Forward Health Ohio
Ohio’s Premier Midwest Outpatient Center For Addiction & Mental Health.
Welcome to Forward Health Ohio.
Our Ohio rehab center represents the next evolution of outpatient care in Columbus, Ohio. Situated within a tranquil Midwest setting, our facility serves as a professional sanctuary for those transitioning back into a life of purpose and sobriety. We provide a clinically advanced, private environment specifically designed for individuals who require intensive therapeutic support without the total isolation of a residential stay. Whether you are stepping down from a higher level of care or seeking a high-intensity outpatient program in Central Ohio, our team delivers evidence-based excellence in a setting that prioritizes your dignity and long-term success.
What to expect
A New Standard for Mental Health & Addiction Recovery in Ohio
At Forward Health Ohio, we bridge the gap between clinical intervention and real-world application. Our approach is built on the belief that outpatient care should be just as rigorous and supportive as inpatient treatment, providing the structure you need to heal while remaining connected to your community.
Our Signature Standards include:
- Physician-Led Multidisciplinary Team: Our staff consists of board-certified medical directors and licensed psychiatric professionals specializing in outpatient stabilization right here in Columbus.
- Gold-Standard Accreditation: As a Joint Commission and JCAHO-compliant facility, we adhere to the most stringent national safety and transparency protocols in the Ohio treatment landscape.
- Modern Therapeutic Modalities: Your recovery is driven by proven science, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and specialized trauma-informed frameworks.
- Integrated Dual-Diagnosis Mastery: We are experts in treating the whole person, addressing substance use alongside co-occurring mental health disorders like depression, anxiety, and PTSD simultaneously.
- Strategic Aftercare Planning: We focus on the life after treatment, providing comprehensive alumni support and relocation assistance to ensure your transition is permanent.
Advanced Outpatient Support For Your And Your Loved Ones
High-Intensity Outpatient Care & Dual Diagnosis Support in Central Ohio
While many facilities offer basic counseling, Forward Health Ohio provides a structured, medically-backed continuum of outpatient care. Our programs are designed to provide a safety net of clinical support as you navigate the challenges of early recovery.
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
Our premier day-treatment track in Columbus provides full-day clinical immersion, including psychiatric oversight and intensive therapy.
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
A sophisticated, flexible recovery track designed to integrate with your professional or educational schedule while providing several hours of structured support per week.
Integrated Dual-Diagnosis Support
We provide specialized care for those navigating substance use alongside mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, or PTSD.
Aftercare & Almuni
Our aftercare and alumni support help individuals stay connected after treatment, offering ongoing guidance and resources that reinforce long-term recovery and continued growth.
While Forward Health Ohio focuses on premier outpatient solutions (PHP and IOP), Adaptive Care Network provides immediate access to high-acuity medical detox and residential inpatient treatment through our sister facilities nationwide. We handle all travel logistics and clinical hand-offs internally, ensuring that if you require a higher level of stabilization before starting your outpatient journey in Ohio, the transition is seamless and your care remains consistent.
Don’t Navigate This Journey Alone.
Our Columbus admissions team is available 24/7 to provide a 100% confidential assessment and verify your insurance coverage. Start your path to recovery today.
TOUR GALLERY
Step inside Forward Health Ohio
Experience an environment created with your comfort and recovery in mind. Every detail of our Groveport center reflects care and serenity, offering a welcoming atmosphere where you can focus on healing and renewal. Explore our spaces and see how Forward Health blends professional excellence with genuine compassion.
Comprehensive Care for Complex Needs
Substances and Conditions We Treat
at Forward Health Ohio
At Forward Health Ohio, we provide expert treatment for a wide range of substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Our clinical approach is rooted in both compassion and evidence, giving clients the individualized care they need to heal physically, emotionally, and mentally. We integrate medical stabilization with therapeutic support to ensure a safe transition from active addiction to long-term wellness. Our licensed addiction specialists and medical team are trained to provide high-quality care for a broad spectrum of substances and mental health disorders, including:
Substance Abuse Disorders
Mental Health Disorders
- Anxiety Disorders
- ADHD
- Bipolar Disorders
- Depression
- PTSD/Trauma
- Process Addictions
- Personality Disorder
- Schizophrenia
No matter where you are in your recovery journey, our team is here to provide the structure and support you need to move forward.
Testimonials from our clients
Real Journeys. Genuine Healing. Lasting Change.
We believe every story reflects courage, compassion, and transformation. Each individual who walks through our doors begins a journey toward renewal, guided by care, surrounded by understanding, and supported every step of the way. These stories are a testament to the healing that unfolds when dedication meets hope and when lives begin to move forward again.
Where Luxury Meets Clinical Excellence
At Forward Health Ohio, we believe that the environment is a vital component of the recovery process. Our facility is designed to provide a serene, professional atmosphere that balances the comforts of a modern retreat with the specialized spaces required for deep therapeutic work. By providing premium amenities alongside a diverse range of clinical modalities, we empower our clients to focus entirely on their personal growth and long-term wellness.
Signature Amenities
- Private Therapy Rooms: Peaceful, distraction-free spaces for focused healing.
- Telehealth Accessibility: Secure virtual sessions for flexible, convenient care.
