A Path to Recovery Starts Here
Portage Path Behavioral Health provides compassionate mental health and substance use treatment that rebuilds lives across Summit County.
Behavioral Healthcare
for Everyone
Portage Path Behavioral Health is a nonprofit community mental health center serving Summit County. We guide individuals on the path to recovery from mental illness and substance use issues—offering welcoming, client-centered care, including assistance for those without the ability to pay.
As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) in Ohio, Portage Path meets enhanced federal standards for access, crisis services, and comprehensive behavioral health care.
With outpatient centers in Akron, Barberton, and Cuyahoga Falls and a Psychiatric Emergency Services facility in Akron, we connect residents across Summit County with vital mental health services and resources.
Comprehensive Behavioral Health Services
Portage Path Behavioral Health provides a full continuum of care for mental health and substance use treatment. From crisis services to outpatient therapy and specialty programs, we guide adults on the path to recovery through accessible, compassionate care.
Crisis Care
Portage Path Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES) provides 24/7 crisis evaluation and stabilization using best practices in psychiatric care. Located at the ADM Crisis Center in Akron, PES helps individuals return safely to the community with referrals and ongoing care coordination.
Outpatient Services
Outpatient services at Portage Path Behavioral Health improve quality of life by helping those struggling with mental health and substance use. Services include psychiatry, individual therapy, case management, medication clinic support, treatment groups, telehealth, and dual diagnosis care.
Mobile Therapy Services
Portage Path’s Mobile Therapy Center is a 35-foot RV designed to bring mental health screenings into the community. Available for businesses, events, and places of worship, it helps reach individuals facing access barriers, stigma, or language challenges—free of charge.
Psychiatry
Our skilled team of psychiatrists and nurse practitioners can assist with reducing symptoms that interfere with daily activities and functioning through the use of medications. Medical team members customize their approach to meet each client’s needs with a focus on mood stability to restore everyday functioning.
Impact Numbers
Impact Across Summit County
A snapshot of how Portage Path Behavioral Health supports care access across Summit County.
8K
Adults supported through mental health and recovery services each year
13K
988 crisis calls answered locally for Summit and Lake counties
2K
Individuals served through Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES)
1K
Community mental health screenings provided through the Mobile Therapy Center
Stories of Strength and Recovery
Real clients share how recovery became possible with personalized care from Portage Path.
Quick Links for Current Clients
Access important tools and resources here.
Start Your Path to Recovery
Make an appointment and take the next step toward mental health and substance use treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to help you access important services, resources, and support.
How do I become a new patient?
Start by booking an appointment online. Our team will guide you through the intake process and next steps.
Do you offer mental health and substance use treatment?
Yes. Portage Path Behavioral Health provides counseling, psychiatry, and recovery-focused services for adults.
What should I do if I need immediate help?
Call 911 immediately if there is immediate danger or a medical emergency. If it’s a mental health crisis, call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). For urgent psychiatric support in Akron, contact Portage Path Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES) for 24/7 crisis evaluation and stabilization.