Community Resources

Free counseling and support services for youth 6-17 in Tarrant County.

Paradigm Treatment provides specialized residential mental health treatment for teens ages 12–17 and young adults ages 18–26. Services include individualized treatment plans, individual and group therapy, family therapy, psychiatric care, medication management, academic support, nutrition, and experiential therapies. Programs address a range of mental health and behavioral challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, self-harm, and co-occurring substance use. Residential stays typically range from 30–90 days in a structured, supportive environment.

The Alzheimer’s Association provides **free support, education, resources, and guidance** for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, their families, caregivers, and professionals. Services include:

* **24/7 Helpline:** Personalized support, information, and guidance at **800-272-3900**
* **Educational programs:** Information about Alzheimer’s, dementia, brain health, caregiving, communication, and related topics
* **Caregiver support:** Resources and programs to help caregivers navigate the dementia journey
* **Support groups:** Opportunities for caregivers and families to connect with others who understand their experiences
* **Care consultation:** Individualized assistance with care planning, resources, and challenging situations
* **Online resources and tools:** Information and tools such as **Alz Navigator** to help families navigate care and support
* **Community resources:** Connections to local services, programs, and organizations
* **Research and advocacy:** Supporting dementia research and advocating for people affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

Arlington Charities is one of the oldest social service organizations in the city, and Arlington’s largest provider of supplemental food for people in need. Our mission is to lead and engage our community in the fight against hunger and poverty: providing help; creating hope.

Our Service Area Zip Codes:
Arlington: 76001, 76002, 76005, 76006, 76010, 76011, 76012, 76013, 76014, 76015, 76016, 76017, 76018, 76019
Grand Prairie (Tarrant County portion only): 75050, 75051, 75052, 75054
Kennedale: 76060

The Care Clinic provides wellness support for Arlington ISD students empowering individuals to grow and learn from a counseling experience. The goal is to utilize the counseling process to encourage healthy habits and attain improved physical and mental health outcomes. Services are provided in an environment that is both safe and confidential, that facilitate personal development and maximize student success by providing responsive and effective support, in alleviation, remediation and prevention of maladaptive behaviors. Students in grades PreK-12 can receive FREE 45-minute brief counseling sessions with a licensed therapist. See your campus counselor for a referral.

The Arlington Police Department's Victim Services Unit exists to provide services to victims and family members with the goal of lessening the short and long-term trauma experienced as a direct result of victimization.

The Victim Services Unit provides crisis counseling, crisis intervention, criminal justice support and advocacy, information and referral, notification of rights and assistance with filing Crime Victims Compensation claims, assistance with property return, court accompaniment, child care during statements, and transportation to court or to shelter to all victims of violent crime reported to the Arlington Police Department.

Authentic Counseling & Coaching Center provides mental‑health counseling, personal coaching, and professional support services for individuals, families, and community organizations. Counseling includes individual, family, trauma‑informed, and play‑based approaches, with bilingual options available. Coaching services focus on life transitions, parenting, wellness, career development, and spiritual growth. For professionals and agencies, ACCC offers clinical consultation, licensure supervision, training, and grant‑writing support. Together, these services position ACCC as a community resource offering accessible mental‑health care, practical skill‑building, and organizational support through counseling, coaching, and professional services.

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Bakari Behavioral Health, Inc. provides outpatient community-based behavioral health services for children and adolescents ages 3–17. Services include individual and family psychotherapy, Skills Training & Development, Targeted Case Management, Crisis Intervention, and Rehabilitative Services. Services are provided through telehealth and in-home/community-based settings to support youth and families in improving emotional wellness, coping skills, daily functioning, and overall stability.

BasePoint Academy offers PHPs that provide intensive therapy during the day without requiring an overnight stay. Through BasePoint Academy’s PHP, your teenager has access to counseling, educational guidance, and skills training, all integrated into a customized program developed by board-certified mental health professionals. We treat a variety of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, and dual diagnosis. Reach out to BasePoint Academy today to schedule a confidential same-day assessment.

