Provides information, advocacy, education, and support for members of the adoption triad (adoptees, birthparents, and adoptive/kinship/foster parents), youth in foster care, siblings, and related professionals. Services include in-person and virtual support groups, DNA discovery and birth parent search support, life coaching, specialized support for kinship families, and financial assistance through the Family Resilience Fund. They also provide professional education and internships, virtual speakers and trainings, and adoption assessor training. Anyone can call the Helpline for questions or support related to foster care and adoption.
12200 Fairhill Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44120
Helpline: (216) 325-1000
adoptionnetwork.org
Provides culturally-sensitive support, services, and advocacy for women and children facing domestic abuse, whose country of origin is Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, or Sri Lanka. Victims of domestic violence from all countries can call their 24/7 Help Line for support and referrals. Other services include crisis intervention, case management, court and legal advocacy, interpretation services, and a survivor support group.
4900 Reed Road, Columbus, Ohio 43220
24/7 Helpline: (614) 565-2918
Office: (614) 326-2121
asharayofhope.org
An anonymous fellowship group open to anyone who feels their life has been affected by someone else’s drinking, either currently or in the past. The goal is to help families of alcoholics using the 12 step model and shared experiences of strength and hope. The Central Ohio chapter serves Delaware, Fairfield, Franklin, Licking, Madison, Pickaway, and Union counties. Meetings are available in-person and online. They offer specialized meetings including Alateen (for ages 13-19), Men’s meetings, Women’s meetings, and meetings for Spanish speakers. Visit the website to find a meeting that works for you.
Information Service & Literature Distribution Center: 500 West Wilson Bridge Road, Worthington, Ohio, 43085
(614) 547-1550
coafg.org
AFG of Ohio: ohioal-anon.org
Alcoholics Anonymous is a 12-step fellowship for adults who have had a drinking problem. This chapter support group sis Central and Southeastern Ohio. They offer in-person and online meetings. Visit the website for their Meeting Directory to find a meeting that works for you.
Office: 651 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
24-hour Hotline: (614) 253-8501
aacentralohio.org
A fellowship and abstinence program for adults in recovery from active drug addiction. the only requirement for membership is the desire to stop using. Virtual and in-person meetings are available. Visit the website for office hours and to find a meeting that works for you. You can also call the 24/7 Central Ohio Hope Line for support and to get connected to a meeting.
Office: 1313 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
Office Phone: (614) 252-1700
24/7 Central Ohio Hope Line: (614) 252-1700
nacentralohio.org
These neighborhood resource lists are extremely helpful in finding resources near you. They provide detailed listings of free and low cost health care, vision care, dental care, prescription help, food pantries, transportation, job help, transportation, pregnancy resources and much more. They are updated frequently and reviewed by the Columbus Public Health social work team. Please note that CPH does not provide direct monetary assistance, but these lists are helpful in finding community agencies that do provide this assistance.
240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Questions About Health & Community Resources: (614) 645-1244
Columbus Public Health Neighborhood Social Work Helpline: (614) 645-6807
columbus.gov/Services/Public-Health/Find-Health-Care-Resources/Health-Resources-List
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
Program: Outpatient mental health services include psychiatry and medication management, substance use treatment, and counseling. They provide in-home respite care for adults. School-based programs for elementary, middle, and high school students are available in Westerville, New Albany, Groveport Madison and Gahanna-Jefferson school districts.
Eligibility: Youth ages 3-18, Adults ages 18+, and Seniors ages 60+ depending on the program.
Cost: Government insurance (Medicaid, Molina, Caresource), Private insurance and Self-pay (sliding scale fees based on income).
Referral: Individuals may refer themselves or be referred by someone else
700 Brooksedge Boulevard, Westerville, Ohio 43081
Intake: (614) 882-9338
concordcounseling.org
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
Hosts free monthly support groups for adoptive and foster parents and kinship caregivers, and also separate support groups for adult adoptees and foster care alum. Offers a monthly art studio for foster and adopted youth. Hosts monthly educational webinars for parents, professionals and adult adoptees / foster alum. Serves young adults beyond age 18 as well. Scholarships are available. They also provide coaching and counseling services.
122 South Terrace Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204
(502) 873-6723
encompassadoptees.org
A 12-step fellowship for families and friends of those who are experiencing issues caused by substance abuse and addiction. Any concerned person is encouraged to attend their meetings. They offer in-person and virtual options at locations across the United States.
Find a Meeting: familiesanonymous.org/meetings/meeting-directories
National Office: (800) 736-9805
familiesanonymous.org
Provides counseling and community based social services in Southwestern Ohio. Services include:
2211 Arbor Boulevard, Dayton, Ohio 45439
(937) 222-9481
Video Phone: (937) 641-8187
24/7 Interpreting Services: (937) 640-8032
fsadayton.org
A fellowship for adults recovering from a gambling problem. The goal is to stop gambling and help other compulsive gamblers do the same. Membership is free, simply go online to find a meeting near you to join. Meetings are available in-person and online across the country.
Gambler’s Anonymous International Office: (909) 931-9056
Ohio Gambling Hotline: (855) 222-5542
Columbus Meetings: gamblersanonymous.org/ga/locations/print/state/OH/Columbus/na/na/na/10
gamblersanonymous.org/ga/node/1
Serves those struggling with homelessness and substance use on the west side of Columbus. Services include daily meals and narcan distribution, clothing, documentation/ID assistance, laundry and shower services, cooling and heating stations, and more.
