Mental Health in Michigan

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About Mental Health for Fathers

Mental health services in the US range from free crisis lines and public community mental health centers to private therapy and inpatient care. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline operates 24/7 nationwide and is free and confidential. SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP) connects callers with local treatment resources for mental health and substance use. Community Mental Health Centers exist in every state and serve people regardless of ability to pay, usually on sliding-scale fees. Medicaid covers mental health care in all states, and the ACA requires insurance plans to cover mental health at parity with medical care. Fathers are particularly at risk for undiagnosed depression, anxiety, and substance issues around separation and custody disputes — this directory surfaces crisis lines, low-cost therapy, support groups specifically for men, and state mental health authorities.

Mental Health in Michigan

Michigan family courts (a division of circuit court) handle custody and related matters in each of its 83 counties, with Friend of the Court offices providing investigation, mediation, and enforcement support specific to Michigan. The Office of Child Support runs statewide enforcement. Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, and Sterling Heights are the largest metros. Michigan Legal Help online self-help center is one of the most robust in the US.

16 Resources

1. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Free

Call or text 988 for free, confidential crisis support 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis. Michigan calls are routed to local or regional crisis centers staffed by trained counselors. Serves children, teens, and adults statewide; no insurance required. Callers can choose a Veterans, Spanish, or LGBTQ+ specialty line and request follow-up or local referrals.

988 · Statewide · 24/7 · Visit Website

2. Crisis Text Line — Free

Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling via text message from trained crisis counselors. Available to anyone in the US including Michigan residents in emotional distress or crisis. No insurance or personal information required to start. Counselors can help de-escalate, safety plan, and share local resources; available to youth and adults around the clock.

Text-based — national · 24/7 · Visit Website

3. NAMI Michigan — Free

Statewide mental health advocacy organization in Lansing offering free peer support groups, family education classes, helpline referrals, and mental health awareness programs. Serves individuals living with mental illness and their family members statewide. Programs are free; local affiliates host most in-person classes. Attendees can register online or by phone during business hours.

517-485-4049 · 921 N Washington Ave, Suite 100, Lansing, MI 48906 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website

4. NAMI Metro Detroit — Free

Local NAMI affiliate in Royal Oak serving Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties with free peer-led support groups, Family-to-Family education classes, and mental health resource navigation. Serves individuals and family members affected by mental illness. Programs are free and open to the public; attendees can register for support groups and classes online or by phone during business hours.

248-773-4673 · 1211 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website

5. NAMI Kent County (Grand Rapids) — Free

Free mental health support, education, and advocacy for the Grand Rapids and Kent County area. Peer-led support groups, Family-to-Family classes, and crisis resource referrals for individuals and family members affected by mental illness. Programs are free and open to the public; attendees can register for classes and support groups online or by phone during business hours.

616-331-1435 · Grand Rapids, MI 49503 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website

6. SAMHSA National Helpline — Free

Free, confidential 24/7 federal helpline for mental health and substance use disorder referrals, available in English and Spanish. Serves Michigan residents and their family members. No insurance required. Callers describe what they are looking for and receive referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations near their ZIP code.

1-800-662-4357 · National · 24/7 · Visit Website

7. Community Mental Health of Ottawa County — Free

Provides publicly funded mental health and substance abuse services for Ottawa County residents in Holland including crisis services, counseling, case management, and community support programs. Serves children and adults, with priority for Medicaid enrollees. Intake by phone during business hours; 24/7 crisis line available. Bring photo ID, insurance information, and a list of current medications.

616-393-5681 · 12265 James St, Holland, MI 49424 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis line 24/7 · Visit Website

8. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services - Behavioral Health — Free

State agency in Lansing overseeing Michigan's public mental health system, coordinating services through 46 Community Mental Health Service Programs across all 83 counties. Serves children and adults, with priority for Medicaid enrollees. Residents seeking direct services should contact their local CMH; MDHHS provides policy oversight, complaint review, and statewide program coordination.

517-241-7800 · 333 S Grand Ave, Lansing, MI 48933 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

9. Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, Ingham Counties — Free

Provides publicly funded mental health and substance abuse services for residents in the Lansing tri-county area including crisis services, counseling, case management, and community supports. Serves children and adults, with priority for Medicaid enrollees. Intake by phone during business hours; 24/7 crisis line available. Bring photo ID, insurance information, and a list of current medications.

