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Do I Need Rehab? 10 Signs It’s Time to Get Help

Do you need rehab?

Wondering if it’s time to get help for drug or alcohol use? This article covers 10 common signs you may need rehab, explains outpatient treatment options, and outlines what to expect during a confidential assessment—so you can make an informed decision about your next step toward recovery.

Why Showing Up Matters More Than Motivation in Addiction Recovery

Recovery doesn’t usually begin with motivation. It often starts with uncertainty, discomfort, or outside pressure. This article explores why simply showing up matters more than feeling ready, and how consistency, structure, and engagement create momentum in addiction recovery over time.

Types of Addiction Therapy Services

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Addiction therapy services can look very different depending on a person’s needs, the level of support required, and where they are in the recovery process. This guide breaks down the different types of addiction therapy services, including treatment programs and therapeutic approaches, and explains how they are commonly used together to support recovery over time—particularly in outpatient settings that allow individuals to remain connected to daily life.

What to Bring to Rehab

Preparing for treatment can feel overwhelming, but packing doesn’t have to be. This guide explains what to bring to rehab—clothing, hygiene essentials, medications, documents, and comfort items—so you can feel prepared and focus on your recovery with Ohio Community Health.

Anxiety and Addiction Recovery

Anxiety disorders and addiction frequently overlap, fueling each other in a difficult cycle. This article explores why the connection is so strong, the importance of dual diagnosis treatment, and practical coping strategies that support long-term recovery. At Ohio Community Health, we treat the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.

Affordable Recovery: Finding Quality Treatment Without Breaking the Bank

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The cost of treatment is one of the biggest barriers to recovery, but quality care doesn’t have to be out of reach. At Ohio Community Health, we make recovery affordable through Medicaid acceptance, insurance partnerships, and evidence-based programs like PHP, IOP, and MAT, ensuring access to treatment without sacrificing quality.

Finding Affordable Substance Abuse Treatment in Ohio

For many individuals struggling with addiction, the cost of treatment can feel like a major barrier. While the idea of getting professional help is overwhelming enough, concerns about affordability often prevent people from seeking care. However, there are many low-cost and free treatment options available in Ohio for those in need. By understanding the resources […]

Music and Addiction Recovery: Uses, Benefits, & More

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Music therapy can be a great help in your addiction recovery. It’s a type of therapy that uses music instead of talking. Many people find it easier and more enjoyable than traditional therapy. The benefits of music therapy and recovery are amazing. It can help you feel better and stay on track with your recovery. […]

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Christopher Glover CDCA

My name is Christopher Glover, and I am from Cincinnati, Ohio. I am currently in school and working to grow in competence to better support our community. As a recovering individual I know the struggles that you or a loved one can go through and that there is help for anything you may be struggling with.

The hardest part is asking for help and we are here as a team to best support you and your decision to start your journey towards a better future. Connect with Chris on LinkedIn

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Amanda Kuchenberg PRS CDCA

I recently joined Ohio Community Health Recovery Centers as a Clinical Case Manager. I am originally from Wisconsin but settled in the Cincinnati area in my early 20s.  My career started in the fashion industry but quickly changed as I searched to find my drive and passion through helping others who struggle with addiction. 

As someone who is also in recovery, I wanted to provide hope, share lived experience, and support others on their journey.  I currently have my Peer Recovery Support Supervision Certification along with my CDCA and plan to continue my education with University of Cincinnati so I can continue to aid in the battle against substance addiction. Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn.

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Patrick McCamley LCDC III

 Patrick McCamley (Clinical Therapist) is a Cincinnati native who has worked in substance use disorder/co-occurring mental health disorder treatment since 2019. Patrick received his bachelors degree in psychology from University of Cincinnati in 2021 and received his LCDC III (Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor) license from the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board in 2022. Patrick has worked in Clinical Operations, Clinical Case Management, and Clinical Therapy throughout his career.

Patrick has tremendous empathy and compassion for the recovery community, being in recovery himself since 2018. Patrick is uniquely qualified to be helpful because of the specific combination of his academic background and his own experience in recovery.

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Bill Zimmerman CDCA

Bill Zimmerman is a Greater Cincinnati Area native who has worked in substance use disorder/co-occurring mental health disorder treatment since 2018. Bill received his (Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant) license from the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board in 2020.

Bill has worked in Clinical Operations in both support and supervision, and Program facilitating and 12 step recovery support during his career. Bill has a passion for the recovery community, having been in recovery himself since 1982. Connect with Bill on LinkedIn

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Taylor Lilley CDCA, PRS

Growing up in Louisiana with addiction running rampant on both sides of my family. A life away from drugs and alcohol seemed impossible for someone like me. I remember what it was like sitting across from someone thinking there is no way they could ever understand what I was going through.

Sharing my experience offers a credibility and a certain type of trust with clients that only someone who has walked down this road can illustrate. To immerse myself further into the field of addiction, I am currently studying at Cincinnati State for Human and Social Services.  I hope I never forget where I came from, if I can do it, so can you!

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Thomas Hunter LSW

Hello my name is Thomas Hunter. I was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. I am a licensed social worker.In my scope of practice I have worked in the areas of mental health and recovery for thirty years. The clients I have worked with in my career have ranged in age from seven to seventy.

I strive each day to serve my purpose of helping those in need and I believe I do so by utilizing all of my experiences to accomplish my goal of supporting those who desire to establish their sobriety and maintain it in their recovery. Connect with Thomas on LinkedIn.

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Mary D.Porter,LICDC

 My name is Mary D. Porter. I received my Masters of Social Work in 2008 from The University of Cincinnati. I received My Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor Licensure in 2001. I retired from The Department of Veteran Affairs Medical Center on April 14, 2014. Currently, I am the Associate Clinical Director for The Ohio Community Health Recovery Centers in Cincinnati.. Due to the fourth wave of the Opioid Epidemic in 2019,  I decided to enter back into the workforce to assist the addicted population.

The overdoses were astounding and I wanted to help.  I consider myself  to be an advocate for the addicted population. My compassion, resilience, empathy, wisdom, knowledge, experience and  love I have for this forgotten population goes beyond words. I consider what I do for the addicted population as a calling versus a “career,” because I too was once an “addict and alcoholic.” Today I am 45.5 years alcohol and substance free.

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Ben Lemmon LCDC III

Hello, my name is Ben Lemmon, and I’m the Vice President and Clinical Director at Ohio Community Health Recovery Centers. I’ve been working in the addiction and mental health field since 2013 and decided to enter the field after overcoming my own challenges with addiction.

When I first meet a client, I always explain to them that the reason we are meeting is because they are not capable of obtaining or maintaining sobriety, and my goal is to create a person that can maintain sobriety. I believe a person’s personality is made up of their thoughts, feelings and actions and my job is to help clients identify the thoughts, feelings and actions that have them disconnected from recovery and provide them with the tools to live a healthy and happy life. Connect with Ben on LinkedIn