About Akron VA Clinic
Akron VA Clinic is a Veterans Affairs outpatient substance use treatment program in Akron, Ohio providing addiction care and mental health services with integrated medical support for veterans.
The clinic's approach is veteran-centered by matching counseling and group therapy as well as medication and peer support to each veteran's recovery needs.
Veteran-Focused MAT and Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Care typically begins with regular outpatient counseling or intensive outpatient treatment and may include medication-assisted treatment with methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone.
Dual diagnosis care is available for veterans managing PTSD and trauma, anxiety, or depression alongside substance use.
Clients can expect evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing using Matrix Model with relapse prevention, 12-step facilitation, and trauma-related counseling.
Counseling, peer support, and telehealth options help veterans stay connected to recovery.
Quick Facts About Akron VA Clinic
- Location: West Waterloo Road in Akron, Ohio, part of VA Northeast Ohio health care
- Levels of care: Outpatient, intensive outpatient, MAT, aftercare, and co-occurring disorder treatment
- Who they treat: Veterans and military-connected adults, including young, adult, and older populations
- Approach: CBT, motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, trauma-informed care, and peer support
- Payment options: Free for veterans; Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and private insurance
- Access features: Virtual visits, wheelchair availability, and DAV van transportation support
