Provides alcohol and drug treatment, licensed counseling, domestic violence education and intervention programs, and support services for families impacted by addiction. They also offer a summer camp, UCANN Serve and UCANN Lead programs for ages 11-17 to experience mentorship and civic engagement, Urban GEMS science and gardening after-school program for ages 12-19, and awards two scholarships per year for youth ages 17-22 pursuing higher education. The organization was founded by and centers the African community but serves all regardless of race, gender, disability, or economic status.
1409 East Livingstone Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 253-4448
apdsinc.org
Helps Franklin County residents find the right places to turn for low cost, alcohol, drug addiction and mental health services by overseeing more than 35 community agencies. These community agencies have a sliding fee scale for services, meaning any Franklin County resident can get needed services and be charged on the basis of income and circumstance. They also have a list of support groups on their website.
447 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 224-1057
adamhfranklin.org
Promotes healthy development for children and adolescents, and supports professional psychiatrists. The website has Resource Centers with tons of helpful information for parents including fact sheets, parent medication guides, and booklists on topics including bullying, trauma, OCD, conduct disorder, substance use, and more. Professionals can find resources on career development, clinical practice guidelines, and advocacy.
aacap.org
This website is a great source of verified health information for parents on a wide range of health topics, such as healthy living, family life, immunizations, child development, and medical conditions. They offer articles with topics including safety, fitness, school issues, dating, substance abuse, emotional wellness, psychiatric medications, grief and more. You can also use the website to find a pediatrician in your zip code.
healthychildren.org
APA is a professional organization representing psychology in the United States. The website provides helpful information on topics such as ADHD, anxiety, racism, social media, substance use, gender diversity, trauma, resilience, and more. Students and professionals can find APA style guides, publications, and career development resources. The website can also be used to find psychology services by state.
apa.org
This organization oversees the work of professionals licensed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Visit the website to learn more about CBT and if it may be helpful for you, tips for choosing a therapist, and find a CBT therapist through the online directory. They also have helpful fact sheets on various mental health conditions, types of therapies, and topics such as trauma, gender diversity, and race-related stress. Professionals and students can find resources on career development, research, and teaching.
Find a CBT Therapist Database: findcbt.org
abct.org
Supports individuals and families experiencing violence, including; child abuse and neglect, teen dating abuse, domestic violence and elder abuse. Services include:
655 East Livingston Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43205
General: (614) 722-8200
familysafetyandhealing.org
Provides important information, insights, and practical tips on kids’ mental health for families and professionals. The Family Resource Center has tons of information and resources on topics including ADHD, autism, anxiety, behavior problems, depression, OCD, gender identity, family issues, trauma, suicide, and more. The Symptom Checker analyzes your answers to give a list of psychiatric or learning disorders associated with those behaviors/symptoms (Note: this tool cannot diagnose your child, but it can help inform you of possible diagnoses to help you learn about them and facilitate a conversation with a professional). The website houses resources for teachers, pediatricians, and other professionals, and is also available in Spanish.
childmind.org
A collaborative effort to address community trauma in Columbus. The Coalition meets once a month and meetings are open to all community members. Services include free trauma-responsive trainings and COPE (Community Outreach, Prevention & Engagement). COPE volunteers provide support in the community following a traumatic event by supporting. Call or go online to request a training, COPE outreach, or to join coalition meetings.
240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 645-6248
columbus.gov/Services/Public-Health/Find-Health-Care-Resources/Neighborhood-Social-Services/Columbus-CARE-Coalition
Specializes in women’s care but serves individuals of any gender 12+
Mental health services provider, specializing in teens and women. They accept some insurances but do not accept Medicaid. Their PMDD program offers education, management tools, and group therapy for teens and women struggling with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder. They also offer trainings and internships for professionals.
