West Central Behavioral Health: NH Mental Health Treatment
Behavioral Health • Claremont, NH • Since 1977
About
West Central Behavioral Health (WCBH) is a nonprofit mental health and substance use treatment provider serving Sullivan County and the Upper Valley in New Hampshire. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Lebanon, NH, WCBH offers a full continuum of care for all ages, including outpatient, emergency, case management, residential, and continuing care services. They operate 10 offices across New Hampshire, with locations in Lebanon, Newport, and Claremont (including two sites in Claremont and one in Newport). WCBH aims to provide advanced counseling, treatment, and support regardless of ability to pay, helping children, adults, and families facing mental health or behavioral health challenges. Contact: info@wcbh.org; main phone options vary by location.
Clinic Type
Behavioral Health
Address
Administrative Department 85 Mechanic Street Suite C2-1 Box A-10 Lebanon NH 03766; Development Office 85 Mechanic Street Suite C2-1 Box A-10 Lebanon NH 03766; Adult Outpatient Services Rivermill Commercial Center 85 Mechanic Street
Phone
603-448-5610 (Rivermill/Commercial Center: 85 Mechanic Street 603-448-5610)
kpedercini@wcbh.org
Opening Hours
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 08.00 am - 05.00 pm
Website
Telehealth
Note: 988 crisis line and telehealth options referenced; no explicit telehealth availability stated
Emergency Care
24/7 Crisis Services; 24/7 Mobile Crisis Response 833-710-6477; National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 988 (call or text)
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
New Clients/Intake Line
603-542-5128
24/7 Crisis Services
833-710-6477
Awards & Accreditations
Social Media
Photos
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Rehab.com: 3/5 stars (14 reviews (Rehab.com))
Patients praise
- Helpful and understanding therapists
- Effective management of personal mental health issues
- Community-focused mental health provider
Common complaints
- Perceived lack of patient-centered care
- Concerns regarding staff professionalism
- Criticisms of service speed and financial motives
"I feel like I have my life back. My therapist at WCBH listened and understood me. She helped me get to a place where I can manage things and not feel so..."
— West Central Behavioral Health website testimonial"Don’t go here unless you want to be blamed when you can’t figure out how to solve your issues on your own. Very ableist"
— Rehab.com reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- West Central plans to consolidate Claremont operations on two Broad Street properties - Valley News — Jul 22, 2025
- West Central Behavioral Health purchases properties in Claremont to consolidate and enhance services | Business | unionleader.com — Jul 27, 2025
- Planning Board approves West Central's new site plan - Valley News — Apr 15, 2026
- Claremont Planning Board approves plan for new West Central facility | NH Community Behavioral Health Association — Apr 15, 2026
- A proven path forward for New Hampshire’s mental health crisis - NH Business Review — Feb 13, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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Summary: The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is the state government agency based in Concord, NH, focused on mental health, developmental disabilities, substance abuse, and public health. It is the largest NH state agency, founded in 1900, with a presence in Concord and a broader mission to provide mental health services among others. For matters related to mental health in Claremont or statewide, DHHS is the primary state resource, including programs, services, and funding opportunities. Contact: 800-735-2964. Website: dhhs.nh.gov.
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