Recovery is not a single moment. It is a series of small, steady choices that add up over time. Some days feel easy. Other days feel heavy. Both are part of the process. If you or someone you love is thinking about a change, you do not have to figure it out alone. Seneca Health Services is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center serving southeastern West Virginia, with a full range of mental health and substance use services that meet people where they are. 

Your first step can be simple

Getting started can feel overwhelming, so we make the first step straightforward. You can call our 24/7 crisis and access line at 888-SENECA9 (888-736-3229) to talk with someone who will listen and help you plan next steps. We accept new client walk-ins, and we offer appointments in person at our clinics or by telehealth on your own device. You can choose what feels safest and most convenient. 

Care that fits your life

No two recovery journeys look the same. That is why we personalize care. Our team includes psychiatrists, physician assistants, therapists, nurses, case managers, and peer support professionals. Together, we design a plan that matches your needs, no more and no less than what is helpful. Care can include counseling, medication support, crisis help, and links to community resources. It can also include practical help with routines, relationships, employment, and housing. 

Treatment options you can expect

Therapy that is evidence based. Individual and group therapy give you tools to manage cravings, cope with stress, repair relationships, and rebuild daily structure. We use approaches that research shows can help people reduce use and strengthen recovery skills. Therapy is available for adults and youth. It can also support family members and caregivers.

Medication-assisted treatment, when appropriate. For some people, adding medications to reduce cravings or withdrawal symptoms improves stability and safety. At Seneca, medication support is available within intensive outpatient and other structured programs. These services are paired with counseling and skills training, so you are building strength in more than one way. 

Peer recovery support. Many people find it powerful to talk with someone who has walked a similar path. Peer recovery coaches share practical tools, offer hope, and help you stick with your plan when life gets noisy. They can also connect you with groups and activities that support sober living. 

Residential and withdrawal management services. When you need more support than outpatient care can provide, Crosswinds Center in Maxwelton provides short-term crisis stabilization and medically managed withdrawal for alcohol, benzodiazepines, and opioids.

24/7 crisis services. If things change fast, help is available at any hour. Our crisis team can support you by phone and connect you to in-person care when needed. Keep 888-SENECA9 in your phone. Share it with a friend who might need it.

Integrated care for mental health and substance use

Substance use and mental health often overlap. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and other concerns can make change harder. At Seneca, we treat the whole person. Your plan can address both substance use and mental health at the same time, which improves outcomes and lowers relapse risk. Our clinicians use proven methods and coordinate care across services so you are not repeating your story over and over. 

Care close to home

Seneca maintains clinics in Greenbrier, Nicholas, Pocahontas, and Webster counties. Staying local matters. It keeps support connected to your real life, your family, and your work. It also makes it easier to step up or step down in intensity as your needs change. You can start with what fits now, then adjust with your team as you grow. 

How to prepare for your first visit

Bring a list of medications, any recent medical or counseling records, and your questions. Think about your goals for the next week, the next month, and the next six months. If you are not sure what your goals are, that is normal. Your clinician will help you define clear, realistic steps. Seneca bills Medicaid, Medicare, and most major insurances, and we will discuss costs and options up front so there are no surprises.

What recovery can look like

Recovery looks like fewer crises and more calm mornings. It looks like learning what triggers you and what steadies you. It looks like showing up for appointments, practicing skills, and giving yourself credit for small wins. It looks like having people in your corner who will celebrate progress and problem-solve setbacks. Most of all, it looks like building a life that makes sobriety worth it.

Ready when you are

If you want to talk about treatment options, call 888-SENECA9 (888-736-3229). If you prefer to start online, visit our website to learn more and find a location near you. NEED HELP NOW? Experiencing or know someone experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis – No need to go to an office or hospital, WE WILL COME TO YOU! Call us at 1-888-SENECA9 (1-888-736-3229). Available 24/7.Please call 911 for active overdoses and other medical emergencies.