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A comprehensive directory of mental health, housing, legal, and crisis resources in Essex County, NJ and surrounding areas.

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Mental Health Services — Adolescents (Outpatient)

Therapy and counseling programs for kids and teens that don't require staying overnight. Your child can go to appointments for talk therapy, group sessions, or psychiatry and then come home each day.

CareWell Health – Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
Outpatient therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, case management, and family support for youth.
📍240 Central Ave, East Orange, NJ 07018
🕐Mon–Fri, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
📞(973) 414-6740 | (973) 221-8583
Children & Adolescents Medicaid / Medicare
Trinitas Regional Medical Center — Youth & Adolescent Services
Adolescent outpatient therapy, partial hospitalization, inpatient treatment, DBT groups, and medication management.
📍655 E Jersey St, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
🕐Varies by program
📞(908) 994-7712
Ages 5–17 Medicaid / Private
Riskins Children's Center (Mental Health Association)
Outpatient counseling and therapeutic groups for children and adolescents; limited adult services available.
📍33 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair, NJ
🕐Mon–Thu 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Fri until 5:00 p.m.
📞(973) 509-9777
Youth 8–18 Medicaid / Medicare
Partnership for Children of Essex (CMO)
Outpatient counseling, in-home care management, and family-centered mental and behavioral health services.
📍300 Broad Acres Dr, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
🕐Mon–Fri, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
📞(973) 323-3000
Youth ages 3–21 & Families All Insurance
Youth Development Clinic (YDC)
Outpatient counseling services focused on adolescent mental health support.
📍500 Broad St, 3rd Floor, Suite #1, Newark, NJ 07102
🕐By appointment
📞(973) 623-5080
Adolescents Medicaid
Good Life Center for Mental Health
Individual, family, and group therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem, offered in person and via telehealth.
📍830 Morris Turnpike, Suite 405, Short Hills, NJ 07078
📞908-956-7880
Adolescents & Adults Out of Pocket
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center — Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health
Outpatient therapy, psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and crisis screening for youth, with referral to partial hospitalization or inpatient if needed.
📍201 Lyons Ave, Newark, NJ 07112
🕐Varies by program; hospital services 24/7
📞(973) 926-7000 | Behavioral Health: (973) 926-7026
Children & Adolescents (ages 5–17) Medicaid / Most Private Insurance
Embark Behavioral Health — Lukin Center Psychotherapy (Montclair)
Outpatient therapy and psychiatry for youth and adults, including individual, family, and group therapy, and intensive outpatient programs (IOP).
📍51 Upper Montclair Plaza, Suite 27, Montclair, NJ 07043
🕐Varies; daytime and evening appointments available
📞(973) 783-1922
Children, Adolescents, Adults & Families Private Insurance
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Mental Health Services — Adults (Outpatient)

Therapy, counseling, and mental health care for adults who live at home. Adults meet with counselors, therapists, or doctors for appointments but don't stay in the hospital overnight.

Greater Essex Counseling Services
Outpatient counseling, substance abuse prevention, group therapy, anger management, and job training and basic needs assistance.
📍23 Branford Pl, 2nd Floor, Newark, NJ
🕐Mon–Thu 8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Fri 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
📞(973) 623-7878 | (973) 832-0189
Adults & Teens Sliding Scale / Uninsured
Mt. Carmel Guild Behavioral Healthcare — Outpatient
Outpatient therapy, psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and partial care/day programs.
📍47 Miller St, 2nd Floor, Newark, NJ 07102
🕐Mon–Fri, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
📞(973) 596-4190
Adults 18+ Sliding Scale
Irvington Counseling Center
Outpatient mental health counseling, medication management, and in-person or virtual therapy groups.
📍21–29 Wagner Place, Irvington, NJ 07111
🕐Mon 9–6 | Tue 9–5 | Wed 9–8 | Thu 9–7 | Fri 9–3
📞(973) 399-3132
Ages 7+ Sliding Scale $35/session
Family Service Bureau of Newark / Kearny (FSB)
Outpatient mental health, counseling, and substance use services for individuals and families.
📍274 S Orange Ave, Newark, NJ
🕐Mon–Fri, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
📞(973) 412-2056
Adults & Families Aetna / BCBS / Medicaid
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center — Behavioral Health (Outpatient)
Hospital-based outpatient behavioral health and psychiatric services.
📍210 Lehigh Ave, 3rd Floor, Newark, NJ
🕐8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
📞(973) 926-6690
Adults & Adolescents Medicaid / Horizon BCBS
New Community Corporation — Family Services
Community-based family support services, including housing stabilization and wellness supports.
📍233 West Market St, Newark, NJ 07103
🕐Monday–Friday 9 AM–5 PM
📞(973) 623-2800
Adults & Families Medicaid / Medicare
CFS (Family Services) — Essex Outpatient
Evidence-based outpatient therapy addressing mood disorders, trauma, family conflict, grief, and identity-related concerns.
📍86 S Harrison St, East Orange, NJ 07018
🕐Mon/Tue/Fri 9–5; Wed/Thu 9–8
Children–Age 21 Medicaid
Wellness House (Family Connections)
Outpatient mental health support for adults, including therapy, medication management, and group programs focused on recovery and wellness.
📍395 South Center Street (back entrance), Orange, NJ 07050
🕐Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM; Fri 9 AM–5 PM
📞973-380-0466 | 973-518-3503
Adults 18+ Private / Medicaid / Medicare
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Mental Health Services — Families (Support / Case Management)

