1,072 organizations
How mental health care works in Georgia
If you're in crisis right now — or someone you love is — call or text 988, or call the Georgia Crisis & Access Line at 1-800-715-4225. Real people answer 24/7, they can talk you through tonight, and they can send a mobile crisis team instead of police in many situations.
For ongoing counseling, Georgia's community service boards offer therapy and psychiatry on a sliding scale — you don't need insurance. Be ready for a waitlist for regular appointments; crisis lines never have one. Some nonprofits and training clinics offer free or cheap counseling with shorter waits — ask 211 what's open near you.
What to expect when you call: a screening conversation (10–20 minutes) about what's going on, then an intake appointment. Saying "I'm in crisis" moves you faster. You can ask for a Spanish-speaking counselor.
Vision Rehabilitation Services of Georgia helps people of all ages who are blind or have low vision. They provide low-vision exams, daily living skills, mobility training, technology help, job readiness, counseling, and programs for youth and adults age 55 and older.
10 services
Stupid Cancer is a nonprofit for teens and young adults affected by cancer. It helps patients, survivors, caregivers, and professionals connect through online meetups, in-person events, education, stories, and CancerCon.
7 services
Luminaries is a cancer survivor-led nonprofit that helps cancer survivors build healthier self-care habits after a diagnosis. Its main service is a free online wellness program with a survey, personal results, daily digital practices, and follow-up analysis over six months.
3 services
BELOVED Atlanta helps adult women who have survived sex trafficking, prostitution, addiction, and sexual exploitation. They provide a free two-year residential program in Atlanta homes, plus community-based support through counseling, case management, life skills, employment help, and connection to care.
4 services
