FREE & Reduced-Cost Mental Health Resources
Finding FREE and reduced-cost support resources can present a challenge. Here at The Homeschool Counseling Network Inc., we are working hard to help bridge this gap.
We aim to help ease the burden of seeking support services by doing some legwork for you.
It is our sincerest wish to offer families comfort, encouragement, and support by connecting homeschooling families with resources to help meet their counseling and mental health needs.
For a description of the different types of credentials providers may have, please visit our Counseling 101 page included as part of HCN’s FREE Resource Library.
This page is just like us – always learning, always growing.
To help make counseling, educational, and mental health support services accessible, we have compiled the below resource list of free and reduced-cost support services. This list is by no means comprehensive or exhaustive. Furthermore, it is the responsibility of the consumer to perform his or her due diligence before seeking care from any provider.
| Agency/Provider | Discipline/Credentials | Specialties | State/Country | Virtual Sessions | Website | Religious (R) or Secular (S) | Populations Served |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breathe Ministry (Kay Warren - Saddlebacl Church) | Pastoral Counseling, Mental Health Professionals | 988), FREE Downloadable Resource Guide | Multiple | Yes (Zoom) | www.kaywarren.com/breathe | R | Adults |
| Embracing Mental Illness & Faith (Marie Dee) | Pastoral Counseling | Community & Support for Caregivers of Family Members with Mental Illness in FOUR Areas: 1. Monthly Newsletter 2. Facebook Group 3. Real Talk, Real Support Monthly Zoom Call every 2nd Wed @ 6:30pm MT [Link in FB group or Newsletter], 4. Mental Health Zoom Presentations {Join email list for details} | Multiple | Yes (Zoom) Online Articles | www.embracingtheunexpected.com | R | Adults |
| Circles of Hope (Marie Dee) | Pastoral Counseling | Mental Health Caregiver Support (meets in person 3rd Wed of every month - also on Zoom - see website for details) | Multiple | Yes (Zoom) | www.embracingtheunexpected.com | R | Adults |
| Faith & Support for OCD (Rev. Katie O'Dunne) | Chaplain/Pastoral Care | Faith Based Support Groups for OCD (Multiple Times - See Website) | Multiple | Yes (Zoom) | www.revkatieodunne.com/faithandocdsupport | R | Adults |
| Crisis Text Line | Volunteer Crisis Counselors (Spanish Speaking) | Gun Violence, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Depression, Suicide, Self-Harm | Multiple (US, UK, Ireland. Canada) | Yes (Text, Chat, WhatsApp) | Crisis Text Line | S | Adolescents and Adults |
| Lifeline | 24/7 Confidential Support | Lifeline/Helpline, Suicide Crisis Line, Peer Support (Auckland DHB Mental Health Services), Parent Helpline, Lifeline Connect (Business Teams/Community Workers) | New Zealand | Yes | Lifeline | ||
| Enliven | Home and community support led by passionate professionals | Support for older people and those with disabilities and injuries | New Zealand | Yes | Eliven Maximizing Independence | R | Adults |
| Family Works | Passionate professionals supporitng children and families in New Zealand | Nonprofit organization supporting families | New Zealand | Yes | Family Works | R | Familes |
| Presbyterian Support Northern | Focus on New Zealand's most vulnerable by providing them with practical support and advice | Nonprofit organization providing support services | New Zealand | Yes and In-Person (New Zealand) | Presbyterian Support Northern | R | Elderly, those with injuries or disabilities, families, parents, children, young people, and communities |
| Shine | Leading New Zealand specialist family violence service provider (safety programs, safe housing, helpline, advocacy, non-violence programs) | Nonprofit organization service provider in NZ | New Zealand | Yes | Shine | R | Family violence prevention and support, crisis intervention support |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) | Who We Are | SAMHSA is the agency within the U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation | United States | Yes (In Crisis? Text or call 988) | Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration | S | Children, Adolescents, Adults, Families, National Helpline, 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline |
| National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) | About NAMI | NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness . The largest grassroots mental health organization in the United States. | United States | Yes (Text "helpline" to 62640) | National Alliance on Mental Illness | S | Children, Adolescents, Adults, Families |
| National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) | About NIMH | NIMH is the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders. Resource information on mental health disorders (health topics, statistics, brochures and fact sheets, clinical trials and help for mental illness) | United States | Find Help | National Institute of Mental Health | S | Children, Adolescents, Adults |
| Mental Health Hotline | About Mental Health Hotline | Free & Confidential 24/7 Assistance for Anxiety, Depression, Psychosis, Trauma | United States (Searchable Database for resources by state) | Yes (see website) | Mental Health Hotline | R & S | Multiple Populations (includes various ages, families, couples, students, first responders, and professionals) |
| Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) | About ADMH | Alabama Crisis System of Care, Provider List, Resources, Documents Library, Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Senior Care | Alabama, USA | Possibly | Alabama Department of Mental Health | S | Multiple |
