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Connect with a Crisis Counselor for free 24/7, confidential support over text.
“Talk It Out” Hotline
The Department of Children and Families launched this hotline to help parents and caregivers to manage the increased stress associated with caring for their children during the COVID-19 crisis. The hotline provides support from a network of trained professionals, including staff from Wheeler Clinic, who will listen and speak with people about their concerns and make referrals to other services as needed. Call 1-833-258-5011 or click on this link.
The Village
The Village has a non-emergency information line for mental health and resources: Call the following number to access this support: 860-882-6405.
School-based Mental Health Support
School Social Workers, School Psychologists, and School Counselors are available to support students and families through virtual consultation and counseling. Counseling staff contact information is located on each school's webpage.
Wheeler Clinic
To learn more about available care options, call Wheeler Clinic's Navigation Center at 888.793.3500. Wheeler's Navigation Center is open Monday through Thursday, 8 AM to 6 PM, and Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM.
The Bridge Family Center
During the Coronavirus pandemic, The Bridge Counseling Centers in West Hartford, Avon, and Rockville remain open and their therapists are meeting with clients in one of three ways. One-on-one sessions in the clinics are available, though most clients have opted to “meet” either by phone or through Telehealth, which allows therapists to teleconference securely with clients using a variety of technologies including smart phones, iPads, or computers.
Call (860) 521-8035 or click on this link.
The Village
The Village is now able to connect with you anytime, anywhere, and with any device using their telehealth service. To learn more about this safe and convenient option, call 860-236-4511.
Clinicians in West Hartford
A list of clinicians in West Hartford who provide telehealth services.
The Anxiety Treatment Center
Andrea Nave from the Anxiety Treatment Center is facilitating a virtual support group for parents who are stressed/anxious about COVID-related issues. There is no limit on referrals, as Andrea will start a second group if needed. Call (860) 269-7813 x. 108 or email Andrea at andreanave@ctanxiety.com
