Counseling & Mental Health
If you're looking for referrals in your area, contact ISBA at 773.444.0305 or info@i-sba.org. Please give us the area you live in and the type of insurance you have, and we can help you find some options. If you’re feeling like you need to talk to someone, please contact us or one of the resources below!
The Center for Identity Potential
1400 Renaissance Drive, Suite 440
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Phone: 312-624-9815
The Center for Identity Potential is a counseling practice that focuses on people who have exceptionalities and are looking for a unique fit. They offer specialized mental health counseling services for individuals, couples, and families who have a physical disability or chronic illness.
Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, providing access to free, 24/7 support and info. Free & anonymous. Text "Hello" to 741741.
Gateway Connect
844.95.HELP4U
Virtual Outpatient Services. Accessibility to life-saving addiction care is just as important as the quality of care received. Gateway Foundation has made it easier than ever before, to receive addiction and mental health services. Anywhere you are, we can connect to you virtually, and provide the same level of care that Gateway Foundation has been known for, the last 50+ years. No longer are transportation, childcare, traveling, confidentiality, or disabilities a reason not to be able to participate in substance use disorder care.
National Alliance on Mental Illness Illinois
Information Helpline: (800) 950-6264 or (800) 346-4572. Suicide Prevention Lifelines: (800) 273-8255 or (800) 784-7433.
Click here for other Crisis Resources from their website
Their purpose is to help improve the lives of people affected by mental illness through education, support, and advocacy.
National Disability Institute #Resilient PwD program
You can sign up for texts related to managing stress and feelings of isolation, building positive thinking, and establishing new behavior patterns that promote emotional well-being and financial resilience.
Optum Emotional Support Helpline 866-342-6892. Free of charge, Call 24/7 days a week.
Spina Bifida Association Mental Health Info and Webinar - resources and info for people with spina bifida.
Updated 3/19/2024