In Knox and Licking Counties, Ohio
Dial 911 if in immediate crisis or medical emergency
Dial 988 if experiencing a mental health crisis that does not involve the risk of immediate physical harm
Pathways 211 Crisis Hotline & Information Center
BHP’s Care Now Clinic (Mental Health Urgent Care) Open M-F 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Mental Health and Recovery Board for Licking and Knox Counties (County ADAMH Board)
If you are seeking treatment for mental illness or addiction you need to start with an assessment. This assessment will determine which level of care is best for you. (inpatient, intensive outpatient, or outpatient)
LAPP (Licking County Alcoholism Prevention Program)
The Freedom Center
Behavioral Healthcare Partners
Newark Location
Mount Vernon Location
If you are looking for a support group, AA, or NA please contact 2-1-1 for local listings.
If you are in a domestic violence situation, please call one of the local domestic violence shelters.
The Woodlands
New Directions
If you are looking for support groups for depression or other mental illness you can contact the following:
Mental Health America of Licking County
The Main Place, Inc.
Newark Location:
Mount Vernon Location:
If you are in crisis or feeling suicidal in Licking or Knox Counties you can dial 2-1-1 to speak to a crisis worker.
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 9-8-8
Dial 911 if in immediate crisis
State-wide Crisis Text Line
Ohio Association of County Behavioral Health Authorities (OACBHA)
Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS)
Dial 911 if in immediate crisis
SAMHSA – Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration