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Local Resources

Where to turn for mental health support in Middlesex County and Camden County, plus the statewide New Jersey lines that can connect you to care near you.

Statewide helplines

These free services cover all of New Jersey and are the fastest way to get matched with the right local provider.

NJMentalHealthCares

New Jersey's behavioral health information and referral service, staffed by trained specialists who can help you find local care.

1-866-202-4357
NJ 211

Free, confidential statewide line connecting you to mental health, housing, food, and financial assistance. Dial 211 or visit nj211.org.

Dial 211
NAMI New Jersey

The state chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness — free support groups, education, and family programs, including local affiliates.

1-732-940-0991
PerformCare NJ (youth & families)

Single point of access to New Jersey's Children's System of Care for anyone under 21 and their families, 24/7.

1-877-652-7624

By county

Middlesex County

  • County Office of Mental Health & Addiction Services coordinates local programs and can point you to community providers.
  • Community mental health centers offer outpatient therapy, psychiatry, and sliding-scale fees based on income.
  • Hospital-affiliated behavioral health programs provide outpatient, intensive outpatient (IOP), and partial hospitalization (PHP) options.

Camden County

  • County mental health services connect residents to screening, outpatient care, and support programs.
  • Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) in the area offer behavioral health regardless of ability to pay.
  • Regional health systems run outpatient and crisis programs across South Jersey.

We're actively building out named, verified provider listings for each county. In the meantime, the statewide lines above can give you specific, up-to-date local referrals.

Not sure where to start?

Our guides walk you through the levels of care, insurance, and how to find a therapist — one step at a time.

Read the guides