Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc. (ABH) has expanded its mental health services to Washington County with the opening of a new outpatient office in Hagerstown. The location, which began seeing patients on September 1, 2026, marks the organization's first presence in the county and extends its reach to six counties across Maryland.
The new office is part of ABH's commitment to meeting clients where they are, according to a company announcement. It will offer the same standard of clinical care available at its other locations, including individual and family therapy, school-based therapy, telehealth counseling, and psychiatric evaluation and medication management. The office is situated at 265 Mill Street, Suite 800, in Hagerstown, and can be reached at 301.345.1022.
Vera Kurdian, CEO of ABH, emphasized the importance of building collaborative partnerships in the community. "This expansion allows us to build a collaborative partnership in Washington County, where families can expect high-quality and timely mental health and psychiatric services," she said. "This expansion also provides job opportunities for mental health professionals, from an organization as committed to its employees as it is to its patients."
The opening addresses a critical need for accessible mental health care in the region. By establishing a physical presence in Washington County, ABH aims to reduce barriers to care and provide timely services to individuals, youth, and families. The organization also plans to introduce its Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP) to the Hagerstown office once Maryland's PRP moratorium lifts, expected in 2027, further enhancing the continuum of care available.
ABH's expansion comes at a time when mental health services are increasingly in demand across the state. The organization's growth reflects a broader trend of expanding community-based behavioral health services to underserved areas. With this new location, ABH now serves clients in Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Montgomery, Prince George's, and Washington Counties.
The new office is expected to create local job opportunities for mental health professionals, aligning with ABH's recognition as a Top Workplace in 2024, 2025, and 2026. The organization accepts major insurance, Medicaid, and maintains a discounted fee program to ensure no individual is denied access to care due to inability to pay, with eligibility requirements.
For more information about ABH and its services, visit abhmaryland.com.
