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The SOURCE has gathered together information on many mental health related resources in Elkhart County but not all. Some national resources are also included.
The resources on this page include formal mental health supports, as well as other youth and family-serving organizations.

If you need help deciding which resources are right for you, check out our “Who to Ask for Help” section below or Mental Health America’s article on Questions to Ask a Provider.
WHO TO ASK FOR HELP
You are not alone. Here’s who you can ask for help.
- Start by telling a trusted adult that knows you well.
- Your school’s counselor or social worker can get to know your situation and how best to help you get the resources you need.
- A teacher observes your responses to situations and can refer you to services.
- Your pastor or youth leader can guide you spiritually through the challenges of life.
- A coach can help you get peer support among teammates and release energy through physical activity.
- Check out our local resources. There are many organizations in our area that can help answer your questions and provide you with the support you need. Also, Crisis Text Line (text “Help” to 741741) and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (call 1-800-273-8255) are available 24/7 for you to talk or chat with someone.
While we do our best to update the information on this page, calling a resource is still the best way to find out what’s available right now.
LOCAL MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
Crisis Mental Health Services
- Beacon Mental & Behavioral Health
574-294-2621
Elkhart General Emergency Room can provide 24/7 crisis assessments and help locate an inpatient unit if needed. - Goshen Hospital
574-364-1000
Emergency Room can arrange for a crisis assessment 24/7 and help locate an inpatient unit if needed. - Memorial Epworth Center
574-647-8400
Inpatient psychiatric care division of Memorial Hospital in South Bend, IN. Care provided for adolescents (ages 13 to 17) and adults 18 and older. Available 24/7. - Michiana Behavioral Health Center
574-936-3784 or 800-795-6252
Provides child, adolescent and adult assessment and inpatient services. Located in Plymouth, IN. Available 24/7. Can call ahead to set an appointment time before driving there. - Oaklawn
574-533-1234 or 800-282-0809
On call emergency services 24/7. During typical business hours, ask for the Access Center and tell them you have a mental health emergency.
Mental Health Services
- Center for Problem Resolution
574-294-7447
Began as an outpatient drug and alcohol treatment agency but now also offers anger management counseling. Self pay only. - Cornerstone Family Therapy
574-651-8912
Therapy, psychological testing and medication services for children, youth and adults. Accept Medicaid, several private insurances and have a sliding scale for self-pay clients. - Geneel Crump LCSW
574-879-6399
Therapy services for adolescents and adults. Self-pay and commercial insurance accepted. TELEHEALTH AVAILABLE. - Lincoln Therapeutic Partnership (LTP)
574-255-4976
Has a variety of therapeutic specialties including psycho-sexual assessments. - McArthur Counseling Center
574-267-1700
Therapy services for teens, adolescents and adults. Accept Medicaid, Medicare and self-pay. - Michiana Counseling Group
574-293-0005
Therapy services for all ages. Accept Medicaid, most commercial insurance and self-pay. TELEHEALTH AVAILABLE. - Oaklawn
574-533-1234 or 800-282-0809
Ask for the Access Center and they will walk you through scheduling an appointment and answer any questions you have. Located in Goshen and Elkhart. Available 24/7. Accept Medicaid, most commercial insurances and have a sliding scale for self-pay clients. TELEHEALTH AVAILABLE, SOME IN PERSON SERVICES AVAILABLE AS NEEDED - Psychology Today Therapist Listing Psychology Today’s website lists therapists by location, including Elkhart County, IN.
- Sage Counseling, LLC
574-214-4912
Has counseling experience in treating adolescents (age 12 and up) and adults in individual, couples and family therapy. Work with clients of all sexual orientations and gender identities. Has moved to Granger, IN. - Samaritan Center
574-262-3597
Provides a variety of therapeutic specialties for individuals, couples and families. Accepts commercial insurance and have a sliding scale for self-pay. Has moved to Granger, IN. - Shetler Psychological Services
574-534-2161
Provides individual counseling, marriage counseling, family therapy and play therapy, as well as professional life coaching. Services are available for all ages. Accepts Medicaid and commercial insurance. IN PERSON OR TELEHEALTH AVAILABLE, DEPENDING ON SPECIFIC PROVIDER. - Summit Counseling Services
574-286-0030
Individual, family, couple and group therapy services. - YWCA of Elkhart County
866-YES-YWCA or 574-233-9491
Provides free clinical counseling (age four and older) and other programs to help children, youth and adults who have experienced sexual assault/abuse and/or domestic violence. A bilingual advocate is available. 1-866-YES-YWCA is a 24 hour crisis line for those who have experienced domestic violence and/or sexual assault. The local crisis number is 574-294-1811.
