Behavioral Health (Outpatient Care): Alpena

1501 W. Chisholm Street

Alpena, MI 49707 Directions

(989) 356-7242

4.8 out of 5

256 verified ratings

256 Ratings, 151 Comments


The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
AI Overview

Patients express strong appreciation for compassionate, attentive outpatient behavioral health care in Alpena. Common praise highlights providers who listen, show empathy, remember history, are knowledgeable about medications and treatment options, and collaborate on care plans. Many recommend the clinic and specific clinicians for improving mental health, crisis support, and life-changing outcomes. A few mentions note insurance coverage issues and medication adjustments that haven't yet worked.

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Jul 18, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Very Kind and professional

Jul 18, 2026
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Dr. Is a very good listener and always helps me if I have any questions or concerns. Very helpful with my questions and concerns.

Jul 17, 2026
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Great first experience!

Jul 17, 2026
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Dr. O is absolutely wonderful! He REALLY listens, offers sound counsel, and is so pleasant and reassuring.

Jul 8, 2026
Confidence in my care, is my most precious gift!

Jul 8, 2026
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Sarah is verygood with helping me too understanding each subject , and I leave tbere with confidence and purpose I'm on the right path!

Jul 7, 2026
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I've only seen Sarah twice so far since Amy left there. I'm very Comfortable & feel Safe with her & never felt that with Dr. Parker or Amy. I recommend Sarah First, for mental health care in Alpena for sure...Thank you

Jul 6, 2026
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Sarah is very thorough, very understanding, and genuinely cares about her patients.

Jun 30, 2026
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Very professional and great service

Jun 29, 2026
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She gave me ADHD medicine and I am finally improving! She and her staff are always caring.

Jun 25, 2026
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Excellent

Jun 24, 2026
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Nice friendly office staff. Always able to get an appointment. Dr. O listens and is very helpful.

Jun 20, 2026
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Sarah and staff are the best. They are professional and very understanding and caring.

Jun 18, 2026
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I would and have recommended this practice to many people in search.

Jun 18, 2026
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I would recommend this office to anyone

Jun 13, 2026
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I absolutely love Sara. She has been my rock throughout this very long journey for me. I don't know what I would do without her. She is always so kind, compassionate and understanding

Jun 13, 2026
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We have established a reciprocated trust based on truthfulness. I listen to her, she listens to me as I respond to her questions. What is important to me is valued. She puts me in control of my choices always explaining her view of outcomes. I feel supported without condescension. I very much appreciate Sarah Rings. She’s very good at being appropriately human. Thank you.

Jun 13, 2026
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Sarah and her staff are the most caring doctor/staff that Ive ever met!

Jun 13, 2026
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Good listener

Jun 3, 2026
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Very caring and dedicated person alized care

Jun 1, 2026
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Absolutely LOVE Sarah.... She's excellent at her job! Great Human !!!

May 30, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Of course I would. She has been a great help to me.

May 30, 2026
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A place worth getting the help you need.

May 28, 2026
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Getting lots of health and positive feedback

May 26, 2026
Very relaxing and concerned about how I was doing

May 22, 2026
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Highly recommend

May 19, 2026
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She’s very knowledgeable and answers my questions cogently

May 8, 2026
Courteous, friendly, knowledgeable, caring, appropriate

May 8, 2026
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Recommend her

May 7, 2026
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First Rate

May 2, 2026
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Dr. O is AMAZING!!!!

May 2, 2026
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Ryan, Nancy, and staff are wonderful, caring professionals.

May 1, 2026
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Good bedside manners and I will recommend him because of his knowledge.

Apr 30, 2026
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They have really helped me and are always very courteous, outstanding people skills and work as a team to provide me with valuable tools to be able to identify my hurdles in life as they come along.

Apr 26, 2026
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I’m in good hands with Sarah she has my best interest at heart and will be there if needed

Apr 22, 2026
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Excellent Care!

Apr 13, 2026
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Very kind, relatable and also professional. I highly recommend.

Apr 11, 2026
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Very knowledgeable and extremely easy to talk to!

Apr 7, 2026
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Good Doctor

Apr 6, 2026
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Sarah is very thorough , very understanding and generally cares about her patient's. I would her services to friends and family.

Apr 2, 2026
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Good care, informed Dr. And staff

Apr 1, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
That Sarah is nice to talk to

Apr 1, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
They're very good at returning calls and assisting with everything

Mar 30, 2026
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The whole team is well worth the drive.

Mar 28, 2026
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Sarah, is always professionall,and kind. She explain's topics throughly.

Mar 27, 2026
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Sarah is great. She really listens and helps figure out what is working and what isn't.

Mar 25, 2026
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Excellent nurses and staff

Mar 25, 2026
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Tis office is very easy to work with

Mar 25, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Ryan Hartman actually listens to my concerns and takes time to learn about my individual needs. I’ve had negative experiences with other medical professionals not listening or wanting to rush things, but with Ryan this has never been the case. He truly listens, explains things well, and helps me work towards achieving balanced mental health.

Mar 21, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
That they are sensitive to your needs