| Alaska Department of Behavioral Health | Alaska Department of Health (Behavioral Health Division) | Alaska Department of Health Services - Divisions: Behavioral Health, Public Assistance, Public Health, Seniors & Disability Services, Health Care Services | Alaska, USA | Unknown | Alaska Department of Health (Behavioral Health Division) | S | Multiple |
| Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) | Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System | Arizona Programs and Covered Services for Health Care | Arizona, USA | Unknown | AHCCCS | S | Adults, Caretakers/Relatives, Children, Seniors, Individuals with Disabilities, Adolescents, |
| Arkansas Department of Human Services | Division of Aging, Adult, & Behavioral Health Services | Arkansas Department of Human Services | Arkansas, USA | Unknown | Arkansas Division of Aging, Adult, & Behavioral Health Services | S | Multiple |
| California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) | About California DHCS | Behavioral Health Treatment Division of DHCS | California, USA | Unknown | Behavioral Health Treatment Division | S | Multiple |
| Colorado Crisis Services | What Is Colorado Crisis Services? | Confidential immediate support from trained professionals and peer specialists | Colorado, USA | Yes | Colorado Crisis Services | S | Multiple (Text "Talk" to 38255) |
| Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing | About Us | Colorado Dept of Health Care List of Programs">Health First Colorado | Colorado, USA | Unknown | Colorado Behavioral Health Services | S | Multiple |
| Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services | Agency Directory | Services offered | Connecticut, USA | Unknown | CT Dept of MH & Addiction Services | S | Multiple |
| Delaware Division of Substance Abuse & Mental Health (DHSS) | Contact Information | Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services | Delaware, USA | Unknown | DE Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | S | Multiple |
| Florida Dept of Health | About Us | Programs & Services: Mental Health | Florida, USA | Unknown | FL Mental Health Division | S | Multiple |
| Georgia Dept of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) | Our Services | Programs & Services for Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities | Georgia, USA | Unknown | Find Services in Your Area | S | Multiple |
| Hawaii State Dept of Health (Adult Mental Health Division) | About Us | Adult mental health programs and services | Hawaii, USA | Unknown | Access To Services | S | Adults |
| Hawaii State Dept of Health (Behavioral Health Services Administration) | About Us | Alcohol & Drug Abuse, Adult Mental Health, Child & Adolescent Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities | Hawaii, USA | Unknown | Program Directory | S | Children, Adolescents, Adults, Families, Seniors, |
| Idaho Dept of Health & Welfare | About Us | Adult & Child Behavioral Health, Crisis Resources, Alcohol & Substance Use Disorders, Suicide Prevention | Idaho, USA | Unknown | Idaho Behavioral Health | S | Children, Adolescents, Adults |
| Illinois Department of Health (Mental Health Division) | About Us | Adult & Child Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, Suicide Prevention, Substance Abuse | Illinois, USA | Unknown | Mental Health Division | S | Children, Adolescents, Adults |
| Indiana Family & Social Services Administration | About Us | Disability Services, Mental Health & Addiction, Aging Services | Indiana, USA | Unknown | Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services | S | Children, Adolescents, Adults, Seniors |
| Iowa Health & Human Services (Mental & Behavioral Health) | Find A Provider | Disaster Assistance, Housing/Homelessness, Inpatient Facilities, MHDS Regions, Crisis Services, Gambling, Substance Use Disorders, Injury & Violence Prevention | Iowa, USA | Unknown | Mental & Behavioral Health | S | Children, Adolescents, Adults |
| Kansas Department for Aging & Disability Services/Behavioral Health Services | About Us | Long-Term Services & Supports, Home & Community-Based Services. Nursing Facility & Adult Care-Home Programs, Aging Services, Behavioral Health | Kansas, USA | Unknown | Behavioral Health Services | S | Children, Adolescents, Adults |
| Kentucky Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities | About Us | Social Services, Public Health, Family Services | Kentucky, USA | Unknown | Website | S | Children, Adolescents, Adults |
| Louisiana - Office of Behavioral Health/Mental Health Services | About Us | Addictive Disorders, Behavioral Health, Managed Care, Mental Health | Louisiana, USA | Unknown | Website | S | Children, Adolescents, Adults |
| Maine - Department of Health & Human Services | About Us | Impaired Driving (DEEP), Substance Use Disorders, Mental Health Services, Housing Services, Employment Services, Justice System Related Services, Rights & Legal Issues | Maine, USA | Unknown | Mental Health Services | S | Children, Adolescents, Adults |
| Maryland - Department of Health | About Us | Behavioral Health Resources & Programs | Maryland, USA | Unknown | Behavioral Health Administration | S | All |
| Massachusetts Department of Mental Health | Contact Us | Who We Serve | Massachusetts , USA | Unknown | Find Resources | S | All |
| Michigan - Health & Human Services (Mental Health Division) | About Us (Inside MDHHS) | Adult & Children Resources | Michigan, USA | Unknown | Adult & Children Mental Health Services | S | All |
| Minnesota Depart of Human Services (Adult Mental Health) | About UsAbout Us">Contact Us | Programs & Services | Minnesota, USA | Unknown | Adult Mental Health Resources | S | Adult |
