H O T L I N E S
Crisis Help Line: 1-800-273-8255
A 24-hour service for anyone depressed, stressed, suicidal
The Lifeline – Suicide Prevention Hotline: dial or text 988
When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network.
Veteran’s Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255, Press 1
Confidential help for Veterans and the families (provided by the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs)
Support Warm Line: 1-866-771-9276
Telephone support during challenging times and non-crisis situations
Counseling Centers/Programs:
Behavioral Health Center (Eastport Health): Calais 454-3022 | Eastport 853-6001| Machias 255-3400
Alcohol and substance use counseling; Counseling for families of substance users; Mental health counseling for children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups
Behavioral Health Home Svcs. for Children (AMHC): 1-800-244-6431
A holistic service intended to help children and families manage their behavioral health and emotional needs. Services are provided by a team of individuals comprised of a health home coordinator, a clinical team leader, a nurse, and a family support peer specialist. Targeted Case Management is designed to connect families with resources that will help them meet their goals and make sure the needs of the child are met. Case managers meet regularly with children and families in their homes to develop service plans, identify community resources and advocate for needed supports. They support families by attending school meetings, medical appointments, making referrals, and monitoring services as they progress.
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Behavioral Health Home Svcs. for Adults (AMHC): 1-800-244-6431
A holistic service intended to help adults 18 and older manage their behavioral health and physical health needs. Services are provided by a team of individuals comprised of Health Home Coordinators, a clinical team leader, a nurse, and a peer support specialist. The team provides case management to assist with accessing needed community services and resources, symptom management, wellness management for improved mental health/physical health, life-skills building, coordination with healthcare providers, and support from peers.
Community Health & Counseling Services: 1-800-540-8311
Child, teen and family counseling
East Grand Health Center (Danforth): 448-2347
Mental and behavioral health counseling; Substance use counseling
Family Counseling (AMHC): 1-800-244-6431
Child, teen, couple & marriage counseling; Substance use counseling
Harrington Community Mental Health Program: 532-8530
Mental health counseling
Harrington Family Health Center: 483-4502
Family counseling; Play therapy
Healthways – Regional Medical Center: Lubec 733-7531 / Machias 255-0102
Mental health and Substance counseling
MAS Home Care of Maine: 259-1645
Child and family outpatient counseling. Targeted Case Management Services for Children.
National Alliance of Mental Health (NAMI) – Maine: 1-800-464-5767
Support, education, & advocacy
St. Croix Regional Health Center: 796-5503
Mental health counseling; Substance use counseling; Psychiatry
Veterans Counseling – Readjustment Counseling: 1-877-927-8387
For veterans who are having difficulty readjusting to civilian life, they can find resources here or by calling 877-927-8387.
Individual Counselors/Therapists:
To search for an individual counselor or therapist use the links below for the most updated information:
Find a Therapist – Washington County
Health Affiliates of Maine – Washington County
Psychology Today – List of Therapists in Maine
Other Links & Resources:
American Psychological Association:
Resources on mental health, emotional wellness, relationships, depression…