Behavioral Health Services
Health isn’t just physical. Mental health is crucial for overall well-being. Whether it’s depression, anxiety, drug and alcohol abuse, or some other issue, Firelands Regional Medical Center’s Counseling & Recovery Services provides a full spectrum of outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment. Our behavioral health program is one of the largest hospital-based programs of its kind in the state. Our 34-bed inpatient psychiatric unit and counseling and recovery services provide care to residents of Erie, Huron, Ottawa, Seneca, Sandusky and Wyandot counties.
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Firelands provides inpatient and outpatient mental health, alcohol and drug treatment for conditions such as:
- Anxiety disorders
- Depression
- Substance abuse
When you turn to us for help, a licensed professional will guide you or your loved one through a complete assessment to help identify the most challenging issues and then work with you to create a treatment plan.
If you have questions about our behavioral health services or want more information:
Please call us at 419-557-5177
Mental health and addiction care
Mental health issues and drug and/or alcohol addictions are something anyone can face, and many of us do. In fact, half of all Americans will experience mental illness over the course of their lifetime. Our Firelands family is ready to care for you or your loved one in those situations. We offer:
Alcohol and drug treatment
When substance use interferes with your relationships, work, health, or finances, Firelands Regional Medical Center Counseling & Recovery Services can help. We'll work with you to develop the skills, knowledge, and resources to help manage daily living without drug/alcohol use. Addiction treatment services are evidence-based, incorporating the Seven Challenges Model, Matrix Model, Living in Balance Model, cognitive behavioral therapy, and tailoring services according to each client’s needs.
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Mental health hotline program
- Firelands’ Hope Line is available 8 a.m. to midnight every day at 567-867-HOPE (4673).
- Firelands Counseling & Recovery Services was characterized as a “longstanding provider of outstanding behavioral health and employment services to adults, children and adolescents in rural Ohio” in our most recent accreditation visit in 2022 by the Commission on Accreditation for Rehabilitation Facilities.
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Inpatient care
- Firelands provides a 34-bed inpatient psychiatric unit, admitting over 1400 area residents annually; many of these patients also have - secondary diagnoses that include addiction.
- Firelands treats people with addictions in ALL of its programs and departments, including the emergency room, inpatient, outpatient, psychiatric unit and the Center for Women and Newborns.
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Mental illness treatment
If feelings of anxiousness or depression persist and interfere with your daily living, it may be time to seek professional help. The caring mental health professionals at Firelands Counseling & Recovery Services can help people deal with their emotional problems and maintain control of their lives. We provide a complete range of outpatient mental health services for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.
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Vocational rehabilitation
Vocational rehabilitation services are available to adults and transitional youth with mental health and/or an alcohol or drug addiction diagnosis and in need of assistance in finding employment. Work readiness and soft employment skills needed to be successful in today’s job market are taught as part of the program.
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Telehealth visits
We offer mental health tele-visits to Firelands Counseling & Recovery Services patients. Next time you schedule your appointment, please let our scheduler know. They will ensure you have a virtual appointment for your next visit. To get started with telehealth, watch the video below.
Online Screening
Access online screenings to determine if you are experiencing symptoms of a potential mental health problem.
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