| Minnesota Department of Human Services (Children & Families) | About Us">Contact Us | Children & Families | Minnesota, USA | Unknown | Services | S | Children & Families |
| Mississippi Department of Mental Health | Who We Are | Service Options | Mississippi, USA | Unknown | Website | S | All |
| Missouri Department of Mental Health | Contact Us | Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse, Mental Illness, Developmental Disabilities, Crisis Assistance, Programs | Missouri, USA | Yes | Website | S | All |
| Montana Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities | Contact Us | Adult Mental Health, Children's Mental Health Services, Developmental Disabilities Services, Suicide Prevention, Substance Use Disorder Treatment, Grants | Montana, USA | Unknown | Website | S | All |
| Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services | Contact (Scroll to bottom) | Behavioral Health | Nebraska, USA | Unknown | Divisions of Behavioral Health | S | All |
| Nevada Department of Health & Human Services - Division of Public & Behavioral Health | Contact | Programs | Nevada, USA | Unknown | Behavioral Health Wellness & Prevention Programs | S | All |
| New Hampshire Department of Health & Human Services | About Us | Mental Health Programs | New Hampshire, USA | Unknown | Programs & Services | S | All |
| New Jersey Department of Human Services (Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services) | About Us | Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services | New Jersey, USA | Unknown | Consumer Resources & Services | S | All |
| New Mexico Human Services Department (Behavioral Health Services Division) | About the Department | Overview of the Department | New Mexico, USA | Unknown | Behavioral Health Services Division | S | All |
| New York State Office of Mental Health | About Us | Find A Mental Health Program | New York, USA | Unknown | Website | S | All |
| North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services (Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Use Services) | Contact Us (Scroll to Bottom of Page) | Division of MH, DD, & SU Services | North Carolina, USA | Unknown | What We Do - Services | S | All |
| North Dakota Mental Health Program Directory | About Us/Contact (Scroll to Bottom) | Types of Services | North Dakota, USA | Unknown | Find A Program Near You | S | All |
| Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services | What We Do/About Us | Know Our Programs & Services | Ohio, USA | Unknown | Learn & Find Help | S | All |
| Oklahoma Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services | About Us | About Treatment | Oklahoma, USA | Unknown | Finding TreatmentService Directory | S | All |
| Oregon Health Authority - Behavioral Health Division | Oregon Dept of Health - Behavioral Health | Types of Services | Oregon, USA | Unknown | Oregon Dept of Health - Behavioral Health Division | ||
| Substance Abuse Services | Behavioral Health Services | List of Services | Pennsylvania, USA | Unknown | Pennsylvania Office of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services | ||
| Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals | About Us | Rhode Island list of Mental Health Services | Rhode Island, USA | Unknown | Rhode Island Dept of Beh Health, Dev Disabilities, & Hospitals | ||
| South Carolina Dept of Mental Health | Who We Are | Services & Programs | South Carolina, USA | Unknown | Programs | ||
| South Dakota - Dept of Health (Mental Health Division) | About Us | Mental Health Resources | South Dakota, USA | Unknown | Programs & Services | ||
| Tennessee Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services | Who We Are | Programs & Services | Tennessee, USA | Unknown | Website | ||
| Texas Health & Human Services | About Us - Mission & Vision | Programs | Texas, USA | Unknown | Apply for Benefits | ||
| Utah Dept of Health & Human Services (Substance Use & Mental Health) | Contact Us | Services Overview | Utah, USA | Unknown | Prevention, Treatment, Recovery & Supports | ||
| Vermont Department of Mental Health | About Us | Our Services | Vermont, USA | Unknown | Website | ||
| Virginia Dept of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities | About Us | Office of Behavioral Health Wellness | Virginia, USA | Unknown | Website | ||
| Washington State Dept of Social & Health Services- Behavioral Health Administration | Meet Our Leadership | Mental Health & Addiction Services | Washington, USA | Unknown | Department of Social & Health Services | ||
| West Virginia Bureau for Behavioral Health | About Us | Get Connected (Services) | West Virginia, USA | Unknown | Website | ||
| Wisconsin Department of Health Services | About Us | Mental Health Care & Coverage | Wisconsin, USA | Unknown | Mental Health Home | ||
| Wyoming Dept of Health - Behavioral Health Division | About Us | Behavioral Health Division | Wyoming, USA | Unknown | Website & Contact | ||
| Washington D.C. - D.C. Department of Behavioral Health | About | Services | Washington D.C. USA | Unknown | Website | ||
| USA.Gov (Mental Health_ | United States Government Mental Health Resources | Hotlines, referral resources | Multiple | Unknown | Website | ||
| USA.Gov (Substance Abuse) | USA Government Substance Abuse Referral Resources | Hotlines, referral resources | Multiple | Unknown | Website | ||
This website is not a professional counseling website and nothing here should be construed as professional counseling advice. Although Kimberly Bennett, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor, she is not your counselor, and no counselor-client relationship is established unless she has signed an agreement with you. All information provided through this website is for informational and educational purposes only.
