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Mental Health: Finding Help in St. Lucie County
Taking care of your mental health is an important part of taking care
of your overall health. But knowing where to start can sometimes be difficult.
Whether you are looking for counseling, concerned about someone you care
about, trying to understand available services, or need help right away,
resources are available in St. Lucie County and throughout the Treasure Coast.
Need Help Right Away?
Call or text 988
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential
support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
You do not have to be suicidal to contact 988. You can reach out
when you are experiencing emotional distress or simply need
someone to talk with.
Spanish: Call 988 and press 2, or text
AYUDA to 988.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger or needs
immediate medical attention, call 911.
Where Do I Start?
You do not have to know exactly what kind of help you need before
reaching out. Think about what you are looking for right now.
I want someone to talk with
Counseling or therapy may help with concerns such as stress,
anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, trauma, or major
life changes.
I need help finding services
A community helpline can help you identify mental health and
other support services based on your situation.
I am concerned about a child or teen
Some local organizations specialize in behavioral health
services for children, adolescents, and families.
I want support from people who understand
Peer and family support groups can provide education,
connection, and support from people with lived experience.
I need psychiatric care
Some mental health providers offer psychiatric evaluation,
medication management, therapy, or a combination of services.
I need help now
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text
988. You can also call 211 to connect with local crisis
support, including the New Horizons Mobile Response Team.
Local Crisis Support
211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast
211 serves St. Lucie County and helps connect residents with
community services and crisis support.
Call 211 to speak with a trained specialist who can
help identify appropriate resources.
211 also provides access to the New Horizons Mobile Response Team.
Visit 211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast
New Horizons Mobile Response Team
The New Horizons Mobile Response Team provides support for people
experiencing a behavioral health crisis. Teams include master's-level
clinicians and licensed professionals. Support is available by phone
or face to face, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. According to the team,
responders can meet with individuals in person within an hour of the call.
To reach the Mobile Response Team, call 211 or 988.
Calls can be connected to Mobile Crisis Response.
The team can help create a safety plan, provide support and referrals,
and arrange further assessment or intervention when clinically appropriate.
Its goal is to help stabilize people in crisis and, when possible,
avoid unnecessary hospitalization or involvement with law enforcement.
New Horizons also provides emergency mental health screening for
children and adults at:
New Horizons Main Campus
4500 W. Midway Road
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
Learn about New Horizons Crisis Services
Local Resources to Know
Many organizations provide mental health services and support in
St. Lucie County. The organizations below are examples of local
resources and are not intended to be a complete list
of mental health providers or services.
iMind Mental Health Solutions
iMind Mental Health Solutions provides outpatient mental health
services in Port St. Lucie, including therapy and psychiatric care.
Why we're highlighting it:
A local option for residents seeking ongoing outpatient mental
health treatment, including therapy and psychiatric services.
Port St. Lucie:
145 NW Central Park Plaza, Suite 200
Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
Phone:
772-257-4523
Explore iMind Mental Health Solutions
NAMI Treasure Coast
NAMI Treasure Coast provides mental health education, peer-led
support groups, family support, and community presentations.
Why we're highlighting it:
Mental health affects families and caregivers as well as the
person experiencing a mental health condition. NAMI provides
opportunities to learn from and connect with people who have
lived experience.
Office: 772-223-4440
Resource Line: 772-285-0967
NAMI's local information line is not a crisis line.
Explore NAMI Treasure Coast Programs
New Horizons of the Treasure Coast and Okeechobee
New Horizons provides behavioral health services for children,
adults, and families throughout the Treasure Coast. Services
include outpatient care as well as crisis response, emergency
screening, and stabilization services.
Why we're highlighting it:
New Horizons provides several levels of behavioral health care
locally, including services for people experiencing a mental
health crisis.
Main Campus:
4500 W. Midway Road
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
Main Line: 772-468-5600
24/7 Mobile Response: Call 211 or 988
Explore New Horizons Services
Tykes & Teens
Tykes & Teens provides behavioral health services for
children and families, with both in-person and virtual services.
The organization has an outpatient location in Port St. Lucie.
Why we're highlighting it:
Children and teenagers may need different types of mental health
support than adults. Tykes & Teens focuses on behavioral
health services for children, adolescents, and families.
St. Lucie County Location:
451 SW Bethany Drive, Suite 101
Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
Walk-In Assessment Center:
601 Atlantic Ave, 2nd Floor
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Immediate access to services
Phone:
772-220-3439
Explore Tykes & Teens Services
Drug Abuse Treatment Association (DATA)
DATA supports children, adolescents, and families experiencing behavioral health challenges, including mental health concerns, substance use, and related family difficulties. Services include outpatient counseling and family-centered interventions.
Why we're highlighting it:
Despite its name, DATA offers help with mental health and behavioral challenges, not only substance use. It may be a helpful option for families seeking support for a young person.
Fort Pierce Outpatient / Intervention:
4590 Selvitz Road
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
Phone: 772-595-3322
Explore DATA Programs
Still Not Sure Where to Start?
The organizations featured on this page are only a starting point.
There are additional mental health providers and community services
available in St. Lucie County.
If you are not sure which service is right for you, these resources can help you explore additional options:
211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast
Call 211 to speak with someone who can help identify community services based on your needs.
Visit 211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast
St. Lucie Cares Resource Guide
Browse a local directory of behavioral health services, including mental health care, substance use and recovery support, and youth and family programs. Listings include contact information to help you explore providers and services.
Explore the St. Lucie Cares Resource Guide
Before You Contact a Provider
Having a few questions ready can make it easier to find out
whether a provider or organization is a good fit for you.
- Do you provide the type of help I am looking for?
- Are you accepting new clients?
- Do I need a referral?
- Do you accept my insurance?
- Are there options if I do not have insurance?
- Do you offer in-person appointments, virtual appointments, or both?
- What should I do if I need help before my first appointment?
It is okay if the first organization you contact is not the right
fit. Ask whether they can recommend another service or help you
understand your next step.
About This Resource
This resource was developed as part of Healthy St. Lucie's community
health literacy efforts to help residents find, understand, and use
health information and services.
Featured organizations are examples of resources serving St. Lucie
County and do not represent a complete list of available mental
health providers or an endorsement of any individual provider.
Services, locations, eligibility, and availability may change.
Please contact organizations directly for current information.
