- 6 LGBTQ programs within 10 miles
- 18 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles
- 44 LGBTQ programs within 50 miles
- Summit County, Ohio · population 565,208
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Call 866-825-1171LGBTQ Rehab programs closest to Akron
Child Guidance and Family Solutions
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Dual diagnosisTrauma-informedBF Empowerment Center LLC
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPTrauma-informedHere For You Enterprise
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPTrauma-informedChild Guidance and Family Solutions
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Dual diagnosisTrauma-informedNortheast Ohio VA Healthcare System – Akron CBOC
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDrug treatmentChild Guidance and Family Solutions
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Dual diagnosisTrauma-informedRay Recovery
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPTrauma-informedNew Destiny Treatment Center
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialIOP / PHPDetoxNortheast Ohio VA Healthcare System – Ravenna CBOC
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDrug treatmentCatholic Charities
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Trauma-informedFamily Life Counseling and – Psychiatric Services
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Trauma-informedBrightView Health
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDetoxEvery listing comes from the SAMHSA National Directory of Substance Use Treatment Facilities, where the facility reported offering a program or group for LGBTQ clients; ratings come from public business data. Services change, so confirm details with the program. See all LGBTQ programs in Ohio.
What the programs near Akron offer
Of the 12 listed programs shown here, 11 accept private insurance, 12 offer trauma-related counseling, 12 offer cognitive behavioral therapy, 6 offer a sliding fee scale, 12 offer telehealth, 1 provide inpatient or residential care, 10 treat co-occurring mental health conditions, and 8 run a program for clients with HIV. Always confirm with the program before you go.
Levels of care within 25 miles of Akron
Counts of LGBTQ programs that report each service to SAMHSA, out of 18 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles.
| Service | Programs |
|---|---|
| Residential treatment | 1 |
| Detox services | 3 |
| Partial hospitalization (PHP) | 4 |
| Intensive outpatient (IOP) | 11 |
| Regular outpatient | 18 |
| Trauma-related counseling | 18 |
| Telehealth | 18 |
Nearby cities to compare
| City | Distance from Akron | LGBTQ Rehab programs within 10 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Portage Lakes, OH | 5 miles | 7 |
| Tallmadge, OH | 5 miles | 6 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 6 miles | 5 |
| Munroe Falls, OH | 6 miles | 5 |
| Fairlawn, OH | 6 miles | 5 |
Being able to be yourself in treatment
Treatment works best when you can talk honestly about your life: your partner, your family, your gender, where and why you use. In a program that runs an LGBTQ group, those conversations are expected rather than awkward. Ask any program how staff are trained and how they handle names, pronouns and rooming.
See questions to ask an LGBTQ rehab before you commit.
Care that includes transgender and nonbinary people
Transgender and nonbinary people often report being misgendered or treated poorly in health care settings, which can make treatment feel unsafe. Before you enroll, ask how the program handles names and pronouns, room assignments, bathrooms and continuing gender-affirming hormones.
Read our transgender rehab guide for more.
Residential or outpatient?
The right level of care depends on how much you use, your health, your living situation and past attempts to stop. A program's intake assessment, usually based on ASAM criteria, will recommend a starting level.
Outpatient treatment near Akron
Not every situation calls for a residential stay. We list 18 programs within 25 miles of Akron that report intensive outpatient, day treatment or regular outpatient services. Outpatient care works best when home is stable and supportive; it's also the usual next step after residential treatment.
Local resources in Akron
LGBTQ community support
The Bayard Rustin Center for Social Justice runs an LGBTQIA resource center in partnership with the Akron AIDS Collaborative, offering group mental health and substance abuse counseling along with HIV/STD testing and housing referrals.
Public behavioral health services
The Summit County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (ADM) Board, based in Akron, oversees local addiction and mental health services and works on tools to reduce overdose deaths.
Local health department
Summit County Public Health runs Project DAWN, which trains people to recognize an overdose and give naloxone, and provides free naloxone through vending machines at several locations and by mail.
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Ohio rules and programs that affect treatment
These state-level facts apply to everyone seeking LGBTQ rehab in Akron.
Prescription monitoring
Ohio's prescription drug monitoring program is OARRS, the Ohio Automated Rx Reporting System, run by the Ohio Board of Pharmacy. It tracks controlled substance prescriptions dispensed to patients.
Overdose Good Samaritan law
Ohio's Good Samaritan law gives limited immunity from prosecution for minor drug possession and paraphernalia offenses to a person who seeks medical help for an overdose and to the person who overdosed, provided they get a treatment screening and referral.
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Insurance and cost
Federal parity rules generally require health plans that cover substance use treatment to cover it on terms comparable to other medical care. Your cost depends on your plan, deductible and the program's network status, so verify benefits first. Our insurance guides explain how major carriers handle rehab.
Free, confidential help finding LGBTQ programs near Akron. Independent helpline, 24/7.
Call 866-825-1171Frequently asked questions
Is there an LGBTQ rehab inside Akron?
Yes. 4 programs in Akron itself are listed at the top of this page.
How long does rehab last?
It depends on the level of care and your progress. Residential programs commonly run several weeks, and outpatient care often continues for months.
Do LGBTQ rehabs only accept LGBTQ clients?
Usually not. Most programs on this page serve everyone and run a dedicated group or track for LGBTQ clients.
Will my information stay private?
Federal rules (42 CFR Part 2) give substance use treatment records extra confidentiality protections beyond standard health privacy law. Ask any program how it handles your records and who can see them.
More treatment options near Akron
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LGBTQ Rehab in nearby cities
Portage Lakes, OHTallmadge, OHCuyahoga Falls, OHMunroe Falls, OHFairlawn, OHBarberton, OHNorton, OHStow, OHNew Franklin, OHGreen, OHAll of Ohio
Guides
- Why LGBTQ-Specific Addiction Treatment Matters | LGBTQ Rehab
- Questions to Ask an LGBTQ Rehab Before You Enroll
- Transgender Rehab: Finding Addiction Treatment That Respects Your Gender
- Minority Stress and Addiction: How Stigma Affects Substance Use
- Family Rejection, Chosen Family and Recovery
- LGBTQ-Friendly vs LGBTQ-Specific Rehab: What's the Difference?