Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc. (ABH) has expanded its mental health services to Washington County with the opening of a new outpatient office in Hagerstown, marking the organization's first presence in the county. The office, located at 265 Mill Street, Suite 800, begins seeing patients today, September 1, 2026, according to a company announcement.
This expansion extends ABH's reach to six counties in Maryland, providing Washington County residents with access to the same standard of clinical care available at its other locations. The new office offers a comprehensive range of services, including onsite and offsite individual and family therapy, school-based therapy, telehealth counseling, and psychiatric evaluation and medication management.
“Serving families and supporting communities one individual at a time is what we do best,” said Vera Kurdian, CEO of ABH, in the announcement. “This expansion allows us to build a collaborative partnership in Washington County, where families can expect high-quality and timely mental health and psychiatric services. This expansion also provides job opportunities for mental health professionals, from an organization as committed to its employees as it is to its patients.”
The significance of this development extends beyond the immediate availability of services. Washington County has historically faced challenges in accessing mental health care, with residents often traveling long distances for treatment. By establishing a local presence, ABH aims to reduce barriers to care and improve health outcomes for individuals, youth, and families in the region.
ABH also plans to introduce its Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP) to the Hagerstown office once Maryland's PRP moratorium is lifted, anticipated in 2027. This program would further enhance the continuum of care available to Washington County residents, supporting individuals with serious mental illness in their recovery and community integration.
The expansion aligns with ABH's broader mission to increase access to behavioral health services throughout Maryland. The organization, recognized as a Top Workplace in 2024, 2025, and 2026, accepts major insurance, Medicaid, and maintains a discounted fee program to ensure no individual is denied care due to inability to pay (eligibility requirements apply).
For more information about ABH and its services, visit abhmaryland.com.
