Mental Health & Wellness Resources – Greenfield Hill Congregational Church

Please consult first with a physician or other trained medical professional or counselor on mental health and wellness issues. The resources and information section shared on this website on behalf of The Shalom Ministry of the Greenfield Hill Congregational Church (GHCC) is solely intended for general informational purposes only. This site does contain web links to third-party content, which GHCC does not warrant, endorse, or assume liability for.

Hotline Resources

In a medical emergency: please dial 9-1-1
For suicide crisis: please dial 2-1-1 or 9-8-8

Connecticut’s ACTION Line

(Mobile crisis): Dial 2-1-1,
For adults in Connecticut who are in distress and 18 years of age or older
Available 24/7, 365 days a year; 1-800-HOPE-135 (1-800.467.3135)
Just Dial: 2-1-1

Crisis Text Line: Text 741741
National Suicide Lifeline: Dial 988 or 1-800-273-8255
- Michelle Peters
  Area Director, Connecticut
  American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
  199 Water Street |11th floor | New York, NY 10038
  mpeters@afsp.org T: 860-614-7208
Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
First Responders: 911 and then ask for a CIT Officer
- A Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) is a self-initiated community partnership between local law enforcement, county health services, mental health advocates, and mental health consumers.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is an international mutual aid fellowship of alcoholics dedicated to abstinence-based recovery from alcohol through its spiritually-inclined Twelve Step program. Following its twelve traditions, AA is non-professional, non-denominational, as well as apolitical, and unaffiliated. To locate an AA Meeting in Connecticut

Al-Anon

Help and hope for families and friends of alcoholics. Participants have the opportunity to learn from the experiences of others who have faced similar problems at a wide variety of daily local meetings which can be found by a zip code search on their website. Al-Anon Family Groups is a spiritual fellowship, not a religious one. They avoid discussion of specific religious doctrine, and members of all faiths (or of none) are welcome. The Twelve Step program asks participants to find a “Power greater than ourselves” who can help solve problems and find serenity. Each member is free to define that power in his or her own way.

Families Anonymous

Families Anonymous (FA) is a 12-step fellowship specifically for the family and friends of those individuals with drug, alcohol or related behavioral issues. Weekly in-person, hybrid or ZOOM meetings for friends and family members of addicted loved ones who need support. FA helps those struggling by sharing experiences and insights to help gain peace, balance and hope in their lives in a trusting, confidential and caring community. Motivational readings, literature and workbooks are available to support members growth. To find an FA Group in Connecticut.

Join Rise Be Young

Adult Warmline: 1-855-6-467-3669

Talk to a young adult peer specialist 12 pm -9 pm daily;
A peer-run initiative for young people

Kids in Crisis

(ages 0-18) 203-661-1911

NAMI of Connecticut

The state chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Since 1984 NAMI CT is a statewide grassroots organization that is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with mental illness, as well as their families and loved ones.

NAMI Crisis Resources

NAMI Young Adult Connection Groups
NAMI Young Adult Connection Group is a peer-led support group for any young adult (ages 18-29) who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition/experiencing challenges as a young person. Participants will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who’ve been there. All of our groups focus on managing mental wellness through thought-provoking activities, recovery skill building, goal planning, socialization, and supportive discussion. For a list of Young Adult Connection Groups in Connecticut, click here to find a CT support group.

Project Healthy Minds

Navigating mental issues can feel like a maze. An online tool, Project Healthy Minds can help you find the resources for mental wellness in whatever areas you may need help: stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief or relationships.

RADical Hope Foundation

Committed to measurably improving the brain health of our country’s young people. The organization develops and invests in proven, front line engagement programs that address its core mental health mission priorities: Connectivity, Engagement, Emotional Intelligence and Empowerment.

SAMHSA

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
An agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation and to improve the lives of individuals living with mental and substance use disorders, and their families. The website has volumes of information about service providers (by state) organized by behavioral health and mental health need categories.

SHATTERPROOF

Resources on transforming addiction treatment, ending addiction stigma and providing education and empowering communities with resources.

ATLAS

(Addiction, Treatment Locator Assessment and Standards Platform)
ATLAS was created by SHATTERPROOF to help people search for and compare addiction treatment facilities to find high-quality care for themselves or their loved ones.

The Steve Fund

The Steve Fund works with colleges and universities, non-profits, researchers, mental health experts, families, and young people to promote programs and strategies that build understanding and assistance for the mental and emotional health of the nation’s young people of color.

The Trevor Project

A national, 24-hour, toll free confidential suicide prevention service for LGBTQ youth.

Trans Lifeline

Trans Lifeline is a trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support, and resources they need to survive and thrive.

Call 1-877-565-8860

Vita Health

Timely mental health support, on your terms. Vita Health provides teletherapy and psychiatry services for 12-24 year olds living with a broad spectrum of conditions – even suicidal ideation. No matter how or what you’re feeling, Vita is just a call or click away. Evenings and weekends included.

