Resources
National Help Hotlines
Alcohol
Al-Anon for Families of Alcoholics
Automated meeting information
(1-888) 425-2666
Families Anonymous – 12-step program similar to Al-Anon, meeting information only:
(800) 736-9805
SAMHSA National Helpline
800-662-HELP (4357)
Child Abuse
The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
(800) 422-4453
Crisis & Suicide
Girls & Boys Town National Hotline
(800) 448-3000
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – For youth and adults
Dial 988
Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault
National Domestic Violence Hotline
(800) 799-7233
Rape, Sexual Assault, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN)
(800) 656-HOPE (4673)
Other
Disaster Distress Hotline (SAMHSA)
(800) 985-5990
National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders
1-630-577-1330
Shoplifters Anonymous
(800) 848-9595
Veteran’s Crisis Line
Dial 988 then press 1
Youthline
(877) 968-8491
Text TEEN2TEEN to 839863
Pregnancy
Planned Parenthood Hotline
(800) 230-PLAN (7526)
Running Away
National Runaway Safeline
800-RUN-AWAY
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
(800) 843-5678
Child Find of America Helpline
(800) 426-5678
Substance Use
SAMHSA’s National Helpline
988
Poison Control
(800) 222-1222
National Institute on Drug Abuse Hotline
(800) 662-4357
Cocaine Anonymous
(800) 347-8998
Local Support Groups
Cincinnati Crisis Response
Butler County Mobile Crisis Team and Consultation
CALL: 1-844-4CRISIS (1-844-427-4747)
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Hamilton County Psychiatric Mobile Response Team – University Hospital: Psychiatry
Provides a psychiatric emergency room and mobile crisis unit trained to respond to mental health emergencies.
Phone: (513) 584-8577
Address: 231 Bethesda Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45267
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Abuse & Domestic Violence Support Groups
Trasnform Adult Program
YWCA of Greater Cincinnati
Batterers’ Intervention & Prevention Program (for men).
898 Walnut Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-361-2129
Transform@ywcacin.org
www.ywcacincinnati.org
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Women Helping Women
A Domestic Violence Support Group
Multiple groups offered
Call for location, dates, times and more information: 513-381-5610
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IKRON Women’s Group
Discussion of relationship problems, surviving violence and abuse, family issues and women’s roles. All women seeking support are welcome. Need to register and complete application.
Call IKRON to register and obtain more information:
513-621-1117 www.ikron.org​
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Addiction Support Groups
Celebrate Recovery
Christian-based 12-step recovery program for alcoholics, co-dependents, people with eating disorders, sexual addictions, anger, dealing with past or current physical or sexual abuse issues, etc. Several groups in Cincinnati, Butler Co., Warren Co., and Clermont Co.
See website for group locations, dates, and times: www.celebraterecovery.com
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Debtors Anonymous
Support group for those who think they personally may have a problem with debt and/or spending.
Contact: 800-421-2383, new@debtorsanonymous.org
Gamblers Anonymous
Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from a gambling problem. Only requirement for membership is a desire to stop gambling.
Contact for dates, times, locations and more information:
1-888-746-4942
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SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training)
Helps people recover from all types of addictive behaviors (substances and activities) by teaching how to change self-defeating thinking, emotions, and actions; and to work towards long-term satisfactions and quality of life. SMART is an alternative to Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous.
Contact for times, dates, locations and more information: (440) 951-5357
www.smartrecovery.org
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Anger Management Support Groups
​CAN Program
YWCA of Greater Cincinnati
Batterers’ Intervention & Prevention Program (for adult males and females). Provides help in learning more effective ways to manage anger in order to lead violence free lives.
898 Walnut Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Contact office coordinator for cost, dates, times, information and referral form 513-361-2129
www.ywcacincinnati.org
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SAFE Group IKRON- Discussions about anger management, stress and frustration. Find encouragement and learn new ways to handle difficulties in your life. Must register to attend.
513-621-1117
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Anxiety/Panic Disorder Support Groups
Agoraphobics Building Independent Lives
(859) 940-3843
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Anxiety/Panic Disorder Support Group
For people who suffer from anxiety or panic attacks who want to network, share resource,s and learn new coping skills.
