Admissions

First-time clients in Lynchburg, Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford and Campbell can visit Horizon's Langhorne Wellness Center for their initial assessment. The Admissions Department is your primary point of contact to set up your profile and schedule an evaluation.

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What to Expect

Our evidence-based assessments are designed to provide clarity and direction, empowering you and your family to make informed decisions about your care. To meet you where you are, we offer three flexible options for assessments:

  • In-Person
  • Telehealth
  • Walk-In (unscheduled)

During your assessment, our team will work closely with you to understand your needs, challenges, and goals. Based on the findings, we’ll recommend the services that best align with your situation. Whether it’s therapy, case management, or another program, we’ll help you take the next steps and schedule your initial appointment.

If your needs extend beyond Horizon’s available services, rest assured we’ve built strong partnerships with community organizations and service providers. These collaborations allow us to seamlessly connect you to additional resources, ensuring you receive the most comprehensive support possible.

Same Day Assessments

Location: Langhorne Wellness Center
2215 Langhorne Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501

Hours: Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Assessment By Appointment

Prefer a scheduled time? Call us at 434-477-5000 to book your initial evaluation.

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Take Your First Steps

Our comprehensive, evidence-based clinical intake involves five key steps:

  1. Reception: Begin by providing basic contact information.
  2. Financial Intake: Review your insurance details or qualify for our sliding fee scale if uninsured. For clients under 18, additional funding options may apply.
  3. Clinical Intake: Meet with a clinician for a full mental health and substance use evaluation.
  4. Follow-Up: Receive follow-up appointments and emergency contact details after completing the intake.
  5. Flexible Timeline: While the full process may take 2-4 hours, it doesn’t have to be completed in a single visit.

What to Bring:

  • Picture ID
  • Social security card
  • Insurance card (we accept all insurances)
  • Proof of income (pay stub, W-2, SSI, unemployment, etc.)
  • Guardianship documentation (if applicable)
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Protecting Your Health

In deciding whether to schedule an in-person or telehealth, please be mindful of any symptoms you may have that could spread viruses to others. Please help us protect you and others from the spread of respiratory viruses. If you have a fever or chills, a cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, congestion or runny nose, diarrhea, or other symptoms that might indicate you have a respiratory virus, please do not schedule an in-person appointment.  If you’re experiencing symptoms, please avoid scheduling an in-person appointment. Instead:

  • Opt for a telehealth appointment
  • Reschedule your visit for a later date

Thank you for helping us reduce the spread of viral infections. For updates, visit the CDC website.

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Our Commitment to Accessible Care

Horizon is committed to providing accessible care for all.

  • Insurance Options: We accept most major insurance plans, including Medicaid, Anthem, Optima, and United Behavioral Health, to ensure our services are accessible to as many individuals and families as possible.
  • Access for All: Services are never denied due to an inability to pay.
  • Flexible Payment Plans: A discounted/sliding fee scale is available, based on family size and income.

For more information, view our Notice of Protection Against Surprise Billing:

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

At Horizon Behavioral Health, we are committed to supporting the mental health, substance use recovery, and intellectual and developmental needs of individuals and families in Central Virginia. Below are answers to some of the most common questions about our services and how we can help you.

We offer a wide range of services, including:

  • Mental Health Treatment
  • Substance Use Treatment
  • Case Management
  • Emergency Services
  • Housing Services
  • Outpatient Services
  • Prevention & Wellness Programs
  • Psychiatric Services
  • School-Based Programs
  • Intermediate Care Facilities

Search our full list of services here.

To make an appointment, please call us directly at 434-477-5000.

If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health emergency, please immediately call 988. Outside of normal business hours, please call our 24/7 crisis hotline at 434-522-8191.

We operate multiple locations across Central Virginia to ensure access to care. Visit the "Find a Location" section on our website to locate the center closest to you.

Yes, we offer a variety of services tailored to children and families, including school-based programs, family counseling, and support for youth experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges.

Horizon accepts a variety of payment methods, including Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and self-pay options. Most forms of insurance are accepted such as Anthem, Optima, and United Behavioral Health, among others. Horizon guarantees that no one will be denied access to services due to inability to pay; and there is a discounted/sliding fee schedule available, based on family size and income. For assistance with payment or insurance questions, please contact our admissions team.

Our Client Portal is available through the link on our website. It offers a secure way to access your information and manage your care.

Yes! We are always looking for dedicated professionals, volunteers, and interns to join our team. Visit our Careers page to explore current opportunities.

We are here to help. You can reach us by phone at 434-477-5000 or through the Contact page on our website.

Same-day Assessments are available at the Langhorne Wellness Center. We strive to provide same-day assessments as quickly as possible. Wait times may vary depending on demand, but we recommend arriving early in the day for the best chance of being seen promptly. For more information or to check availability, call 434-477-5000.

There are five steps to our comprehensive, evidence-based clinical assessment process.

  1. Client meets with reception/administrative assistant to start collection of basic contact information.
  2. Client meets with a member of our financial intake team to review insurance information. If a client does not have insurance, the ability to pay scale is utilized. If the client is under 18, additional funding may be available and will be reviewed.
  3. Client meets with a clinician to complete the clinical intake, which is a comprehensive mental health and substance use diagnostic evaluation, to open the client to services at the agency.
  4. The process may take from 2 - 4 hours, but all steps do not have to be completed in the same day.
  5. Once the intake process is complete, the client will receive follow-up appointments, as well as emergency contact information if needed.

When you are ready for services, please bring a picture ID, social security card, insurance card (we accept all insurances) and proof of income (such as a paycheck stub, W-2, SSI, unemployment, etc.). Please also bring any guardianship documentation if that applies.

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On this special episode of The Horizon Line, we focus on men's mental health, exploring the unique challenges men face and the importance of creating safe spaces for discussion. Special guests, Dr. Keith Anderson, a Certified Public Health Professional, Leroy Wingo, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Bernnell Kindzred, Clinical Coordinator at Horizon, discuss the new Barbershop Talks Initiative, which aims to provide informal yet impactful conversations about mental health among men. They highlight the stigma surrounding mental health, the need for community support, and the significance of vulnerability in addressing emotional well-being. The discussion emphasizes on the importance of checking in on one another and fostering an environment where men feel comfortable sharing their struggles.
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In our second episode of The Horizon Line, we have a deep conversation with Dr. Sara Bailey, Counselor Education Program Director at the University of Lynchburg and a counselor at Full Life Counseling and Recovery, PLLC, alongside Jennifer Smith-Ramey, Director of Grants and Programs at Horizon Behavioral Health, about the unique challenges women face regarding substance use disorders. They explore the historical context of women's addiction, the importance of gender-specific treatment, and the role of trauma-informed care. The discussion also highlights the balance between teaching and clinical practice, the ethical considerations in counseling, and the hope for recovery through community support and neuroplasticity.
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