Firelands Counseling and Recovery Services

554 North Leavitt Road
Amherst, OH 44001

About Firelands Counseling and Recovery Services

Firelands Counseling and Recovery Services provides substance use and mental health treatment for adolescents and adults in Amherst, Ohio. They have partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and general outpatient (OP) treatment available. They also offer convenient telehealth visits.

Your recovery starts with a thorough assessment to determine your needs and level of care. They use proven methods like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to address thoughts and behaviors that may not be conducive to a sober lifestyle.

Guests attend individual therapy sessions in a confidential setting where they can discuss anything that may hinder sobriety. These sessions can help uncover the root causes of addiction and help develop healthy coping skills, recognize substance use triggers, and learn relapse prevention methods.

Group sessions offer opportunities to spend time with others in recovery who can understand the unique challenges addiction may cause. The members can give valuable feedback regarding sobriety and become a supportive network that encourages your progress throughout the program. These interactions may reduce feelings of isolation that are often typical with addiction issues.

The program promotes healthy lifestyle changes. You may address negative emotions and actions to implement new, positive behaviors conducive to sobriety.

You may begin 12-step meetings like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA) which can help you accept accountability and responsibility for your actions and recovery. The meetings include others sharing the goal of long-term sobriety.

Family involvement may be encouraged to help loved ones understand the role addiction plays in relationships. Clients can learn to set healthy boundaries, have proper communication skills and be a support network for ongoing sobriety.

Latest Reviews

Jordan Eichenlaub
2 years ago on Google
4
Cary Orshoski
2 years ago on Google
1
The therapist is very good but when it comes to doctor and medication, it is terrible. They went through 5 doctors in 2 yrs. No ones there to ever take your call except the receptionist in which all she can do is transfer your call to someone voice-mail. In which case they never call you back. So I'm currently running out of medicine in about 2 days cause I'm been waiting for a response to get my medicine refilled. I called and now I have to wait until next week to see a nurse at there office so I can be charged another 300$ and not be guaranteed if I get my medication. Firelands does not care about anyone with depression or anxiety. They cause depression and anxiety. Now I'm excepting side affects over xmas weekend. Thank you Firelands hospital and recovery. Maybe if I said I'm going to kill myself, I'll get some attention. Haha probably not, I owe them money.
Kathleen Cooper
3 years ago on Google
3
I have to go with 3 stars ONLY because of Dr. Hedge. My counselor is amazing. My caseworker is amazing. I have felt safe and cared about with both of them and they both have honestly 100% had my back for the past year. However, Dr. Hedge is UNPROFESSIONAL. I had a phone appointment scheduled and he called 3 hours early without even asking if it was okay to call early. I was completely inconvenienced by this. I have to plan appointments just like the doctor has to. He also basically held my medication hostage. Over a month ago my pharmacy contacted me stating that my medication was about to run out and they have not heard back from my doctor to refill this medication. So my counselor contacted Dr. hedge and asked what was going on about this and to contact me. I was not contacted and ran out of medication. A medication that says NOT TO SUDDENLY STOP USING. We all know the risks from stopping medication for mental disorders. He basically risked my mental health... For no reason. I was scheduled for the phone appointment on schedule with what he stated during our last appointment. For him to allow this to happen is absolutely uncalled for. He also dictates his notes during your appointment. Using YOUR time during YOUR appointment to do the tasks he should do at the end of the day. The cherry on top is that I am to have surgery and the surgery department sent me for a psych evaluation and needed my doctor's to sign off as well for the surgery to happen. They sent forms for them to sign and return. My counselor did this right in front of me as soon as she got it. Took the paperwork to Dr. Hedge for him to review and sign. OVER a MONTH has gone by and he has yet to sign it. When I asked him about it during our appointment, he just laughed and said he "didn't remember it he gets a lot of things". He had no answer about it and now, no one knows where this paperwork is. So I have to start the whole process over. He is delaying my surgery by AT LEAST 2 months.I will never use him again. I will seek a different physician for medications.

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Accepted Insurance

Firelands Counseling and Recovery Services works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)

Other Forms of Payment

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Per session payment lets you pay for each treatment at the time of service. You may also pay for a certain number of sessions up front and then pay for more if needed. This format allows you to tailor the financial investment to your specific needs and avoid having a large lump sum payment due at the end of the treatment program.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.
12-step icon12-Step
12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).
aftercare iconAftercare Support
The AOD counselors at Firelands Counseling and Recovery Services provide a complete continuum of treatment and prevention services to help individuals and families establish and maintain abstinence from alcohol and other drugs. Services are available for adults, adolescents and their families.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

Drug rehab in Ohio provides comprehensive treatment to address the physical and psychological needs of those struggling with substance use disorders. This may involve inpatient and/or outpatient care.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Programs

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Teen Program
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
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Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
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Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
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Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
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Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Amenities

  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
  • private iconPrivate Setting

Accreditations

The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.

