Mental Health Resources

in Calumet, Outagamie, and Winnebago Counties and Beyond

Need Help While You Wait for Mental Health Services?

A shortage of mental health providers can often mean waiting weeks, or even months, for an appointment. Below is a list of services and supports that can help you while you wait. Warmlines, support groups, and community drop-in centers are among the many options that can help support you right now.

Need Someone to Talk To?

Check out these warmlines. Warmlines are different from crisis lines. While crisis lines are designed for emergencies, warmlines provide emotional support, encouragement, and connection from trained peers who have lived experience with mental health or substance use challenges. They can be a great option when you need someone to talk to but are not in immediate crisis.

Warm Lines & Help Lines

HOPELINE Text Line

Text: “HOPELINE” to 741741

Connect with a trained crisis counselor through Wisconsin’s statewide emotional support text line.

Learn more: Center for Suicide Awareness – HOPELINE

Texto Esperanza – Spanish-speaking Crisis Text Line

Mande APOYO a
839863 (es gratis). De lunes a jueves, de 12 a 4 p.m. y de 6 a 10 p.m.

NAMI Fox Valley’s Iris Place Warmline

Call: 920-815-3217

Speak with one of NAMI Fox Valley’s certified peer specialists for support with emotional distress or challenges related to mental health or substance use.

Iris Place, located in Appleton, also offers a short-term stay in a homelike environment for Wisconsin adults who want peer support.

Project WisHope: 24/7 Peer Recovery Support Line

Call: 844-WIS-HOPE

Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Project WisHope offers resources, education, advocacy and peer support for people affected by addiction or mental health conditions, as well as their family members, friends and allies.

Uplift WI

Call: 534-202-5438

Hours: Daily from noon to 2 a.m. Central Time.

Uplift WI provides anonymous and confidential support for Wisconsin residents. The line is staffed by certified peer specialists with lived experience of mental health, substance use and related life challenges.

Uplift WI is not directly connected to crisis response services. Emergency services will not be contacted unless you request it, and the process will be led by you.

AARP Friendly Voices Warmline

Call: 888-281-0145

Spanish: 888-497-4108

A volunteer-based service offering friendly phone calls for adults age 55 and older during challenging or isolating times. Callers contact the service first and provide information to arrange a call.

Teen Line

Call: 800-852-8336

Text: “TEEN” to 839863

Hours: 8 p.m. to midnight.

Teen Line is an anonymous, nonjudgmental service where teens can receive peer-to-peer support from trained teens supervised by adult mental health professionals.

Learn more: Teen Line

Want to Connect with Others?

You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. Support groups and peer support programs bring together people with shared experiences who understand what you’re going through. Whether you’re living with a mental health challenge, grieving the loss of a loved one, supporting a family member, or navigating another life challenge, connecting with others can reduce feelings of isolation, provide encouragement and practical ideas, and remind you that recovery is possible.

Support Groups & Peer Support

Alternatives to Suicide Support Groups

Alternatives to Suicide, also known as Alt2Su, is a peer-led support group model that provides a safe, nonjudgmental space for people to talk about suicidal thoughts, feelings and experiences. Participants share their struggles and successes, offer mutual support and explore coping strategies together.

Groups are open to adults age 18 and older. Participants are welcome to attend during times of strength as well as times of challenge.

Local groups are available in Appleton and Green Bay, with virtual meetings also offered through Zoom.

View meeting locations, dates and times: Alternatives to Suicide Support Groups in Northeast Wisconsin

NAMI Fox Valley

NAMI Fox Valley, the Appleton-based affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, offers a variety of in-person peer support groups for teens and adults, as well as support groups for family members and loved ones.

Call: 920-954-1550

Learn more: NAMI Fox Valley Support Groups

NAMI Oshkosh

NAMI Oshkosh offers peer support groups for teens and adults, along with groups for family members and loved ones.

Call: 920-651-1148

Learn more: NAMI Oshkosh

Collaborative Wellness Support Groups

Collaborative Wellness, based in Oshkosh, offers a variety of in-person support groups for men, women and teens, as well as people experiencing mental health challenges or concerns related to alcohol and other drug use.

Learn more: Collaborative Wellness Community Groups

Reach Counseling Support Groups

Reach Counseling serves Calumet, Outagamie and Winnebago counties and offers support groups for survivors of violence and abuse.

