Our story is about more than behavioral health. It's about caring for our neighbors, strengthening our community, and showing up when it matters most.
Who we are
We are more Than a Behavioral Health Provider
As Klamath County’s designated Community Mental Health Program and a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, we provide compassionate, trauma-informed care while partnering with local organizations to expand access, reduce barriers, and help people thrive.
Every conversation, every connection, and every program reflects our commitment to building a healthier Klamath Basin.
Why Choose KBBH
Behavioral health is about more than treating symptoms. It’s about building trust, creating meaningful relationships, and helping people find hope during life’s most difficult moments.
For generations, KBBH has served the Klamath Basin with compassionate, person-centered care that meets people where they are. We believe everyone deserves access to quality behavioral healthcare close to home, and we’re committed to creating a community where every individual has the opportunity to heal, grow, and thrive.
Person-Centered Care
Every person has a unique story. We listen first, treat with dignity, and create personalized care plans that honor each individual's goals, strengths, and experiences.
Comprehensive Services
From outpatient therapy and substance use treatment to crisis services, recovery support, housing assistance, and specialized programs, we provide coordinated care throughout every stage of life.
Community Partnerships
We're proud to work alongside schools, healthcare providers, law enforcement, local governments, and community organizations to strengthen behavioral health across the Klamath Basin.
Accessible Care
We're committed to reducing barriers through Same Day Services, telehealth, financial assistance, and coordinated care.
Our Mission, Vision & Values
GUIDED BY PURPOSE
Everything we do is guided by a shared purpose: improving lives and strengthening our community through compassionate behavioral healthcare.
Our Mission
Providing compassionate care throughout our community.
Our Vision
Sharing the power of mental wellbeing.
Our Core Values
Compassion
We lead with empathy, kindness, and respect in every interaction.
Hope
We believe recovery is possible and empower people to build healthier futures.
Integrity
We act with honesty, accountability, and professionalism in everything we do.
Diversity
We value every person's unique background, experiences, and perspective, creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
Stewardship
We responsibly care for our resources, our relationships, and the trust our community places in us.
Serving Our Community
As Klamath County's designated Community Mental Health Program (CMHP) and a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), KBBH provides coordinated behavioral health services designed to meet the needs of our entire community.
These designations reflect our commitment to delivering accessible, high-quality care while bringing together mental health services, substance use treatment, crisis response, peer support, care coordination, and community partnerships under one organization.
Growing with the Klamath Basin
A Community Vision Takes Root
Klamath Child and Family Treatment Center opened its doors with a simple mission: provide behavioral health services for local children close to home. Starting with just eight staff members, the organization focused on counseling and day treatment for youth and laid the foundation for decades of community care.
Expanding Support for Children & Families
As community needs grew, so did KBBH. School-based services, psychiatric care, group therapy, and crisis response expanded access for children and families throughout the Klamath Basin. Community partnerships and the Klamath Kids Count campaign helped establish the organization's long-term home on Eldorado Avenue.
Building a Stronger Community
The organization broadened its focus beyond treatment by investing in prevention, early intervention, restorative justice, and family support programs. New partnerships strengthened the continuum of care and helped address behavioral health before crises occurred.
Becoming Klamath Basin Behavioral Health
A defining moment came when KBBH was designated Klamath County's official Community Mental Health Program (CMHP). This expanded the organization's responsibility from primarily serving youth to providing behavioral health services for adults, families, and the broader community.
Adult outpatient care, substance use treatment, crisis response, and residential services were added to meet growing community needs.
Leading Innovation in Behavioral Health
KBBH became one of Oregon's early Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs), helping establish a new model of coordinated, accessible behavioral healthcare. This milestone expanded services, strengthened care coordination, and improved access for anyone seeking support.
Meeting New Challenges
As the community faced new challenges, KBBH continued to grow. The organization quickly adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic, opened the Link Access Center with registered sobering services, expanded crisis care, and invested in new residential treatment facilities to meet increasing behavioral health needs. Leadership also transitioned to CEO Kendall Alexander, ushering in the next chapter of growth and innovation.
Still Centered on Care
Today, KBBH is home to nearly 300 dedicated team members providing more than 30 behavioral health programs and services to over 6,500 individuals each year. While much has changed since 1980, one thing has remained constant: our commitment to helping every person find hope, healing, and support close to home.
Our Team
Behind every service we provide is a team of dedicated leaders committed to strengthening behavioral health across the Klamath Basin. Together with our Board of Directors, they help shape the vision, support our employees, and ensure KBBH continues to provide compassionate, accessible, and high-quality care for our community.
United by a shared commitment to service, our leadership team works every day to foster innovation, build meaningful partnerships, and create opportunities for individuals and families to thrive.
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Our Impact
Behind every number is a person, a family, and a story of hope. That's the impact that matters most.
Join Our Mission
At KBBH, a career is more than a job. Join a compassionate team that's making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals, families, and our community every day.