16 Mental Health Resources in Ames, Iowa — Free Help & Counseling

16 verified mental health and behavioral health resources in Ames, Iowa. Find free counseling, crisis support, sliding-scale therapy, substance abuse treatment, and community help on OneClickMentalHealth. Search by city, ZIP, or insurance.

Verified resources

ACCESS Assault Care Center Extending Shelter and Support — Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault in Ames, Iowa — (515) 292-0500 — Domestic violence program serving Ames.
Cccs Of Northeastern Iowa — Rental & Utility Assistance in Ames, Iowa — (515) 296-1968 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
Consumer Credit Counseling Services Of Ames — Rental & Utility Assistance in Ames, Iowa — (515) 296-1968 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
Eyerly Ball CMHS - Outpatient Clinic/Ames — Mental Health in Ames, Iowa — (515) 241-0982 — Mental Health provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
Eyerly Ball CMHS - Outpatient Clinic/Ames — Outpatient Services in Ames, Iowa — (515) 241-0982 — Outpatient Services provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Ser
Iowa State Univ Financial Counseling Clinic — Rental & Utility Assistance in Ames, Iowa — (515) 294-8644 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
Martha's House of Hope — Housing & Shelter in Ames, Iowa — (515) 337-0618 — Martha's House of Hope provides long term shelter for pregnant women in the Ames area. Contact us to learn more about services provided and to find our resident
Primary Health Care - Story County — Community Health Clinics in Ames, Iowa — (515) 232-0628 — Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) service delivery site in Ames, Story County. FQHCs are HRSA Section 330 grantees that provide comprehensive primary car
Richmond Center - Ames Outpatient — Mental Health in Ames, Iowa — (515) 232-3206 — Mental Health provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
United Way of Story County — Child & Family Services in Ames, Iowa — (515) 268-5142 — United Way local affiliate serving Ames, Iowa. Coordinates community impact in education, financial stability, and health, including 211 information & referral,
YSS Ember Recovery - Beran — Residential Treatment in Ames, Iowa — (515) 233-3141 — Residential Treatment provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health S
YSS Ember Recovery - Ember Recovery — Mental Health in Ames, Iowa — (515) 233-3141 — Mental Health provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
YSS Ember Recovery - McCay — Residential Treatment in Ames, Iowa — (515) 233-3141 — Residential Treatment provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health S
YSS Ember Recovery - McCay — Mental Health in Ames, Iowa — (515) 233-3141 — Mental Health provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
Youth and Shelter Services (YSS) - Family Counseling Clinic — Outpatient Services in Ames, Iowa — (515) 233-2250 — Outpatient Services provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Ser
Youth and Shelter Services (YSS) - Family Counseling Clinic — Mental Health in Ames, Iowa — (515) 233-2250 — Mental Health provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services

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Frequently asked questions

How many mental health resources are available in Ames, Iowa?

OneClickMentalHealth lists verified mental health resources across Ames, Iowa. The full count and current listings are shown above. New providers are added and verified on an ongoing basis.

Are these mental health services free?

Most listings on OneClickMentalHealth are free or low-cost. Each resource page shows pricing or fee structure when known. Many providers offer sliding-scale fees based on income, accept Medicaid, or are funded by federal, state, or county programs.

How do I know if I'm eligible?

Eligibility varies by provider — common factors include income, insurance, residency, age, and the type of service needed. Call the listed phone number; most intake staff can tell you in a few minutes whether you qualify and what to bring.

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support in English and Spanish (Spanish: press 2). Veterans can press 1.

Do these services accept insurance or Medicaid?

Many do. Open any resource page to see accepted insurance plans when reported, or call to confirm. If you don't have insurance, ask about sliding-scale fees, charity care, or county-funded programs — many providers serve uninsured patients.

Can I get help in a language other than English?

Yes — many resources offer services in Spanish, and several support Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, Tagalog, Arabic, or French. Use the language filter, or call 988 (press 2 for Spanish, or use 988lifeline.org/help-yourself/en-espanol/ for more options).

In crisis? Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (free, 24/7, confidential, English and Spanish). Veterans press 1. For LGBTQ+ youth, call 988 then press 3. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.