- Employment Support Center: Resources and coaching for career readiness and reintegration.
- Life Skills and Financial Coaching: Build independence with guided personal development workshops.
- Wellness and Mindfulness Spaces: Quiet areas for meditation and stress relief.
Evidence-Based Clinical Therapies
- Individual Therapy: Weekly one-on-one sessions with licensed clinicians to address personal recovery goals.
- Group Processing: Specialized peer-led sessions focused on relapse prevention and shared experiences.
- Family Therapy: Healing the family unit through guided communication and education.
- CBT & DBT Modalities: Proven behavioral frameworks to build emotional regulation and coping skills.
- Trauma-Informed Care: Addressing the root causes of addiction through specialized psychiatric support.
Expert Clinical Care from People Who Truly Care
Meet the Forward Health Ohio Team
David Palumbo, LSW
Executive Director
LSW Executive Director, Forward Health David Palumbo is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Ohio with over 8 years of experience in the behavioral health field. Throughout his career, David has specialized in supporting individuals with complex mental health and substance use challenges, with a strong focus on evidence-based interventions, recovery-oriented care, and community integration.As the Executive Director of Forward Health, David oversees organizational strategy, program development, and clinical compliance. Under his leadership, Forward Health has strengthened its commitment to providing compassionate, client-centered treatment and has expanded services to ensure individuals have access to comprehensive behavioral health care. David is known for his collaborative leadership style, dedication to staff development, and passion for creating systems that empower both clients and providers. His background as a front-line clinician informs his administrative vision, ensuring that Forward Health’s services remain rooted in real-world needs and best practices
David Palumbo
Amber VanDine, LPC
Clinical Director
Amber VanDine, LPC
Amber Van Dine, LPCC, PRSS, is a passionate clinical mental health professional with seven years of experience in the field and a strong focus on substance use and addiction treatment over the past four years. She holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary and is licensed as a Professional Clinical Counselor, as well as certified as a Peer Recovery Support Specialist. In her role as Clinical Director, Amber combines her clinical expertise with lived understanding and compassionate leadership to support individuals on their journey to recovery. Her work is rooted in creating a supportive, client-centered environment that promotes healing, growth, and lasting change.
Dr. Ferdinand Fojas, MD
Medical Director
Dr. Ferdinand Fojas, MD
Dr. Ferdinand Fojas is the Medical Director at Forward Health, bringing over 30 years of clinical experience to his role. A graduate of the University of Toledo Medical Center, Dr. Fojas has dedicated his career to serving patients across a range of settings, with a focus on mental health, addiction medicine, and emergency medicine. His comprehensive background and commitment to evidence-based care support Forward Health’s mission to deliver compassionate, integrated treatment for individuals facing complex health challenges. Dr. Fojas leads with a patient-centered approach, drawing on decades of hands-on experience to guide medical strategy, provider education, and quality care delivery.
Linda Nichols
Director of Housing
Linda Nichols
I love working with my staff and training them. Helping them reach they’re fullest potential. While being able to be committed to helping the clients in the houses. That’s their homes and they need to feel comfortable and safe. That’s where I gained the most insight in my treatment stay. Housing is where my passion is due to that. 9 1/2 years clean myself and in my free time I’m with my family, sober support, and my two pittbulls zeke and jett. Go bucks of course.
Julie Stone
IOP Coordinator
Julie Stone
Julie is proud to share that she has been sober for 3,819 days, which is 10 years, 5 months, and 16 days. She is a mother of four. Two of her daughters are in recovery from addiction, and two do not struggle with addiction. She realized that if she wanted her daughters to achieve sobriety, she needed to make changes in her own life. This led her to stop drinking and subsequently to work in this field as her daughters went to treatment. While the journey was not easy, she truly believes that recovery is a beautiful process. Julie serves as the IOP Coordinator and one of her core beliefs is that clients should always be treated with respect and dignity, as they have often been hard enough on themselves. She has found her true purpose in this field: helping individuals who struggle with the disease of addiction, and empowering them to understand their disease so they can better combat it.
National Strength. Local Compassion. Clinical Excellence.
Why Choose Adaptive Care Network for Addiction & Mental Health Treatment
At Adaptive Care Network, we provide a unified standard of clinical excellence that spans across the country, offering premier nationwide coverage from the East Coast to the Pacific. By choosing a facility within our network, you are accessing a high level of treatment backed by the collective expertise of a board-certified medical and clinical team specializing in complex psychiatric care and acute stabilization. Our staff expertise is further validated by gold-standard accreditations, including JCAHO compliance and Joint-Commission certified, ensuring that every patient receives medically-backed, evidence-based care within a safe and transparent environment.
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Explore Our National Addiction & Mental Health Rehabs Network
Recovery is a journey through multiple stages of healing. While Forward Health Ohio provides premier outpatient support, our sister facilities offer specialized high-acuity care to ensure you have access to a full continuum of treatment. Whether you require immediate medical stabilization or a coastal residential retreat, our network provides a seamless transition to the setting that best fits your current needs.
Huntington Beach Recovery Center
Located on the serene California coast, this facility specializes in physician-led medical detox and intensive residential stabilization.
New Jersey Recovery Solutions
Serving the Northeast, NJRS provides partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient tracks and dual diagnosis support.