Mental Health Resources
Mental health is an important part of overall health and well-being. Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.
Local Resources:
211Wisconsin Mental Health Services (Call 211 or Visit Website Here)
Milwaukee County Health and Human Services - Behavioral Health Division
24-Hour Crisis Hotline (414) 257- 7222
Website includes adult and children services
Locations in North, South, and East side (listed on website)
Community Advocates Mental Health & Wellness Resource Guide - For adults, families, teens, and kids in Milwaukee County (View Guide Here)
Crisis Intervention Services:
Access Clinic East - Outreach Community Health Center
Location: 210 W. Capitol Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Walk-In hours for initial assessment: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 2:30pm,
Phone: (414) 257-7665
Access Clinic
Serves uninsured Milwaukee County Residents. Provides mental health assessments, medications, and therapy referrals. Clients are seen on a first-come, first served basis, and there may be an extended wait time
Location: 9455 Watertown Plank Rd., Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 2:00pm
Phone: (414) 257-7665
Cost: Free
National Alliance on Mental Illness: Southeast Wisconsin (NAMI)
Provides information and referrals for appropriate resources, support groups and advocacy services related to mental health
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Phone: (414) 344-0447
Cost: Free
Rodgers Behavioral Health
If you or someone you care about is struggling, Rodgers Behavioral Health is here to help.
Contact for a Referral: (800) 767-4411 or request a free screening online here
Brown Deer Location Contact Information:
Inpatient Facility (414) 865-2500
Outpatient Center: (414) 355-9000
Pathfinders
Provides comprehensive mental health care and support for children, teens and young adults who cannot afford services elsewhere. Also provides specific counseling for young victims of sexual abuse.
Location: 4200 N. Holton Street Suite 400
Phone: (414) 964-2565
Cost: Sliding scale fee is available
PRISM Program
The PRISM Program is a new pilot program to connect LGBTQ+ youth (16-26 years old) in Wisconsin with trained peer-specialists who can provide mental and emotional support and mentorship
Phone: (414) 336-7974
*Call to get connected with PRISM Peer Support Warmline. Leave a brief message with your name, phone number, county of residence, and whatever you want to share about what you’re seeking support on. A peer-specialist will follow up with you within 12 hours to set up a call or Zoom meeting.
Email: prism@mhawisconsin.org
Walker’s Point Youth and Family Center
Free and confidential counseling services with a focus on runaways, homeless and other youth and their families. Provides 24/7 crisis hotline, family and parent counseling, individual and group counseling, referrals and emergency shelter for runaways and youth in crisis.
Location: 732 S. 21st Street
Phone: (414) 647-8200
Cost: Free