Child Psychiatry Consultation via Phone for Mental Health Providers
Be Happy provides:
- Provider-to-provider phone consultation line to assist in medication management, assessment, diagnosis, screening & treatment planning.
- Community referral support with up-to-date psychiatric & community resources
- Educational opportunities related to pediatric mental health & substance use concerns
It can be used by any health care professionals (including physicians, nurse practitioners, psychologists, nurses, social workers, etc.) in the state of Indiana who work with youth & families. It is not intended for use by families.
It is FREE and available Monday-Friday betwen 8am and 6pm (Eastern time zone) at 317-278-7700.
For more information, take a look at their flyer.
OTHER LOCAL SERVICES FOR CHILDREN’S EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING AND SUPPORTS FOR FAMILIES
Case Management Services for Special Populations
- Choices 317-726-2121 Care Coordination is provided for youth and families that are referred to Choices in different ways, but most referrals are made through certain partners: DCS, probation, or wraparound providers.
- Keys Counseling 574-406-4520 or 574-326-3905 Keys Counseling does mental health assessments but specializes in child and family services treating children involved in CHINS and/or the juvenile justice systems.
- Meridian Health Services 574-254-0229 Meridian provides therapeutic services to individuals and families with a wide variety of challenges.
- Oaklawn 574-533-1234 or 800-282-0809 Case Management is available for children and families referred from particular partners and programs.
Child Abuse Services
- Indiana’s Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline
1-800-800-5556
Call this number to report child abuse or neglect 24/7. This report can be made anonymously. - CAPS – Child and Parent Services
574-295-2277
Provides support to children and parents in the Elkhart County community. - SCAN – Stop Child Abuse and Neglect
800-752-7116
Has programs focused on prevention of child abuse/neglect or preservation of families as they recover. - YWCA of Elkhart County
866-YES-YWCA or 574-233-9491
Provides advocacy, support groups, classes, legal advocacy, support for working mothers and clinical counseling to help children, youth and adults who have experienced sexual assault/abuse and/or domestic violence. A bilingual advocate is available. 1-866-YES-YWCA is a 24 hour crisis line for those who have experienced domestic violence and/or sexual assault. The local crisis number is 574-294-1811.
Children’s Programs, Age 0-6
- Early Ed Connect A caregivers’ one-stop shop to apply online for On My Way Pre-K and other child care assistance vouchers in Indiana. Available in English and Spanish.
- First Steps of Northeast Indiana 574-293-2813 Provides early intervention programs for children (from birth to the day before 3rd birthday) with developmental delays and support for families.
- Geminus: Early Learning Connections 844-685-1500 Serves the early education needs of children across northern Indiana. It provides assistance for families searching for child care, along with other services. Refer eligible Elkhart County caregivers to Automated Health Systems for specific childcare voucher assistance.
- Head Start Elkhart & St. Joseph Counties 574-393-5864 A child development program for children and families to help children get ready for Kindergarten.
Grief
- Center for Hospice Care 574-264-3321 or 800-467-7423 Center for Hospice Care offers a variety of bereavement programs to educate and support people experiencing grief following a death. Bereavement programs are available at no charge to anyone in the agency’s service area.
- Ryan’s Place 574-535-1000 Specialized programs for children, teens, and families who are dealing with issues of grief and loss in Goshen, South Bend and Warsaw.
- Suicide Prevention Center at United Health Services 574-247-6047 Provides a place to connect with others who are coping with the sudden loss of a loved one by suicide.
Homelessness
- Bashor Children’s Home
574-875-5117
Facility in Goshen offering help for troubled children and their families through their shelter, residential care, day treatment and alternative education. - Oaklawn574-533-1234
Provides a path to transition from homelessness for adults diagnosed with mental illness.
LGBTQ
- LGBTQ Center of South Bend 574-234-1411 Advocacy center that is dedicated to supporting and educating the community.
- Mosaic Health & Healing Arts 574-537-2680 A full scope family medical practice in Goshen open to all individuals. Mosaic also hosts LGBTQ support services.
- Oaklawn 574-533-1234 Provides support and guidance through some therapists with expertise in issues faced by LGBTQ individuals.
