We are working toward a future when the importance of prevention and effective, early intervention to treat mental illness is recognized. We believe in recovery at any stage. We're here to help with the concerns and challenges of better mental health across the spectrum.
We help adults with mental health disabilities meet critical and basic needs as a foundation for their wellness. We offer courses and activities for teens and adults to learn and practice self-management skills for better self-regulation and We educate youth, families, and community groups about mental health so that we can take better care of ourselves individually and as a community.
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Services Offered
* Linkage to resources * Individual and group crisis counseling * Public education * Community networking and support * Informational presentations
YOUTH
Mental Health Matters - is a course taught in public schools, with two curriculi (for sixth graders and ninth graders) to introduce students to mental health topics.
FAMILY
Family Advocates - are here for the community! They are easily accessed by telephone and in person. They will meet with individuals and family members on one-to-one or in small groups. Family Advocates also facilitate support groups and coordinate services with our National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) volunteers.
Family Support Group - provides parents and other caregivers with information and support for a serious mental illness in the family.
ADULTS
Depression & Bipolar Support Group - course is for adults with mood disorders to find comfort and direction in a confidential and supportive setting.
FAMILY
Family Advocates - are here for the community! They are easily accessed by telephone and in person. They will meet with individuals and family members on one-to-one or in small groups. Family Advocates also facilitate support groups and coordinate services with our National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) volunteers.
Family Support Group - provides parents and other caregivers with information and support for a serious mental illness in the family.
Support for Parents of Teens (SPOT) - group is welcome to parents with concerns about their teens' mental health. We offer a mid-day mom's group.
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A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.