Youth Resources
It takes a village to raise teens, which is why we want to share these resources to support youth, families, and mentors along the way.
It takes a village to raise teens, which is why we want to share these resources to support youth, families, and mentors along the way.
Mental Wellness Check-in
Use this Youth Mental Wellness Check-in to check in with yourself or as a family. Use this as an opportunity to foster conversation about stressors, coping skills, and support systems.
Crisis Resources
The National Suicide and Crisis Hotline offers 24/7 free and confidential support. Call 988 or text TALK to 741-741.
The Smith Family Behavioral Health Urgent Care is located at 616 Colonnade Drive and provides 24/7 rapid assessment and treatment for urgent mental health needs.
If you or a loved one is in imminent danger of harming self or others please call 911 or seek immediate care at an emergency department.
Therapy
Talkspace | Betterhelp - Online counseling that accepts most insurance plans
Teencounseling.com - Discuss your teen's situation with a therapist, then connect your teen and therapist through the app. Counseling is confidential but the therapist will alert you if an intervention is required.
Psychology Today: Therapist Finder - An extensive database of counselors in Charlotte with photos, profiles, and specialties. Use the filters to see who is in-network with your insurance.
Presby Psych - Spiritually integrative therapy.
Discussing mental health concerns with your or your child's primary care physician is an excellent place to start if you're unsure if or what services may benefit you.
Other Resources
What to say when you're not "fine" (Mental Health America)
Sardis AA meetings (T/TH 8-9pm)
Parents to Parents: After Your Child's Suicide Attempt or Thoughts of Suicide
What to do when someone is at risk? (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention)