In recognition of Mental Health Month, Local 12’s What’s Happening in Health featured healthcare and behavioral health organizations from across the region to discuss the growing need for mental health support, treatment resources, and community awareness. During the May 17, 2026 segment, Rebecca Dickerscheid, Executive Director of Sojourner Recovery Services, joined host Meghan Mongillo to discuss anxiety, recovery, crisis intervention, and the vital role Community Health Alliance plays in serving Butler and Warren counties.

Dickerscheid highlighted Community Health Alliance’s comprehensive approach to behavioral health and recovery services through its family of organizations, including Sojourner Recovery Services and Transitional Living.

“Community Health Alliance is our parent company, and then we have two sister agencies, Sojourner Recovery Services and Transitional Living,” Dickerscheid explained. “We provide both substance use and mental health services in a variety of levels of care.”

Individualized Care for Every Journey

One of the key messages Dickerscheid shared during the interview was the importance of meeting people where they are and providing care tailored to their unique needs.

“We want to make sure people know that we are going to treat you as an individual for what level of care you really need,” she said.

Community Health Alliance offers a continuum of care that ranges from residential treatment to outpatient services. In addition to mental health and substance use treatment, the organization also provides support for individuals experiencing gambling disorders and co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges.

Answering the Call Through 988

The interview also highlighted Community Health Alliance’s role as one of Ohio’s 19 certified 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline centers. Every day, trained professionals answer calls from individuals seeking support, guidance, or immediate crisis intervention.

Dickerscheid explained that callers do not need to be experiencing a severe emergency to reach out.

“Our trained professionals receive extensive training to be able to answer whatever that call is,” she said. “Those can range from everyday occurrences to really big emergencies like suicide.”

She emphasized that 988 is available for anyone who needs support, whether they are facing a crisis, struggling with their mental health, or simply need someone to talk to.

Recovery Support Beyond Treatment

As Executive Director of Sojourner Recovery Services, Dickerscheid discussed the organization’s commitment to supporting individuals throughout their recovery journey. Services include individual therapy, group therapy, peer support, and specialized treatment for individuals experiencing both substance use and mental health disorders.

She also reminded viewers that recovery is not always a straight path.

“Recovery is not linear,” Dickerscheid noted while encouraging individuals and families to seek help whenever they need it.

To support long-term success, Community Health Alliance offers aftercare services that allow individuals to reconnect with treatment and support if new challenges arise.

Mental Health Awareness Starts with Access

Mental Health Month serves as an important reminder that help is available and recovery is possible. Through mental health treatment, recovery services, crisis intervention, and ongoing support, Community Health Alliance remains committed to ensuring individuals and families throughout the region have access to the care they need.

For more information about Community Health Alliance, its mental health and recovery services, or available treatment options, look through our website or call (513) 896-8300.

To view the complete What’s Happening in Health Mental Health Month segment featuring Community Health Alliance and other regional organizations, visit Local 12’s coverage.