National Resources
AMERICAN PSYCHIATRIC ASSOCIATION
Provides education about various mental disorders and medication treatment.
www.psychiatry.org
AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION
Provides education about a range of mental health issues such as articles on special topics and tips for choosing a psychotherapist,
www.apa.org
BESTCOLLEGES.COM – Resources for College Students
The purpose of this guide is to help identify the signs and symptoms of common mental health issues for college students — and where and when to seek help. Left untreated, these issues can become debilitating and even life-threatening. If you feel that you may be experiencing these issues or find yourself concerned for a friend or peer, it is important to take action now.
http://www.bestcolleges.com/resources/top-5-mental-health-problems-facing-college-students/
BRING CHANGE TO MIND
A nonprofit organization dedicated to encouraging dialogue about mental health, and to raising awareness, understanding, and empathy.
www.bringchange2mind.org
CHANGE DIRECTION
Resources, Education tools and Public Service Announcements geared toward mental health awareness education.
www.changedirection.org
MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA
Community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and to promoting the overall mental health of all Americans. Their work is driven by our commitment to promote mental health as a critical part of overall wellness, including prevention services for all, early identification and intervention for those at risk, integrated care, services, and supports for those who need it, with recovery as the goal.
www.mentalhealthamerica.net
NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS
The nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Provides education and connects to NAMI Wisconsin for local resources.
www.nami.org (national website)
www.namiwisconsin.org (local website)
NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION
An advocacy, education and support organization working to address the needs of people with mental health-related needs and mental illnesses.
www.nmha.org
OK 2 TALK
National Alliance on Mental Illness sponsors a website, especially for young people. It’s a community for teens and young adults struggling with mental health problems.
www.ok2talk.org
SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
Provides education and resources for a variety of topics on mental health and substance abuse.
www.samhsa.gov
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Provides education and resources for a variety of topics on mental health.
www.mentalhealth.gov
Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE)
SAVE is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention of suicide through public awareness and education, reduce stigma and serve as a resource to those touched by suicide.
https://save.org/
Minnesota Resources
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota
Connects people with opportunities to live and work with dignity, safety and hope. Services span physical health and safety and emotional well-being. https://www.lssmn.org/
Medica Member PrePurchased Medication and Suboxone Appointments
Provides access to medication management services, as well as to appointments with suboxone certified providers (those are more in west metro, so if transportation is an issue, that may not be a viable option, although Medicaid members could get a ride set up). Call 1-800-848-8327 between 8 am and 5 pm M – F with Crisis Assessment information and let the person who answers know you are calling about a pre-purchased appointment and need to speak to a care advocate.
Mental Health Resources
A progressive, nonprofit organization that offers community-based mental health and substance use disorder services to adults recovering from serious mental illness. http://www.mhresources.org/
Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH)
MACMH’s mission is to promote positive mental health for all infants, children, adolescents and their families. https://www.macmh.org/
NAMI Minnesota
A non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with mental illnesses and their families. For over 40 years, NAMI Minnesota has worked to promote the development of community mental health programs and services, change public attitudes about mental illnesses, improve access to services and increase opportunities for recovery. https://namimn.org/
Open Cities Health Clinic – Behavioral Health
Individual, couple, adolescent, child, and family therapy, diagnostic assessment, mental health consultation and referral, support and counseling groups, treatment planning, psychoeducation and classes, Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (ARMHS). Call (651) 290-9200 between 8 am and 5 pm M-F to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins also welcome at 409 North Dunlap, St. Paul, MN 55104.
https://opencitieshealth.org/health-care-services/behavioral-health/
Ramsey County Mental Health Center – CCBHC/Partial Hospitalization
Group and individuals therapy, outpatient co-occurring substance use disorder treatment, partial hospitalization services, psychiatry, peer services, ARMHS, and crisis services. For outpatient services, call 651-266-7890 M-F 8:00-4:30.
https://www.ramseycounty.us/residents/health-medical/clinics-services/mental-behavorial-health/certified-community-behavioral-health-clinics
United Family Medicine – Mental Health
Mental health assessment and counseling provided by on-site licensed psychologists. To receive mental health services, individuals need to already be a patient for medical and/or dental at United Family Health, or register for those services. Call (651) 241-1000 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins welcome.
Wilder Mental and Chemical Health Services
The CCBHC model promotes a high level of comprehensive and coordinated integrated mental health and substance use disorders care, servicing adults and children. Call (651)280-2310 to make an appointment, referral or ask any questions.
https://www.wilder.org/what-we-offer/mental-chemical-health-services
Nexus of Hope Psychiatry & Mental Health Wellness
10585 165th ST W, Suite B
Lakeville, MN 55044
952-955-4110
info@nexusofhope.com
https://www.nexusofhope.com/
Wisconsin Resources
AIDS RESOURCE CENTER OF WISCONSIN (ARCW)
Professional Therapy, Psychiatric (Medication) Services and Substance Use/Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services are provided to those with HIV.