Program: individual and couples counseling, group support and therapy, telehealth services, consultation
Eligibility: ages 12 and older (any gender but specializing in women’s services)
Cost: accept some insurances but no Medicaid
Referral: individuals may refer themselves or be referred by a physician or organization
Gahanna: 4625 Morse Road, Gahanna, Ohio 43230
Powell: 1460 Manning Parkway, Powell, Ohio 43065
(614) 383-8381
columbuswomenswellness.com
Provides support and education to improve the lives of people who have depression and bipolar disorder. The website has helpful articles, podcast episodes, and videos on topics including mood disorders across the lifespan, trauma, identity and culture, and screening tools. Professionals can find helpful toolkits, research, and training opportunities. DBSA offers many in-person and online support groups, including many identity-specific groups.
(312) 642-0049
Ohio In-Person Support Groups: dbsalliance.org/support/chapters-and-support-groups/find-a-support-group/?state=OH
Main Website: dbsalliance.org
Serves Ohio’s Deaf, Deaf Blind, Deaf Disabled, and Hard of Hearing communities by offering culturally affirmative services in response to relationship and sexual violence. Call to speak to a trained advocate for individualized safety planning and case management. Referrals can be placed for material help, legal help, social services, and mental health counseling. They offer 24-hour advocacy for survivors of sexual assault at local hospital emergency rooms. They also hold trainings for volunteer advocates, professionals/providers working with Deaf clients, and Deaf Culture 101.
PO Box 1286, Worthington, Ohio 43085
Videophone: (614) 678-5476
Voice/Text: (614) 887-7233
National Deaf Hotline VP: (855) 812-1001
National 24/7 Domestic Violence Hotline Voice: (800) 799-7233
dwaveohio.org
Aims to prevent suicide and support those affected by suicide in Franklin County. The website has educational resources on prevention, intervention, crisis, and post-intervention for community members and professionals. Visit the website to find local and online suicide prevention trainings, or request a speaker for your event.
franklincountyspc.org
IMPACT Safety is a personal safety and violence prevention program through LifeCare Alliance. The program includes safety awareness, emotional skills, boundary setting, and physical self-defense skills. They offer specialized programs for kids, teens, adults, seniors people with disabilities, women of color, businesses, and personalized options. Trainings require a fee, but need-based scholarships are available. Community programs are offered for free several times per year throughout Columbus.
1699 West Mound Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
(614) 437-2884
impactsafety.org
Offers free guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. JAN consultants offer one-on-one guidance on workplace accommodations, ADA and related legislation, and self-employment and entrepreneurship options for people with disabilities. Assistance is available both over the phone and online. Their website also has helpful information on a wide range of medical conditions with related resources and accommodations.
Voice: (800) 526-7234
TTY: (877) 781-9403
Text: (304) 216-8189
askjan.org
Provides support for people coping with the shock, grief, and complex emotions that often accompany the loss of a loved one to suicide. They provide postvention services, support groups, one-to-one peer support, and more programs for survivors of suicide loss. They offer suicide prevention training to organizations and groups for a minimal cost.
3040 Riverside Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43221
(614) 530-8064
losscs.org
Provides resources on a wide range of mental health topics, including patient education handouts, descriptions of mental health conditions, how therapy works, descriptions of medications, how to take medications, videos on various behavioral health topics and more.
ramp.luriechildrens.org
Offers advocacy, pregnancy and postpartum mental health services, support groups for people struggling with various mental health challenges, workplace and community educational programs, professional training and an online resource directory.
2323 West Fifth Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204
Mental Health America: (614) 221-1441
Ombudsman Program: (800) 536-5891
mhaohio.org
Serves victims of drugged and drunk driving crashes at no charge. Call the 24/7 phoneline to speak to a MADD Victim Advocate who can help provide emotional support, guide you through the criminal and civil justice processes, help prepare a victim impact statement, and refer you to resources for additional help. The website also has helpful information on drunk driving, substance abuse, and victim rights.