- Sage Counseling, LLC 574-214-4912 Works with clients of all sexual orientations and gender identities. Has moved to Granger, IN.
- Waterside Counseling 574-534-5778 Therapy services for adolescents and adults. Self-pay only.
Refugee & Immigrant Mental Health Services
- Center for Problem Resolution 574-294-7447 (Elkhart), or 574-533-0664 (Goshen) Provides bilingual addiction outpatient education.
- Oaklawn 574-533-1234 Provides services in other languages through bilingual staff or qualified translators.
Residential Treatment
- Bashor Children’s Home 574-875-5117 Facility in Goshen offering help for troubled children and their families through residential care, day treatment, and alternative education.
- Indiana Association of Resources and Child Advocacy (IARCA) IARCA promotes support among child-serving organizations. Maintains a searchable directory of members’ services which will help you identify residential services around the state.
- Michiana Behavioral Health Center 574-936-3784 or 800-795-6252 Provides residential treatment for children and youth. Located in Plymouth, IN.
- Oaklawn – The Children’s Campus 574-533-1234 Residential programs in Mishawaka take referrals from agency partners.
Resources for Families who have Children with Mental Health Challenges or Other Special Needs
- ADEC GPS (Guiding Parents to Services) Project 574-848-7451 GPS can help parents, guardians and caregivers tap into information and services for children and adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
- ARC of Indiana 317-977-2375 Primarily a resource for families with children who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, but also may be helpful for children and youth who are dually diagnosed with mental health challenges.
- Autism Society of Indiana 800-609-8449 Resource for families who have children who are diagnosed or dually diagnosed with autism. Has an Autism Ally Program with regionally based specialists to provide one-on-one, peer-to-peer support to individuals and families in need of information, resources and referrals, related to autism.
- IN*Source – Indiana Resource Center for Families with Special Needs 800-332-4433 Parent-run organization that provides Indiana families and service providers with information and training necessary to assure effective educational programs and appropriate services for children and young adults with disabilities, including mental health concerns.
- SAMHSA – Family Educational Resources A division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that supports mental health. Excellent family resources on various mental health diagnoses can be found here.
Sex Trafficking
- Bashor Children’s Home
574-875-5117
Facility in Goshen offering help for troubled children and their families through residential care, day treatment and alternative education.
Substance Use
- A New Beginning 574-534-5778 Addiction treatment in Goshen.
- Addictions Recovery Center 574-533-6154 Services for those over 18 years of age, available in Goshen & Elkhart.
- Alateen 855-571-5565 Weekly meeting held on Wednesdays at St. Paul’s Methodist Church in Elkhart, IN.
- Camp Mariposa Contact Liz O’Connor, 574-533-1234 ext. 3298 A camp for kids, age 9-12, whose loved ones are living with an addiction.
- Center for Problem Resolution 574-294-7447 (Elkhart) or 574-533-0664 (Goshen) Outpatient drug and alcohol services and bilingual services.
- Oaklawn 574-533-1234 Ask for the Access Center and they will walk you through services that are available. Has both adolescent and adult groups.
- Recovery Journey 574-264-5840 (Elkhart)
- Victory Clinical Services 574-233-1524 (South Bend) State licensed medication assisted recovery program, designed to provide medical and counseling services to individuals with an opioid use disorder.
- YWCA North Central Indiana 574-233-9491 Offices in Elkhart and South Bend. Women’s Journey Substance Use Treatment Program is specially designed for women utilizing a 16 step program of recovery and empowerment and allows women to bring their children with them during treatment.
Parent Support Services and Groups
- Al-Anon
A searchable listing of chapters for adults and teens in Indiana. - All Pro Dad’s Day
Provides opportunities for fathers to connect with their children through several Elkhart County chapters. - Asperger Autism Group of Goshen (private group)
This is a private Facebook group where families can connect with parents and others who are affected by Aspergers, Autism and PDD-NOS. - CAPS – Child and Parent Services
574-295-2277
Provides support to children and parents in the Elkhart County community. - IN*SOURCE
574-234-7101 or 800-332-4433
A parent-run organization which provides assistance and support to help families and professionals work together to help students with special needs. - National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI)
574-596-6464
Offering support and education programs for family members with a loved one who has a mental health diagnosis. - Parent SOURCE
Contact Brenda Ayala, 574-533-1234
The Parent Source is a support group for parents with children with mental health challenges. The group offers support, education and family fun. - RETA
574-522-3888
A faith-based, pregnancy and family resource center. - SCAN – Stop Child Abuse and Neglect
800-752-7116
Has programs focused on prevention of child abuse/neglect or preservation of families as they recover. - Triple P of Elkhart County574-226-0160
Free programs and courses focused on helping parents manage children and teen behavior. - Women’s Care Center
877-908-2341 (hotline) or 574-296-6603
Provides free, confidential counseling, support and education to women facing unplanned pregnancies.