CARF Accreditation: Yes

Contact Information

Phone icon (440) 984-3882
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554 North Leavitt Road
Amherst, OH 44001

Fact checked and written by:
Patti Croft, MBA
Edited by:
Courtney Myers, MS

Reviews of Firelands Counseling and Recovery Services

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3.4 (16 reviews)
Jordan Eichenlaub
2 years ago
4

Cary Orshoski
2 years ago
1

The therapist is very good but when it comes to doctor and medication, it is terrible. They went through 5 doctors in 2 yrs. No ones there to ever take your call except the receptionist in which all she can do is transfer your call to someone voice-mail. In which case they never call you back. So I'm currently running out of medicine in about 2 days cause I'm been waiting for a response to get my medicine refilled. I called and now I have to wait until next week to see a nurse at there office so I can be charged another 300$ and not be guaranteed if I get my medication. Firelands does not care about anyone with depression or anxiety. They cause depression and anxiety. Now I'm excepting side affects over xmas weekend. Thank you Firelands hospital and recovery. Maybe if I said I'm going to kill myself, I'll get some attention. Haha probably not, I owe them money.

Kathleen Cooper
3 years ago
3

I have to go with 3 stars ONLY because of Dr. Hedge. My counselor is amazing. My caseworker is amazing. I have felt safe and cared about with both of them and they both have honestly 100% had my back for the past year. However, Dr. Hedge is UNPROFESSIONAL. I had a phone appointment scheduled and he called 3 hours early without even asking if it was okay to call early. I was completely inconvenienced by this. I have to plan appointments just like the doctor has to. He also basically held my medication hostage. Over a month ago my pharmacy contacted me stating that my medication was about to run out and they have not heard back from my doctor to refill this medication. So my counselor contacted Dr. hedge and asked what was going on about this and to contact me. I was not contacted and ran out of medication. A medication that says NOT TO SUDDENLY STOP USING. We all know the risks from stopping medication for mental disorders. He basically risked my mental health... For no reason. I was scheduled for the phone appointment on schedule with what he stated during our last appointment. For him to allow this to happen is absolutely uncalled for. He also dictates his notes during your appointment. Using YOUR time during YOUR appointment to do the tasks he should do at the end of the day. The cherry on top is that I am to have surgery and the surgery department sent me for a psych evaluation and needed my doctor's to sign off as well for the surgery to happen. They sent forms for them to sign and return. My counselor did this right in front of me as soon as she got it. Took the paperwork to Dr. Hedge for him to review and sign. OVER a MONTH has gone by and he has yet to sign it. When I asked him about it during our appointment, he just laughed and said he "didn't remember it he gets a lot of things". He had no answer about it and now, no one knows where this paperwork is. So I have to start the whole process over. He is delaying my surgery by AT LEAST 2 months.I will never use him again. I will seek a different physician for medications.

Megan Egland
3 years ago
3

The front desk couldn't care less about their jobs. Not sure how any of them are still employed. However, the actual medical staff is fantastic.

Norma Wilkerson
3 years ago
1

Their staff members are lazy. They are unorganized and do not have good communication to set up transportation. They make you feel unimportant and that your treatment there is basically for no reason. I had an appointment scheduled for a month and they still failed to get me there when I set up transportation for every appointment. Case closed. I am done with these fools. It's a joke there.

Tyler Zeon
4 years ago
4

Denea Sanfilippo
4 years ago
1

My daughter had an appointment with Penny Morgan and the parents were required to be there for the admission assessment. After rescheduling things and making this day and time work we arrived (early) to my daughters appointment with Penny. The receptionist was quite rude and said Penny isn t here today like we were inconveniencing her. We explained we had a scheduled appointment with her today. She turned around pretended to look for something and turned back to us and said yeah well she s not here today . So it was our problem that this counselor cannot keep an appointment nor notify patients of a cancelation. This was so inconsiderate and disrespectful. I would never recommend this establishment if this is how they handle patients. Now my daughters session has been exceptionally prolonged. God forbid someone would need serious help Bc they don t give a care in the world about their patients.

Pkt Chino
4 years ago
1

Dr Hegde should be fired he doesn't really want to help you and treats the staff very badly there is no hope for anyone in this place if you care about your life don't go there.

Joo King
5 years ago
5

Great place wonderful sraff

L
5 years ago
5

Many places claim to want to help you, but this place WILL. "The proof is in the pudding" if you will. And, this place will make a noticable difference, even from just day one. Even with something like the day to day stresses of consulting with your doctors about various things. They make that a simplicity by comparison, to the other places offering help, and not actually giving it. So, something that most places can't help with, they go above and beyond. With extensive knowledge on hand within the staff, as well as extensive compassion. Unparalleled by any other place you will find. It may take some time.to get into a psychiatrist, but it's due to needing to know the patient well before prescribing. HOWEVER! if you have meds you're getting in the meantime, they won't stop you from using those meds while they spend more time than any other, getting to know each individual, truly as an individual. Atop that, it's very easy to find in Amherst across the street from the KFC, and behind the Wendy's and McDonald's on the other side from the KFC. Don't worry! It's a very nice building, and you will surely feel much safer, and at ease the second you walk through the doors. With coffee in hand as well, for those who drink coffee. If you need a place that will take the time, you know you need to be known, this is the place for you. You can both call, and go in to set an appointment. It doesn't take long, if any time at all, to be seen by a therapist. As well, you obviously have a wide choice of therapists, and psychiatrists. Atop that prior mentioned, vast knowledge. Stop in today, for virtually any emotional need. They can help, and WILL.

Zuleyka Perez
6 years ago
5

Heather Taraseiwic
6 years ago
5

They go out of their way to get you the help you need. If you don t connect with counselor they assign, you can request a new one until you find the right counselor. I found the right coupe as did my son and it has helped us both tremendously!

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