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Seeking Counseling Services in New Orleans?
Seeking Counseling Services in New Orleans?
Mental Health Resources
Mental Health Resources
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-TALK
Cope Crisis Line (24/7): provide free confidential crisis counseling, suicide prevention, and referral services - 504-269-2673
Crisis Teen Text Line - 504-777-2373
Depaul Community Health Centers (formerly known as Daughters of Charity):
Mentoring Programs
Mentoring Programs
We C.A.N. (We Care. We Advocate. We Nurture) — Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana
Target population:This free program supports children and teens ages 6–18 who have experienced trauma such as exposure to violence, domestic issues, parental incarceration, or military family challenges, as well as those in the child welfare or juvenile justice system.
What services are provided: Participants receive trauma-focused care that includes advocacy, counseling, and family support to help children heal and build resilience.
How to get involved: Families can call (504) 836-8701 or visit Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana at 4152 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119 to learn more and begin the referral process.
Target Population: Young men ages 10-12 who are fatherless (due to death, long-term incarceration, deportation, or are adopted by single mothers). Mentees remain in the program through high school/early adulthood.
Services Provided: One-on-one mentoring, group mentorship sessions (topics like decision-making, time management, life skills, leadership), mental health/wellness services, academic support/tutoring, enrichment outings, case management, postsecondary and career planning.
How Teens Get Involved / Cost: Apply via their Mentee Application (no cost to participate). The program selects new mentees based on eligibility.
Target Population: Children and youth, ages roughly 8-18, particularly Black youth in New Orleans looking for role models, emotional support, leadership development.
Services Provided: One-on-one mentoring, group mentoring, monthly “Saturday Academy” gatherings, workshops on life skills, social emotional learning, identity/self-esteem building, moral character, etc.
How to Get Involved / Cost: Free for mentees. Teens or guardians contact 100 Black Men NOLA; mentors are volunteers.
Target Population: Youth from about age 6 up into young adulthood; often including public school students or those in underserved communities.
Services Provided: Two main types: Community-based mentoring (Bigs & Littles meet 2x/month for a few hours), and School-based mentoring (weekly during school/club hours), including academic help, social support. Professional support/advisors help maintain the matches.
How to Get Involved / Cost: Free for mentees. Guardians can enroll youth; adults can apply to become mentors (“Bigs”). Two matches are typically a one-year commitment.
Target Population: Youth in New Orleans (approx teen age) who need help with school success, preparation for the workforce, or who are at risk of negative outcomes; exact ages / criteria might vary. srstrailblazersmentorship.org
Services Provided: An 8-week leadership & mentorship training curriculum. One mentor for every about four mentees in one-on-one mentoring; focus on school/work readiness, life skills, goal setting, communication, community events. srstrailblazersmentorship.org
How to Get Involved / Cost: Seems free; teens can sign up via the program (or through contact). Contact by phone or email.
Domestic Abuse / Sexual Assault Resources
Domestic Abuse / Sexual Assault Resources
New Orleans Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)
Main: 504-702-3000
Emergency: 504-702-2243
New Orleans Family Justice Center: 504-866-9554
Crescent House Healing & Empowerment Center (NOFJC): (504) 866-7481
Safe Harbor (Northshore): 985-626-5740
New Orleans Children's Advocacy Center: 504-894-5484
Eden House (Rehabilitation center for those who have been trafficked / abused): 504-507-0943
New Orleans Children's Advocacy Center (For folks who are underage): 504-894-5484
Substance Use Treatment:
Substance Use Treatment:
Odyssey House: (504) 821-9211
Bridge House/Grace House: (504) 821-7120
Counseling:
Counseling:
Broadmoor Improvement Association: 504-249-5130
Jefferson Parish: JPHSA: (504) 838-5215
Support Groups
Support Groups
Get your Mind Right by IWES - HealingIsTheRevolution@iwesnola.org
NOFJC Groups - healing@NOFJC.org 504-592-4005
Art Therapy: A Window Between Worlds
Discover Expressive Arts
Group for LGBTQIA+ Survivors
Here & Now
Mindful Motion
Surviving and Thriving
Women of Courage
Mujeres Luchadores
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