Youth and Young Adult Services Age 16-21
- Indiana Connected by 25
317-917-8940
Provides financial, educational and social support to assist foster care youth when they are about to or have already transitioned out of the foster care system. - Oaklawn574-533-1234
Ask for the Access Center. Oaklawn has specialized Transition Age Youth services for youth and young adults with mental health challenges. - Vocational Rehabilitation Services
574-262-2086 (Elkhart)
“Voc Rehab” helps young people locate job training programs, find a job, keep a job and help in the transition to work.
Youth Programs Age 5-17
- Bashor Children’s Home
574-875-5117
Facility in Goshen offering help for troubled children and their families through their shelter, residential care, day treatment and alternative education. - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Elkhart County, Inc.
574-830-5013
Offers mentoring to youth facing adversity. - Boys & Girls Club of Elkhart County
574-534-5933
Have clubs in Elkhart, Goshen, Middlebury, and Nappanee as well as school-based KidsCare locations. - CAPS – Child and Parent Services
574-295-2277
Provides support to children and parents in the Elkhart County community. - Center for Community Justice
574-295-6149
Empowers Elkhart County by using Restorative Justice to heal the harm caused by crime, strengthen conflict resolution skills, and engage a stronger community. - Five Star Life
574-266-4038
Provides schools with a variety of academic, leadership, and character programming that addresses the sources of negative mindsets. - Lifeline Youth Ministries
574-294-7407
Offers after-school clubs and summer camp. - Oaklawn574-533-1234
Provides a path to transition from homelessness for adults diagnosed with mental illness. - Ryan’s Place
574-535-1000
Specialized programs for children, teens, and families who are dealing with issues of grief and loss in Goshen, South Bend and Warsaw. - The Crossing
574-226-0671
Provides academics, job training and faith-based character education for youth. - The Post
574-534-7678
A Christ-centered Youth Center. - YWCA of Elkhart County
866-YES-YWCA or 574-233-9491
Provides advocacy, support groups, classes, legal advocacy, support for working mothers and clinical counseling to help children, youth and adults who have experienced sexual assault/abuse and/or domestic violence. A bilingual advocate is available. 1-866-YES-YWCA is a 24 hour crisis line for those who have experienced domestic violence and/or sexual assault. The local crisis number is 574-294-1811.
Wraparound
- Oaklawn574-246-9102
A referral to the Access Site can be made by anyone. An appointment for an assessment will be made with the family and if the young person qualifies, they can participate in wraparound. For youth that don’t qualify, different options will be offered to meet the youth and family’s need.
NATIONAL RESOURCES FOR MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES AND SUPPORT
Abuse/Assault
- Loveisrespect.org
1-866-331-9474
A project of the National Domestic Violence Hotline created to empower youth to prevent and end dating abuse. Available 24/7/365. Chat available through their website. Text LOVEIS to 22522. Call 1-866-331-9474, TTY 1-866-331-8453 - National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Has trained advocates available 24/7/365 to talk confidentially with anyone experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship. Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). Deaf/hard of hearing call 1-855-812-1011 (VP), 1-800-787-3224 (TTY). Chat en español disponible todos los días de 12-7 p.m. Hora Central. - RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
Available 24/7 for free. Chat is available through their website. - National Sexual Violence Resource Center
Works to prevent and respond to sexual violence. Their website includes resources for survivors, friends and family, advocates and educators, media and press.
Bullying
- Olweus Bullying Prevention Program Comprehensive, school-wide program designed to reduce and prevent bullying problems among school children.
- Pacer’s National Bullying Prevention Center Works to end bullying and provides information.
- StopBullying.gov One-stop access to U.S. Government information on bullying topics.
Disaster
- National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Resources for on preparing for and responding to disasters from the perspective of child trauma. - SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline
1-800-985-5990
Provides 24/7/365 crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. Call 1-800-985-5990, TTY 1-800-846-8517 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to be connected to a trained professional.
Grief
- National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Information on children’s traumatic grief including interventions and resources. - The Dougy Center
Peer support groups, education and training for children, teens, young adults and their families who are grieving a death.
