Columbia Wellness

10/25/2025

Come and see us today at Lake Sacajawea from 2-4pm for the Longview Parks and Recreation Trick or Treat event

10/25/2025

10/01/2025

October is National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month. There are many ways to cope with depression during fall and winter, and pets can help make your days a little brighter.

As the season shifts to shorter days and colder weather, it’s crucial to recognize how our environment can affect mental health. October is National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month, dedicated to raising awareness and promoting the importance of seeking help. One often-overlooked sourc...

09/11/2025

On Patriot Day, we honor and thank first responders and those whose occupations support recovery efforts. Whether it’s PTSD, grief, or substance use challenges, people in deserve our support. If you are struggling, and help is available.

Cowlitz County Services: (360) 423-0203
Grays Harbor Services: (360) 612-0012
Columbia Wellness Crisis: (800) 803-8833 or 988

https://www.columbiawell.org/our-services

09/04/2025

🌟 September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month! 💚 It's a crucial time to raise awareness, spread hope, and encourage those who need support to reach out. Every year, millions are affected by su***de, and many continue to struggle in silence. If you or someone you love is facing a mental health crisis, remember that you are not alone.

The Columbia Wellness Mobile Crisis Team is here to help. Don’t hesitate to call us at 1-800-803-8833, or you can also reach out to the National Lifeline at 988.

Together, we can make a difference and save lives. Let’s stand together and support one another! ***dePrevention

08/29/2025

In observance of Labor Day, Columbia Wellness offices will be closed Monday, September 1st.

Our essential Crisis Department and the Wellness and Recovery Center will remain open.

If you or someone you know is in crisis,
call us at (800) 803-8833 or 988.

To reach our 24-hour inpatient services, the Wellness & Recovery Center, call us at (877) 353-9840

08/26/2025

If you are at the Kalama School Resource Fair, stop by our booth and spin the wheel!

08/12/2025

It’s hot outside. Come by our offices at 921 14th Avenue and visit the Tropical Shaved Kona Ice truck until 1pm to cool off! The truck will then be at our 720 14th Avenue location from 1-3pm. Kona Ice

08/05/2025

- Press Release -

Cascade Community Healthcare and Columbia Wellness Receive State Endorsement for Mobile Rapid Response Crisis Teams

Centralia, WA — August 4, 2025 — Great Rivers Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization is thrilled to share some exciting news that marks a major milestone for behavioral health services in our region.

Cascade Community Healthcare and Columbia Wellness have officially received endorsement letters from the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) for their Mobile Rapid Response Crisis Teams. These endorsements place our region among an elite group—2 of only 8 teams statewide—selected to lead the way in transforming crisis response.

About the Organizations

• Great Rivers Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization (BH-ASO) serves as the regional hub for behavioral health crisis services across Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Lewis, Pacific, and Wahkiakum counties. The organization partners with local agencies to ensure access to high-quality, cost-effective care, including 24/7 crisis response and recovery support.

• Columbia Wellness, founded in 1953, is a progressive behavioral health agency offering mental health and substance use services to over 10,000 clients annually. With five facilities across Cowlitz and Grays Harbor counties, Columbia Wellness is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) committed to integrated, evidence-based care.

• Cascade Community Healthcare is a nonprofit provider serving Lewis County and surrounding areas for more than 50 years. With six locations, Cascade offers a wide range of behavioral health services, including crisis intervention, substance use treatment, and primary care. The organization is accredited by The Joint Commission for its commitment to safe, high-quality care.

Serving the Great Rivers Region
This initiative will directly benefit the Great Rivers region, which includes the counties of Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Lewis, and Wahkiakum. These communities will now have access to faster, more compassionate behavioral health crisis care—right where it's needed most.

What This Means for Our Communities?

• Faster, On-Site Behavioral Health Response: Mobile teams respond 24/7 to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises in homes, schools, workplaces, and public spaces. Each team includes at least two trained professionals, often a clinician and a certified peer counselor, working to de-escalate crises and connect individuals to care.

• Person-Centered, Trauma-Informed Care: Teams are trained in SAMHSA’s best practices, including trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and crisis planning. Youth-focused teams offer developmentally appropriate support and can provide stabilization services for up to 14 days.

• Reduced Reliance on Emergency Services: These teams aim to minimize the use of emergency departments and law enforcement for non-emergency behavioral health situations, offering voluntary, community-based alternatives.

• Statewide System Integration: This endorsement aligns with Washington’s broader vision for a coordinated crisis care continuum, including 988 crisis line integration, crisis stabilization units, and designated crisis responders.

• This achievement is a testament to the dedication and collaboration of our local providers, community partners, and supporters. Together, we are building a more responsive, compassionate, and effective behavioral health system.

Thank you for your continued support.

For media inquiries or more information, please contact:
Great Rivers Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization
Trinidad Medina, Chief Executive Director

07/03/2025

In observance of Independence Day, Columbia Wellness offices will be closed Friday, July 4th.

Our essential Crisis Department and the Wellness and Recovery Center will remain open.

If you or someone you know is in crisis,
call us at (800) 803-8833 or 988.

To reach our 24 hour inpatient services, the Wellness & Recovery Center, call us at (877) 353-9840

06/27/2025

We have limited spaces available for our Longview ADIS (Alcohol and Drug Information School) class on Saturday, July 12th.
It is educational and focuses on decision making, as well as psychological, sociological, physiological, and legal consequences of alcohol/drug consumption and traffic safety.
This is an 8-hour course for $180.00.

Class is located at:

Columbia Wellness
720 14th Ave., (First Floor - SUD Outpatient Department)
Longview, WA 98632

To register, call us at 360-423-0203.