Ridge Behavioral Health System

Ridge Behavioral Health System The Ridge Behavioral Health System is a free-standing 110 bed psychiatric hospital in Lexington, KY.

Physicians are on the medical staff of The Ridge Behavioral Health System, but, with limited exceptions, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of The Ridge Behavioral Health System. The facility shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians. We are unable to provide medical advice through social media. Please contact your physician, or in case of emergency, call 911 or the National Su***de Prevention Lifeline at 988.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween to all! 🎃 👻 From: Your friends at The Ridge Behavioral Health Center 🍃 Wishing you a fun, spooky and safe holiday! 🍬 🍫 🍭 The Ridge Behavioral Health Center

🎃Happy Halloween from The Ridge!Today we’re celebrating the fun side of the season — costumes, candy, and community — wh...
10/31/2025

🎃Happy Halloween from The Ridge!
Today we’re celebrating the fun side of the season — costumes, candy, and community — while also remembering the importance of balance and self-care.

While Halloween brings excitement and community connection, it can also be a time to pause and check in with ourselves and others.🧡

Wishing everyone a safe, mindful, and spook-tacular Halloween! 👻

Outpatient programs that fit your life.Worried about missing school or work? Don’t be. Our outpatient programs are desig...
10/30/2025

Outpatient programs that fit your life.

Worried about missing school or work? Don’t be. Our outpatient programs are designed to fit around your schedule so you can focus on healing without putting your life on hold.

To learn more, visit http://spklr.io/6185BzjqN.

🌟 REGISTER TODAY! 🌟Join us for The Ridge Winter Conference featuring keynote speaker Elizabeth Smart — a powerful voice ...
10/30/2025

🌟 REGISTER TODAY! 🌟

Join us for The Ridge Winter Conference featuring keynote speaker Elizabeth Smart — a powerful voice for hope, healing, and empowerment.

🗓 Friday, February 20th, 2026
📍 The Marriott Griffin Gate, Lexington, KY

Keynote Presentation:
💬 “My Story: The Journey from Abduction to Empowerment”

Elizabeth Smart’s story is one of unimaginable tragedy turned into extraordinary strength. After surviving one of the most followed abduction cases in modern history, she has become a leading advocate for child safety, recovery programs, and national legislation.

✨ Also featuring our expert presenter panel:
• Dwight Bain – “AI Companions and Teen Mental Health: The Risks of Chatbots Replacing Counselors and Parents”
• Ricky Lynn – “Trauma and Exploitation: How Early Adversity Shapes Vulnerability”

Don’t miss this inspiring and educational event dedicated to empowerment, awareness, and advancing behavioral health.

🔗 Register now:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/tp8ef4c

📣📣 We are thrilled to announce Kevin Pettit as The Ridge Behavioral Health's new CEO! 👏 Kevin holds a bachelor's degree ...
10/24/2025

📣📣 We are thrilled to announce Kevin Pettit as The Ridge Behavioral Health's new CEO! 👏 Kevin holds a bachelor's degree in Business Operations and Finance and a master's degree in Healthcare Administration from Baylor University. Throughout his career with Universal Health Services in the Behavioral Health Division, Kevin has held various leadership roles across multiple states, including Kentucky, Texas, and Iowa. We are excited to bring his leadership, passion, patient-centered mindset, and confidence to The Ridge Behavioral Health.
Please join us in welcoming Kevin Pettit, CEO of The Ridge Behavioral Health Services in Lexington, Kentucky.
Welcome to The Ridge!

“Therapy won’t help me, so why bother?”It’s a common misconception, but it’s just that: a myth.Whether you're facing a t...
10/22/2025

“Therapy won’t help me, so why bother?”

It’s a common misconception, but it’s just that: a myth.

Whether you're facing a tough season or simply want to better understand yourself, therapy is a powerful tool for support and healing.

We're here to help. Find out how by visiting http://spklr.io/6181BKAi1.

SAVE-THE-DATE! The Ridge Annual Winter Conference with Keynote Speaker, Elizabeth Smart, will be Friday, February 20, 20...
10/21/2025

SAVE-THE-DATE! The Ridge Annual Winter Conference with Keynote Speaker, Elizabeth Smart, will be Friday, February 20, 2026, at Marriott Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa in Lexington, KY.

The abduction of Elizabeth Smart was one of the most followed child abduction cases of our time. Elizabeth was abducted on June 5, 2002, and her captors controlled her by threatening to kill her and her family if she tried to escape. Fortunately, the police safely returned Eizabeth back to her family on March 12, 2003, after being held prisoner for nine grueling months. Through this traumatic experience, Elizabeth has become an advocate for change related to child abduction, recovery programs and national legislation.

Elizabeth's story continues to motivate parents, law enforcement and teachers worldwide to focus on children's safety. She emphasizes vigilance by "everyday" people and the belief that hope always exists to find every missing child.

We hope you will join us! Please contact lucy.gentry@uhsinc.com with questions.

We had a wonderful time at our annual NAMI Walks event! Coming together to support "Mental Health for All" is our top pr...
10/18/2025

We had a wonderful time at our annual NAMI Walks event! Coming together to support "Mental Health for All" is our top priority!

Thank you to everyone who came and especially to NAMI Lexington! ❤️

Talking about your child's mental health does NOT make it worse. In fact, it’s often the first step toward healing.Silen...
10/15/2025

Talking about your child's mental health does NOT make it worse. In fact, it’s often the first step toward healing.

Silence can feel safe, but speaking up is powerful. Whether it’s with a friend, therapist or support group, your child's voice matters.

Learn more by visiting http://spklr.io/6183BK5TP.

Did you know?One of every five students reports being bullied during the school year.Statistics show:• Victims of childh...
10/13/2025

Did you know?
One of every five students reports being bullied during the school year.
Statistics show:
• Victims of childhood bullying have a higher risk of developing mental health problems later in life.
• A connection between bullying and other problems, such as gang-related violence and behavioral health risks, such as substance use.
• Any involvement with bullying can significantly contribute to feelings of helplessness and hopelessness that raise the risk of su***de.
If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, we are .

Call us at 859-269-2325 for a level of care assessment. We are open and available 24/7/365.

10/10/2025

Thank You to the Ridge Behavioral Health System for being a Gold Sponsor of NAMIWalks Lexington! 🎉

World Mental Health Day, observed annually on October 10, is a chance to pause, recharge, and remember that caring for o...
10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day, observed annually on October 10, is a chance to pause, recharge, and remember that caring for our mental health matters every day.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health concerns, we are available 24/7/365 to offer a no cost, level-of-care assessments. 859-269-2325.

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Welcome to The Ridge Behavioral Health System

There is a place where pain is met with compassion, fear is met with reassurance, and anger is met with understanding. At The Ridge Behavioral Health System, we are making a difference in people’s lives. We treat children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.

Located in Lexington, KY, in the heart of the Bluegrass, The Ridge offers a healing environment that is reassuring to a patients’ sense of security and confidentiality. Dedicated to excellence, The Ridge is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, as a licensed, 110-bed hospital, providing psychiatric (mental health) and chemical dependency(drug & alcohol rehabilitation) services to children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Inpatient care is provided on a 24-hour basis, seven days a week. Outpatient and partial hospitalization services are provided on a six-day per week basis, days and evenings. Care is provided according to an established code of ethical conduct and strict adherence to patient rights.

The Ridge’s treatment philosophy is based on an understanding that mental health and chemical dependency treatment requires a team approach with a caring, positive attitude in which all participants are treated with respect and dignity.

For free and confidential assessments 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: 859-268-6400