15 verified resources.
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