Ohio Chapter: (614) 885-6233
24/7 Victim Help Line: (877) 623-3435
madd.org/ohio
Community health and wellness center providing free holistic health and wellness programs for everyone, empowering individuals to embrace long-term health behavior changes in a safe, inclusive space. Programs include cooking and nutrition, community meetings, diabetes prevention, exercise classes, wellness and stress management, financial education, healthy babies, and mom support groups. Go online to find healthy recipes, program descriptions, and to register for a program.
(614) 234-4660
777 West State Street, Columbus, Ohio 43222
mountcarmelhealth.com/about-us/community-benefit/outreach-programs/healthy-living-center
Provides support, advocacy and education to improve the quality of life for people with mental illness. Use their website to find support groups, educational opportunities, and resource lists. The NAMI Franklin County Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Program is a police-based pre-arrest jail diversion program. Franklin County residents may call 9-1-1 and request a CIT officer who has received specialized training in mental health and substance abuse issues.
1225 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 501-6264
Information and Referral HelpLine: (800) 950-6264
namifranklincounty.org
NAMI Ohio: namiohio.org
Offers free online discussion groups and blogs just for teens and young adults. The website has tons of helpful information for teens and young adults on mental health symptoms, mental health and school, social media, suicide, how to get help, and more.
Helpline: (800) 950-6264 or Text ‘helpline’ to 62640
nami.org/Your-Journey/Teens-Young-Adults
This website is a great resource for families and professionals concerned about child traumatic stress. Children who suffer from traumatic stress are those who have been exposed to one or more traumas and develop reactions that affect their daily lives after the events have ended. Some examples include witness or experiencing neglect, abuse, family or community violence, loss of a loved one, life-threatening illness, or refugee experiences. The website has helpful information and resource guides on types of traumatic stress, types of treatments, trauma informed care, and training for professionals.
nctsn.org
This booklet is a helpful resource on identifying signs of bipolar disorder in children, and how to support children with a diagnosis. The NIMH website has great educational resources for parents, an online treatment locator, and information on joining a research study.
NIMH Resource Center: (866) 615-6464
nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/bipolar-disorder-in-children-and-teens/index.shtml
Offers inpatient, outpatient, and community-based psychiatry, psychology, and counseling services for youth up to age 21. Treatment areas include mental health crisis, anxiety, ADHD, depression, eating disorders, OCD, ODD, conduct disorders, autism, and psychosis. Use the online Community Behavioral Health Resource Directory to find treatment providers and community resources across Ohio by diagnosis, type of service, organization name, or county.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 355-8080
nationwidechildrens.org/behavioral-health
Free parenting program for parents and caregivers of children ages 2-8 who live in zip codes 43211 and 43224. Participants connect with other parents in the community at various locations in Linden for 11 weeks, and learn skills for raising young children.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 355-9327
nationwidechildrens.org/about-us/population-health-and-wellness/healthy-neighborhoods-healthy-families/neighbors/linden/proud-linden-parent-program
This free, statewide program helps licensed preschools and childcare providers address challenging behaviors while avoiding expulsion. The program provides on-site support, access to trainings, tools, and resources to manage challenging behavior in preschool age children. Parents or childcare providers can call or complete the online form for a free consultation.
(844) 678-2227
nationwidechildrens.org/preschool-expulsion-prevention
Somali-led non-profit improving the lives of immigrant and refugee families in Franklin County. Services include case management, ESL classes, mental health first aid classes, help with rent and utilities, food pantry, and youth programming.
2021 East Dublin Granville Road, Suite 197, Columbus, Ohio 43229
(614) 733-9555
Website: ourhelpers.org
Facebook: facebook.com/ourhelpers.org
The nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. They operate the National Sexual Assault Hotline, which provides free, confidential support 24/7 through their phone line, online chat, or RAINN mobile app. They also offer an online service provider search tool to find sexual assault mental health providers and organizations by zip code. RAINN also offers educational and professional trainings. Their website has important information on state laws, safety for parents, warning signs in children and teens, bystander intervention, consent, and much more.