Our mission is to improve the lives of children with special needs by providing adaptive equipment, hearing devices, select services, support programs and respite care.

We provide free counseling services and support services to parents who are pregnant and have children under the age of 3. Services include, but not limited to- therapy, parenting, basic needs assistance. We tailor to fit the needs of clients. All services are free of charge.

C5 Texas Services

C5 Texas provides a five-year leadership development program that helps young people build the skills, confidence, and experiences they need to succeed in school, college, careers, and life.

Through C5, students receive:

Leadership Development – Build confidence, communication, teamwork, decision-making, and leadership skills.
Summer Experiences – Participate in engaging activities, challenges, educational experiences, and opportunities to explore new interests each summer.
Year-Round Programming – Attend events, workshops, service projects, and other activities throughout the school year (typically on weekends).
Community Service – Develop a commitment to helping others and making a positive difference in their communities.
College & Career Preparation – Explore future opportunities and develop skills that support success after high school.
Mentoring & Support – Connect with caring adults, peers, and C5 staff who encourage students throughout the five-year journey.
Personal Growth – Practice responsibility, persistence, initiative, follow-through, and other skills that help students become strong leaders.

C5 Texas helps students become Character-Driven, Community-Focused, Challenge-Ready, College & Career Bound, and Committed to a Better Future.

Outpatient Behavioral Health programs for students ages 8-17 accepting most insurance, including Medicaid and Tricare.

CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Tarrant County provide adult-trained volunteers to children who have experienced abuse or neglect and are placed in the foster care system.

Depression
Domestic violence
Coping skills
Divorce
Emotional disturbance
Family conflict
Parenting
Relationship issues
Relationship problems
Self-esteem
Sexual abuse
Teen violence

Our virtual Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) support adults, teens, and kids who need more than weekly therapy but don’t require inpatient care. Treatment is individualized, family-inclusive, and designed to address the whole person — not just a diagnosis.

low to no cost mental health counseling for ages 3 and up. Also family and couples are seen.

Supporting Children. Strengthening Families. Building Hope.

CK Behavioral Health, a program of CK Family Services, provides comprehensive, family-centered behavioral health services that help children and families navigate mental health and behavioral challenges. Serving eligible children ages 3 and older, our team offers personalized, evidence-based support through in-home, community-based, and secure telehealth services, equipping children, parents, and caregivers with practical tools to build skills, strengthen relationships, and improve outcomes.

Through services such as Wraparound, skills training, Texas Families First (TFF), and Resilient Families Services (RFS), CK Behavioral Health supports early intervention, family preservation, and child wellbeing. Our goal is to address challenges before they escalate, strengthen family connections, and help children remain safely at home whenever possible.

With compassionate professionals and research-supported approaches, we empower families to build resilience, overcome challenges, and create safer, healthier, and more nurturing environments where children can thrive.

Clearfork Academy provides trusted, age-appropriate treatment for teens ages between 13–17 facing substance use, mental health challenges, and co-occurring disorders through Detox, Residential, PHP and IOP programs that combine clinical care, academic support, structure, and family involvement.

The Arlington ISD Family & Community Engagement department provides information and support to Arlington ISD families, primarily focusing on those with students attending Title I-funded campuses.

Family Support: Providing resources and guidance to help families navigate the school district and support student success.

Community Partnerships: Collaborating with local community organizations and faith-based groups to support families.

District Collaboration: Working across departments within Arlington ISD to coordinate student and family services.

Federal Compliance: Supporting compliance with ESSA Section 1116 guidelines regarding parent and family engagement.

Fuego Therapy Counseling Services PLLC is a bilingual mental health practice serving individuals, couples, families, and the broader community. Services include individual and couples counseling, specialized trauma-informed care, anger management services, psychoeducational and therapeutic groups, and comprehensive forensic mental health evaluations for immigration matters. Fuego Therapy also provides professional education and continuing education opportunities for mental health professionals.

