Portage Path Behavioral Health: Mental Health & Substance ...
Behavioral Health • Akron, OH • Since 1971 • outpatient centers in Akron, Barberton, and Cuyahoga Falls; PES facility in Akron locations
About
Portage Path Behavioral Health is a Akron, Ohio-based nonprofit providing comprehensive mental and behavioral health services since 1971. Key offerings include outpatient counseling, in-house primary care, psychiatric emergency services (24/7), inpatient options, crisis stabilization, and related services (pharmacy, med clinic, group therapy). The organization operates 7 offices across the Akron area (Barberton, Akron, Cuyahoga Falls) and runs community events like “Links to Mental Health” to support mental health and substance use treatment in the community. The agency employs about 48 staff, with annual revenue around $13.8 million, and serves as a regional provider for mental health care in Summit County, Ohio.
Clinic Type
Behavioral Health
Address
340 S Broadway St, Akron, Ohio, US
Phone
+988
medicalrecords@portagepath.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Website
Telehealth
Telehealth services mentioned within outpatient services.
Emergency Care
Portage Path Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES) provides 24/7 crisis evaluation and stabilization at the ADM Crisis Center in Akron.
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FAQs
What services does Portage Path offer for adults?
Counseling, psychiatry, and recovery-focused services for adults.
How do I become a new patient?
Start by booking an appointment online. Our team will guide you through the intake process and next steps.
What should I do if I need immediate help?
Call 911 immediately if there is immediate danger or a medical emergency. If it’s a mental health crisis, call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). For urgent psychiatric support in Akron, contact Portage Path Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES) for 24/7 crisis evaluation and stabilization.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Rehab.com/Google: 2.63/5 (117 reviews (Google))
- Yelp: 1.5/5 (4 reviews (Yelp))
- Rehab.com: 2/5 (30 reviews)
Patients praise
- effective clinical care and life-saving support for some patients
- appreciation for specific therapists and psychiatrists
- positive impact of structured programs like Pathways and ITS
- supportive and respectful interactions with some staff members
Common complaints
- difficulties with scheduling and appointment management
- complaints regarding communication and responsiveness, specifically regarding medication refills
- dissatisfaction with case management services and staff turnover
- concerns about negative staff attitudes or perceived negligence
"Portage Path, Matt Smith, Matt Ragon, Joe Kury and Jim Tudhope truly saved my life. I am alive now and able to leave this comment because of them. Thank you Portage Path. I’m alive because of you!"
— Rehab.com reviewer"I’ve been trying to get a medication refilled for 1.5 weeks, and I have an appt scheduled for next month. I wouldn’t trust them with any medications that are time sensitive. Don’t waste your time."
— Rehab.com reviewer"The caseworkers leave and clients get shuffled around so much that it’s hard to meet their needs... It’s a shame when your leave PORTAGE PATH more stressed and depressed than I was when I started."
— LocalityBiz reviewerSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Make An Appointment | Portage Path Behavioral Health — Apr 20, 2026
- 4th Annual Links to Mental Health Golf Outing - Akron.com — Mar 23, 2026
- Lindsy Rivera - Mental Health Counselor Specialist in Akron, OH — Jun 11, 2026
- Linda Walters — Jun 4, 2026
- Muna Elshayeb — Jun 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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