24/7 National Sexual Assault Hotline: (800) 656-4673
24/7 National Sexual Assault Online Chat: hotline.rainn.org/online
Sexual Assault Service Provider Tool: centers.rainn.org
Main Website: rainn.org
Offers a directory of locally-owned and sustainable businesses and a variety of courses on environmental sustainability, nonviolent communication, healthy living, personal finance, and civic engagement. They host regular free and low-cost community events including yoga, bird-watching, mindfulness, and Empathy Calls weekly support group. They also offer opportunities for internship or volunteering.
659 High Street, Worthington, OH 43085
(614) 447-0296
simplyliving.org
Provides a community center, peer support, advocacy, and events for the Central Ohio’s LGBTQ+ community. Programs include the annual Columbus Pride celebration, counseling, sobriety and support groups, dance classes, community mental health trainings, HIV testing, and more. The Family Pride Network connects families and prospective parents in the LGBTQ+ community through social events, educational programs, and resources.
1160 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(614) 299-7764
stonewallcolumbus.org
This program at The Ohio State Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health offers supportive services for adult survivors of crime-related violence. Treatment is personalized according to your unique needs, and may include medical care, psychotherapy, psychiatry, social work, victim advocacy, and coordination with other services. Services are free for survivors of psychological trauma when a traumatic event has occurred recently (around 3 years). STAR also provides Peer Support for First Responders and OSU employees, and Brief Emotional Support Teams Training for professionals.
3650 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 293-7827
medicine.osu.edu/departments/psychiatry-and-behavioral-health/star
Specializing in psychotherapy for Latinos, by Latinos
Mental health provider offering culturally appropriate therapy from bilingual and bicultural therapists. Services can be provided anywhere in Ohio through telehealth or in-person at their Cleveland location. Services are offered in English and Spanish. Therapies include CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, somatic experience, solution-focused, and mindfulness-based techniques.
Program: Individual therapy, couples therapy, professional trainings & parenting classes
Eligibility: Individuals ages 17+ who identify as Hispanic/Latinx
Cost: Accepts most private insurance, some Medicaid, and sliding-scale / negotiated rates
Referral: Call to schedule a free, 15-minute phone consultation
2101 Richmond Road, Beachwood, Ohio 44122
(216) 367-5054 or (216) 446-7848
teleayudaohio.com
A free drop-in recovery center for those working through mental illness challenges, trauma, or addiction. No appointments are required. Services include peer support groups, referrals to community resources, and harm reduction vending machines with naloxone, fentanyl strips, pregnancy tests, and first aid kits. They also offer trainings for Peer Recovery Supporters and other professionals. The Connection Warmline offers telephone non-crisis peer support from 5PM-3AM daily.
East Side Location: 205 North Hamilton Road, Columbus, Ohio 43213 (Bus Line 24)
West Side Location: 860-866 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43222 (Bus Line 10)
Main Office Phone: (614) 453-4840
Connection Warmline: (614) 358-8255
thepeercenter.org
Empowers youth in Columbus through equity and justice, bridge building, empowerment, belonging and fun. Programs include Guns DOWN group for ages 13-24 to heal from trauma and prevent violence, Unleashing Potential for ages 18-24 navigating the criminal justice system, and Summer Workforce for ages 14-24 to gain paid work and community service opportunities. Call for details.
(614) 323-9297
tmlyouth.org
Offers substance abuse treatment, prevention, and recovery support programs for communities of color in Central Ohio using culturally specific, evidence-based strategies. They offer anger management, domestic violence prevention and parenting classes for adults. Youth programming includes in-school, after-school, and summer camp. They also offer training opportunities for professionals and events for the community. Call or email the organization to register for a program.
700 Bryden Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 227-9694 or (614) 403-3136
umadaopfc.com
A community-based drug prevention and youth leadership program for middle school and high school students. Their programs harness the power of peer pressure to encourage youth to live free of tobacco, alcohol and drugs. They offer after school, summer, and leadership training programs for middle and high schoolers. Go online or call for meeting times and information.
118 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43125
(614) 224-4506
youthtoyouth.org