Premier Behavioral Health Services provides therapy, intensive outpatient programs (IOP), and medication management for adolescents and adults in Mentor, Ohio.

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Crisis Support

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or needs immediate assistance, the following resources are available:

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for confidential support 24 hours a day.

Lake County Crisis & Information Line
Dial 211 to reach the Lake County help line for information and connections to local services.

Emergency Services
If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

Community Mental Health Resources

The following organizations provide education, support, and information related to mental health and well-being.

Lake County ADAMHS Board
Provides information about behavioral health resources and services available throughout Lake County.
https://helpthatworks.us

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Offers educational materials and community support resources for individuals and families navigating mental health concerns.
https://www.nami.org

Mental Health America
Provides educational resources about mental health, prevention, and wellness.
https://www.mhanational.org

Emotional Regulation Skills: Taking Back the Driver’s Seat
Tony McMahon Tony McMahon

Emotional Regulation Skills: Taking Back the Driver’s Seat

When emotions feel like they are driving your life, it can be hard to pause and choose how you want to respond. Emotional regulation is not about eliminating feelings. It is a skill you can practice to reduce reactivity, build stability, and take back the driver’s seat.

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Stop Managing the Crisis: Start Building a Life You Want to Stay In
Tony McMahon Tony McMahon

Stop Managing the Crisis: Start Building a Life You Want to Stay In

If your life feels like constant crisis management, you’re not alone. Coping skills help you get through difficult moments, but they are not the end goal. A meaningful life requires more than just surviving—it requires building. By focusing on stability, values, relationships, and small positive experiences, it’s possible to move beyond survival mode and begin creating a life that feels worth staying in.

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The Space Between Us: Staying Connected While Parenting a Teen
Tony McMahon Tony McMahon

The Space Between Us: Staying Connected While Parenting a Teen

Parenting a teen can feel like losing connection just when it matters most. As independence grows, communication shifts—but this distance is part of development. The key isn’t control, it’s how you show up. And when challenges begin to impact functioning or safety, additional support can help.

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Structure as a Lifeline: When Weekly Therapy Isn’t Enough
Tony McMahon Tony McMahon

Structure as a Lifeline: When Weekly Therapy Isn’t Enough

You leave therapy motivated—but the week starts, and the same patterns repeat. When getting started, following through, or staying on track feels harder than it should, it may be time for more support. Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP) provides structured, consistent care to help you apply skills in real-life moments—so change actually sticks.

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