Behavioral Health Resources
Helene Response and Behavioral Health: In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, many in our community are facing tough challenges. You don’t have to navigate this alone—support is here. If you or someone you know is struggling or in a crisis, help is available. You can call or text 9-8-8, or chat at www.988Lifeline.org to reach a trained counselor who can provide support in a mental health, substance use or suicide crisis. Visit the Behavioral Health & Recovery Resources page for additional updates and information for support.
Behavioral health treatments are ways of helping people who are experiencing emotional distress, mental illness or substance misuse. If you or someone you know is struggling, there are resources available in Henderson County for help and support.
Henderson County Crisis Resources for Mental Health and Substance Use
Vaya Health is available for anyone in Western North Carolina who needs services for mental health, developmental disabilities or substance abuse. Their call center is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help direct people to the care they need. Call 1-800-849-6127.
Henderson County Public Schools offers a link for Henderson County's "Mental Health and Crisis Resources"
RHA offers a FREE Mobile Crisis Team that is available 24/7 at 888-573-1006.
Suicide Hotline Numbers:
- National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 988
- Veteran’s Crisis Line: 800-273-8255 press 1
Children and Family Resource Center employs a Child and Family Mental Health Navigator. Visit their website to book a consultation.
Resources for Spanish-speaking providers in Asheville/Hendersonville
The following are some of the Behavioral Health resources for people who are uninsured or underinsured (Note: This is not a comprehensive list of organizations in Henderson County that offer behavioral health care):
The Henderson County Department of Public Health Our clinical social worker offers counseling services to Henderson County residents to help with issues such as stress, depression, anxiety and parenting. Services are also available in Spanish. Call 828-692-4223 for more information.
Family Preservation Services offers a Walk-In Clinic located at 120 Chadwick Square Court, Suite C in Hendersonville between 8:00 am and 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Call 828-697-4187 about additional services.
Blue Ridge Community Health offers Behavioral Health Services for those who are insured, underinsured and uninsured. Call 828-692-4289.
Thrive focuses on assisting individuals who are experiencing mental health symptoms to get back on their feet. Thrive's programs provide opportunities to learn coping, social, independent living and vocational skills. Call 828-697-1582.
The Free Clinics offers Behavioral Health Services and a Community Pharmacy for individuals who are uninsured. Call their Mental Health Navigator at 828-697-8422.
NAMI Their mission is to provide support and education for families affected by mental illness and to advocate for quality lives without stigma or discrimination. For more information, please contact Robin C. Payne, MBA, Executive Director; NAMI Western Carolina, 356 Biltmore Avenue, Ste 207, Asheville, NC 28801, www.namiwnc.org, 828-505-7353
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