6 Resources
Chicago chapter of NAMI offering support groups, education programs, and an information/referral helpline for individuals and families affected by mental illness. NAMI Chicago hosts free weekly peer support groups for adults, family support groups for loved ones, and educational programs like Family-to-Family and NAMI Basics. Fathers navigating mental health challenges while managing custody or co-parenting can find community and practical guidance here.
312-563-0445 · 1801 W Warner Ave, Suite 202, Chicago, IL 60613
Statewide NAMI office providing advocacy, education, and support programs for those affected by mental illness. Connects callers to local affiliate chapters throughout Illinois. Programs include NAMI Family Support Group, Peer-to-Peer, and In Our Own Voice presentations. Fathers living with or supporting a family member with mental illness can get referrals to local chapters and learn about available classes and support networks.
217-522-1403 · 101 N Wacker Dr, 17th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606
Illinois' largest community mental health provider serving over 17,000 people annually with psychiatric care, housing support, employment services, and wellness programs throughout the Chicago area. Thresholds uses a recovery-oriented approach with individualized treatment plans. Sliding fees and Medicaid are accepted. Fathers dealing with serious mental illness, co-occurring disorders, or housing instability can call 773-572-5500 to learn about intake and available programs.
773-572-5500 · 4101 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60613
County-operated behavioral health clinics providing psychiatric care, counseling, and substance abuse treatment for Cook County residents. Cook County Health operates multiple mental health clinics across Chicago and the suburbs serving patients regardless of insurance status. Sliding-fee scales are available. Fathers in need of therapy, medication management, or crisis stabilization can call for an intake appointment at the clinic nearest them.
312-864-0200 · 4800 W Chicago Ave, 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL 60651
Community behavioral health center on Chicago's West Side providing mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, and crisis intervention. Bobby E. Wright serves Garfield Park and surrounding West Side neighborhoods with a full range of outpatient and intensive services. A sliding fee scale makes care accessible for uninsured or low-income fathers. Call to schedule an intake evaluation and learn about available therapy and psychiatric services.
773-722-7900 · 9 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
Comprehensive behavioral health organization providing mental health services, crisis intervention, and substance abuse treatment across Chicago's north and northwest sides. C4 offers individual therapy, group counseling, psychiatric medication management, and crisis stabilization. Multiple Chicago locations make services accessible. Fathers seeking affordable mental health or substance use care can call for an intake appointment and ask about sliding-fee options.
773-769-0205 · 4740 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640