Mental Health Resources
Whether you're looking for support for yourself or someone you care about, help is available. Below you'll find crisis lines, local services in the Greater New Orleans area, and statewide resources.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out immediately.
Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If there is immediate danger, call 911.
Crisis Helplines
Free, confidential support available 24/7
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
National · 24/7Free, confidential support for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call or text 988 anytime, 24/7.
988lifeline.orgCrisis Text Line
National · 24/7Text-based crisis support available around the clock. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
crisistextline.orgNAMI Helpline
National · Mon–FriThe National Alliance on Mental Illness helpline offers information, referrals, and support for individuals and families.
nami.org/helpLocal Resources
Jefferson & Orleans Parish — Greater New Orleans Area
Metropolitan Human Services District
Orleans ParishProvides behavioral health, developmental disabilities, and addictive disorders services to residents of Orleans, Plaquemines, and St. Bernard parishes.
Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority (JPHSA)
Jefferson ParishOffers mental health, substance use, and developmental disability services to Jefferson Parish residents, including crisis intervention.
Ochsner Behavioral Health — Crisis Services
Jefferson & OrleansOchsner Health provides inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services across the Greater New Orleans area, including crisis stabilization.
Tulane Medical Center — Psychiatric Emergency
Orleans ParishPsychiatric emergency services available through Tulane Medical Center in New Orleans.
Volunteers of America — Greater New Orleans
Orleans & JeffersonProvides substance use treatment, mental health counseling, and supportive housing services throughout the New Orleans metro area.
NAMI New Orleans
Orleans & JeffersonLocal chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness offering peer support groups, education programs, and advocacy for individuals and families.
Additional Support
National & statewide programs
SAMHSA National Helpline
National · 24/7 · FreeFree, confidential treatment referral and information service for mental health and substance use disorders.
samhsa.govVeterans Crisis Line
National · 24/7Confidential crisis support for veterans, service members, and their families. Call 988 and press 1, or text 838255.
veteranscrisisline.netLouisiana Office of Behavioral Health
Louisiana StatewideState agency overseeing mental health and substance use services across Louisiana, including provider directories and program information.
ldh.la.gov/obhAlternative & Collaborative Providers
Other psychiatric & behavioral health practices in the area
When our schedule is full or a patient needs a different level of care, we want to make sure no one is left without options. The providers below are trusted practices in the Greater New Orleans area.
Rodriguez Clinic and Foundation
Jefferson ParishA trusted collaborative practice located in the same building. Offers a range of behavioral health and psychiatric services for patients who may need an alternative provider.
Access Health Louisiana
Orleans & JeffersonA Federally Qualified Health Center offering an array of primary care, behavioral health, and mental health services to the Greater New Orleans community regardless of ability to pay.
Oceans Behavioral Health — IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program)
Multiple ParishesOffers Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) providing structured group therapy for adults dealing with mental health and substance use challenges. Multiple locations across the Greater New Orleans area. A strong step-down option for patients needing more support than weekly outpatient care.
Oceans Behavioral Health — Medication Management Clinic
Jefferson Parish (West Bank)Provides outpatient psychiatric medication management services for adults. Located in Marrero, LA — a convenient option for patients on the West Bank who need medication oversight.
DePaul Behavioral Health
Orleans ParishProvides comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services for adults and adolescents throughout the New Orleans metro area.
Therapist Recommendations
Licensed counselors & therapy practices in the New Orleans area
Therapy and psychiatric care often work best together. If you're looking for a licensed therapist to complement your psychiatric treatment, the following are reputable options in our area.
Ellie Mental Health — New Orleans
Orleans ParishA modern, welcoming therapy practice offering individual, couples, and family counseling. Ellie Mental Health focuses on accessible, judgment-free care for a wide range of mental health concerns.
Ochsner Behavioral Health — Outpatient Therapy
Jefferson & OrleansLicensed therapists and counselors available through Ochsner Health for individual and group therapy across multiple locations in the Greater New Orleans area.
Psychology Today — Find a Therapist
Greater New OrleansSearch a comprehensive directory of licensed therapists, psychologists, and counselors in the New Orleans area filtered by specialty, insurance, and availability.
Primary Care Recommendations
For patients who need a primary care provider
Having an established primary care provider is an important part of whole-person health. This is especially important for our geriatric patients. The following practices are accepting new patients in the Greater New Orleans area.
JenCare Senior Medical Center
Jefferson & OrleansSpecializes in primary care for Medicare patients and seniors. JenCare offers comprehensive geriatric care including chronic disease management, preventive care, and care coordination — an excellent resource for older adult patients.
Access Health Louisiana — Primary Care
Orleans & JeffersonProvides affordable primary care services on a sliding fee scale. A strong option for uninsured or underinsured patients who need a primary care home before or alongside psychiatric treatment.
Ochsner Health — Primary Care
Jefferson & OrleansA large network of primary care physicians across the Greater New Orleans area accepting most major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're ready to work with a provider one-on-one, Chambers Psychiatric Services is accepting new patients. We're here to help you move forward.