People Acting to Help (PATH)

Substance Use and Mental Health
Outpatient
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(153)
Unclaimed
Insurance

Balancing mental health treatment with school, work, parenting, and daily responsibilities becomes more manageable when services remain flexible and connected to everyday life. In Philadelphia, People Acting to Help ( PATH) supports clients continuing treatment without putting daily life on hold by offering flexible and accessible support. The center provides outpatient behavioral health, medication management, telehealth, and community-based services for children, teens and adults.

Teaching Minds to Stay Steady

Children and adolescents ages 5-17, along with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, impulsive behavior, school-related difficulties and substance use concerns, first meet privately with providers for assessments, evaluations and treatment planning. These initial interactions with providers give a clearer picture of each client’s emotional, behavioral and mental health needs before services begin. After developing individualized plans, therapists help young clients understand what increases worry, frustration, anger or panic while teaching coping skills that improve emotional control, communication, and behavior at home, in school and around peers. Family sessions also help caregivers set consistent expectations and respond more efficiently during stressful situations.

PATH’s 24/7 Support for Severe Mental Illness

PATH’s Assertive Community Team (ACT) provides intensive community-based mental health support for adults with severe and persistent mental illness affecting housing, safety, and treatment stability. Instead of relying mainly on in-person visits, a different team delivers services directly in homes and community settings, helping clients manage symptoms, medication, crisis situations, substance use and daily responsibilities where challenges usually take place. The also offers 24/7 crisis support, family education and assistance with communication, employment and independent living skills.

Renaissance Support and Language-Based Care

Adults recovering from mental illness or substance use challenges can join Renaissance, where they practice everyday skills, build confidence, and work toward goals involving jobs, relationships, and wellness. Russian-speaking clients and families can receive support in their preferred language so they can feel more comfortable speaking openly, asking questions, and taking a more active role in therapy and recovery.

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
1919 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111 View Map
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions....
Founded in 1973
53 years in business
Conditions We Treat
Anger, Bipolar, Gambling, Perinatal Mental Health +4 More
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Co-Occurring Disorders, Drug Addiction, Smoking Cessation
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MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT

Supportive Medication for Recovery

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is an evidence-based approach that pairs FDA-approved medications with counseling to treat addiction. The medications are used to reduce cravings, ease withdrawal symptoms, or block the effects of substances. More about MAT

Methadone

(Dolophine®, Methadose®)
Reduces opioid cravings
Not Available

Naltrexone

(Vivitrol®, Revia®)
Blocks opioid effects
Not Available

Buprenorphine

(Suboxone®, Subutex®, Sublocade®, Zubsolv®)
Eases opioid withdrawal
Not Available

This center accepts patients receiving MAT prescribed elsewhere for opioid use disorder, but does not provide MAT.

Note: Treatment centers offer different forms of MAT—such as oral tablets, dissolvable films, or monthly injections—and their policies can vary based on state regulations, provider preferences, and insurance coverage. Because of these differences, it's best to contact the center directly to learn what options are available and what might be right for your situation.

How to pay

Insurance Accepted

Private Pay Option

Cash Pay Rates

We don't have pricing information for this center. Please contact the center for more information.
Care Options

Levels of Care

Substance use and mental health issues can occur simultaneously or as primary conditions. Effective treatment explores how mental health conditions contribute to addiction, and vice-versa. Many rehabs treat substance use disorders and mental health conditions with personalized care plans.
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Detox
Not Offered at This Center
Typically the initial stage of treatment for substance use, focusing on medically supervised management of withdrawal symptoms.
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Residential
Not Offered at This Center
Residential programs for substance use and mental health with structured care and 24/7 monitoring. Treatment takes place on-site, with behavioral health professionals often providing care in group, individual, and family settings.
Not included
Sober Living
Not Offered at This Center
Transitional housing designed to support individuals recovering from substance use disorders offering a safe, supportive and structured environment for practicing long-term sobriety, while reintegrating back into daily living.
Included
Outpatient
Outpatient treatment offers flexible therapeutic and medical care without the need to stay overnight in a hospital or inpatient facility. Outpatient care typically offers a range of therapies and medical interventions individuals can attend alongside daily life.
Included
Virtual & In-Home Care
The delivery of therapeutic services utilizing technology such as video conferencing, online messaging or phone calls, allowing for flexibility, comfort and increased access to care.
Included
Licensed Primary Mental Health
Some primary care providers offer mental health diagnosis and treatment. This can prevent patients from developing more serious conditions.
Included
Co-Occurring Disorders
Substance use and mental health can occur simultaneously as co-occurring disorders. Treatment for co-occurring disorders involves therapy and other personalized interventions to address both conditions.
Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Schizophrenia
Alcohol
Co-Occurring Disorders
Drug Addiction

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Older Adults
Adolescents
Children
Young Adults
LGBTQ+
Men and Women
Girls

Approaches

Evidence-Based
Individual Treatment
Personalized Treatment

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Life Skills
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Motivational Interviewing
Online Therapy

Languages

English
Russian

Conditions We Treat

Anger
Bipolar
Gambling
Perinatal Mental Health
Personality Disorders
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Schizophrenia
Trauma

Substances We Treat

Alcohol
Co-Occurring Disorders
Drug Addiction
Smoking Cessation

Aftercare

Support Meetings
Recovery Coach
Outpatient Treatment
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Smoking and Vaping Policy

Smoking Allowed in Designated Areas
Vaping Allowed in Designated Areas
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

The following therapies are included: group therapy, 1-on-1 counseling and more.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
People Acting to Help (PATH) provides licensed primary mental health, virtual and more.

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