Homelessness/Runaway
- National Runaway Safeline
1-800-RUNAWAY
Federally-designated national communication system for runaway and homeless youth, providing solution-focused support. It is available 24/7 in the United States, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands and Guam. Texting is available through their website. - Safe Place
National youth outreach and prevention program for young people under the age of 18 (up to 21 years of age in some communities) in need of immediate help and safety. Teens can use TXT 4 HELP to text live with a mental health professional and get help. - Youth.gov
Government website that provides information about youth homelessness, including government reports, resources, and details about government programs that are aimed at preventing and ending youth homelessness.
LGBTQ
- Center of Excellence for Transgender Health
Works to increase access to health care services, including mental health, for trans communities. - Human Rights Campaign
Has a Resources page for youth, parents and professionals. - National Association of School Psychologists
Has a Resources page with information and tools for mental health professionals working in schools to use to support LGBTQ youth. - The Trevor Project
1-866-488-7386
National organization that provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning young people under 25. Call 1-866-488-7386, 24/7. Text START to 687687 or chat online, Monday-Friday 3 pm – 10 pm EST. - Trans Lifeline
1-877-565-8860
Peer support hotline run by and for trans people. The hotline’s hours are 10 am to 4 am EST but volunteers are sometimes available during off hours.
Mental Health
- American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Produces Facts for Families with concise information on mental health concerns that affect children, teenagers and their families. - American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Educates the public, funds research, advocates for policies and supports survivors of suicide loss and those affected by suicide. - Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
Provides information on children’s mental health symptoms, treatment, data and research. Works to increase access to health care services, including mental health, for trans communities. - Center for School Mental Health
Promotes successful and innovative mental health policies and programs in schools. - Child Mind Institute
Information on children’s mental health for families and educators. - JED
Nonprofit that works to protect emotional health and prevent suicide for teens and adults. They have a Seize the Awkward campaign that encourages people to talk about mental health. - Mental Health America
Mental health education and advocacy organization. - NAMI’s OK2talk
Provides a space for teenagers and young adults with mental health concerns to share their stories and find support. - National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health
A national family-run organization which provides leadership and technical assistance to a nation-wide network of family-run organizations and does national advocacy to transform mental health care in America. - National Institute of Mental Health
A branch of the US government’s National Institutes of Health that provides information on the latest research on mental health issues for children, adolescents and adults. - Youth MOVE National
A national youth-run organization that unites the voices of individuals who have lived experience in various systems, including mental health, juvenile justice, education and child welfare.
Physical Health
- American Academy of Pediatrics
Gives information on raising children who are physically, emotionally and socially healthy. - NIH’s Health Information Lines
National Institutes of Health has information lines on a variety of health topics.
Refugee & Immigrant
- National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Information on refugee trauma including interventions and resources.
Sex Trafficking
- National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Information on child trafficking trauma including interventions and resources. - National Human Trafficking Hotline
1-888-373-7888
National, toll-free hotline available to answer calls from anywhere in the United States, 24/7/365. The NHTH is not a law enforcement or immigration authority and is operated by a nongovernmental organization funded by the Federal government. To get help, call 1-888-373-7888 or text HELP or INFO to BeFree (233733). Live chat is available online. - The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
1-800-THE-LOST
Congressionally-authorized CyberTipline, operated by a nongovernmental organization. It provides a means for reporting crimes against children and is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Reports can be made online as well.
Substance Use
- Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Confidential and anonymous source of information about treatment facilities in the United States or U.S. Territories for substance abuse/addiction and/or mental health concerns. It is available 24/7 in English and Spanish. Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357), 1-800-487-4889 (TTY) or visit their website.
When you call, a trained service professional will talk with you about what you need and give you information or referrals to connect you with help.
2-1-1 is available 24/7 and the call is toll-free.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
- Refugee Services
- Early Care & Education
- Employment
- Financial Services
- Food/Nutrition
- Health Coverage
- Home- & Community-Based Services for the Aged, Blind and Disabled
- Mental Health/Addictions
- Transportation
- Housing

ADDITIONAL SERVICES
If you have questions about available services not listed above, please dial 211.
211 is a program funded by the United Way that keeps a comprehensive list of community resources and how to use them.
IF THIS IS AN EMERGENCY CALL 911 or GO TO NEAREST EMERGENCY ROOM
For the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline call 988 or text the word ‘home’ to 741741 for Crisis Text Line.