About Legacy Healing Center Ohio | Physician-Led Addiction & Mental Health Treatment in Cincinnati
Legacy Healing Center Ohio is an addiction treatment center in Cincinnati that provides structured, evidence-based care for individuals seeking recovery from substance use. Learn more about our approach to treatment, our clinical philosophy, and the services available at our Ohio location. Find information about our leadership, care model, and the environment we provide for recovery. Whether you are researching options or considering treatment, see how how we combine clinical excellence, compassion, and community to support meaningful recovery.
Founders’ Vision
Founders’ Vision Legacy Healing Center was founded by Ben Fox and Marc Effron, two individuals whose own paths through recovery inspired a deeper vision for healing. Ben Fox, Co-Founder and CEO, and Marc Effron, Co-Founder and COO — sober since 2008 — built Legacy on a founding principle that resonates across every program: “Build the treatment center we’d trust with our own families.” What they created is not merely a treatment center, but a sanctuary where individuals feel genuinely seen, supported, and empowered to reclaim their lives.
Guided by their compassionate leadership, Legacy remains a place where hope is renewed, lives are restored, and lasting transformation takes root. Their lived experience in recovery, combined with rigorous clinical oversight, ensures that Legacy Healing Center Ohio operates at the intersection of empathy and evidence-based medicine — a distinction that sets us apart from facilities that are either purely clinical or purely amenity-driven.
Our Mission & Philosophy
At Legacy Healing Center Ohio, our mission is simple: provide transformative addiction and mental health treatment that addresses root causes, builds sustainable recovery skills, and restores lasting dignity. We operate under the philosophy that “addiction treatment should combine clinical excellence with human dignity” — rejecting both punitive approaches and superficial, amenity-only facilities.
Our care model is holistic, individualized, and outcomes-driven. Every client who walks through our doors completes a comprehensive clinical assessment covering medical and substance-use history, mental health and trauma, family and relationship dynamics, and personal goals. From that foundation, our multidisciplinary team designs a personalized treatment plan that integrates evidence-based therapy, psychiatric care, medication management when appropriate, and whole-person wellness — and that plan evolves with you throughout every phase of recovery.
We do not treat symptoms in isolation. We treat the whole person.
Our Commitment
We promise to create an environment where healing extends beyond the physical. Our holistic approach integrates evidence-based therapies with personalized care, ensuring that each individual’s journey is met with empathy, respect, and unwavering support. From the moment you step through our doors, you become part of a community dedicated to nurturing growth, fostering resilience, and celebrating every milestone on the path toward lasting recovery.
Watch our latest testimonials, here.
What Sets Us Apart
Legacy Healing Center stands apart through our commitment to individualized care and our understanding that each person’s path to recovery is unique.
Our expert team is led by quintuple board-certified physician, Ash Bhatt, M.D., M.R.O., and comprises seasoned professionals, many of whom have walked the path of recovery themselves, bringing unparalleled empathy and insight.
With state-of-the-art facilities, a comprehensive range of services, and a steadfast commitment to excellence, we offer more than just treatment; we provide a transformative experience that empowers individuals to build a lasting legacy of their own through an evidence-based approach.
Our Accreditations
Legacy Healing has been accredited the Gold Seal of Approval by The Joint Commission for our high quality behavioral health care services. We were awarded the Gold Seal based on evidence based clinical processes that allow us to provide the best treatments for specific conditions.
Our team is committed to continue to provide the highest level of care to the ladies and gentlemen that walk through our doors.
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State Licensing
Our luxury addiction treatment facility is licensed by its state and reputable addiction organizations.
Ohio – Our facility is licensed by the Ohio State Department of Behavioral Health
- Certification # 01-8836
Awards & Recognition
Legacy Healing Center is proud to be recognized among the nation’s top luxury rehabilitation programs, earning distinctions for our exceptional care, clinical excellence, and healing environment. Our luxury facilities have been featured on multiple “Best Rehab” and “Top Treatment Facility” lists for our commitment to transforming lives.
Legacy Healing Center Ohio is led by one of the most credentialed clinical teams in Cincinnati addiction medicine. Our multidisciplinary staff includes licensed psychiatrists, therapists, certified addiction counselors, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and dedicated recovery support specialists — all working together toward one goal: your lasting recovery.