Call to schedule an appointment: (414) 273-1991
www.arcw.org
ALL PEOPLE’S CHURCH-HAVENWOODS CLINIC (40th Street)
Call to schedule an appointment (414) 763-5051
AURORA FAMILY SERVICES: FAMILY COUNSELING CLINIC
Provides counseling and therapy for individuals, couples, and families.
Call to schedule an appointment (414) 342-4560
AURORA HEALTHCARE: PSYCHIATRIC SERVICES & THERAPISTS
Provides Psychiatric (Medication) and Psychotherapy Services for individuals who have medical insurance. For a list of companies that typically cover Aurora Health care services click on the link below or call (888) 863-5502.
https://www.aurorahealthcare.org/patients-visitors/billing-payment/insurance-claims/insurance-providers
AURORA WALKER’S POINT COMMUNITY CLINIC
Provides services for uninsured and homeless individuals. Can help people get connected with other mental health providers and services.
WALK-INS ACCEPTED (walk-ins are encouraged to arrive just before 8:00 am Monday-Thursday or they may not be seen) 130 West Bruce Street, Suite 200, Milwaukee, WI 53204 OR Call to schedule an appointment (414) 384-1400 or (414) 225-4215
BREAD OF HEALING CLINIC-THREE LOCATIONS (see below)
Provides counseling, social services, and psychiatric services to individuals without insurance. For more information about Bread of Life view their website:
http://www.breadofhealingclinic.org
COMMUNITY ADVOCATES
Variety of programs including mental health services. Visit the website or call the main office.
http://communityadvocates.net/
(414) 449-4777
CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH (16th Street)
Call to schedule an appointment (414) 977-0001 or (414) 313-9430.
DOWNTOWN HEALTH CENTER
Teen-Tot Clinic
Program for Teenage parents which includes mental health services. A clinic will help with insurance enrollment. Sliding fee scale available.
Call to schedule an appointment (414) 277-8900
EASTBROOK CHURCH (Green Bay Ave)
Call to schedule an appointment (414) 228-5220 ext.107
THE HEALING CENTER OF AURORA HEALTH CARE
Individual and group counseling, advocacy and education to adult victims of sexual assault. Uninsured accepted.
Call to schedule an appointment (414) 671-4325
thehealingcenter.org
IMPACT, INC.-SCREENING, AND REFERRAL
Provides screening and referral for alcohol and other drug abuse treatment. No direct mental health care services provided. Uninsured accepted.
WALK-INS Accepted 6737 W. Washington Street, Suite 2225, Milwaukee, WI 53214; (414) 649-4380
www.impactinc.org
MILWAUKEE COUNTY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIVISION (two locations)
Provides mental health screening, referral, and brief counseling. Alcohol and drug abuse screening and referral services provided. Uninsured accepted.
http://county.milwaukee.gov/BehavioralHealthDivi7762.htm
Call to schedule appointment. WALK-INS Accepted 8:00 am – 2:00 pm (in order of arrival)
9455 Watertown Plank Road, Milwaukee, WI 53226 (414) 257-7665
WALK-INS Accepted. 804 W. Greenfield Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53204 (414) 316-4156
MILWAUKEE HEALTH SERVICES, INC
Mental health services available for all ages. Uninsured accepted.
Call to schedule appointment. WALK-INS Accepted. (two locations)
www.mhsi.org
Isaac Coggs Heritage Health Center
8200 W. Silver Spring Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53218 (414) 760-3900
MLK Heritage Health Center
2555 N. Martin Luther King Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53212 (414) 372-8080
M&S CLINICAL SERVICES-SCREENING AND REFERRAL
Provides screening and referral for alcohol and other drug abuse treatment. No direct mental health care services provided. Uninsured accepted.
WALK-INS Accepted 2821 N. 4th Street, Suite 516, Milwaukee, WI 53212 (414) 263-6000
msclinical516@sbcglobal.net
OUTREACH COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS (two locations)
Mental Health Services. Helps to coordinate services and helps individuals enroll in insurance and other benefits. Uninsured accepted.
Call to schedule appointment.
(414) 906-5306 (210 W. Capitol Drive location)
(414) 374-2400 (711 W. Capitol Drive location)
PATHFINDERS-HAND IN HAND PROGRAM
Hand in Hand is a therapy program for youth ages 6-17 providing individual and family therapy for youth who have been sexually abused or sexually assaulted. It is a voluntary program for victims who want to talk with a therapist about their past sexual victimization.
www.pathfindersmke.org Call to schedule appointment. (414) 964-2565 or (414) 963-6317