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.
03/10/2026
Seeking a fresh start?
The Ridge Behavioral Health in Lexington offers a safe, medically supervised detox program to help you navigate withdrawal with 24/7 professional support.
Expert Medical Care: Compassionate staff prioritizing your safety.
Structured Environment: A stable foundation for long-term recovery.
Local Support: Conveniently located in the heart of the Bluegrass.
Take the first step toward healing today.
Call us to learn more about our inpatient services.859-269-2325
03/08/2026
Today, we celebrate the incredible women who inspire us, lead us, and challenge us every single day. From our team members and partners to the women in our families and communities, your impact is immeasurable.
To all the women breaking barriers and paving the way: We see you, we celebrate you, and we thank you! 👏
03/06/2026
Great organizations are built by great teams.💙
This incredible Business Development team poured months of work, creativity, strategy, and determination into making the Annual Ridge Winter Conference a success. Their brilliance, commitment, and drive reflect exactly who we are at The Ridge.
Proud to stand beside these women who show up every day to strengthen our mission and serve our community.
03/03/2026
We’re honored to see The Ridge recognized by Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman for the work our team does every day to support the mental health and recovery of Kentuckians. 💙
At The Ridge, our clinicians and staff are deeply committed to caring for our neighbors and strengthening the health of communities across Central Kentucky. Partnerships with leaders and organizations across the Commonwealth help move this work forward.
Thank you, Lt. Governor Coleman, for highlighting the importance of behavioral health and for supporting those on the front lines of care.
📞 For patient referrals, contact our intake team at 859-268-6400.
03/03/2026
We had a great morning at the Caffeine Connection event talking with our new Human Resource Director, Kim!
Love any opportunity to connect, learn from each other, and build stronger pathways for the people we serve. Excited for the conversations ahead! ☕️🤝
03/03/2026
Happy Social Work Month!
This March, we celebrate the incredible dedication, compassion, and tireless efforts of social workers everywhere.
Social workers make a profound difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities every single day. They are advocates, mentors, and champions for positive change. Join us in saying a heartfelt "thank you" to all the professionals who make a difference. We honor your vital contributions!
03/02/2026
💫Congratulations to February Employee of the month - Logan!
Your work reminds us why we do what we do. Your steady presence, clinical excellence, and genuine care for our patients strengthen the Ridge community. We are grateful for you!
02/28/2026
Black mental wellness deserves visibility — not just for a day, but every day.
This Black History Month, we’ve recognized diverse voices and experiences while underscoring that mental health equity is essential to overall health, safety, and opportunity.
Today, on , we continue to elevate conversations about stigma, center culturally responsive care, and reaffirm the importance of community-based solutions.
Black mental wellness is shaped by strength, resilience, advocacy, and collective care. It also requires access, investment, and systems change.
As Black History Month comes to a close, our commitment continues.
Learn more and join the movement at nami.org/chea, and explore the Crisis Can’t Wait campaign at nami.org/crisiscantwait.
02/27/2026
Last week reminded us why we do this work. Hearing Elizabeth Smart and gathering with over 600 dedicated professionals was powerful. The conversations, the connection, the commitment to our community—it all mattered. 🩵
Still proud. Still inspired. Still grateful.
“It takes a village to just survive life - we all need each other... I’m so grateful for the people who show up every day to hold space for others to heal and recover." - Elizabeth Smart
If someone you love needs support, The Ridge is here to help: 859-268-6400.
Elizabeth Smart, a kidnapping survivor who became a national advocate for victims' rights, spoke at the Ridge Behavioral Health System's annual winter conference on Friday.
02/26/2026
We want to say a special thank you to Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman for speaking about Kentucky’s Student Mental Health Initiative at our conference!
“Back in 2021, we started the Student Mental Health Initiative where we sat down with students across Kentucky to hear firsthand about their mental health experiences and ideas. Their input was incredible and led to meaningful recommendations we're still working to implement.” -LTG
Kentucky students deserve accessible, compassionate mental health care. The statewide initiative is breaking barriers and opening doors—and we’re proud to be part of the solution. 💙
02/25/2026
We’re proud of our Director of Business Development!
Recovery is a team effort. ❤️ At The Ridge Behavioral Health System, our goal is to remove the obstacles that stand between our patients and their health.
Thank you, Wayspring, for helping us make the path to recovery clearer for those we serve!
Provider Spotlight: Lucy Gentry, LCSW, at The Ridge Behavioral Health System
Lucy shared that the collaboration between Wayspring and The Ridge helps address the real‑world barriers that often make it hard for patients to stay engaged in treatment, such as transportation, distance, insurance complexity, and limited support systems. She told us our partnership “makes everything feel streamlined, helpful, and supportive,” giving patients the best chance at success in their recovery journey.
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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
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