Mental Health in Minnesota

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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 Minnesota

Minnesota district courts hear family matters across its 87 counties. The Child Support Enforcement Division operates under DHS. Minneapolis-Saint Paul anchors the state; Rochester, Duluth, and Bloomington are other major metros. Legal Aid Service of Northeastern Minnesota, Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services, and Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid cover the state through regional LSC-funded programs.

18 Resources

1. NAMI Minnesota — Free

Mental health education, peer-led support groups, and advocacy for individuals and families statewide from the St. Paul office. Offers free classes, warmline, and referrals to providers. No diagnosis required to join groups; call or email to find in-person and online meetings. Useful for fathers, partners, and caregivers navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or a loved one's illness.

651-645-2948 · 1919 University Ave W #400, St. Paul, MN 55104 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website

2. Crisis Connection — Free

24/7 mental health crisis line providing suicide prevention, emotional support, and referrals for Minnesota callers. Trained counselors listen without judgment and can connect callers to local services. Free and confidential; no insurance required. Appropriate for anyone in emotional distress, thoughts of suicide, or supporting someone in crisis. Callers can remain anonymous if preferred.

612-379-6363 · 24/7 · Visit Website

3. People Incorporated – Mental Health Services — Paid

Comprehensive mental health services including outpatient therapy, mobile crisis response, residential care, and case management across the Twin Cities from the St. Paul headquarters. Serves adults and children with Medicaid, private insurance, and self-pay. Call intake to schedule; bring photo ID, insurance card, and a list of current medications.

651-774-0011 · 317 York Ave, St. Paul, MN 55101 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

4. Headway Emotional Health Services — Paid

Outpatient mental health counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and families on a sliding-fee scale in the St. Louis Park area. Therapists provide individual, family, and group therapy. Accepts most insurance plus self-pay; call to schedule and bring photo ID and insurance card. Evening and Saturday hours make it easier for working parents to attend sessions.

612-861-1675 · 6715 Minnetonka Blvd #200, St. Louis Park, MN 55426 · Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat 8am-2pm · Visit Website

5. Washburn Center for Children — Paid

Mental health services for children ages 0-18 and their families including therapy, family counseling, and day treatment from the Minneapolis Glenwood campus. Accepts Medicaid and most insurance with sliding fees for self-pay. Call intake; bring photo ID, insurance card, child's birth certificate, and any prior evaluations. Serves Twin Cities metro families.

612-871-1454 · 1100 Glenwood Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55405 · Mon-Fri 8am-8pm · Visit Website

6. Canvas Health — Paid

Mental health counseling, mobile crisis response, substance use treatment, and wellness programs on a sliding-fee scale across the east metro from the Oakdale office. Serves children, adults, and families. Call to schedule intake; bring photo ID, insurance card, and a list of current medications. Accepts Medicaid and most private plans with self-pay options available.

651-777-5222 · 7066 Stillwater Blvd N, Oakdale, MN 55128 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

7. Minnesota Department of Human Services – Mental Health — Free

State mental health division providing information on crisis services, treatment programs, provider directories, and public mental health benefits from the St. Paul headquarters. Call or visit online to find county crisis teams, certified providers, and inpatient resources. Free public information line; no eligibility required to ask questions. Dads navigating mental health challenges can use this resource to connect with local services and understand coverage options.

651-431-2225 · 444 Lafayette Rd N, St. Paul, MN 55155 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website

8. Walk-In Counseling Center — Free

Free walk-in mental health counseling in Minneapolis — no appointment, insurance, or ID required. Licensed volunteer therapists provide brief counseling during evening and Saturday hours at the Chicago Avenue location. Serves adults, couples, and teens with parental consent. First-come first-served; arrive early on busy nights. Sessions are confidential and stand-alone.

612-870-0565 · 2421 Chicago Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404 · Mon-Thu 5:30pm-8:30pm, Sat 1pm-4pm · Visit Website

9. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Minnesota — Free

Three-digit national crisis line routed to local Minnesota counselors 24/7 for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts, mental health distress, or substance use crisis. Free and confidential; callers can remain anonymous. Veterans can press 1 to reach the Veterans Crisis Line. Text and chat options also available. Appropriate for anyone supporting a loved one in crisis.