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Your Healing Journey Starts Here
At Legacy Healing Center Ohio, we believe that recovery from addiction is not just possible—it’s the beginning of a life filled with purpose, connection, and freedom. Serving individuals and families across Ohio, we provide personalized, evidence-based care that goes far beyond symptom management. Healing here is holistic, community-centered, and deeply personal, supporting lasting recovery and meaningful change — including treatment for co-occurring conditions like the constant restlessness and anxiety symptoms that frequently accompany substance use disorders.
A Ohio Leader in Substance Abuse Treatment
Legacy Healing Center is a nationally recognized provider of addiction and behavioral health services, offering a full continuum of care to individuals and families across Ohio. Our approach is rooted in compassion, clinical excellence, and a client-centered model that adapts to each individual’s unique needs — including the relational patterns that often fuel addiction, which is why we offer specialized codependency therapy for healthier relationships as part of our treatment model.
Whether you’re beginning treatment or transitioning into outpatient care, our Ohio team develops a personalized treatment plan focused on long-term healing—not just short-term sobriety. We integrate therapies that support the mind, body, and spirit, including trauma-informed care, family therapy, holistic practices, and relapse prevention planning — because unaddressed stress and emotional health are deeply connected to lasting recovery, as explored in our guide on how long it takes to recover from chronic stress. Because unaddressed stress and emotional health are deeply connected to lasting recovery, as explored in our guide on how long it takes to recover from chronic stress.
What to Expect at Our Cincinnati Addiction Treatment Center
At our addiction treatment center in Cincinnati, clients receive care within a structured and supportive setting focused on long-term recovery. Each individual completes a comprehensive assessment that informs a personalized treatment plan, which may include medical supervision, individual therapy, group counseling, and holistic services. Our clinical team works to identify underlying factors that contribute to substance use while helping clients develop practical coping strategies. Programs range from residential treatment to outpatient care, with consistent monitoring and support to ensure stability, accountability, and measurable progress throughout each phase of the recovery process.
Designed for Healing, Built for You
Recovery Starts with a Conversation
If you’re ready to take the first step toward lasting recovery, we’re here to walk with you. Contact us today to learn more about our programs, verify your insurance, or schedule a confidential assessment at our Ohio facility.
If you want to understand addiction recovery and treatment further as you take the first step, you can also download our free guide to learn more about it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Legacy Healing Center Ohio
Q: What is Legacy Healing Center Ohio?
Legacy Healing Center Ohio is a physician-led, Joint Commission–accredited addiction treatment center in Cincinnati, Ohio. We provide a full continuum of care — from luxury medical detox and residential treatment to PHP, IOP, and outpatient programs — with specialized dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring mental health conditions.
Q: Who leads the clinical team at Legacy Healing Center Ohio?
Our clinical team is led by Dr. Ash Bhatt, M.D., M.R.O., FASAM, a quintuple board-certified Chief Medical Officer with 20+ years of experience in addiction medicine and psychiatry. Dr. Bhatt oversees all clinical programming and medical protocols at our Ohio facility.
Q: Is Legacy Healing Center Ohio accredited?
Yes. Legacy Healing Center Ohio holds The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval — the highest level of behavioral healthcare accreditation — and is fully licensed by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (ODMHAS, Certificate #01-8836). We also maintain LegitScript certification.
Q: What types of addiction does Legacy Healing Center Ohio treat?
We treat a full range of substance use disorders, including alcohol addiction, opioid and prescription drug dependency, benzodiazepine use disorder, stimulant addiction, and polysubstance use. We also specialize in dual diagnosis — the simultaneous treatment of addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, trauma (PTSD), bipolar disorder, and more.
Q: Does Legacy Healing Center Ohio accept insurance?
Yes. We work with most major insurance providers. Our team can verify your benefits quickly and confidentially
Q: How do I start treatment at Legacy Healing Center Ohio?
Starting is simple. Call our 24/7 admissions helpline or contact us online to schedule a confidential assessment. Same-day admissions are available for individuals who need immediate care.
