9 Mental Health Resources in Amherst, Massachusetts — Free Help & Counseling
9 verified mental health and behavioral health resources in Amherst, Massachusetts. Find free counseling, crisis support, sliding-scale therapy, substance abuse treatment, and community help on OneClickMentalHealth. Search by city, ZIP, or insurance.
Verified resources
- AMHERST EMERGENCY SHELTER — Housing & Shelter in Amherst, Massachusetts — (413) 253-5155
- Amherst Housing Authority — Rental & Utility Assistance in Amherst, Massachusetts — (413) 256-0206 — Public Housing Authority (PHA) chartered by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to administer federal rental-assistance programs in this jurisdic
- Center For Women And Community — Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault in Amherst, Massachusetts — (413) 545-0883 — Domestic violence program serving Amherst.
- Craig's Place Emergency Shelter — Housing & Shelter in Amherst, Massachusetts — (413) 256-0704 — Craig's Place Emergency Shelter operates from November 1st through April 30th We are open from 9:30 p.m. though 8:00 a.m.Craig's Place has a behavior based admi
- John P. Musante Health Center — Community Health Clinics in Amherst, Massachusetts — (413) 835-4980 — Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) service delivery site in Amherst, Hampshire County. FQHCs are HRSA Section 330 grantees that provide comprehensive prim
- Money Management International Amherst — Rental & Utility Assistance in Amherst, Massachusetts — (866) 232-9080 — 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,
- Stavros Center for Independent Living — Disability Services in Amherst, Massachusetts — (413) 256-0473 — Center for Independent Living (CIL) — federally-funded, consumer-controlled, community-based nonprofit serving people with disabilities. Required services: inde
- Stavros Center for Independent Living — Disability Services in Amherst, Massachusetts — (413) 256-0473 — Center for Independent Living (CIL) — federally-funded, consumer-controlled, community-based nonprofit serving people with disabilities. Required services: inde
- Stavros Center for Independent Living — Disability Services in Amherst, Massachusetts — (413) 256-0473 — Center for Independent Living (CIL) — federally-funded, consumer-controlled, community-based nonprofit serving people with disabilities. Required services: inde
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- Disability Services (3)
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Frequently asked questions
How many mental health resources are available in Amherst, Massachusetts?
OneClickMentalHealth lists verified mental health resources across Amherst, Massachusetts. 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.