Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health & Addiction Recovery Partner in Steubenville
Lighthouse Counseling and Mediation Services Counseling and Mediation Services was founded to provide comprehensive treatment for individuals facing mental health challenges and substance use disorders. Our approach addresses the whole personmind, body, and spiritensuring clients build a sustainable foundation for recovery. With a focus on personalized care, we collaborate closely with each client to develop tailored recovery plans that align with their unique needs and belief systems. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our CARF International accreditation, which underscores our dedication to quality and transparency. We empower clients to establish sober support networks through community engagement, including church participation and twelve-step programs. Our core values of individual dignity, teamwork, and service orientation guide every aspect of our work, fostering an environment of mutual respect and support.Serving Jefferson and Columbiana Counties, we operate offices in Steubenville and Salem, Ohio, offering flexible hours to accommodate diverse client needs. Our team of licensed professionals and certified specialists brings extensive experience in addiction recovery, youth programs, and mental health counseling. By prioritizing holistic healing over punitive measures, we create nurturing spaces where clients feel safe to share their truths and pursue lasting change. Our programs, including Intensive Outpatient and youth-focused initiatives, reflect our mission to be the community's trusted provider of mental health and addiction care.
Services
Intensive Outpatient Program
Relapse Prevention Group
Individual Counseling
Kidz Adventure Group
Transforming Youth Group
Highlights and features
- CARF International-accredited treatment programs ensuring quality standards
- Experienced team of licensed counselors and certified specialists
- Personalized recovery plans addressing individual needs and belief systems
- Integrated approach combining mental health and addiction treatment
- Community-based youth programs with structured summer activities
Associations and certifications
- CARF International
Services
Intensive Outpatient Program
Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) provides structured treatment for clients addicted to drugs and/or alcohol. The program requires 30 three-hour sessions held three times weekly, focusing on relapse prevention and recovery skills. Designed for individuals in opioid treatment programs, this evidence-based approach combines group therapy with personalized care to support long-term sobriety.
Relapse Prevention Group
This twelve-session program helps clients maintain sobriety after completing IOP or demonstrating initial recovery success. Through group therapy sessions, participants develop coping strategies to prevent relapse while addressing underlying mental health concerns. The program emphasizes peer support and practical techniques for sustaining recovery.
Individual Counseling
Personalized counseling sessions address mental health and substance use disorders through tailored treatment plans. Clients work one-on-one with licensed counselors during regular or after-hours appointments, focusing on symptom management and recovery goals. Sessions last one hour with flexible scheduling to accommodate client needs.
Kidz Adventure Group
This structured summer program supports children with ADHD, oppositional defiance disorder, or behavioral challenges through twice-weekly group activities. Located in Steubenville, sessions teach anger management, social skills, and self-control through holistic learning. The program provides essential structure during school breaks to maintain functional stability.
Transforming Youth Group
Designed for adolescents aged 13-17, this program combines prevention education with relapse prevention strategies. Small group sessions led by licensed counselors address substance use risks and behavioral challenges. The curriculum focuses on building healthy coping mechanisms and positive decision-making skills for at-risk youth.
People
Kimberly Ford
Owner/CEO/Clinical Director
Kimberly Ford leads Lighthouse Counseling and Mediation Services Counseling and Mediation Services Counseling as Owner and Clinical Director, bringing extensive expertise in mental health and addiction treatment. With dual licensure in professional clinical counseling and chemical dependency counseling, she oversees clinical operations while working closely with clients.
Kyle Lewis
Clinical Counselor
Kyle Lewis joined Lighthouse Counseling and Mediation Services Counseling and Mediation Services after completing his internship at Franciscan University, where he earned his Master's in Clinical Counseling. As a full-time counselor, he specializes in individual therapy and supports clients through evidence-based mental health interventions.
Nicole Walker
Registered Nurse
Nicole Walker contributes her nursing expertise to Lighthouse Counseling and Mediation Services Counseling and Mediation Services's treatment team, providing patient-centered care since 2019. Her background in registered nursing enhances the organization's ability to address clients' physical and mental health needs comprehensively.
Courtney Brown
Director of Kidz Group
Courtney Brown directs the Kidz Adventure Group program, combining his Ohio State University education with military service experience. As a Peer Support Specialist, he develops community partnerships and structured activities to support youth mental health during summer months.
Leann Rocchio
Peer Supporter
Leann Rocchio provides community-based peer support with over seven years of personal recovery experience. As a former client, she offers unique insights while organizing therapeutic outings and teaching practical life skills to support long-term recovery success.
Questions
Do you accept new clients?
Yes, we currently accept new clients for all our treatment programs.
How soon can I schedule an assessment?
We typically schedule assessments within one to two days of initial contact.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept CareSource, Molina, Paramount Advantage, Buckeye, United Healthcare, and most private insurance plans.
Do you treat co-occurring mental health and addiction disorders?
Yes, our programs address both mental health concerns and substance use disorders simultaneously.
Are evening therapy sessions available?
Yes, we offer outpatient evening groups on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
Do you provide counseling for children and teens?
Yes, we offer specialized programs for children and adolescents including our Kidz Adventure Group.
