Mental Health in North Carolina

15 verified resources.

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 North Carolina

North Carolina district courts handle family matters in all 100 counties, with some counties having dedicated family court sessions. The Child Support Services Section operates under DHHS. Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham, and Winston-Salem are the largest metros. Legal Aid of North Carolina is the primary LSC-funded statewide civil legal aid program.

15 Resources

1. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Free

Call or text 988 any time for free, confidential support during mental health or suicidal crises. Veterans can press 1 for specialized support. Crisis counselors are available 24/7 and can connect callers to local emergency services or mental health resources. No insurance or ID required. Fathers facing overwhelming stress, depression, or thoughts of self-harm should not hesitate to reach out. Chat available at 988lifeline.org. Completely confidential.

988 · Statewide · 24/7 · Visit Website

2. Crisis Text Line — Free

Free, 24/7 text-based crisis support connecting you to a trained crisis counselor. Text HOME to 741741 to begin. Ideal for fathers who prefer texting over calling, or who are in situations where calling is not possible. Counselors are trained in anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and relationship stress. All conversations are confidential. No charge applies regardless of your phone plan. Available in English and Spanish.

Text HOME to 741741 · 24/7 · Visit Website

3. NAMI North Carolina — Free

State chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness providing education, peer support groups, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness across North Carolina. Programs include NAMI Family Support Group, NAMI Peer-to-Peer, and NAMI Basics for families. Call 919-788-0801 or visit naminc.org to find a local group. Located at 309 W Millbrook Rd, Suite 121, Raleigh. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. All programs are free.

919-788-0801 · 309 W Millbrook Rd, Suite 121, Raleigh, NC 27609 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website

4. NAMI Charlotte — Free

Local NAMI affiliate serving the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area offering free support groups, educational programs, and community resources for fathers and families facing mental health challenges. Programs include NAMI Family Support Group, NAMI Connection Recovery Support, and NAMI Basics. Call 704-365-4357 to find current meeting schedules. Located at 3530 Randolph Rd, Charlotte. All support groups are free and open to new participants. Office hours Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

704-365-4357 · 3530 Randolph Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; groups vary · Visit Website

5. NAMI Wake County — Free

NAMI affiliate serving the Raleigh area and Wake County offering free support groups for those living with mental illness and their family members, plus educational classes. Programs include NAMI Family Support Group, NAMI Connection Recovery, and NAMI Peer-to-Peer. Evening group meetings are available. Call 919-848-1855 for current meeting times. Located at 3000 Highwoods Blvd, Suite 223, Raleigh. All programs are free. Office hours Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

919-848-1855 · 3000 Highwoods Blvd, Suite 223, Raleigh, NC 27604 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; groups evenings

6. Alliance Health — Free

Managed care organization serving Durham, Wake, Cumberland, and Johnston counties managing access to mental health, substance use, and disability services. Fathers in these counties can call the 24/7 crisis line for immediate support or referrals to local providers. Medicaid and uninsured individuals are served. Call 1-800-510-9132 for the crisis line or provider referrals. Located at 5200 W Paramount Pkwy, Morrisville. Office hours Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

1-800-510-9132 · 5200 W Paramount Pkwy, Suite 200, Morrisville, NC 27560 · 24/7 crisis line; office Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

7. Trillium Health Resources — Free

Managed care organization serving 46 counties in eastern North Carolina managing access to mental health, substance abuse, and crisis services. A 24/7 crisis line connects callers to immediate support or local provider referrals. Medicaid-funded and uninsured individuals are served. Call 1-877-685-2415 for the crisis line or to find in-network providers. Located at 201 W First St, Greenville. Office hours Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Serves most of eastern NC.

1-877-685-2415 · 201 W First St, Greenville, NC 27858 · 24/7 crisis line; office Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

8. Monarch - Behavioral Health Services — Paid

Major NC behavioral health provider serving 50+ counties with mental health counseling, crisis services, and substance abuse treatment for adults and families. Monarch operates residential, outpatient, and community-based programs. A 24/7 crisis line is available at 1-866-272-7826. Medicaid, insurance, and sliding scale fees accepted. Headquartered in Albemarle with multiple statewide offices. Contact to find the nearest location offering the services you need.

