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Addiction Services Council

Cincinnati, OH

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Dual Dx Telehealth

Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Cincinnati, OH · Accepts Medicaid · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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Direct line to Addiction Services Council: (513) 281‑7880

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About Addiction Services Council

Addiction Services Council (ASC) is a nonprofit community-based organization that helps people affected by substance use and related disorders. ASC believes these problems are illnesses that can be treated, and recovery is possible for individuals and families. For over 70 years, ASC has offered support and programs to people in Cincinnati and nearby areas to help them live healthier lives.
ASC works to build a community free from drug and alcohol abuse. They provide services to reduce stigma and offer prevention, assessment, treatment, education, and advocacy. These services include crisis help, counseling for individuals and families, group therapy, workplace training, school programs, and peer support from people who have recovered.
ASC runs the Recovery Health Access Center (RHAC), a 24/7 helpline with trained staff to help people find support anytime. They connect clients to local treatment providers and offer case management to coordinate care. Other services include drug testing, addiction education, and community outreach. ASC helps individuals and families move toward healthier, more stable lives.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling
Age groups
Children/Adolescents
Special populations
Adolescents, Adult women, Adult men, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Verify coverage
Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Medicaid; Cash or self-payment; SAMHSA funding/block grants

Contact & Location

Address

2828 Vernon Place, Cincinnati, OH 45219

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Facility direct line

(513) 281‑7880

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Addiction Services Council accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Addiction Services Council accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific OH Medicaid plan. Call (513) 281‑7880 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Addiction Services Council offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Addiction Services Council have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adolescents, Adult women, Adult men, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does Addiction Services Council use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Addiction Services Council?
Call the facility directly at (513) 281‑7880 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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