Mental Health ResourcesMental Health Resources
You don't have to figure everything out alone. Sometimes you need immediate support. Sometimes you need information, a support group, a higher level of care, or someone who understands how your faith and mental health intersect. We've gathered resources for individuals and families in Spartanburg and the surrounding Upstate South Carolina community to help you find the support you need.
Crisis & Emergency Resources
If you are experiencing an emergency or are at immediate risk of harm, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, or needs immediate support:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call 988 or text 988, a free, confidential crisis support is available 24/7 for people experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or a mental health crisis.
Visit 988 SC →
Crisis Text Line
Text HOPE4SC to 741741
South Carolina residents can connect with a trained crisis counselor by text 24/7.
Visit Crisis Text Line →
Parents and caregivers: The above resources can also be used when a child or adolescent is experiencing a mental health or behavioral health crisis.
South Carolina Mobile Crisis
833-364-2274
SC Mobile Crisis provides 24/7 crisis assessment and response throughout South Carolina, including Spartanburg.Visit SC Mobile Crisis →
Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center
800-277-1366
Provides mental health services and crisis support for individuals and families in the Spartanburg area.
Visit Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center →
The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health
864-235-2335
Provides inpatient behavioral health care for individuals who need a higher level of psychiatric support.
Project R.E.S.T.
Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Support
864-583-9803
800-273-5066
Project R.E.S.T. provides crisis intervention, advocacy, shelter, counseling, and support for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in the Upstate.
Children & Teen Support
Children and teenagers don't always have the words to explain what they're experiencing. Changes in behavior, withdrawal, anger, anxiety, school difficulties, self-harm, or overwhelming emotions can sometimes be signs that additional support is needed.
SC Youth Mental Health Screener
South Carolina offers a free online mental health screener for parents and guardians seeking guidance about their child's mental health and behavioral health needs.
Take the Youth Mental Health Screener →
Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center
Provides behavioral health services for children, adolescents, and families in the Spartanburg area.
800-277-1366
Visit Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center →
Teen Line
Teen Line provides emotional support and resources for young people.
Text TEEN to 839863
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Young people and caregivers can call or text 988 for immediate crisis support.
Substance Use & Recovery
Asking for help with substance use does not mean you have failed. Recovery can look different for everyone, and professional support can make a meaningful difference.
The Forrester Center for Behavioral Health
Provides substance use treatment, counseling, prevention, and recovery services for individuals and families in the Spartanburg area.
South Carolina DAODAS
The South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services provides information and resources for substance use treatment and recovery throughout the state.
Find Treatment
Find Substance Use Treatment in South Carolina →
OCD & Anxiety Resources
If you are struggling with intrusive thoughts, compulsions, excessive reassurance seeking, panic, or overwhelming anxiety, specialized resources can help you better understand what you're experiencing.
International OCD Foundation
Provides education, treatment information, support resources, and tools for individuals and families affected by OCD and related disorders.
Visit the International OCD Foundation →
NOCD
Provides OCD-focused education, support, and treatment resources, including information about Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
Anxiety & Depression Association of America
Provides education and resources related to anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, and related concerns.
Eating Disorder Resources
Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions and are not simply about food or appearance.
National Eating Disorders Association
Provides information, screening resources, treatment information, and support for individuals and families affected by eating disorders.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency related to an eating disorder, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Grief & Loss Support
Grief doesn't follow a timeline. Whether you've recently experienced a loss or are struggling with something that happened years ago, support is available.
GriefShare
GriefShare offers grief support groups through churches and communities across the country.
Local Church & Pastoral Support
A trusted pastor or church community can provide spiritual encouragement, prayer, and community during seasons of grief.Professional counseling can also provide a space to process the emotional impact of loss and work through grief at your own pace.
Christian & Faith-Based Support
We believe faith and professional mental health care can work together.Seeking counseling does not mean you have failed spiritually, and asking for professional help does not mean you lack faith.
Focus on the Family
Provides Christian counseling consultations, educational resources, and referrals to licensed Christian counselors.
Christian Counseling Resources
If you're looking for additional Christian counseling support, you can explore Christian counseling organizations and directories to find a provider who fits your needs and values.
Your Local Church
A trusted pastor, ministry leader, or church community can be an important source of spiritual support.
NAMI Family Support
NAMI offers education and support for family members and caregivers of individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy
Provides information and resources related to child safety and advocacy throughout South Carolina.
Visit SC Department of Children's Advocacy →
Local Mental Health Support
NAMI Spartanburg Area
NAMI Spartanburg Area provides education, support, and resources for individuals and families affected by mental illness in the Spartanburg area.
Higher Levels of Care
Sometimes weekly outpatient counseling isn't enough. If you or someone you love needs a higher level of care, there are options. Higher levels of care may include:
Intensive outpatient programs
Partial hospitalization programs
Inpatient psychiatric care
Residential treatment
Crisis stabilization
Emergency psychiatric evaluation
Spartanburg Medical Center
For immediate medical or psychiatric emergencies, Spartanburg Medical Center provides emergency care.
Visit Spartanburg Regional Health System →
The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health
Provides inpatient behavioral health treatment and psychiatric care.
Important Notice
The resources on this page are provided for informational purposes and are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, medical care, or emergency services. Upstate Christian Counseling does not operate, oversee, or guarantee the services provided by the organizations listed above. Resource availability, phone numbers, hours, eligibility requirements, and services may change. Please contact each organization directly to confirm current information.If you are experiencing an emergency or are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or thoughts of suicide, call or text 988.