The practice emphasizes culturally responsive, ethical, and individualized care, with services available in English and Spanish and options for both in-person care in Arlington, Texas, and telehealth when appropriate. Immigration evaluation services include evaluations regarding Extreme Hardship Waivers, Cancellation of Removal, VAWA, U Visa, T Visa, and asylum matters. Evaluations are conducted independently and objectively to document relevant psychosocial history, mental health symptoms, functioning, and clinical findings without a predetermined conclusion.

Gill Children’s Services provides last-resort funding for Tarrant County children whose medical, dental, physical, social, psychological, or educational needs have not been met by other community resources.

Evening teen IOP

We are an outpatient mental and behavioral health clinic that provides therapy, Targeted Case Management, and mental health rehabilitation services in a home and community based setting meaning that we come to them in their homes, schools, or community settings.

JPS Outpatient Behavioral Health (OPBH) provides accessible, comprehensive mental health care across eight locations throughout Tarrant County. Our services are open to all patients regardless of insurance status — both self-pay and insured patients are welcome for nearly every service we offer. If a patient's insurance is out of network, our team will refer them to a community provider who accepts their coverage, so no one is left with unexpected bills.

Services Offered:
Intake Assessment (ages 18+)
Adult Medication Management
Child & Adolescent Medication Management (ages 6–17)
Individual Therapy (ages 18+)
Walk-In Clinic for intake and medication management
Psychological/Neuropsychological Testing (insured patients only)
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) / Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) (ages 18+)

Our Locations:
JPS Center for Behavioral Health — 601 W. Terrell Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Central Arlington Behavioral Health — 501 W. Main Street, Arlington, TX 76010
Stop Six – Walter B. Barbour Health Clinic — 3301 Stalcup Road, Fort Worth, TX 76119
Viola Pitts – Como Health Center — 4701 Bryant Irvin Road N., Fort Worth, TX 76107
Medical Home Northeast Tarrant — 3200 W. Euless Boulevard, Euless, TX 76040
True Worth Behavioral Health — 1513 Presidio Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102
Medical Home Southwest Tarrant — 5001 Mesa Springs Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76123
Las Vegas Trail Neighborhood Health Center — 2800 South Cherry Lane, Fort Worth, TX 76116

Life Chapters Counseling provides mental health counseling for children, teens, adults, couples, and families in Mansfield and surrounding communities. Our team offers play therapy, individual counseling, EMDR, sandtray therapy, parent support, and family/couples counseling. We support clients experiencing anxiety, ADHD and neurodivergence, emotional and behavioral concerns, school challenges, trauma, grief, family changes, relationship concerns, and life transitions. We accept several major insurance plans and also offer private-pay and reduced-fee options through our team of licensed counselors, LPC-Associates, and a graduate counseling intern.

Logos Services, LLC has been offering mental health counseling to individuals, couples & families of all ages since 1998. Logos focuses on holistic therapy using a variety of methods across multiple locations.

Mesa Springs Hospital: Newly constructed 72-bed behavioral health hospital offering inpatient and outpatient programming. We provide evidence-based, transformational care for a broad range of mental health and addiction concerns in a compassionate, comfortable environment. The Mesa Springs multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, therapists, and clinicians work together to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and provide a customized plan of care to individuals. Open 24-7 for walk-in, no-cost assessments for ages 12+.

Innovations: Provides both a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for children in elementary, middle, and high school. Four hours of group therapy per day, family therapy for education and support, dual diagnosis groups, medication management, and transportation is included in programming. Innovations offers a charter school option for academic instruction via certified teachers. Education remains a priority throughout treatment so kids can stay on track academically. Ages 8-18 (18, if still enrolled in high school). Open during normal business hours for scheduled, no cost assessments.

Mental health

Mission Arlington is a Christian non-profit that has been in Arlington assisting residents in the city for 40 years. Mission Arlington helps provide free services to families such as food, clothes, housewares, toys, and furniture. Misson Arlington also provides free medical and dental services. In addition to meeting the physical needs that individuals and families have, Mission Arlington also has Bible studies and afterschool programs in apartments and neighborhoods throughout the city. Mission Arlington desires for all people to feel loved and cared for as well as have their needs met.

