Letter from the CEO and Chair of the Board

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At Central Clinic Behavioral Health, we believe that hope is not just a feeling. It is a starting point. For many of the individuals and families we serve, that starting point can be as simple and as powerful as making the first call, walking through our doors, or being met with compassion in a moment of need. It is the point where uncertainty begins to give way to possibility, and where healing can truly begin. This year’s annual report reflects that belief in action.

At the center of our work are the clients we empower each day. Behind every data point is a person working toward a healthier future; someone choosing courage, seeking support, and taking meaningful steps forward. We are proud to stand beside them on that journey, providing the care, tools, and encouragement needed to move from that starting point toward lasting stability and wellness.

Message from the President/CEO and Chair of the Board

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As spring turned into summer, and the days grew longer and brighter, Central Clinic personnel have had a lot to celebrate. So much happened across our divisions, allowing us to strengthen the overall client experience, and our impact on those we serve.

In May, we brought everyone together for our inaugural Wellness Picnic at Sharon Woods. It was an afternoon where our staff and their families had the opportunity to share great conversations, music, lots of laughter and tie-dying too! This beautiful day exemplified our core values in action and further strengthened our organizational culture. We will continue to highlight the importance of caring for our personnel.

A workplace where personnel feel valued and inspired leads to great successes. Central Clinic has been awarded TOP Workplace for 2025. Being one of a select group of non-profits that received this distinguished award, this high honor reflects our positive company culture. Our team further shined at Cincinnati’s Top Workplace Awards Celebration by bringing home the Spirit Award. Collectively our passion continues, and together we inspire meaningful change.

As we adapt and innovate to meet the changing needs of the communities that we serve, we remain grateful to our supportive board of trustees, generous donors, dedicated personnel, trusted community partners, and the individuals and families we serve. Thank you for being a part of our journey.

Cincinnati, OH (December 14, 2020) – bi3, Bethesda Inc.’s grantmaking initiative, has awarded $50,000 to Central Clinic Behavioral Health for building capacity, educating clinicians and telehealth training.

“In today’s environment, it is important that the behavioral health therapists stay up-to-date with the latest technology to interact with patients,” says Dr. Walter S. Smitson, Central Clinic Behavioral Health president and CEO. “Thanks to the generosity of bi3, Central Clinic will be able to prepare for future ways that behavioral health services, including mental health and substance abuse services, are delivered and help even more individuals who need these services.”

CINCINNATI – Central Clinic Behavioral Health has received a $50,000 grant from the John A. Schroth Family Charitable Trust, PNC Charitable Trust. This grant will fund all services delivered in the Adult Services division. The adults served are in distress, diverse and lack access to mental health services due to income or other reasons. These services are offered both in person and by telehealth. The grant funds will be used to help clients now as well as after the pandemic.