1-866-272-7826 · 350 Pee Dee Ave, Albemarle, NC 28001 (HQ; multiple locations statewide) · 24/7 crisis line; offices Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

9. Daymark Recovery Services — Paid

Community-based mental health and substance abuse services in the Triad and western Piedmont offering walk-in crisis assessments, outpatient counseling, and psychiatric services. Fathers can walk in for same-day crisis evaluations without an appointment. A 24/7 crisis line is available at 1-866-275-9552. Medicaid and sliding scale fees accepted. Multiple office locations in the Charlotte, Salisbury, and Statesville areas. Call for the nearest site.

1-866-275-9552 · 301 S McDowell St, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28204 (multiple locations) · 24/7 crisis line; office Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

10. RHA Health Services — Paid

Statewide behavioral health provider offering outpatient mental health counseling, psychiatric care, and crisis stabilization across multiple NC locations. RHA serves adults and children with individual therapy, medication management, and community support services. Medicaid and most insurance plans accepted. Call 1-877-764-3556 to find your nearest location and schedule an intake. Headquartered at 3109 Spring Garden St, Greensboro. Office hours Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

1-877-764-3556 · 3109 Spring Garden St, Greensboro, NC 27403 (multiple locations) · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

11. Centerstone - NC Mental Health Services — Paid

Nonprofit behavioral health provider offering outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, and psychiatric care in the Charlotte and western NC region. Centerstone serves adults and children with individual therapy, group programs, and medication-assisted treatment. Accepts Medicaid, insurance, and offers sliding scale fees. Call 1-877-467-3123 to schedule an intake. Multiple Charlotte-area locations. Staff speak English and Spanish. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

1-877-467-3123 · Charlotte, NC (multiple locations) · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

12. Carolina Outreach - Behavioral Health — Paid

Community-based mental health agency serving the Triangle, Triad, and eastern NC offering individual therapy, family counseling, and crisis services. Carolina Outreach specializes in serving children, adults, and families with flexible scheduling including evening appointments. Medicaid and most insurance plans accepted. Call 919-852-4660 to schedule intake at the Raleigh location at 3012 Falstaff Rd. Multiple offices across the service region. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

919-852-4660 · 3012 Falstaff Rd, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27610 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

13. Mental Health America of the Triangle — Free

Local Mental Health America chapter providing free mental health screenings, support groups, community education, and referrals for the Raleigh-Durham area. Online screening tools are available 24/7 at mhascreening.org. Support groups and workshops are held regularly for depression, anxiety, and family stress. Call 919-942-8083 for program schedules. Located at 1019 Dresser Ct, Raleigh. All programs are free and open to the public. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

919-942-8083 · 1019 Dresser Ct, Raleigh, NC 27609 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

14. Vaya Health — Free

Managed care organization serving 32 western NC counties managing access to mental health, substance abuse, and intellectual/developmental disability services. A 24/7 access line connects callers to crisis support or in-network provider referrals. Medicaid and uninsured individuals are served. Call 1-800-849-6127 for the access line or provider search. Located at 200 Ridgefield Ct, Asheville. Serves most of western NC from the mountains to the foothills.

1-800-849-6127 · 200 Ridgefield Ct, Asheville, NC 28806 · 24/7 access line; office Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

15. Sandhills Center — Free

Managed care organization serving 7 Sandhills-region counties managing access to mental health, substance abuse, and developmental disability services. A 24/7 crisis line connects callers to immediate support or local provider referrals. Serves Medicaid recipients and uninsured individuals in the Sandhills area including Moore, Montgomery, and Hoke counties. Call 1-800-256-2452 for the crisis line or provider search. PO Box 9, West End, NC 27376.

1-800-256-2452 · PO Box 9, West End, NC 27376 · 24/7 crisis line; office 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.