Appointment Phone Line: 844-866-8336 (Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm ET)

Book/Article/ Podcast Recommendations*

Listed below are some books with themes around mental health and wellness, as well as recent articles.

*If you are interested in starting or participating a new GHCC Book Club focused on topics related to mental health and wellness, please email David at drowe@greenfieldhillchurch.com

Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World By Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, et al.

Long Walk to Freedom By Nelson Mandela

Man’s Search for Meaning By Viktor Frankl

The Alchemist By Paulo Coelho

The Brain That Changes Itself By Normen Doidge

The Happiness Lab (Podcast) with Dr. Laurie Santos

You Are Not Alone: The NAMI Guide to Navigating Mental Health – With Advice from Experts and Wisdom from Real People and Families

I Keep Trying to Catch His Eye A memoir of loss, grief and love By Ivan Maisel

An honest and emotionally deep memoir in which Ivan reflects on the loss of his dear son Max to suicide, the impact of grief on family and community, and the painful journey which brings Ivan to a place of seeing grief as an expression of love.

This book has been chosen by the Fairfield Public Library as it’s One Book, One Town 2023 selection. A public presentation by author Ivan Maisel, a resident of Fairfield, will be held on Tues., March 28, 2023 at 7 pm at the Quick Center at Fairfield University. Contact the Fairfield Public Library about reservations.

Regional Healthcare Providers

Psychology Today

A comprehensive internet search tool to help locate licensed psychologists (by state, town, zip code.) Providers’ list includes mental health specialties, education, insurance, space availability as well as contact information.

Bridges Healthcare

Bridges is a community of dedicated professionals committed to providing comprehensive and effective mental health and addiction recovery programs and services that have helped adults, children and families move toward healing, recovery and renewal.

949 Bridgeport Ave., Milford, CT
203-878-6365

Causeway Collaborative

Causeway Collaborative is get-your-life-back-on-track counseling services for young men aged 16-30 who need expert counseling, mental health services or guidance to move forward and find their purpose.

1465 Post Road E, #201, Westport, CT
203-255-0301

Positive Directions: The Center for Prevention and Counseling

Positive Directions is a non-profit behavioral health organization providing a continuum of prevention, counseling, and recovery supports to individuals and families struggling with mental health or substance use disorders. Takes most insurance plans.

90 Post Road West, Westport, CT
203-227-7644

Community Mental Health Professionals

Volunteers from The Shalom Ministry have assembled this spreadsheet (link as of 2/16/23) with the names, contact information, locations, speciality areas and insurance information for those who are seeking the assistance of mental health professionals in the region. This list is not an endorsement of these individual mental health service providers but rather a resource listing for further individual follow up. Please note that the Information provided on this spreadsheet may be updated or changed by the providers at any time.

Treatment Centers

These are but a few of the many treatment facilities available for those in need.
Many treatment facilities’ websites have great articles, webinars and
links to helpful information and resources.

Caron Treatment Center

243 N. Galen Hall Road
Wernersville, PA
877-544-2936

Gosnold Behavioral Health Center

Falmouth, MA
1-800-444-1554

High Watch Recovery Center

Kent, CT
860-929-3772

Mountainside Treatment Center

187 South Canaan Road
Canaan, CT 06018
860-824-1397

Pathways

A caring path to mental health

Pathways is a private non-profit agency that provides services for adults who suffer from severe and prolonged mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression. Programs include safe, affordable housing with varying levels of support, case management, and rehabilitation services. Pathways residences and programs have helped hundreds of individuals cope with the trauma of long-term mental illness.

175 Milbank Ave.
Greenwich, CT 06830
203-869-5656
info@pathways.org

Silver Hill Hospital

208 Valley Road
New Canaan, CT 06840
203-966-3561

Turnbridge

Helping young adults and teens overcome mental health, behavioral, and substance use challenges with residential and outpatient treatment programs.

189 Orange Street
New Haven, CT
1-877-581-1793

Articles of Interest

Insurance: Types of Health Insurance Coverage for Addiction Treatment New York Times

“How Do You Serve A Friend in Despair?” – David Brooks, New York Times, Feb. 9 2023

“Why Haven’t We Solved the Addiction Crisis?”
Opinion by Jeneen Interlandi – July 3, 2022

“No, Love Doesn’t Make You an Enabler“
Opinion by Maia Szalavitz – July 10, 2022

Pre-Recorded Presentations

NAMI Zoom Presentation: Faith, Spirituality and Mental Health

This is a 1-1/2 hour Zoom recording of the November 18, 2020 live event featuring Ronice Felicia Latta, author of the book, “The Layover,” along with a panel moderated by Dr. Jessica Van Denend, Chaplain at the Institute of Living, in Hartford. Joining Ms. Latta on the panel is Rabbi Randall Konigsburg, from Beth Sholom B’nai Israel Synagogue, in Manchester, and Reverend Kate VanDerzee-Glidden, Pastor at the First Church of Christ Congregational, in Glastonbury.

To access this video, please click here and enter the Access Passcode: 6Co2&NkG