6 Mental Health Resources in Shelton, Connecticut — Free Help & Counseling
6 verified mental health and behavioral health resources in Shelton, Connecticut. Find free counseling, crisis support, sliding-scale therapy, substance abuse treatment, and community help on OneClickMentalHealth. Search by city, ZIP, or insurance.
Verified resources
- Newport Institute - Young Adult Treatment — Mental Health in Shelton, Connecticut — (855) 272-7451 — Mental Health provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
- Optimus at Shelton Intermediate School — Community Health Clinics in Shelton, Connecticut — (203) 696-3260 — Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) school-based service delivery site in Shelton, Naugatuck Valley Planning Region County. FQHCs are HRSA Section 330 gran
- Progressive Institute — Outpatient Services in Shelton, Connecticut — (203) 816-6424 — Outpatient Services provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Ser
- Progressive Institute — Mental Health in Shelton, Connecticut — (203) 816-6424 — Mental Health provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
- Shelton High School - SBHC — Community Health Clinics in Shelton, Connecticut — (203) 521-5978 — Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) school-based service delivery site in Shelton, Naugatuck Valley Planning Region County. FQHCs are HRSA Section 330 gran
- Valley United Way — Child & Family Services in Shelton, Connecticut — (203) 926-9478 — United Way local affiliate serving Shelton, Connecticut. Coordinates community impact in education, financial stability, and health, including 211 information &
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Frequently asked questions
How many mental health resources are available in Shelton, Connecticut?
OneClickMentalHealth lists verified mental health resources across Shelton, Connecticut. 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.