River’s Bend delivers trusted, compassionate outpatient care with quick access, strong referral partnerships, and nearly 30 years of clinical integrity.

(PRUnderground) June 17th, 2025

In a behavioral health landscape where trust is critical and fragmentation is common, River’s Bend stands out for what matters most: clinical integrity, compassionate care, and deep respect for the professionals who refer to them.

For nearly 30 years, River’s Bend has partnered with therapists, physicians, employee assistance programs (EAPs), school counselors, and residential treatment programs to ensure clients receive seamless, evidence-based outpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorders.

Whether a patient is stepping down from residential care, transitioning after crisis intervention, or seeking structured support beyond weekly therapy, River’s Bend provides quick access to care with both virtual and in-person options—including Mental Health IOP, Substance Use Disorder IOP, PHP, Adolescent IOP, and Early Recovery Groups.

“Referral relationships are built on trust, not transactions,” says Cheryl Narduzzi, Business Development Liaison at River’s Bend. “We know how hard referral partners work to earn their clients’ confidence. Our job is to honor that trust by communicating clearly, acting quickly, and treating every client with dignity and individualized attention. We’re not a revolving door; we’re an extension of your care.”

“Every client we receive is carrying more than symptoms; they’re carrying a story someone else has already helped them start to tell,” says Amy Fresch, MA, LPC, and Clinical Director of IOP at River’s Bend. “That’s why our support to referral partners isn’t just clinical, it’s relational. We work together to understand the full picture, so our clients feel supported, not passed off.”

“River’s Bend exemplifies true collaboration, consistently prioritizing timely, patient-centered care,” says Dustin Ames, MBA, BSN, RN, and CEO of Metropolitan Behavioral Health. “Their strong communication, responsive referrals, and dedicated follow-up allow us to work together in elevating the quality of care for individuals in need.”

In an era when too many behavioral health decisions are made behind closed doors, River’s Bend is taking a different path, one grounded in transparency, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to long-term healing.

To explore a referral partnership or request an in-person or virtual meeting or tour, contact Cheryl Narduzzi at cnarduzzi@riversbendpc.com or visit the new professional partners’ website.

About River’s Bend P.C.

River’s Bend is a nationally accredited, privately owned outpatient behavioral health clinic located in Troy and West Bloomfield, MI. Specializing in Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and trauma-informed care, River’s Bend offers personalized treatment for mental health and substance use disorders in a compassionate, community-first setting.

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