Help for families who have a child, teen, or adult struggling with mental health issues.

Casa De Don Pedro
Community-based mental health and family support services with a focus on culturally responsive care.
📍75 Park Ave, Newark, NJ 07104
🕐Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
📞(973) 483-2703 ext. 2206
Teens & Families Sliding Scale
Intensive Family Support Services (IFSS) — Essex County
Family-centered mental health support including counseling, skill-building, and therapeutic groups (some virtual).
📍33 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042
🕐Mon–Fri, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
📞(973) 509-9777
Individuals & Families (ages 5+) Medicaid / Medicare
Acute Care Family Support — MHA Essex
Supportive counseling, family education, advocacy, and connection to services for families navigating mental illness.
📍33 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair, NJ
🕐Mon–Fri, standard business hours
📞(973) 509-9777
Families No Direct Fees
SPAN (Parent Advocacy Network)
Family advocacy, education, and systems navigation for caregivers of children with disabilities or special health needs.
📍570 Broad St, Suite 702, Newark, NJ 07102
🕐Mon–Fri, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
📞(973) 642-8100
Caregivers & Families Advocacy-Based (Free)
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Partial Care Programs

Day programs for people who need extra support but not a full hospital stay.

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care — Partial Care / PHP
Partial hospitalization and structured day treatment including group therapy, psychiatric care, medication management, and family supports.
📍183 S Orange Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
🕐Mon–Fri daytime (varies by program)
📞1-800-969-5300
Children, Adolescents & Adults Medicaid / Medicare
Mt. Carmel Guild Behavioral Healthcare — Partial Care
Partial care/day treatment with therapeutic groups, case management, and medication coordination.
📍58 Freeman St, Newark, NJ 07102
🕐Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
📞(973) 596-4190
Adults — Serious Mental Illness Sliding Scale
Northwest Essex Community Network (NECHN) — Partial Care
Community-based partial care and day programs offering therapy groups, medication monitoring, and care coordination.
📍570 Belleville Ave, Belleville, NJ 07109
🕐Mon–Fri 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
📞(973) 450-3100
Children & Adults All Insurance
Prospect House — Mental Health Association of Essex & Morris
Partial care/day programming focused on social rehabilitation and recovery supports.
📍424 Main St, East Orange, NJ 07018
🕐Monday–Friday: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
📞(973) 674-8067
Adults — Serious Mental Illness Medicare / Medicaid
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Hospitals / Primary Screening Centers / Short-Term Care

Places for urgent or emergency care: hospitals for overnight stays, primary screening centers for emergency evaluation, and short-term care for brief stays to help someone stabilize.

