Mental Health Resources in Tuscaloosa & West Alabama

A starting point for finding mental health support in our area. NAMI Tuscaloosa does not endorse specific providers; this list is provided to help you take the next step.

In crisis right now? Skip to the Crisis Resources at the bottom.

Inpatient Mental Health Care

North Harbor Pavilion (DCH Health System) 24-hour inpatient psychiatric care for adults and senior adults. Admission begins with assessment in the Northport Medical Center Emergency Department. 2700 Hospital Drive, Northport • 205-330-3838 • dchsystem.com

Bryce Hospital State-operated psychiatric hospital providing inpatient and residential care for adults with serious mental illness. 1651 Ruby Tyler Parkway, Tuscaloosa • mh.alabama.gov/bryce-hospital

Community Mental Health Centers (Outpatient)

Indian Rivers Behavioral Health The largest community mental health provider in West Alabama, serving Tuscaloosa, Bibb, and Pickens counties. Outpatient counseling, psychiatric services, substance use treatment, and crisis intervention. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, most private insurance, and offers sliding-scale fees. 2209 9th Street, Tuscaloosa • 205-345-1600 • irbh.org

Whatley Health Services Federally-qualified community health center providing integrated primary care and mental health services. Sliding-scale discounts up to 100% for eligible patients. Bilingual staff available. 2731 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Tuscaloosa • 205-758-6647 whatleyhealth.org• Additional locations: Eutaw, Hale County, Vernon, Pickens County, Sumter County, Sipsey

Family Counseling Service of Tuscaloosa County Outpatient counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. 2020 Paul W. Bryant Drive, Tuscaloosa

Walk-In and Urgent Mental Health Care

Hope Pointe Crisis Center — 24/7 walk-in care for mental health and substance use emergencies. 1401 Greensboro Avenue, Tuscaloosa • irbh.org

Crimson Care Skyland — Walk-in mental health appointments during business hours, no appointment needed. 1771 Skyland Blvd. E, Tuscaloosa • crimsoncare.com/urgent-mental-health

Adolescent and Children's Services

Wings Adolescent Recovery Services — Co-occurring disorders treatment for ages 13-18 (mental health + addiction). wingsats.com

Brewer-Porch Children's Center (UA) — Outpatient and residential mental health services for children and adolescents. 2501 Woodland Road, Tuscaloosa • brewerporch.ua.edu

University of Alabama Resources

UA Psychology Clinic — Therapy provided by graduate students under licensed supervision; reduced fees, open to the public. 205-348-5000 • psychology.ua.edu/clinic

UA Counseling Center — Free counseling for currently enrolled UA students. 205-348-3863

Specialized Resources

Veterans: Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center — 3701 Loop Road • 205-554-2000

Substance Use:

  • Indian Rivers Behavioral Health (integrated mental health + substance use)

  • Bradford Health Services, Warrior, AL

Spanish-Language and Latino Resources / Recursos en Español

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988 and press 2 for Spanish. 24/7. Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 988 y presione 2 para hablar con un consejero en español.

Crisis Text Line — Text AYUDA to 741741 for support in Spanish.

NAMI National Resources in Spanish — nami.org/Espanol • 1-800-950-NAMI (Spanish assistance available)

Whatley Health Services — Bilingual staff. 205-758-6647

Indian Rivers Behavioral Health — Contact directly to ask about Spanish-language services or interpretation. 205-345-1600

Find a Bilingual Therapist:

Therapist Directories

Search for licensed therapists by insurance, specialty, gender, and other factors:

  • Psychology Today — psychologytoday.com (search zip 35401)

  • Mental Health.com — mentalhealth.com/local/tuscaloosa-al

  • Open Path Collective — openpathcollective.org (reduced-fee sessions, $40-80)

When calling a new provider, ask: (1) Do you accept my insurance or offer sliding-scale fees? (2) When is your earliest appointment? (3) Do you have experience with my specific concern?

Community Partners

Tuscaloosa Mental Health Alliance (TMHA) — Coalition of local mental health organizations. NAMI Tuscaloosa serves on the TMHA board. tuscaloosamha.org

Wings Across Alabama — Statewide peer-support nonprofit. Their Tuscaloosa BRIDGE Support Group meets Tuesdays at 5:30 PM at R.O.S.S., 2624 18th Street. Free, peer-led, open to anyone with lived experience of mental illness. wingsacrossal.org

NAMI Tuscaloosa Programs

Free programs that complement professional treatment:

  • Monthly meetings — second Monday at Christ Episcopal Church + Zoom

  • Family Support Group — for loved ones

  • NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group — for adults living with a mental health condition (in-person monthly + weekly on Zoom)

  • Family-to-Family — free 8-session course for family and friends

  • NAMI HelpLine — 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), M-F, 9 AM-9 PM CT

See our Programs & Support page for details.

🆘 Crisis Resources

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911.

988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or text, 24/7. Press 2 for Spanish.

Text HOME to 741741 — Crisis Text Line (English). Text AYUDA for Spanish.

Hope Pointe Crisis Center — 24/7 walk-in. 1401 Greensboro Avenue, Tuscaloosa.

Indian Rivers Mobile Crisis Team — 205-391-3131. On-site crisis intervention.

Veteran Crisis Line — Dial 988, press 1.

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This list is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care. NAMI Tuscaloosa does not endorse, certify, or take responsibility for any specific provider. Please verify credentials, insurance acceptance, and availability before scheduling services.

Last updated: May 2026