988 · 24/7 · Visit Website

10. Wilder Foundation – Mental Health — Paid

Community mental health services including individual therapy, psychiatric care, and family programs on a sliding-fee scale from the St. Paul Lexington Parkway campus. Serves all ages including immigrants, refugees, and families of color. Call intake; bring photo ID, insurance card, pay stubs for fee scaling, and a list of current medications. Accepts Medicaid and major insurance.

651-280-2000 · 451 Lexington Pkwy N, St. Paul, MN 55104 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

11. Fraser – Mental Health Services — Paid

Mental health and autism services for children, adolescents, and adults across Minnesota from the Richfield headquarters. Offers therapy, autism diagnostic evaluations, and case management. Accepts Medicaid and most private insurance. Call intake to schedule; bring photo ID, insurance card, any prior evaluations, and a list of current medications. Serves Twin Cities and greater Minnesota.

612-767-7222 · 2400 W 64th St, Richfield, MN 55423 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

12. Range Mental Health Center — Paid

Outpatient mental health counseling, psychiatric care, and crisis services on the Iron Range from the Virginia, MN headquarters. Serves St. Louis, Itasca, and surrounding counties. Accepts Medicaid and most private insurance with a sliding fee for self-pay. Call to schedule intake; bring photo ID, insurance card, and list of current medications. Walk-in crisis support also available.

218-749-2881 · 624 S 13th St, Virginia, MN 55792 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

13. Zumbro Valley Health Center — Paid

Mental health and substance use treatment services in the Rochester area including therapy, medication management, and residential care from the Elton Hills Lane campus. Serves adults and youth. Accepts Medicaid and most private insurance with sliding fees. Call intake to schedule; bring photo ID, insurance card, and list of current medications. Crisis line available outside business hours.

507-289-2089 · 43 1/2 Elton Hills Ln NW, Rochester, MN 55901 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

14. Human Development Center – Duluth — Paid

Comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment for adults and youth in Duluth and the Arrowhead region from the East 1st Street campus. Services include therapy, medication management, and crisis response. Accepts Medicaid and most private insurance with sliding fees. Call intake to schedule; bring photo ID, insurance card, and list of current medications.

218-728-4491 · 1401 E 1st St, Duluth, MN 55805 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

15. Central Minnesota Mental Health Center — Paid

Outpatient counseling, psychiatric services, and crisis response in the St. Cloud area through CentraCare from the 13th Street North campus. Serves children, adolescents, and adults in Stearns, Sherburne, Benton, and surrounding counties. Accepts Medicaid and most private insurance. Call intake to schedule; bring photo ID, insurance card, and a list of current medications.

320-252-5010 · 1321 13th St N, St. Cloud, MN 56303 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

16. Southwestern Mental Health Center — Paid

Mental health services for children, adults, and families across southwestern Minnesota from the Willmar headquarters, with outreach offices in rural counties. Provides therapy, psychiatric care, and mobile crisis response. Accepts Medicaid and most private insurance with sliding fees. Call intake to schedule; bring photo ID, insurance card, and a list of current medications.

507-532-3236 · 2010 Becker Ave, Willmar, MN 56201 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

17. South Central Human Relations Center — Paid

Mental health counseling, psychiatric services, and crisis response in the Mankato area from the Broad Street office. Serves Blue Earth and surrounding counties with services for children, adults, and families. Accepts Medicaid and most private insurance with sliding fees for self-pay. Call intake to schedule; bring photo ID, insurance card, and a list of current medications.

507-389-1425 · 504 S Broad St #200, Mankato, MN 56001 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

18. Lakeland Mental Health Center — Paid

Outpatient mental health therapy, psychiatric care, and crisis response serving Moorhead, Fergus Falls, and surrounding counties in western Minnesota, headquartered on 32nd Avenue South in Moorhead. Accepts Medicaid and most private insurance with sliding fees. Call intake to schedule; bring photo ID, insurance card, and a list of current medications. Serves children and adults.

218-233-7524 · 1010 32nd Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

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.