Christ Hospital, Level A, Classroom #7 by the Cafeteria
2139 Auburn Ave.
Cincinnati, OH
Contact for more information: Sheila Sims, Mental Health Association: 513-721-2910 ext.12 or by email at: anxietysupport1@aol.com
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Bipolar Support Groups
Bipolar Disorder Support Group
Christ Hospital, Level A, Classroom #3, by Cafeteria
2139 Auburn Ave.
Cincinnati, Oh 45219
Contact Sheila Sims at Mental Health Association for more information: 513-721-2910 ext. 12
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Depression Bipolar Support Alliance of Cincinnati (DBSA)
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Depression & Bipolar Support Group
Recovery Center of Hamilton County
2340 Auburn Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45219
Contact: Ken Jones, 513-485-5438 or Robin Roland, 513-545-8842
https://www.recoverycenterhc.org/
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Borderline Personality Disorder Support Groups
Borderline Personality Disorder Support Group
Hosted by the Red Umbrella Advocacy Group to share experiences, support, knowledge and skills. Trained facilitators also suffering with BPD.
Recovery Center of Hamilton County
2340 Auburn Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45219
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Codependency Support Groups
CoDA 12 Step Group
Fellowship of men and women whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships. We gather together to support and share with each other in a journey of self-discovery — learning to love the self.
4234 Hamilton Avenue, Annex Building
Cincinnati, Ohio 45223
513.549.2405
www.coda.org
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Depression Support Groups
Depression Support Group
The discussion group is an open group, accepting new members every session, for anyone interested in sharing insights or ways of dealing with their depression. Also men & women specific groups available. Please call to sign up before attending.
IKRON
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Depression Support Group
Recovery Center
2340 Auburn Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45219
For more information, contact: Chris Pedoto 513-241-1411
https://www.recoverycenterhc.org/​​​​
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Eating Disorder Support Groups
Eating Disorders Support Group
ANAD, Anorexia Nervosa & Associated Disabilities.
For more information about ANAD, call: 847-831-3438.
Call for specific information about the local support group.
Health Alliance, Out-Patient Behavioral Services (Campus of old Jewish Hospital)
3200 Burnet Avenue
Union Street Pavilion, 2nd Floor
Cincinnati, OH
Call Jenny: 513-207-3010 or Greg: 513-531-8727
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Overeaters Anonymous
12 step program for anyone with compulsive eating habits who wants to change.
Many times and locations around Cincinnati.
Call: 513-921-1922 or check website: www.oa.org
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Grief Support Groups
Bereavement and Grief Support Group
Mercy Hospital – Anderson
Support group for individuals who have suffered a significant loss through death.
Medical Office Building
Ground floor, Conference Room A
7500 State Road
Cincinnati, OH 45230
Contact: Chaplain Marty Hoffmann: 513-732-8383
https://recoveryconnections.hcph.org/discussion/202/general-greif-support-groups
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Bereavement Support Group
VITAS Innovative Hospice Care
Support group for those who have lost persons through death or illness and who are seeking support from others.
11500 Northlake Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45229
Call Ted Haddix: 513-742-6310
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Compassionate Friends East Chapter
For parents and adult family members who have experienced the death of a child, sibling or grandchild.
St. Timothy Episcopal Church
8101 Beechmont Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45255
Contact for more information: Lindsay (513) 652-7470
www.compassionatefriends.org
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Compassionate Friends North Chapter
Spring Grove Funeral Home
11285 Princeton Pike
Cincinnati Ohio 45246
Contact for more information: Karen (513) 207-8714 or Ed (513) 518-9358
or https://www.tcfcincinnatinorth.org/
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Fernside, Supporting Children & Families Through Grief
A place of comfort and support for children and teens, and their families who have had a significant death in the family.
Call for dates, times, locations and more information: 513-745-0111
www.fernside.org​
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Grief Support Groups
Hospice of Cincinnati
For those who have lost a loved one from any cause. Various Groups available.
Contact 513-246-9208 or email: bereavementreferral@trihealth.com for dates, times, locations and more information.
www.hospiceofcincinnati.org
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Motherless Daughters Network
Support for women who have lost their mothers.12 week class also offered.
Montgomery Community Church
11251 Montgomery Road
Montgomery, OH
Contact: Mary Ellen Collins: 513-677-5064
https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/services
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New Day Support Group
Good Shepherd Church
A nine-week grief support group offered for anyone who has lost a loved one. Minimal charge, scholarships available. Offered several times during the year.
Good Shepherd Church
8815 E. Kemper Rd.
Cincinnati, OH 45249
Contact Kathy Teipen for date, time and registration: 513-474-6907
https://good-shepherd.org/grief-support
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LGBTQIA+ Support Groups
Cincinnati Youth Group
The Center Support group for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and straight young people, ages 13 to 21. Meetings and activities allow youth the opportunity to meet other young people in the area for friendship and support. Provides an open and confidential forum where youth can share ideas, thoughts, and issues affecting their lives.
