Mental health services for women range from the free 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline to community mental health centers, sliding-scale therapists, and inpatient care. SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP) provides 24/7 referrals, and the Office on Women's Health (womenshealth.gov) maintains resources on postpartum depression, anxiety, trauma, and perimenopausal mental health. Medicaid covers behavioral health in all states, and ACA plans must cover mental health at parity with medical care. Postpartum Support International (1-800-944-4773) connects new and expecting mothers with trained providers. This directory surfaces crisis lines, low-cost therapy, women's support groups, and state mental health authorities.
New York has separate Family Court (for custody, support, paternity, DV) and Supreme Court (for divorce) systems. NYC's Family Court operates in all five boroughs. The Office of Child Support Services runs enforcement. NYC, Buffalo, Rochester, Yonkers, and Syracuse are the major metros. Legal Aid Society of NYC, Sanctuary for Families, NYLAG, and the NYS Coalition Against Domestic Violence serve women.
Based in Albany, NY Office of Mental Health supports New York women navigating counseling, therapy, crisis support, and psychiatric care. Contact (800) 597-8481 to ask about appointments, documents to bring, and waitlist status. Hours are Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.
(800) 597-8481 · 44 Holland Ave, Albany, NY 12229 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
NYC Well serves women in New York and surrounding New York communities with counseling, therapy, crisis support, and psychiatric care. Call (888) 692-9355 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. Free of charge for women meeting income or program eligibility.
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NAMI New York State is a New York mental-health resource helping mothers with counseling, therapy, crisis support, and psychiatric care. Phone (518) 462-2000 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm — confirm by phone before driving in. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.
(518) 462-2000 · 99 Pine St Suite 105, Albany, NY 12207 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
Postpartum Resource Center of New York serves women in West Islip and surrounding New York communities with counseling, therapy, crisis support, and psychiatric care. Dial (855) 631-0001 for an initial conversation about your situation. Hours are Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Free of charge for women meeting income or program eligibility.
(855) 631-0001 · 109 Udall Rd, West Islip, NY 11795 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
Mental Health Association of NYC works with women across New York on counseling, therapy, crisis support, and psychiatric care. Reach the team at (212) 614-6314 to schedule a screening. Hours are Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.
(212) 614-6314 · 50 Broadway 19th Floor, New York, NY 10004 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Vibrant Emotional Health — NYC provides counseling, therapy, crisis support, and psychiatric care for women in New York. Dial (212) 254-0333 for an initial conversation about your situation. Service hours run Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; ask about after-hours options if needed. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.
(212) 254-0333 · 50 Broadway 19th Floor, New York, NY 10004 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
24/7 free confidential crisis support by call, text, or chat. Reach trained counselors anywhere in the US for women and mothers. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women and mothers who need vetted, plain-language information on intake, individual and group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis stabilization. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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1-800-662-HELP (4357) — free 24/7 confidential treatment referral and information service for mental health and substance use for women and mothers. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women and mothers who need vetted, plain-language information on intake, individual and group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis stabilization. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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National Alliance on Mental Illness — free peer support, resource referral, and information line. 1-800-950-NAMI for women and mothers. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women and mothers who need vetted, plain-language information on intake, individual and group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis stabilization. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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MHA — screening tools, advocacy, and local affiliate directory for mental health support nationwide for women and mothers. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women and mothers who need vetted, plain-language information on intake, individual and group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis stabilization. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Official US government information hub on mental health, treatments, and how to find help for women and mothers. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women and mothers who need vetted, plain-language information on intake, individual and group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis stabilization. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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PSI — helpline 1-800-944-4773 for perinatal mental health. Resources, provider directory, and peer support for women and mothers. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women and mothers who need vetted, plain-language information on intake, individual and group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis stabilization. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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1-833-TLC-MAMA — 24/7 free confidential mental health support for pregnant and postpartum women. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women and mothers who need vetted, plain-language information on intake, individual and group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis stabilization. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Text HOME to 741741 — free 24/7 crisis support via text message from trained counselors for women and mothers. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women and mothers who need vetted, plain-language information on intake, individual and group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis stabilization. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Online directory and podcast supporting Black women's mental health with culturally competent therapists. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women and mothers who need vetted, plain-language information on intake, individual and group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis stabilization. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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ADAA — find a therapist, support groups, and self-help resources for anxiety and depression for women and mothers. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women and mothers who need vetted, plain-language information on intake, individual and group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis stabilization. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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