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Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services

10 Penfield Avenue, Akron, OH 44310

✓ Joint Commission Est. 1971 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services

  • Location: Akron, OH — Joint Commission accredited
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services

Serving the Akron, OH area, Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services offers outpatient care designed around each client's needs and stage of recovery.

Care here features levels of care including outpatient and typical program lengths around 7 days.

Clients engage with evidence-based and supportive therapies such as 1-on-1 counseling, family therapy, group therapy, life skills, relapse prevention counseling and medication-assisted treatment and a treatment philosophy that is evidence-based and individual treatment.

The program serves men and women and treats alcohol, co-occurring disorders, drug addiction, opioids, prescription drugs and heroin.

Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services accepts 24 insurance options, including Highmark, Humana, ITU Funds and Intermountain Healthcare, and can help verify your specific benefits.

Ongoing support continues after treatment through outpatient treatment.

To confirm current openings, levels of care, and accepted insurance, contact Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services directly or call our free, confidential helpline.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient Residential/24-hour residential
Multi-setting mental health facility (e.g., non-hospital residential plus either outpatient and/or partial hospitalization/day treatment)
Chlorpromazine Fluphenazine Haloperidol Loxapine Perphenazine Pimozide Prochlorperazine Trifluoperazine Aripiprazole Asenapine Brexpiprazole Cariprazine Clozapine IIoperidone Lurasidone Olanzapine Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination Paliperidone Quetiapine Risperidone Ziprasidone Nicotine replacement Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Individual psychotherapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Crisis intervention team Psychiatric emergency onsite services Psychiatric emergency mobile/off-site services Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
Private non-profit organization
County or local government funds Medicare Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Other State funds Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds
Payment assistance (check with facility for details) Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Screening for tobacco use
Mentoring/peer support
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Seniors
Vaping permitted in designated area
Court-ordered outpatient treatment Family psychoeducation Case management service Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy, typically 7 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 6 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

10 Penfield Avenue, Akron, OH, 44310

Quick Facts

Program7 days
FocusThis center treats substance u...
Insurance24 accepted
AccreditationJoint Commission

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Prescription Drugs Heroin

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Frequently Asked Questions about Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services

Does Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services accept my insurance?
Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services accepts 24 insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan — deductibles, copays, day limits, and pre-authorization requirements differ. Under the Mental Health Parity Act, commercial plans must cover addiction treatment at parity with medical care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free 5-minute benefits check.
What treatment programs are available at Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services?
Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services offers Outpatient with evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills. Each admission starts with a clinical assessment against the ASAM criteria to match program intensity (detox, residential, IOP, or outpatient) to clinical need.
How much does treatment cost at Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services?
Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance coverage. Typical national self-pay ranges: outpatient $1,000–$3,000/month, 30-day residential $5,000–$20,000, 90-day inpatient $12,000–$60,000. With 24 insurance carriers accepted at Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near Akron?
Yes. Browse all OH treatment centers or narrow to Akron specifically. Our full facility directory filters by insurance carrier and level of care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a human-curated shortlist based on your situation.
What should I expect during treatment at Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services?
Treatment typically begins with a comprehensive clinical assessment, then a personalized plan combining individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Programs at Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services typically last 7 days. Aftercare planning — which may include sober living, outpatient follow-up, and peer support groups — ensures ongoing support after discharge. Per NIDA research, 90+ days of engaged treatment significantly improves long-term outcomes.
How do I verify Portage Path Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services is legitimate?
Every center listed on RehabFlow is sourced from the federal SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator and re-verified quarterly. This facility’s stated accreditation: Joint Commission. Licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, MD) should be on staff, not just peer coaches. If you spot outdated data, email corrections@rehabflow.us — we re-check within 24 hours.

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