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.
North Carolina district courts handle family matters in all 100 counties, with some counties having dedicated family court sessions. The Child Support Services Section operates under DHHS. Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham, and Winston-Salem are the largest metros. Legal Aid of North Carolina and the North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCCADV) serve women statewide.
Based in Raleigh, NAMI North Carolina supports North Carolina women navigating counseling, therapy, crisis support, and psychiatric care. Dial (919) 788-0801 for an initial conversation about your situation. Available Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. Free for qualifying North Carolina mothers and their children.
(919) 788-0801 · 309 W Millbrook Rd Suite 121, Raleigh, NC 27609 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
Alliance Health — Central NC is a North Carolina mental-health resource helping mothers with counseling, therapy, crisis support, and psychiatric care. Phone (800) 510-9132 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Hours are 24/7 crisis line, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Paid service with sliding-scale or insurance billing for qualifying women.
(800) 510-9132 · 4600 Emperor Blvd, Durham, NC 27703 · 24/7 crisis line · Visit Website
Trillium Health Resources — Eastern NC provides counseling, therapy, crisis support, and psychiatric care for women in Greenville. Contact (877) 685-2415 to ask about appointments, documents to bring, and waitlist status. Service hours run 24/7 crisis line; ask about after-hours options if needed. Costs vary by service; ask about sliding-scale rates or insurance coverage.
(877) 685-2415 · 201 W 1st St, Greenville, NC 27858 · 24/7 crisis line · 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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