About SOS Wellness
At SOS Wellness , we believe that mental health care should be compassionate, personalized, and accessible to everyone. Founded on the principles of empathy, clinical excellence, and community partnership, we are committed to helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with strength, clarity, and hope. We specialize in evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression , attention disorders, autism spectrum support , trauma , substance use, and co-occurring conditions. Our integrated care model addresses the emotional, social, and physical dimensions of well-being—because healing is never one-dimensional.
Our Story
SOS Wellness was founded by Dr. Irfan Ahmed Dahar, a psychiatrist with over 30 years of experience spanning community mental health, forensic psychiatry, addiction treatment, and lifespan care across underserved and rural populations. Through decades of practice, he witnessed the same barriers repeatedly: long waitlists for treatment, limited access to integrated services for co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions, and a shortage of neurodiversity-affirming, family-centered providers. We believe mental health treatment should be as accessible and judgment-free as any other medical care.
From day one, we committed to the highest standards of clinical quality. Our dedication to serving our community with evidence-based care led us to achieve CARF accreditation and OhioMHAS licensure—credentials that hold us accountable to measurable outcomes and rigorous clinical standards.
We continue expanding our services and team to meet the needs of individuals and families across Greater Cincinnati who are seeking integrated, affirming mental health treatment. Solutions Over Stigma isn’t just our name—it’s our daily commitment to removing barriers and providing the care our community deserves.
Our Mission
To provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health and addiction services that empower individuals and families to heal, grow, and thrive—removing barriers to treatment and creating pathways to lasting wellness.
Our Core Values
Solutions Over Stigma: We create safe, welcoming environments where seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
CARF & OhioMHAS Excellence
National accreditation and state licensure from day one, ensuring quality, accountability, and measurable outcomes.
Our Team
Our multidisciplinary team includes board-certified psychiatrists, licensed therapists (LISW, LPC, LPCC), psychiatric nurse practitioners, case managers, and behavioral health professionals who bring warmth, expertise, and a shared commitment to client-centered care. Led by Dr. Irfan Ahmed Dahar, Medical Director, our team fosters a culture of collaboration, clinical excellence, and lifelong learning. We’re proud to serve our community with compassion, integrity, and evidence-based practice.
Our Clinical & Ethical Standards
At SOS Wellness LLC, our commitment to mental health care is guided by strict clinical integrity, ethical practice, and transparent communication. We prioritise patient well-being above all business or marketing goals through the following standards:
Patient Advocacy and Non-Coercion
We maintain a supportive, non-coercive environment where patients are empowered to make informed decisions about their treatment. We do not use high-pressure solicitation, limited-time medical offers, or sales-driven tactics. Our focus is on respectful, patient-centred care.
Neurodiversity-Affirming & Inclusive Care
At SOS Wellness, we proudly stand for Solutions Over Stigma. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and neurotypes. Our team is trained in cultural humility, trauma-informed care, and inclusive communication—creating safe, empowering spaces where every client feels seen, respected, and supported.
We celebrate neurodiversity and recognize that there are many valid ways of experiencing and interacting with the world. Our services are designed to honor each person’s unique strengths, challenges, and goals.
Building For The Future
As SOS Wellness grows, we remain committed to expanding access to quality mental health care. We’re building a practice where barriers to treatment are removed, evidence-based care meets cultural humility, families heal together, innovation enhances care, and stigma gives way to solutions. We’re committed to serving our community today while continually expanding access to those who need it most.