Behavioral Health

Support for youth and families closer to home

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When youth need extra care, staying connected to family, school and routines can make a meaningful difference.

Genesis Behavioral Health opened a Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (YCSU) for youth ages 10 to 17, offering a place where young people can receive mental health support close to home.

The program provides short-term behavioral healthcare in a safe, welcoming environment to help youth build coping skills, stay engaged and take positive steps forward with the support of their families and care teams.

The two-week program provides youth with individualized support, including:

Individual and group therapy
Trauma-informed care
Educational and social activities
On-site classroom teacher
Planning for continued care after discharge

Care keeps families connected.

Learn more about the Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit at genesishcs.org/ycsu.

Learn more Call: (740) 454-5899

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Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit outdoor recreation area

The Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit at Genesis Behavioral Health provides short-term mental health support close to home for ages 10 to 17. Youth receive individualized care in a safe environment where they can build coping skills, participate in therapy and prepare for a successful transition to the next stage of recovery.

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The future of behavioral health

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Expanding access for our community

Genesis provides compassionate behavioral health services for people looking for support. Reaching out is an important step for yourself and those you care about. Our team helps connect patients with the right care, whether it is inpatient, outpatient or support during a difficult time.

1,232

Inpatients served.

2,670

Outpatients served.

3,902

Total patients served.

371 patients served through community benefit programs.

Behavioral Health Connection

To help people connect to local care, Genesis and Allwell Behavioral Health Services opened a call center.

Behavioral Health Connection, started in 2025, offers help with non‑urgent mental health and substance use needs. The call center is available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to Muskingum County residents, with plans to expand to multiple counties. Patients can call 740-455-8028 or be referred by their physician.

Thanks to our community partners, as we work together to improve behavioral health

Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit

We began construction for the Genesis Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit in 2025. Opening in spring 2026, this new facility will offer short-term residential care for youth who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis.

The center will provide support close to home and help reduce the need for hospitalization or placement outside the county. It will also connect youth to ongoing support as part of their care plan to help reduce future crises.

In collaboration with the Muskingum Area Mental Health and Recovery Services Board, Genesis was awarded American Rescue Plan Act grant funding through the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health, making this project possible.