Mental Health Providers in Portsmouth, Ohio

This place was instrumental in saving my life. Staffed by people who care and find solutions to the problems encountered thru addiction. Thank you Shawnee Counseling Center.

Words cant even explain the amount of respect I have for this company and the people who work there.

Ascend Recovery and Counseling Services in Portsmouth, Ohio failed to provide fair or ethical treatment during my stay. I followed the rules, made progress in my recovery, and even served as Head of Household for three weeks with no disciplinary issues. Despite this, I was treated unfairly and experienced retaliation after reporting staff misconduct. Major issues: • Retaliation — After reporting a group facilitator for targeting and unprofessional behavior, staff attitudes toward me changed and my progress was blocked. • Delayed phase advancement — I was not phased up appropriately. My counselor later admitted I had not been given required assignments, yet my progress was still held back. • False accusations — I was accused of not participating right before I was supposed to phase up. This was untrue and contradicted my documented progress. • Lack of transparency — When I asked for written policies explaining decisions affecting my treatment, they would not provide them. • Denied critical emotional support — I requested support for a major facial reconstructive surgery appointment at the cancer hospital and was refused. This caused severe emotional distress and a panic attack. This facility talks about recovery but does not practice fairness, accountability, or trauma-informed care. Clients deserve honesty and respect. I did not receive either here.