Groups may include:

HOPE: Hang On, Pain Ends – Women’s Survivors Support Group
Black Women Support Group
Mujeres Adelante – Latina Women’s Support Group
Garden of Growth – Self-Care Support Group

24/7 Helpline: 920-722-8150

Email: tracie@reachcounseling.com

Learn more: Reach Counseling

Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services

Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services, based in Oshkosh, offers a weekly support group for survivors of domestic abuse, along with outreach advocacy for adults who need support with a difficult or unsafe relationship.

You do not need to be staying at the emergency shelter to receive outreach services. Appointments are available in Oshkosh, Menasha and Green Lake, as well as by phone.

24/7 Helpline: 920-235-5998

Toll Free: 800-261-5998

Learn more: Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services

From Mourning to Hope – Grief Support

From Mourning to Hope, a partner of Central Church in Green Bay, offers support for people grieving the death of a loved one.

The organization offers HAYLOS, which stands for Hope After Your Loved One’s Suicide. This faith-based, peer-led support group is facilitated by individuals trained through the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Call: 920-288-2217

Learn more: From Mourning to Hope

Diverse & Resilient LGBTQ+ Support Groups

Diverse & Resilient in Appleton offers support groups and community programs for LGBTQ+ youth and adults.

Call: 920-416-8711

Learn more: Diverse & Resilient Appleton

Youth Go SAFE Group for LGBTQ+ Youth

Youth Go, located in Menasha, offers Students Advocating for Equality, also known as the SAFE Group. This weekly peer support group serves LGBTQ+ youth in grades 7 through 12 and meets in Neenah.

The group provides a welcoming space where lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning teens can connect, share experiences and have fun.

Call: 920-772-1435

Learn more: Youth Go SAFE Group

Need a Place to Go?

Sometimes simply getting out of the house and being around other people can help us feel better. These welcoming community spaces offer opportunities to connect, participate in activities, build friendships, and find support in a safe, non-clinical environment. Whether you’re looking for conversation, companionship, or a place to spend time with others, these organizations provide opportunities to reduce isolation and strengthen your sense of belonging.

Welcoming Community Places & Spaces

Friendship Place

Friendship Place in Neenah provides social, educational and recreational opportunities for adults living with mental health challenges. Members can build friendships, participate in activities and connect with others in a welcoming, peer-supported environment.

Call: 920-729-9975

Learn more:Friendship Place

Community Outreach Center

The Community Outreach Center, a program of Valley Packaging Industries, offers peer-led programs, activities and social opportunities for teens and adults living with mental health challenges.

Call: 920-749-5867

Location:
322 N. Appleton St.
Appleton, WI 54911

Learn more:Community Outreach Center

Community Living Room

Community Living Room, an initiative of Ebb & Flow Connections, offers a welcoming, non-clinical space where people can relax, build relationships and receive emotional support. Everyone is welcome.

Location:
113 W. Harris St.
Appleton, WI

View upcoming events:
Community Living Room Calendar

Learn more:Community Living Room

Need Immediate Mental Health Care?

Sometimes you need help sooner than your next scheduled appointment. Walk-in behavioral health clinics provide same-day assessments and short-term support for adults experiencing an urgent mental health concern. These clinics can help determine the most appropriate level of care, provide brief treatment when appropriate, and connect you with ongoing mental health services. They are intended for urgent needs that are not life-threatening. If you or someone else is in immediate danger or experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

Walk-In Mental Health Clinics

Outagamie County Health & Human Services Walk-In Clinic

Outagamie County Health & Human Services in Appleton offers same-day outpatient assessments for adults experiencing an immediate mental health need. Staff can help assess your situation, provide short-term support and connect you with appropriate services.

Call: 920-832-5270

County Crisis Line: 920-832-4646

ThedaCare Behavioral Health Walk-In Care

ThedaCare Behavioral Health Walk-In Care in Neenah provides same-day outpatient assessments for adults with an immediate behavioral health need. Services include assessment, referrals, short-term treatment and coordination of ongoing care. The clinic is designed for urgent mental health needs that do not require emergency care. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Call: 920-720-2300

Location:
333 N. Green Bay Road
Neenah, WI 54956

Learn more:ThedaCare Behavioral Health Walk-In Care