Free Mental Health Resources In Nevada
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so we wanted to make a compiled list of free mental health resources in Nevada.
Recently, Nevada ranked extremely low for states with mental health resources. In fact, we ranked at the bottom of the list, according to Fortune magazine’s wellness publication.
The factors for the study included things such as number of beds available in mental health facilities, the proportion of psychologist to residents, the amount of youth depressive episodes, and the number of mental health sick days taken.
In Nevada, we had one of the lowest ratios of psychologist to residents, high mental health sick days and other factors that’ve contributed to an overall poor mental health system. To combat this, we wanted to increase awareness about free mental health resources to improve wellness, increase coping skills and much more.
Free Mental Health Resources In Nevada (Southern)
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) will point you in the right direction when it comes to obtaining mental health resources. Although NAMI doesn’t offer diagnoses, treatment, clinical help, therapy, counseling directly, the organization can help determine what organization or services you may need.
It’s a good start when it comes to navigating mental health crisis. Click here for a list of resources in Southern Nevada that NAMI recommends.
Along with, Hope Means Nevada is another great organization that can be a starting point when it comes to free mental health resources in Nevada. According to the group’s website, they provide information and connections to mental wellness resources to Nevada’s teens.
Another great program in Las Vegas is Nevada 211, which is a program under the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services. This is truly a great resource if you’re looking for general counseling, crisis hotlines, behavior learning therapy, intensive outpatient programs and so much more.
There’s also resources available for those that need medication or other areas regarding mental health among adolescents.
Free Mental Health Resources In Northern Nevada
For our friends in Northern Nevada, the Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services is the first resource we would suggest. The NNAMHS is a “comprehensive, community-based behavioral health system for adult consumers.”
Although services are provided on a sliding scale fee, services are not denied if a patient doesn’t have the ability to pay, the website states. It’s a great start to navigate the medical journey when it comes to mental health.
There’s also a NAMI branch in Northern Nevada that offers a plethora of services and resources for teens, adults and older adults with substances abuse disorders, depression, anxiety disorders and much more.
Another great organization for those in Northern Nevada is “Join Together Northern Nevada.” This is a wonderful organization that’s aimed at providing resources, support and education about substance abuse disorders.
On the website, Join Together Northern Nevada has an exhaustive list for mental health and substance abuse resources. You can access the list by clicking here.
This list is a valuable resource that tackles multiple mental health topics such as trauma, suicide, tragedy, disability advocacy and resources about education. Some are free mental health resources in Nevada, while others are on a sliding scale.
Free Mental Health Resources In Western + Eastern Nevada
Like our other friends in Southern and Northern Nevada, Western Nevada also has a NAMI office that can be a great starting point if you’re looking for resources.
There are support groups, crisis hotlines, and resources that NAMI provides to the Western region of the state.
For those in the eastern and rural part of the state, we recommend seeing your town’s social service enter. In White Pine County, which is near the eastern border of Nevada, the social services department is aimed at moving “low-income individuals and families toward self-sufficiency and a better quality of life.”
You must set up an appointment with the White Pine County Social Service, which can be reached at 775-293-6528. There is very limited emergency services or immediate help from the White Pine County Social Service office.
For those that need help, please remember that you’re not alone. If free services are not available in your area then we recommend asking if a facility has a “sliding scale payment” option. This form of payment charges you based on your income.
Nevada’s Warmlines are a great option for those that need crisis intervention. The warmline is statewide, confidential and available 24/7. The warmline is 775-241-4212.