58 Mental Health Resources in Rutherford, North Carolina — Free Help & Counseling
58 verified mental health and behavioral health resources in Rutherford, North Carolina. Find free counseling, crisis support, sliding-scale therapy, substance abuse treatment, and community help on OneClickMentalHealth. Search by city, ZIP, or insurance.
Verified resources
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - Rutherford, North Carolina — Crisis Services in North Carolina — 988 — The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential, 24/7 support for anyone in Rutherford, North Carolina experiencing suicidal thoughts, a mental he
- A Caring Alternative LLC - Marion Office — Mental Health in Marion, North Carolina — (828) 475-0822 — Mental Health provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
- Alexander Youth Network - Shelby Day Treatment — Mental Health in Shelby, North Carolina — (704) 366-8712 — Mental Health provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
- Blue Ridge Community Action, Inc. - Rutherford County — Human Services in North Carolina — 828-438-6255 — The Community Action Agency serving Rutherford County under the federal Community Services Block Grant (CSBG). It helps low-income residents with energy bill as
- Blue Ridge Health - Lake Lure — Community Health Clinics in Lake Lure, North Carolina — (828) 625-4400 — Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) service delivery site in Lake Lure, Rutherford County. FQHCs are HRSA Section 330 grantees that provide comprehensive p
- Blue Ridge Health-Lake Lure Classical Academy — Community Health Clinics in Lake Lure, North Carolina — (828) 625-9292 — Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) school-based service delivery site in Lake Lure, Rutherford County. FQHCs are HRSA Section 330 grantees that provide co
- Carolina Services — Outpatient Services in Shelby, North Carolina — (704) 419-2186 — Outpatient Services provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Ser
- Cleveland County Department of Social Services — Senior Services in Shelby, North Carolina — (980) 484-6400 — Local Service Provider listed in the U.S. Administration for Community Living's Eldercare Locator — the federal directory of Area Agencies on Aging and other co
- Cleveland County Rescue Mission — Housing & Shelter in Shelby, North Carolina — (704) 481-1889 — We are a nonprofit faith based organization dedicated to providing shelter, recovery and support services to the homeless. CCRM offers Christ-centered addiction
- CooperRiis Healing Community — Mental Health in Mill Spring, North Carolina — (828) 771-9001 — Mental Health provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
- Crisis Text Line - Rutherford, North Carolina — Crisis Services in North Carolina — Text HOME to 741741 — Crisis Text Line provides free, confidential, 24/7 mental health crisis support over text for people in Rutherford, North Carolina. Text HOME to 741741 to conne
- Disaster Distress Helpline - Rutherford, North Carolina — Crisis Services in North Carolina — Call or text 1-800-985-5990 — The Disaster Distress Helpline provides free, confidential, 24/7 crisis counseling for anyone in Rutherford, North Carolina experiencing emotional distress rela
- Foothills Consulting and Associates — Mental Health in Shelby, North Carolina — (704) 480-1882 — Mental Health provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
- Foothills Consulting and Associates — Outpatient Services in Shelby, North Carolina — (704) 480-1882 — Outpatient Services provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Ser
- Foothills Credit Counseling, INC. — Rental & Utility Assistance in Forest City, North Carolina — (828) 286-7062 — 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,
- Foothills Regional Commission — Senior Services in Rutherfordton, North Carolina — (828) 287-2281 — Area Agency on Aging listed in the U.S. Administration for Community Living's Eldercare Locator — the federal directory of Area Agencies on Aging and other comm
- Foothills Regional Commission (Rutherfordton) — Senior Services in Rutherfordton, North Carolina — (828) 287-2281 — Area Agency on Aging listed in the U.S. Administration for Community Living's Eldercare Locator — the federal directory of Area Agencies on Aging and other comm
- Foothills Regional Commission (Rutherfordton) (Zip 28139) — Senior Services in Rutherfordton, North Carolina — (828) 287-2281 — Area Agency on Aging listed in the U.S. Administration for Community Living's Eldercare Locator — the federal directory of Area Agencies on Aging and other comm
- Foothills Regional Commission (Rutherfordton) (Zip 28139) (Addr 8r6k7u) — Senior Services in Rutherfordton, North Carolina — (828) 287-2281 — Area Agency on Aging listed in the U.S. Administration for Community Living's Eldercare Locator — the federal directory of Area Agencies on Aging and other comm
- Foothills Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging - Rutherford County — Human Services in North Carolina — 828-351-2336 — The Area Agency on Aging serving Rutherford County under North Carolina's statewide aging network. It is the local entry point for adults age 60+, people with d
- Foothills at Red Oak Recovery - Foothills — Mental Health in Ellenboro, North Carolina — (828) 318-0148 — Mental Health provider listed on SAMHSA's Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (findtreatment.gov), the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
- Forest City Housing Authority — Rental & Utility Assistance in Forest City, North Carolina — (828) 245-1390 — Public Housing Authority (PHA) chartered by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to administer federal rental-assistance programs in this jurisdic
- Friendship Home For Women And Children — Housing & Shelter in Marion, North Carolina — (828) 659-6490 — Shelter that provides services up to 41 women and children. Women are provided a clean, safe and structured environment where they may get back on their feet so
- Grace of God Rescue Mission — Housing & Shelter in Forest City, North Carolina — (828) 245-9141 — The Men's Shelter provides housing for men with sleeping quarters, a kitchen, meeting room and shower facilities. The mission provides a place to stay for 30 da
- Hope4NC Helpline - Rutherford, North Carolina — Crisis Services in North Carolina — 1-855-587-3463 — Hope4NC Helpline is North Carolina's statewide helpline providing mental health and resilience support to people in all 100 counties during times of crisis for
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- Rutherfordton, North Carolina (10 listings)
- Shelby, North Carolina (10 listings)
- Marion, North Carolina (7 listings)
- Forest City, North Carolina (6 listings)
- Spindale, North Carolina (4 listings)
- Mill Spring, North Carolina (3 listings)
Frequently asked questions
How many mental health resources are available in Rutherford, North Carolina?
OneClickMentalHealth lists verified mental health resources across Rutherford, North Carolina. 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.