Kennebec Behavioral Health

Kennebec Behavioral Health (KBH), located in Winthrop, Maine, has been a cornerstone of community mental health services since 1960. As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), KBH provides comprehensive, person-centered care for individuals and families experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. The organization offers outpatient and residential services, crisis intervention, intensive outpatient programs, school-based therapies, and community outreach to meet the diverse needs of children, teens, adults, seniors, and veterans. KBH integrates evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care to ensure each client receives individualized support tailored to their unique needs.

At KBH, licensed therapists, psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and support staff collaborate to provide holistic care, including individual, family, and group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, and medication management. Care coordinators assist clients in navigating complex healthcare systems, connecting them with social services, housing programs, and vocational supports. With a focus on recovery and independence, KBH empowers clients to develop coping strategies, enhance social skills, and achieve meaningful goals. The agency’s inclusive and supportive environment makes mental health and substance use treatment accessible to all, regardless of insurance coverage or ability to pay.

Through its community-based and outreach programs, KBH supports ongoing wellness and rehabilitation for children, teens, and adults facing persistent mental illness, co-occurring disorders, and behavioral challenges. By combining clinical expertise with innovative interventions like multi-systemic therapy, play therapy, and psychiatric rehabilitation, KBH continues to promote physical, emotional, and mental well-being throughout Maine.