My Health My Resources of Tarrant County (MHMR) provides community-based services for youth and adults with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and substance use disorders, as well as babies and young children with developmental delays. MHMR uses a person-centered care approach and partners with community organizations to provide services and a hopeful future.

We provide IOP/PHP level services for OCD and Anxiety related services. We offer 3 hours a day or 6 hours a day of structured therapy daily using exposure-based treatment. We serve ages 8 and up.

Patterns Psychiatry – Our Services

We provide compassionate, personalized mental health care for children, teens, and adults.

Our Services:
- Psychiatric Evaluations
- Medication Management
- Individual Therapy
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- Mental Health Urgent Care
- Care Coordination

In-Person & Telehealth Appointments Available

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington provides **acute inpatient psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults ages 5 and older** experiencing a mental health crisis. Services include **24/7 no-cost behavioral health assessments and admissions, psychiatric evaluation and medication management, individual, group and family therapy, trauma-informed care, recreational therapy, crisis stabilization, and discharge planning**. Perimeter Arlington accepts **most major insurance plans** and offers an easy referral process for families, healthcare providers, schools, law enforcement, and community partners.

An evidence-based child abuse prevention program consisting of 14 age-appropriate scripts and videos (PK through high school) developed to teach students how to reduce their risk of sexual and physical abuse and sexual assault. The program can be presented in less than an hour, to individual classrooms. Provided by employees of The Women's Center for free to public schools in Tarrant County.

Radish Counseling is a small, holistic counseling practice rooted in acceptance, trust, and companionship. We serve adults and kids of all ages in Arlington, TX.

We offer:
Child and Play Therapy (we have two designated play rooms at our office)
Adolescent Counseling
Individual Counseling
Prenatal Counseling
Relationship Therapy
Trauma Therapy including Somatic Experiencing and EMDR

Free prevention and intervention services for Substance Use and Abuse ages 12-25 living in Tarrant County.

Seasons of Change, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting youth and young adults experiencing homelessness, housing instability, and other life challenges. The organization provides safe housing, emergency shelter, street outreach, prevention services, and supportive case management to help individuals achieve stability, independence, and long-term success.
Through programs such as the Basic Center Program (BCP), Transitional Living Program (TLP), Maternity Group Home (MGH), and Street Outreach Program (SOP), Seasons of Change assists youth and young families with accessing essential resources, educational opportunities, employment assistance, life skills training, and connections to community services.
The organization also focuses on family reunification, homelessness prevention, and helping youth transition into permanent housing. Through community partnerships, advocacy, and individualized support, Seasons of Change strives to empower vulnerable youth, strengthen families, and create opportunities for a brighter, more stable future.

Starfish Counseling is a private counseling practice in Arlington, Texas, dedicated to helping children, adolescents, adults, and families navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful, lasting change. The practice provides compassionate, evidence-based mental health services in a safe, supportive, and comfortable environment.

Services include individual therapy to address emotional, behavioral, relational, and life challenges; family therapy focused on improving communication, strengthening relationships, and creating a greater sense of connection and belonging; and play therapy, an evidence-based approach that uses play, toys, games, sand, stories, and creative activities to help children express emotions, develop self-regulation, build self-esteem, and work through difficult experiences.

Starfish Counseling also offers EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for individuals working through trauma, anxiety, distressing memories, grief, abuse, PTSD, and other difficult experiences. EMDR helps clients process unresolved experiences and develop healthier emotional responses.

For added accessibility, telehealth counseling is available through HIPAA-compliant video services.

In addition to counseling, Starfish Counseling provides LCSW clinical supervision, professional training and development, business consultation, and support for mental health professionals and students. The practice is committed to both client care and developing knowledgeable, compassionate mental health professionals.

Free mental health counseling for AISD students.

The Calming Mind Psychiatry Group and Wellness Center provides personalized, evidence-based mental health care for adolescents and adults. Our goal is to create a supportive, welcoming environment where every patient feels heard, understood, and actively involved in their treatment.

