Mental health treatment

The OurHAIR initiative, started by Community Care Behavioral Health Organization, trains hair professionals on the basics of mental health, including where to send clients for help when they need it beyond the listening ear of their braider or barber.

The ‘Healthy Moms, Vibrant Futures’ maternal health strategic action plan, launched by the Shapiro Administration, aims to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity supported by community input and a five-year grant.

The Northeast Regional Crisis Stabilization Center opened its walk-in service in December. Now, its crisis residential program is open and ready to serve the community with eight beds where people can stay for up to 10 days.

NextGen Counseling received its state licensure in October 2025. The organization now welcomes children aged 12-19 for addiction counseling at its location on Dickson City’s Main Street.

The Northeast Regional Crisis Stabilization Center opened its walk-in crisis intervention service in December. The Honesdale center plans to open a crisis residential service with eight beds early this year.

Mental health professionals from the region provide guidance on gun violence, anxiety and how parents can best talk about the topic with children in the wake of Wednesday's shooting at a Minnesota Catholic school.

The Good Drop ketamine clinic in Avoca treats patients with treatment-resistant depression, chronic pain and anxiety. While they're happy to offer alternative care in Northeast Pennsylvania, the owners still see a lack of understanding around ketamine.