Mental Health and Community Resources
CCAPS-screen: self-guided mental health check-in
North Park students can access the , a quick and anonymous mental health screening tool developed by the Center for Collegiate Mental Health at Penn State.
- Screens for depression, anxiety, social anxiety, academic distress, eating concerns, family stress, alcohol use, suicidal thoughts, and frustration.
- Takes 2鈥3 minutes on any device.
- Results are instantly scored and shown in a private profile report.
- No personal data is collected or stored.
- Designed for self-reflection only 鈥 no professional review is included.
Students who report elevated distress and/or thoughts of ending their life should seek support following the local/national crisis resources listed on the profile report.
Mental health first aid (MHFA)
What is MHFA?
Mental Health First Aid is a public education program that teaches participants how to:
- Recognize signs and symptoms of mental health challenges or crises.
- Listen non-judgmentally and offer reassurance.
- Refer individuals to appropriate support and services.
The course is designed for anyone who wants to better support someone experiencing mental health challenges.
Course details:
- Format: Live, synchronous training (5鈥6 hours), in person or online
- Pre-work: 2 hours of self-paced learning before the live session
- Objectives include:
- Understanding the impact of mental health challenges on adults
- Recognizing early warning signs
- Using the MHFA Action Plan to respond to mental health concerns and crises
- Practicing self-care after offering support
Digital and online mental health resources
- Offers in-person and online support groups for individuals with mood disorders and their families.
- Parents can join the Balanced Mind Parent Network for support.
- Local Chicago chapter:.(DBSA Alliance)
- The largest grassroots mental health organization providing advocacy, education, support, and public awareness.
- Chicago chapter website: namichicago.org.
NAMI emotional support hotlines
- 800-950-NAMI (6264), Monday鈥揊riday, 9:00 a.m.鈥9:00 p.m. CT.
- Extensive list of support groups and resources.
- Free text chat with trained listeners; fee-based therapy also available; Spanish available.
- Online peer support via meetings, chat, Zoom, phone.
- Free peer support groups (addiction, anxiety, depression, etc.).
- 200+ online support groups.
- Connects those affected by mental illness or substance use.
- Resources, quizzes, 鈥淎sk the Therapist,鈥 support communities.()
Counseling Support Services staff can assist with navigating insurance and accessing community resources.
- Tool to find community mental health providers
Mental health and community resources for students without health insurance
- Mental health services regardless of ability to pay; English and Spanish.
- 4141 N. Kedzie Ave., Suite 2, Chicago, IL | (773) 754-0577
- Counseling and psychiatry; charity care available.
- 500 E 51st St., Chicago, IL | (312) 572-2000
- Mental, physical, and dental care regardless of ability to pay.
- 5215 N California Ave., 7th Floor, Chicago, IL | (312) 666-3494
- LGBTQ mental and physical health care regardless of ability to pay.
- 4025 N Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL | (773) 388-1600
- Resources for therapy, mental health questions, grants.
- 800-662-HELP (4357).
- Sliding scale community health centers.
- Medical, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health services.
- Affordable counseling connections.
- Reduced-rate therapy network; membership fee applies (800-268-2833).
- Licensed counselors network offering affordable care.
- Pastoral counseling from trained ministers, often free.
Additional resource highlights
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Contact
Counseling Support Services
Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 244-4897
(773) 423-4396: fax