Essex County Hospital Center
Acute inpatient psychiatric hospital providing short-term stabilization, specialized treatment for serious mental illness, and discharge planning.
📍204 Grove Ave, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
🕐Inpatient services 24/7
📞(973) 571-2800
Essex County Residents
Primary Screening Center — Jersey City Medical Center (Hudson County)
Psychiatric emergency screening, crisis assessment, stabilization, and referral to appropriate inpatient or outpatient services.
📍395 Grand St, Jersey City, NJ 07302
🕐24/7
📞(201) 915-2268 | Hotline: 866-367-6023
Hudson County 24/7
Primary Screening Center — Clara Maass Medical Center (Essex County)
Psychiatric emergency screening and crisis assessment with referrals for inpatient or community-based care.
📍1 Clara Maass Dr, Belleville, NJ 07109
🕐24/7
📞(201) 275-3259 | Hotline: (973) 844-4357
Essex County
Primary Screening Center — Newark Beth Israel Medical Center (RWJBarnabas)
Psychiatric emergency screening, crisis stabilization, and referral to inpatient, partial, or outpatient services.
📍201 Lyons Ave, Newark, NJ 07112
🕐24/7
📞(973) 926-4369 | Hotline: (973) 926-7444
Essex County
Primary Screening Center — Rutgers Behavioral Health Care (UBHC Newark)
Emergency psychiatric screening, crisis triage, and referral to outpatient, partial care, or inpatient treatment.
📍150 Bergen St / 183 S Orange Ave, Newark, NJ
🕐24/7 via hospital ED
📞(973) 623-2323 | Access Line: 1-800-969-5300
Psychiatric Emergencies
Mountainside Hospital — Short-Term Psychiatric Care
Short-term inpatient psychiatric treatment focused on stabilization, evaluation, and discharge planning.
📍1 Bay Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042
🕐Inpatient services 24/7
📞(973) 429-6713
Brief Inpatient Care
CareWell Health Medical Center — Short-Term Care / CAPS
Medical and behavioral health services, child/adolescent psychiatric services, outpatient and short-term care.
📍240 Central Ave, East Orange, NJ 07018
🕐Mon–Fri 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
📞973-266-4456 | 973-266-8440 | CAPS: 973-414-6740
Children, Adolescents & Adults
St. Michael's Medical Center — Short-Term Care
Acute hospital care, including psychiatric emergency services through the ED.
📍111 Central Ave, Newark, NJ 07109
🕐Inpatient/ED 24/7
📞973-465-2681
Hospital Patients
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center — Short-Term / Inpatient
Inpatient psychiatric care with AES/ED screening and stabilization services.
📍201 Lyons Ave, Newark, NJ 07112
🕐Inpatient units 24/7
📞973-926-3183
Acute Inpatient Care
University Hospital (Rutgers Health) — Short-Term Facility
Acute inpatient psychiatry, tertiary behavioral health, and crisis stabilization.
📍150 Bergen St, Newark, NJ 07103
🕐Inpatient services 24/7
📞973-926-3183
Complex Psychiatric Cases
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Substance Use & Addiction Services

Programs that help people who are struggling with drugs, alcohol, or other addictions.

Care Center for Addiction — Rutgers Medical School
Substance abuse prevention, mental health counseling, case management; individual and group counseling.
📍183 S Orange Ave, Newark, NJ
🕐Mon–Fri 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
📞973-972-2977
Adults Medicaid / Uninsured
Greater Essex Counseling Services
Offers substance-use prevention programming alongside outpatient counseling for adults and teens.
📍23 Branford Pl, 2nd Floor, Newark, NJ
🕐Mon–Thu 8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Fri 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
📞973-623-7878
Adults & Teens Grants for Uninsured
Partnership to End Addiction Helpline (National / Remote)
Free, confidential support for parents/caregivers concerned about a child's substance use.
📍Nationwide (remote)
🕐Mon–Fri 10–8 PM ET; Sat–Sun 12–5 PM ET
📞855-378-4373 | Text CONNECT to 55753
Families of Youth Free
CarePlus NJ — Essex Outpatient Center (Bloomfield)
Outpatient mental health services including therapy, psychiatric evaluation, medication management, case management, and intensive outpatient support for youth and adults.
📍84 Washington St, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
🕐Mon–Fri daytime & evening hours
📞(201) 265-8200
Children, Adolescents, Adults & Families Medicaid / Private / Sliding Scale
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Youth & Family Services / Housing & Emergency

Support for families or youth who need basic help like housing, food, showers, or clothing.