517-346-8460 · 812 E Jolly Rd, Lansing, MI 48910 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis line 24/7 · Visit Website

10. Network180 (Kent County CMH) — Free

Kent County's community mental health authority providing mental health and substance abuse services, crisis intervention, and care coordination for Grand Rapids area residents. Serves children and adults, with priority for Medicaid enrollees. Intake by phone during business hours; 24/7 crisis line available. Bring photo ID, insurance information, and a list of current medications for intake.

616-336-3909 · 790 Fuller Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis line 24/7 · Visit Website

11. Oakland Community Health Network — Free

Oakland County's community mental health authority in Troy providing behavioral health services, crisis intervention, substance use services, and developmental disability supports. Serves children and adults, with priority for Medicaid enrollees. Intake is by phone during business hours; 24/7 crisis line available. Bring photo ID, insurance information, and a list of current medications.

248-858-1210 · 5505 Corporate Dr, Troy, MI 48098 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis line 24/7 · Visit Website

12. Macomb County Community Mental Health — Free

Provides publicly funded mental health, substance abuse, and intellectual and developmental disability services for Macomb County residents in Clinton Township. Serves children and adults, with priority for Medicaid enrollees. Intake by phone during business hours; 24/7 crisis line available. Bring photo ID, insurance information, and a list of current medications for intake appointments.

586-948-0222 · 22550 Hall Rd, Clinton Township, MI 48036 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis line 24/7 · Visit Website

13. Genesee Health System — Free

Community mental health authority in Flint providing behavioral health services, crisis intervention, substance abuse services, and case management for Genesee County residents. Serves children and adults, with priority for Medicaid enrollees. Intake by phone during business hours; 24/7 crisis line available. Bring photo ID, insurance information, and a list of current medications for intake.

810-257-3740 · 420 W 5th Ave, Flint, MI 48503 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis line 24/7 · Visit Website

14. Kalamazoo Community Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services — Free

Provides mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorder treatment for Kalamazoo County residents including crisis services, outpatient counseling, and case management. Serves children and adults, with priority for Medicaid enrollees. Intake by phone during business hours; 24/7 crisis line available. Bring photo ID, insurance information, and a list of current medications.

269-373-6000 · 418 W Kalamazoo Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis line 24/7

15. Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services — Paid

West Michigan's largest behavioral health provider offering inpatient, outpatient, residential, and telehealth mental health services across multiple locations, headquartered in Grand Rapids. Serves children and adults. Accepts most commercial insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare. 24/7 admissions for higher levels of care; outpatient intake by phone. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and medication list.

616-455-5000 · 300 68th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49548 · 24/7 admissions; outpatient Mon-Fri · Visit Website

16. Hegira Programs - Behavioral Health (Canton/Wayne County) — Paid

Nonprofit in Canton providing outpatient mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, medication-assisted treatment, and crisis services for western Wayne County residents. Serves children and adults. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance. Intake is scheduled by phone; bring photo ID, insurance card, and a list of current medications to the first appointment.

734-458-4601 · 8623 N Canton Center Rd, Canton, MI 48187 · Mon-Fri 8am-8pm; Sat 8am-2pm · Visit Website

Mental Health — Common Questions

I'm in crisis right now — who do I call?
Dial or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, free and confidential, 24/7 nationwide. Veterans press 1. For non-crisis mental health support, call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.
How do I find a therapist I can afford?
Community Mental Health Centers (every state has them) charge on sliding-scale based on income. Medicaid covers therapy in all states. Private insurance must cover mental health at parity with medical care. Psychology Today's therapist finder lets you filter by insurance. Open Path Collective offers
0–$80 sessions.
Can therapy hurt my custody case?
Almost always no — judges view voluntarily-sought mental health treatment as responsible parenting. Therapists must keep sessions confidential (with narrow exceptions: child abuse disclosure, imminent self-harm). Court-ordered evaluations are different from voluntary therapy.
Is there support specifically for men?
Yes. Face It Foundation, HeadsUpGuys, Men's Sheds, and Man Therapy run men-focused programs. Many community mental health centers run men-only groups. Fatherhood programs often include peer support as part of their model.