NorthStar Opened Cincinnati Behavioral Health Center
The facility began serving patients in mid-August 2026 at a new location on Reading Road.
Updated on Sept. 26, 2026 in Substance Abuse
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NorthStar Behavioral Health opened a new 30,000-square-foot facility in Cincinnati in mid-August 2026. Formerly known as Crossroads Center, the organization now operates from its new site in Walnut Hills.
Why it matters
The $18 million project expands local access to addiction treatment by providing inpatient beds and outpatient services. This investment supports the region's infrastructure for behavioral health care.
The 30,000-square-foot center features 26 inpatient beds, a medication-assisted treatment clinic, and an outpatient center. The project was supported by $10 million in federal New Markets Tax Credit financing and a $2 million state grant.
The players
NorthStar Behavioral Health
This is a healthcare organization providing addiction and mental health services that rebranded from its former name, Crossroads Center.
Uptown Consortium Inc.
This is a community development organization that facilitates investment and revitalization projects in Cincinnati neighborhoods.
Ohio Department of Behavioral Health
This is the state agency responsible for overseeing and funding public behavioral health initiatives throughout Ohio.
The details
Located at 2114 Reading Road in Walnut Hills, the facility consolidates various care services under one roof. The center offers a range of options including medication-assisted treatment for individuals seeking support.
Timeline
NorthStar began serving patients at the new facility in mid-August 2026.
Health Landscape
The construction of this facility follows the pattern of using the federal New Markets Tax Credit program to catalyze significant medical infrastructure development in urban centers. This shift reflects a broader trend of leveraging public-private financing to expand behavioral health capacity in high-need neighborhoods.
Residents gain increased access to specialized medical services, including a dedicated medication-assisted treatment clinic and 26 inpatient beds. These new resources provide more local options for individuals seeking structured outpatient or residential care.
The takeaway
The development of this facility demonstrates how targeted financial partnerships can address critical infrastructure needs in the local health sector. Patients and families in the area should inquire directly with the clinic to determine service availability and admission requirements.
Further reading
For more on the resources available in the area, visit the Substance Abuse section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WKRC.
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