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.
West Virginia Family Court is a statewide unified system handling divorce, custody, and child support. The Bureau for Child Support Enforcement operates under DHHR. Charleston, Huntington, Parkersburg, and Morgantown are the largest cities. Legal Aid of West Virginia and the West Virginia Coalition Against Domestic Violence provide statewide civil legal aid and safety services to women.
State agency overseeing mental health services and programs for women in Charleston. Services include individual counseling, group therapy, crisis intervention, and psychiatric referrals. Sliding-scale fees and insurance options are often available; call for current intake hours. Open Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm.
304-356-4811 · 350 Capitol St Room 350, Charleston, WV 25301 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm · Visit Website
24/7 crisis counseling for women in emotional distress across West Virginia. Services include individual counseling, group therapy, crisis intervention, and psychiatric referrals. Sliding-scale fees and insurance options are often available; call for current intake hours. Available 24/7.
988 · Statewide Phone/Text Service · 24/7 · Visit Website
Education, support groups, and advocacy for women with mental illness in West Virginia. Services include individual counseling, group therapy, crisis intervention, and psychiatric referrals. Sliding-scale fees and insurance options are often available; call for current intake hours. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
304-342-0497 · Charleston, WV · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Community mental health services for the mid-Ohio Valley for women in Parkersburg. Services include individual counseling, group therapy, crisis intervention, and psychiatric referrals. Sliding-scale fees and insurance options are often available; call for current intake hours. Available 24/7.
304-485-1721 · 2121 7th St, Parkersburg, WV 26101 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; Crisis 24/7
Support for women with postpartum depression and perinatal mood disorders across West Virginia. Services include individual counseling, group therapy, crisis intervention, and psychiatric referrals. Sliding-scale fees and insurance options are often available; call for current intake hours. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; Crisis Text: HOME to 741741.
800-944-4773 · Statewide Service · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; Crisis Text: HOME to 741741 · Visit Website
Community behavioral health services in north central WV for women in Morgantown. Services include individual counseling, group therapy, crisis intervention, and psychiatric referrals. Sliding-scale fees and insurance options are often available; call for current intake hours. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
304-296-1731 · 301 Scott Ave, Morgantown, WV 26508 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Psychiatric hospital providing mental health treatment for women in Charleston. Services include individual counseling, group therapy, crisis intervention, and psychiatric referrals. Sliding-scale fees and insurance options are often available; call for current intake hours. Available 24/7.
304-926-1600 · 300 56th St SE, Charleston, WV 25304 · 24/7 · Visit Website
Call or text 988 for free, confidential crisis support 24/7 anywhere in the US. Trained counselors help women experiencing suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or mental health crises. Online chat available at 988lifeline.org. No insurance required; counselors speak multiple languages.
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Free 24/7 confidential treatment referral and information service for mental health and substance use disorders. Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) in English or Spanish for referrals to local treatment facilities and support groups. No insurance required and calls are fully confidential.
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Free peer support and resource referral line from the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), text NAMI to 741741, or chat at nami.org. Staffed by trained volunteers with lived mental illness experience.
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Free anonymous online screening tools for depression, anxiety, and PTSD, plus a local affiliate directory in every state. Visit mhanational.org for personalized guidance on next steps.
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Official US government mental health information hub covering conditions, treatments, crisis resources, and how to find local help. Free 24/7 at mentalhealth.gov.
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PSI provides a helpline at 1-800-944-4773, a provider directory, and peer support for women experiencing postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, or pregnancy loss. Free virtual support groups and coordinator referrals available.
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Free 24/7 confidential mental health support for pregnant and postpartum women. Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (852-6262) in English or Spanish. No insurance required.
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Free 24/7 text-based crisis support. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor. Ideal for women in situations where a phone call is not safe. Confidential and available anywhere in the US.
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Online therapist directory and mental wellness community created to support Black women and girls. Search for culturally competent therapists by location and specialty at therapyforblackgirls.com.
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ADAA provides a therapist directory, peer support groups, and free self-help resources for anxiety, depression, PTSD, and OCD at adaa.org.
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