use, we also put a lot of emphasis on integration back into the community. We understand how important connection is when entering recovery. We have a staff of individuals with lived experience who are here to guide you back into the community. We put a huge emphasis on employment and are very plugged into the local economy to secure our clients' great jobs. Our therapists and case managers will then also help clients with life and financial skills to get them in the habit of saving money, paying bills, and rebuilding from the financial damage of their past. A lot of our staff, from ownership down, is in recovery. We’ve been there. And we know the way out. We treat both Substance Abuse and Co-occurring Disorders. We help our clients change their entire lives. With continued support and structure, our clients become responsible community members. We are deeply proud of the men and women who walk through our doors each day.
Online Treatment Centers
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We provide evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, ADHD and other emotional and behavioral entanglements.
We guide people to develop gratifying lives in love, work and play without the use of harmful chemicals. We help you to find non-addictive ways to face your anxieties and griefs in order to unburden yourself from them. We invite you to understand yourself lovingly, with all your flaws and assets and encourage you to choose behaviors that will enhance your quality of life.
We provide evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, ADHD and other emotional and behavioral entanglements.
We guide people to develop gratifying lives in love, work and play without the use of harmful chemicals. We help you to find non-addictive ways to face your anxieties and griefs in order to unburden yourself from them. We invite you to understand yourself lovingly, with all your flaws and assets and encourage you to choose behaviors that will enhance your quality of life.
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An assessment may also be appropriate if you feel you or a loved one may be cognitively declining or perhaps feel you may have an attention deficit disorder.
PBHS has been serving Lake, Geauga and Ashtabula Counties since 2008. We are a multi-disciplinary outpatient practice that specializes in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Our practice prides itself in seeing patients within 24 to 48 hours of their phone call. We offer evening and weekend appointments and work as a team to ensure all your outpatient needs are met. As a multi-disciplinary facility, we are able to offer our patients the comfort of having their therapy and psychiatric medication management services in the same office. Your providers work together to determine the most effective treatment plan, tailored to you. Our mission is to provide compassionate, competent, and evidence-based care to individuals with mental health and addiction recovery problems so that they can pursue a life worth living. Our team is trained in DBT and work together to build skills for a happy and healthy life. We believe therapy shouldn't last forever; by providing you core skills to cope with life's challenges and effectively manage mental health and addiction problems you can create a life worth living.
An assessment may also be appropriate if you feel you or a loved one may be cognitively declining or perhaps feel you may have an attention deficit disorder.
PBHS has been serving Lake, Geauga and Ashtabula Counties since 2008. We are a multi-disciplinary outpatient practice that specializes in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Our practice prides itself in seeing patients within 24 to 48 hours of their phone call. We offer evening and weekend appointments and work as a team to ensure all your outpatient needs are met. As a multi-disciplinary facility, we are able to offer our patients the comfort of having their therapy and psychiatric medication management services in the same office. Your providers work together to determine the most effective treatment plan, tailored to you. Our mission is to provide compassionate, competent, and evidence-based care to individuals with mental health and addiction recovery problems so that they can pursue a life worth living. Our team is trained in DBT and work together to build skills for a happy and healthy life. We believe therapy shouldn't last forever; by providing you core skills to cope with life's challenges and effectively manage mental health and addiction problems you can create a life worth living.
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Searchlight Family Therapy
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
Welcome! I'm so glad you found our practice! Searchlight Family Therapy offers child, adolescent, adult, couples, and family therapy throughout the state of Ohio. We provide both in-person and virtual sessions. As owner of Searchlight Family Therapy, I seek to offer our clients a full range of therapy services in a place that feels welcoming and safe. Whether you're new to therapy or are searching for the right fit, it's our hope that we can provide you with a supportive environment that challenges you and helps you grow.
Welcome! I'm so glad you found our practice! Searchlight Family Therapy offers child, adolescent, adult, couples, and family therapy throughout the state of Ohio. We provide both in-person and virtual sessions. As owner of Searchlight Family Therapy, I seek to offer our clients a full range of therapy services in a place that feels welcoming and safe. Whether you're new to therapy or are searching for the right fit, it's our hope that we can provide you with a supportive environment that challenges you and helps you grow.
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Katie Knox & Associate Counseling Services
Treatment Center, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Saint Clairsville, OH 43950
Katie Knox & Associates Counseling Service is the premier counseling provider in St. Clairsville and the Tri-State area. We specialize in treating a variety of counseling and behavioral health concerns. Our educated and licensed practitioners all have many years of working experience and expertise in an array specialties. Our clients struggle with a diversity of concerns which deserve to be addressed properly, promptly, and with complete confidentiality. Our clients range from children and adolescents, to parents and adults, to seniors - all ages are most welcome.
Katie Knox & Associates Counseling Service is the premier counseling provider in St. Clairsville and the Tri-State area. We specialize in treating a variety of counseling and behavioral health concerns. Our educated and licensed practitioners all have many years of working experience and expertise in an array specialties. Our clients struggle with a diversity of concerns which deserve to be addressed properly, promptly, and with complete confidentiality. Our clients range from children and adolescents, to parents and adults, to seniors - all ages are most welcome.
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Square One Health believes in providing holistic care and treatment for chemical dependency, and alcohol addiction and co-occurring/dual diagnosed disorders. By clearly identifying our clients’ specific needs, we can offer client-centered treatment in a safe, nurturing, and educational environment. Treating addiction through the body, mind and spirit, along with focusing on any underlying issues, offers our patients the best chance to recover. Furthermore, it provides them with the tools necessary to continue living in sobriety leaving the Square One Health facility. Our program blends traditional treatment models, which include; cognitive behavior therapy, dialectic behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and trauma resolution. Guided by the 12-Steps and with a strong emphasis on accountability and integrity, our approach is designed to treat not only the addiction itself but also provide spiritual enhancement, social responsibility, and living skills to our guests.
Square One Health believes in providing holistic care and treatment for chemical dependency, and alcohol addiction and co-occurring/dual diagnosed disorders. By clearly identifying our clients’ specific needs, we can offer client-centered treatment in a safe, nurturing, and educational environment. Treating addiction through the body, mind and spirit, along with focusing on any underlying issues, offers our patients the best chance to recover. Furthermore, it provides them with the tools necessary to continue living in sobriety leaving the Square One Health facility. Our program blends traditional treatment models, which include; cognitive behavior therapy, dialectic behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and trauma resolution. Guided by the 12-Steps and with a strong emphasis on accountability and integrity, our approach is designed to treat not only the addiction itself but also provide spiritual enhancement, social responsibility, and living skills to our guests.
New Care Behavioral Health serves a diverse clientele, including children as young as three, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Clients seek support for mental health, behavioral health, and substance use needs. Children receive help with developmental challenges and emotional regulation. Adolescents address stress, relationships, and identity. Adults tackle anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Couples and families work on communication, conflict resolution, and parenting. Specialized services cater to substance use challenges, offering comprehensive support for addiction and recovery management. Our team provides compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual's unique journey towards well-being.
New Care Behavioral Health serves a diverse clientele, including children as young as three, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Clients seek support for mental health, behavioral health, and substance use needs. Children receive help with developmental challenges and emotional regulation. Adolescents address stress, relationships, and identity. Adults tackle anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Couples and families work on communication, conflict resolution, and parenting. Specialized services cater to substance use challenges, offering comprehensive support for addiction and recovery management. Our team provides compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual's unique journey towards well-being.
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ADHD Treatment Centers
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
Are there specific medications for ADHD?
Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.