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.
Parents Anonymous, Inc. supports parents, caregivers, children, and youth through free helpline support, parent groups, peer support, mental health services, and family-strengthening programs. Its National Parent & Youth Helpline is available across the United States by phone, text, or live chat 24 hours a day.
11 services
Canton Counseling is a private counseling practice in Canton, Georgia. They help children, teens, adults, couples, and families with counseling for anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, divorce, parenting, relationship problems, and other mental health needs.
8 services
The U.S. Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment helps wounded, ill, and injured Marines, Sailors attached to Marine units, and their families. It connects them to recovery planning, care coordination, benefits help, transition support, adaptive sports, and a 24/7 call center.
8 services
Sad Dads Club is a nonprofit peer community for fathers and non-birthing parents grieving the death of a child. It offers free Zoom support meetings, a private Discord community, writing and art sessions, and retreats. The group is based in Maine and serves people online, including people outside Maine.
6 services