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Portage Path Behavioral Health Akron

Akron, OH

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission PHP MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

PHP · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Akron, OH · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, seniors, trauma survivors.

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About Portage Path Behavioral Health Akron

Located near downtown Akron, the center helps people recover from mental illness and substance use disorders with dignity and support. The center treats conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and addiction. With services ranging from outpatient therapy to emergency crisis care, Portage Path offers inclusive, client-focused treatment designed to meet each person’s needs.
The center offers a wide range of therapies to meet each person’s needs. These include one-on-one and group counseling, psychiatry, medication management, and dual diagnosis treatment. The team works closely with each client to build a plan that supports long-term recovery. Every treatment is guided by respect, empathy, and proven methods that work.

Classified as community mental health center. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

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
PHP · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Young Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Veterans, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Loxapine, Perphenazine, Pimozide, Prochlorperazine, Trifluoperazine, Aripiprazole, Asenapine + 13 more
Recovery supports
Housing services, Mentoring/peer support
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team
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: 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

Contact & Location

Address

340 South Broadway Street, Akron, OH 44308

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Facility direct line

(330) 253-3100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Portage Path Behavioral Health Akron accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Portage Path Behavioral Health Akron accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific OH Medicaid plan. Call (330) 253-3100 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Portage Path Behavioral Health Akron offer?
This facility offers: PHP, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment. Primary focus: 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.
Does Portage Path Behavioral Health Akron have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Veterans, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
What therapy methods does Portage Path Behavioral Health Akron use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Portage Path Behavioral Health Akron?
Call the facility directly at (330) 253-3100 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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