The Community Center
4119 Hamilton Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45223
Call: 513-684-8405
website: www.glbtcentercincinnati.com
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PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)
Support group open to parents, family and friends of gays, lesbians, bisexuals, and transgender persons, as well as to gays, lesbians, bisexuals, and transgender persons. Meetings include support discussions and often a program.
Mount Auburn Presbyterian Church
103 William Howard Taft
Cincinnati, OH 45219
For more information contact: 513-721-7900
www.pflagcinci.org
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Support Groups
OCD Anonymous
Self-help support group for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
Clifton United Methodist Church
3416 Clifton Ave
Cincinnati, Ohio 45220
$1 donation
Call Tami: 513-479-8660
Pet Loss Support Groups
Pet Loss Phone Support Line
Ohio State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Phone support for those who have experienced the death of a pet. Handled by volunteers, daily 6:30 – 9:30 pm, and weekends, 10:00 – 4:00 pm
Call: 614-292-1823
vmc.vet.osu.edu/resources/pet-loss-support​​
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Sexual Abuse & Assault Support Groups
​Sexual Assault Survivors Group
Women Helping Women
Open and ongoing support group for women ages 18 and older who have been sexually assaulted, abused, or raped in their lifespan. No child care.
For more information, call: 513-977-5541 or the 24 hour crisis line: 513-381-5610
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Substance Use Support Groups
Al-Anon Adult Children of Alcoholics
A twelve step program for women and men who grew up in alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional homes and who meet to find freedom from the past and ways to improve today.
ACOA Tri County Center
2051 East Kemper Road
Cincinnati, OH (just east of I-75)
Call: 513-771-4070 or email: info@cincinnatiafg.org
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Cincinnati Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous
Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism
Contact for dates, times, locations and more information 513-351-0422 or www.aacincinnati.org
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Family Education/Intervention
Alcoholism Council of the Cincinnati Area
Training for families, co-workers and others who wish to confront the behavior patterns and denial of a loved one’s alcohol and/or drug use. 4 week series. There is a fee.
2828 Vernon Place
Cincinnati, OH. 45219
Call for cost, registration and more information: 513-281-7880
www.alcoholismcouncil.org
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Men’s Relapse Prevention Group
Alcoholism Council of the Cincinnati Area
Support group for men who are recovering from, seeking treatment for, or the prevention of alcoholism. Addresses issues such as domestic violence, co-dependent relationships, balancing recovery, sexuality and intimacy, parenting, communication and anger management. Sliding scale fee.
2828 Vernon Place
Cincinnati, OH. 45219
Contact for cost, registration and more information 513-281-7880
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Nar-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc.
Nar-Anon is a twelve-step program designed to help relatives and friends of addicts recover from the effects of living with an addicted relative or friend.
Multiple meeting locations around the city.
Contact for more information: 800-477-6291 or wso@nar-anon.org
www.nar-anon.org
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Greater Cincinnati Area Service Committee of Narcotics Anonymous
12-step recovery group for men and women for whom drugs have become a major problem.
Many groups available in greater Cincinnati area.
Contact for dates, times, locations and more information:
513-820-2947 or https://www.nacincinnati.com/index.php/homepage
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Queen City Group
A 12-step program based on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. We strive to provide a safe and sober environment for the lesbian or gay alcoholic where she or he can pursue a program of recovery amid our supportive, friendly fellowship.
Check website for meetings:
https://aacincinnati.org/meetings/?meeting=queen-city-group-lgbt-2
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Women For Sobriety
This program is designed especially for women who abuse alcohol or other substances. The program is a guided journey from self-defeating behavior and attitudes to feelings of confidence, power and self-worth.
Meeting Day & Time: Wednesdays - 7:00 pm
Contact 1047@womenforsobriety.org to attend
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Women’s Relapse Prevention
Alcoholism Council of the Cincinnati Area
Support group for women who are recovering from, seeking treatment for, or the prevention of alcoholism. Addresses issues such as domestic violence, co-dependent relationships, balancing recovery, sexuality and intimacy, parenting, communication and anger management. Sliding scale fee.
2828 Vernon Place
Cincinnati, OH. 45219
Contact Sherri for cost, registration and more information 513-281-7880
www.alcoholismcouncil.org
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Schizophrenia Support Group
Schizophrenics Anonymous Support Group:
Recovery Center
2340 Auburn Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45219.
For more information, call Chris Pedoto: 513-241-1411
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Suicide Support Group
Survivors after Suicide
A peer led open support group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide.
Many meetings happen around the city. Use the "Meeting Finder" on https://afsp.org/find-a-support-group/ to find a location near you.
www.afsp.org​