Our services include comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, individualized medication management, patient education, and treatment planning. We support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, complex mood disorders, trauma-related concerns, and substance use disorders. Substance use services may include assessment, diagnosis, supervised withdrawal, medication-assisted treatment, ongoing monitoring, therapy support, and relapse-focused care.

Our team uses trauma-informed and collaborative approaches to develop treatment plans based on each patient’s unique needs, symptoms, and wellness goals. When appropriate, we also coordinate care with therapists and other healthcare professionals to promote continuity and improve treatment outcomes.

Both in-person and telehealth appointments are available, making it easier for patients to receive quality mental health care in the setting that works best for them. The practice is currently accepting new patients and welcomes referrals from primary care providers, therapists, counselors, case managers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.

The Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation (JEHF) provides suicide prevention, mental health education, and school-based prevention programming for schools, organizations, businesses, faith communities, and communities. Services include QPR Gatekeeper Training, Hope Squad, Thriveway Peer Helpers Plus, Soul Shop, CALM (Counseling on Access to Lethal Means), Project SEEN, and customized suicide prevention and mental wellness presentations. JEHF also provides ongoing support, resources, and consultation to help communities build sustainable systems of prevention and connection.

The Remix Center provides mental health and wellness support services to strengthen student and staff outcomes. Services include:

* Individual Counseling
* Parent Workshops
* Staff Professional Development
* Student-Athlete Mental Performance Workshops
* Leadership Consulting

The WARM Place provides peer support groups to grieving children and families at no cost.

The Wellness Counseling Group, LLC is a private practice providing compassionate, client-centered counseling services through both in-person and telehealth sessions. We serve children, adults, couples, and families and are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where clients can work toward healing, growth, and healthier relationships.

Our areas of specialization include anger management, trauma, grief and loss, adoption, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), divorce, blended family concerns, and relationship challenges, including couples and marriage counseling.

The Women's Center of Tarrant County provides services aimed at helping men, women and children overcome crisis, poverty, and trauma. This includes Employment Solutions, General Counseling, and Rape Crisis and Victim Services. The Women's Center is also the developer and owner of the Play it Safe!® program, a child abuse prevention program presented to students across Tarrant County since 1983.

Federally funded pre-college readiness program for first-generation and low-income 9th-12th grade students. Services include: Academic enrichment, career exploration, college readiness, college trips, cultural awareness, service and leadership.

Provides reasonable access for disabled students in higher education throughout all institutional spaces including academics, housing/dining, activities and events.

Monthly Group Workshops
Individual Advising Sessions
Tutoring and Mentoring Services
College Entrance Exams Preparation
Financial Aid and Scholarship Information
Post-Secondary Educational Programs
Career Exploration Activities
College Feild Trips
Leadership Conferences
Academic and Educational Activities

Waves of Life Counseling and Consulting is a mental health counseling practice dedicated to supporting youth, young adults, and adults through life’s challenges. Our approach centers on compassionate care, understanding, and helping individuals develop the tools they need to navigate emotional and behavioral concerns while working toward personal growth and greater life balance.

Areas of Support
Youth and adolescent counseling: Support for children and teens experiencing emotional, behavioral, or adjustment challenges.
Young adult counseling: Guidance through life transitions, emotional challenges, and personal development.
Adult counseling: Support for adults working through life stressors, emotional concerns, and personal growth.
Emotional regulation and coping skills: Helping clients process challenges, build healthy coping strategies, and develop emotional awareness.
Behavioral and attention-related concerns: Support for individuals experiencing challenges with focus, impulsivity, and emotional regulation.
Processing past experiences: A compassionate space to explore emotional wounds and work toward healing and growth.
Our Approach

Waves of Life Counseling and Consulting values:

Empathy and compassionate care
Professional guidance and expertise
Personal growth and self-awareness
Emotional wellness and life balance
A supportive, understanding environment
Potential Collaboration

We welcome opportunities to connect with community organizations, healthcare professionals, schools, and other providers who share a commitment to mental health and wellness. Through collaboration, we hope to expand awareness of counseling resources and help connect individuals and families with appropriate support.