342 North Hague Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204
(614) 507-3246
jordanscrossingcolumbus.org
facebook.com/jordanscrossingcolumbus
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
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
A faith-based veteran service organization that provides intensive peer-based programs for veterans struggling with post-traumatic stress. Their program in Columbus is held at The Wilds, and application is required. They also offer events, workshops and share information on other resources for veterans. Visit the website for additional contact and application information.
PO Box 1405 Montgomery, Texas 77356
(832) 205-8550
mightyoaksprograms.org
Offers 12-step fellowship support groups for family members and friends of those struggling with drug addiction. Meetings are free, weekly, and virtual. Visit the website to join a meeting or to contact the organization directly.
naranoncentral.org/find-a-meeting.html
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 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
Program: Mental health provider for children and adults in Fairfield County, Ohio. Services include individual and group therapy and counseling, psychiatry and medication management, diagnostic evaluation and early intervention services, substance use treatment and medication assisted treatment (MAT), and mental health support groups. They offer specialized treatment for Ages 15-35 experiencing their first psychotic episode. They also offer 24/7 Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention and some Walk-In services.
Eligibility: Children and Adults, Ages 6+
Cost: Government insurance (Medicaid, Molina, CareSource), Private insurance, and Self-pay.
Referral: Individuals may refer themselves or be referred by a physician or organization. Go online to complete the Intake form.
Schedule an Appointment: (740) 687-0835
24/7 Crisis Intervention: (740) 687-0500 or 2-1-1 in Fairfield County.
Crisis Hotline: (740) 687-8255
newhorizonsmentalhealth.org
Program: Outpatient mental health and substance abuse counseling for individuals and groups, Psychiatry and medication management, Recovery support services, and Residential treatment for adults with severe mental illness. They also provide specialized family, parent, and elder support services.
Eligibility: Children, Teens, and Adults. Ages vary based on program.
Cost: Government insurance (Medicaid, Molina, Caresource). No Private insurance.
Referral: Individuals may refer themselves or be referred by a physician or organization.
Family Focus: 1301 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(614) 227-6865
North Central Counseling: 338 Granville Street, Gahanna, Ohio 43230
(614) 475-7090
ncmhs.org
Provides free peer support groups remotely and in-person around Columbus, education on pregnancy and postpartum depression (PPD) and related mood/anxiety disorders, referrals to appropriate mental health resources and providers. The POEM Rise program provides services exclusively by and for Black mothers. The website also has helpful links to other Mental Health America services, such as pro bono counseling. Use the Event Calendar to find the next support group.
(614) 315-8989
mhafc.org/get-help/maternal-mental-health
A national organization that provides support for moms and dads experiencing postpartum depression or needing emotional support. They do not offer medical advice or treatment. They have free, virtual parent support groups for moms, dads, family members, queer and trans parents, military parents, adoptive and birth mothers, postpartum psychosis, and those experiencing lost pregnancy of death of a child.
Helpline: Call or text HELP to (800) 944-4773
Text en Español: 971-203-7773
Mental Health Emergency Line: (800) 273-8255
postpartum.net
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
Church serving the Franklinton community. The Street Church program gathers in the parking lot of PNC Bank at the corner of Broad Street and Central Ave at 1PM for every Sunday for a prayer service and free meal. Jericho’s Light Club is a series of free meals inside the church each Friday and Saturday evening, and they host Sacred Table Dinners at various locations in the community twice a month. Recovery Café is a free sobriety support group, where all who seek to achieve or maintain sobriety are welcome. Check the online Event Calendar or call for details.
Provides grieving mothers and their families support by offering individual and group support and mentoring programs, outings, and events. This resource is focused on helping families who have lost a loved one due to violence.
(614) 597-0538
ssthealexanderproject.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
Answered by a team of highly trained volunteers, this line is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Hotline volunteers listen, assess suicide risk, and give support to callers in crisis. They also provide information and assistance to relatives, friends, co-workers and others who are concerned about an individual expressing suicidal thoughts or behaviors. They also offer a depression support group and a support group for survivors of a loved one’s suicide.
1301 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43201
Central Ohio Suicide Prevention Hotline: (614) 221-5445
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
Crisis Text Line: Text 4HOPE to 741741
Senior Hotline: (614) 294-3309
Support Group Information: (614) 299-6600
columbussuicideprevention.org
Program: Offers outpatient behavioral health counseling, psychiatry, support groups, case management services, school-based therapeutic intervention and prevention services, and intensive outpatient programs for adolescents or substance use disorder. They also offer integrated primary care, pharmacy services, Help Me Grow, and educational training for parents and professionals. The Building Successful Families program offers home-based therapy for biological parents working on reuniting with children placed in foster care.
Eligibility: Ages 4 and older, varies depending on the program.
Cost: Medicaid, Private insurance, Self-pay (sliding fee scale for uninsured Franklin County residents).
Referral: Individuals may refer themselves or be referred by a physician or organization. Visit the website for intake forms.
New Clients/Intake: (614) 889-5722, ext. 133
syntero.org
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 a variety of services including early childhood center, after-school and summer programs, sports and exercise programs, free health clinic, free legal clinic, food pantry, and immigration counseling services (DACA). Other programs include daytime and evening GED prep classes, English as a Second Language (ESL), programs for homeschoolers, men’s and women’s support and recovery groups, marriage and parenting programs, financial counseling, mental health counseling, career development services, dance, art, and music classes.
6000 Cooper Road, Westerville, Ohio 43081
(614) 259-5238
vineyardcommunitycenter.org