Better Life (New Community) — Engagement Center & Supportive Housing
Drop-in engagement, ID/document assistance, housing & job search help, supportive housing, food and basic supplies.
📍101 14th Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
🕐Mon–Fri 9–5 PM; Sat 10–3 PM
📞862-229-1400
Adults & Families — Homeless
Newark Emergency Services for Families (NESF)
Emergency assistance, drop-in center (showers, clothing, tech access), food assistance, diapers.
📍982 Broad St, Newark, NJ 07102
🕐Mon–Thu 8:30–4:30; Fri 8:30–4:00
📞973-639-2100
Adults & Families — Homeless
North Jersey Community Research Initiative (NJCRI)
Meals, showers, laundry, nursing/health triage, behavioral health linkage, housing placement, life skills, prevention & counseling.
📍393 Central Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
📞973-483-3444
Youth & Adults — Unhoused
211 NJ (United Way of New Jersey)
Free referral line connecting residents to local resources for mental health, housing, food, healthcare, legal help, and more.
📍Nationwide / New Jersey (phone & online)
🕐24/7
📞Call or text 2-1-1
Anyone in New Jersey Free
North Porch Women & Infants Centers
Emergency supplies (diapers, formula, baby food, toiletries) via referral from social service agencies.
📍13 State St, Newark, NJ 07104
🕐Varies by center
📞973-242-4212
Low-Income Mothers & Families Free via referral
Covenant House (Regional)
Meals, clothing, healthcare, mental health, case management, family reunification, education/GED, transitional housing, vocational programs, aftercare.
📍330 Washington St, Newark, NJ 07102
📞732-674-4702
Homeless / Runaway Youth (ages 18–21)
RAIN Foundation (Essex LGBTQ Housing)
Emergency housing and mental health resources for LGBTQ young adults.
📍168 Park St, East Orange, NJ
📞973-675-6780
LGBTQ Adults 18–26
Project Live, Inc. — Residential Services
Residential group homes, transitional/supportive housing, case management, employment supports, community integration.
📍465–475 Broadway, Newark, NJ 07104
📞973-481-1211
Adults — Serious Mental Illness
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LGBTQ+ Services

Support programs for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults.

Pride+ (Family Connections)
Support services and programs for LGBTQ youth.
📍7 Glenwood Ave, East Orange, NJ
📞973-675-3817
LGBT Youth
Hudson Pride Center
Emergency housing, mental health resources, education, workshops, and health services for LGBTQ youth and young adults.
📍3000 JFK Blvd, Suite 306, Jersey City, NJ
🕐Mon–Fri 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
📞201-963-4779
LGBTQ Youth 13–24
The Trevor Project (National)
24/7 crisis hotline, peer groups, education & resources for LGBTQ youth.
📍Nationwide (remote)
🕐24/7 crisis support
📞866-488-7386 | Text START to 678678
LGBTQ Youth Free
North Jersey Community Research Initiative (NJCRI)
Community-based health center offering medical care, HIV/STI services, behavioral health, substance-use treatment, case management, meals, housing support, and social services.
📍393 Central Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
🕐Mon–Fri approx. 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
📞973-483-3444
Adults & Youth — Essex County Medicaid / Medicare / Uninsured
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Domestic & Teen Dating Violence Resources

Support for teens dealing with unhealthy or unsafe relationships.

Essex County Family Justice Center
Provides support and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence and their families.
📍60 Nelson Pl, Newark, NJ 07102
🕐Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
📞973-230-7229
Adults, Teens & Families Not Required
Family Service League – Bloomfield
Offers counseling, therapy, and healthy relationship education for teens and adults.
📍440 Franklin St, Suite 200, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
🕐Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
📞973-746-0800
Teens, Adults & Families
Essex County Victim-Witness Advocacy (Prosecutor's Office)
Provides legal advocacy and support for victims of domestic and dating violence.
📍50 West Market St, Newark, NJ 07102
🕐Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
📞973-621-4687
Victims of Crime Not Applicable
Partners for Women and Justice
Provides legal support for survivors of intimate partner violence.
📍650 Bloomfield Ave, Suite 209, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
🕐Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
📞973-233-0111
Adults & Teens Not Required
National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline (LOVEIS)
Offers confidential support and resources for teens experiencing dating violence.
📍Online / Phone Support
🕐24/7
📞1-866-331-9474 | Text LOVEIS to 77054
Teens Nationwide Free
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Crisis Hotlines & Emergency Support (National & Local)

Phone or text lines that are open 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress, thinking about suicide, or having a mental health emergency. These are free and confidential.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential crisis support for suicidal ideation and mental health crises.
📍Nationwide (remote)
🕐24/7
Anyone in Crisis Free
2nd Floor (Youth Hotline)
Mental health support and hotline services specifically for youth and teens.
📍Nationwide
🕐24/7
📞888-222-2228
Teens Free
NAMI NJ / AACT-NOW (Hotline & Supports)
Peer support groups, non-clinical peer services, education and empowerment for individuals and families affected by mental illness.
📍1562 US-130, North Brunswick Township, NJ
🕐9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
📞732-940-0991 ext. 117
Individuals & Families Many Programs Free
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Legal / Advocacy / Case Management

Help for families and individuals with legal, social, or system challenges.

