FSFresh StartBehavioral Health

About Fresh Start

“Fresh Start” is more than our name, it’s our philosophy.

Everyone Deserves a Fresh Start

“Fresh Start” is more than our name  it's our philosophy. Founded by Dr. Ebenezer Aluma on the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to begin again, Fresh Start Behavioral Health, Inc. has grown into a network of four Ohio locations serving children, adolescents, and adults across Dayton, Cincinnati, and Milford.

Who We Are

We are a team of board-certified psychiatric providers, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, licensed social workers, chemical dependency counselors, behavioral health specialists, case managers, and support staff all working together to deliver integrated, whole-person care. Under the clinical leadership of Medical Director Dr. J. Gibson Pennington and Founder & CEO Dr. Ebenezer Aluma, our providers treat the full range of behavioral health needs.

Our Philosophy of Care

We emphasize open communication, mutual respect, trust, compassion, and empathy with every patient. Each treatment plan is tailored to the individual because no two journeys are the same. Above all, we strive to create a welcoming, nurturing environment where you can move past your challenges and forward with your life.

What Makes Us Different

By combining psychiatry, counseling, substance use treatment, medication-assisted treatment, primary care, and sober living, we remove the gaps that so often interrupt recovery. Our patients get coordinated, continuous care and a team that stays with them every step of the way.

Our Philosophy of Care

We emphasize open communication, mutual respect, trust, compassion, and empathy with every patient. Each treatment plan is tailored to the individual because no two journeys are the same. Above all, we strive to create a welcoming, nurturing environment where you can move past your challenges and forward with your life

Ready to start your fresh start?

Reach out today - same-day appointments may be available.