LAPP Licking County Alcoholism Prevention Program. Providing behavioral health since 1968. After business hours: Call 211

Sometimes meeting people where they are means stepping into tough, messy places. This job isn’t always clean, and the pa...
02/20/2026

Sometimes meeting people where they are means stepping into tough, messy places. This job isn’t always clean, and the paths aren’t always paved—but when we say we’ll walk that path with you, we mean it.




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Thank you to the United Way of Licking County for shining a spotlight on local nonprofits at the Community Service Expo!...
02/13/2026

Thank you to the United Way of Licking County for shining a spotlight on local nonprofits at the Community Service Expo! We loved connecting with our community and sharing how LAPP supports individuals and families across Licking County.

Come see LAPP at the Community Services Expo today!
02/11/2026

Come see LAPP at the Community Services Expo today!

Join us for an inspiring showcase of the amazing work done by community services across Licking County. Find a cause that speaks to you by connecting with professionals, learn about their passion for impact, and explore how you can get involved. Open to the public, this is your opportunity to connect, contribute, and be inspired!

Do you want to see your community service organization at the event? Table registrations are open!

Date: February 11, 2026
Time: 4:00 - 6:30 PM
Location: YMCA Mitchell Center

We are incredibly proud to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our very own Board Director and Treasurer, Michael Al...
02/05/2026

We are incredibly proud to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our very own Board Director and Treasurer, Michael Albanese, on his well‑deserved promotion to Chief Operating Officer of Licking/Knox Goodwill Industries.

Michael has played an important role in shaping our organization through his leadership and deep dedication to LAPP's mission. His passion for service to this community has truly inspired those of us who have been fortunate enough to work alongside him.

We are incredibly proud to continue serving our community with Michael and the outstanding team at Licking/Knox Goodwill.

Congratulations, Michael!

02/03/2026

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The Path to a New Day begins at LAPP. We are here when you are ready. Call 740-366-7303
02/02/2026

The Path to a New Day begins at LAPP. We are here when you are ready. Call 740-366-7303

Call us today at 740-366-7303
01/30/2026

Call us today at 740-366-7303

Whole-person care saves lives. Effective treatment of substance use disorders can include medications, counseling & reco...
01/22/2026

Whole-person care saves lives. Effective treatment of substance use disorders can include medications, counseling & recovery supports. Integrated health services can help patients connect with substance use treatment. Visit FindTreatment.gov today.

There are multiple pathways to recovery: clinical care, community support, therapy, faith, self-management. What matters...
01/21/2026

There are multiple pathways to recovery: clinical care, community support, therapy, faith, self-management. What matters most is finding what works for you. This , find your path!

Join us in congratulating Sam Messina on an incredible 24 years of dedicated service with LAPP!Sam is a true inspiration...
01/15/2026

Join us in congratulating Sam Messina on an incredible 24 years of dedicated service with LAPP!
Sam is a true inspiration to everyone in our building. She is a beacon of hope even in the strongest storm and a fearless advocate for her clients. Her passion has been a driving force behind LAPP, shaping this organization into what it is today. Thank you, Sam, we are endlessly grateful.

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62 East Stevens St
Newark, OH
43055

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+17403667303

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A Message From Jim Takacs:

Hello! I’m Jim Takacs, LAPP’s Executive Director and I would like to personally welcome you to our page.

At LAPP we believe that people can recover from both alcohol and other drug addiction and mental health issues. When people enter into recovery the strain on both family and the communities are alleviated. By providing integrated behavioral health services, employing evidenced best practice models such as Stage Wise Treatment and using Motivational Interviewing techniques we have been able to enhance treatment outcomes. The Stage Wise Treatment modality is based on the premise that counselors start where the client is in terms of values, beliefs, goals, and life experiences and it recognizes the power of using these differences to enhance change.

LAPP provides a myriad of “safety net” outpatient integrated behavioral health programming services to the Licking County area at a low cost to thousands of persons in the community. Our website provides a wealth of information about our services and how to access them. I encourage you to read more about our programs on the pages of this website in order to have a better understanding of the vital work we do.

We look forward to hearing from you, and to working with you. Together, we will succeed.