Kids in Need of Defense (KIND)
Free legal and social services for unaccompanied or separated immigrant children, including pro bono legal representation, mental health referrals, and policy advocacy.
📍50 Park Place, Suite 1401, Newark, NJ 07102
🕐Mon–Fri 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
📞862-304-5680
Immigrant / Refugee Youth Pro Bono (Free)
Integrated Case Management Services (ICMS) — MHA
Assertive outreach, assessments, service planning, linkage to medical/social/housing services, supportive counseling, advocacy, and crisis intervention.
📍80 Main St, Suite 150, West Orange, NJ 07052
📞973-842-4127 / 973-972-6100
Adults — Serious Mental Illness
Justice Involved Services — Mental Health Association of Essex & Morris
Supports justice-involved individuals with behavioral-health needs through discharge planning, medication continuity, re-entry services, and linkage to outpatient care and housing.
📍33 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042
📞973-676-9111
Justice-Involved Individuals
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Self-Help / Wellness Centers / Community

Community centers where people can drop in for support, social activities, mental health help, or help with basic needs like housing, food, and skills for daily life.

Better Life — Engagement Center (CWC)
Drop-in supports including document assistance, housing/job search help, food, respite, activities; supportive housing available.
📍101 14th Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
🕐Mon–Fri 9–5 PM; Sat 10–3 PM
📞862-229-1400
Adults & Families — Homeless
Collaborative Support Programs of New Jersey (CSPNJ)
Community-based support for adults with mental health or substance use challenges, including wellness centers, short-term respite housing, employment support, and help with basic needs.
📍11 Spring Street, Freehold, NJ 07728
📞862-229-1401
Adults — MH & Substance Use
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Community, Research & Specialty Services

Specialized programs for specific needs, like grief support, coping with loss, or programs designed for research purposes.

North Jersey Community Research Initiative (NJCRI)
Multi-service hub offering medical, behavioral health, mental health, and substance use services.
📍393 Central Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
📞973-483-3444
Imagine: A Center for Coping with Loss
Counseling and support groups for grieving adults, teens, and families.
📍570 Broad St, 4th Floor, Newark, NJ
📞908-264-3100
Grieving Adults, Teens & Families
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Misc / Hotlines / Nationwide Resources

Quick-access help you can reach by phone or online anywhere. These include crisis hotlines, national support lines, or information services that are free and confidential.

PerformCare (NJ Children's Behavioral Health Access Program)
Behavioral health access program for children/youth; provides referrals, care coordination, and resources.
📍New Jersey (statewide)
🕐24/7
📞1-877-652-7624
Children & Families in NJ
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential crisis support for suicidal ideation and mental health crises — call or text 988 anytime.
📍Nationwide (remote)
🕐24/7
Anyone in Crisis Free
The Trevor Project (National)
24/7 crisis hotline, peer groups, education & resources for LGBTQ youth.
📍Nationwide (remote)
🕐24/7
📞866-488-7386 | Text START to 678678
LGBTQ Youth Free
Partnership to End Addiction Helpline
Free, confidential support for parents/caregivers concerned about a child's substance use.
📍Nationwide (remote)
🕐Mon–Fri 10–8 PM ET; Sat–Sun 12–5 PM ET
📞855-378-4373 | Text CONNECT to 55753
Families of Youth Free
211 NJ (United Way of New Jersey)
Free referral line connecting residents to local resources for mental health, housing, food, healthcare, legal help, and more.
📍New Jersey (phone & online)
🕐24/7
📞Call or text 2-1-1
Anyone in New Jersey Free
Sylvia's Place (A Safe Future of New Jersey)
24-hour domestic violence hotline offering crisis support, safety planning, referrals, and access to emergency shelter for survivors.
📍Private address in Newark, NJ (not disclosed for safety)
🕐24/7
DV Survivors in Newark, NJ Free
Pathways to Wellness Directory — Essex County, NJ & Surrounding Areas
For emergencies, call 911. For mental health crises, call or text 988.