10 free or low-cost mental health services in Metro Atlanta, many offering counseling in multiple languages 

Finding mental health support isn’t always easy – especially for residents in Metro Atlanta who may face barriers like cost, language, and cultural sensitivity.

In Georgia, which is ranked the second worst state for mental health care according to a recent Forbes study, more and better support is critical. The needs of immigrant and refugee communities, in particular, have largely been neglected, according to a recent report from Asian Americans Advancing Justice – Atlanta. 

Thankfully, there are some free or low-cost mental health services in the Metro area that offer counseling in multiple languages. 285 South has put together this list of options, but if you know of any additional resources, please hit reply to this message and let us know!

In case of emergency:

Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. *Access language options by following the phone prompts.*

Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990 

National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357

And – if you’re looking to search for a mental health provider by ethnicity in the Asian community, check out the Asian Mental Professionals of Georgia’s directory.

RAKSHA

Raksha is a South Asian community organization that offers individual and family counseling for both adults and children on issues related to abuse, self-esteem, and boundaries. 

To make an appointment, call (404) 876-0670. Therapists speak multiple languages including Urdu, Hindi, Bangla, Punjabi, and Arabic.

Tel: (404) 876-0670 (M-F 9am-5pm EST)

SER FAMILIA

Ser Familia offers family-centered counseling to adults, adolescents, and children and specializes in a range of issues including acculturation, blended family issues, and behavioral health.  The organization has offices in Smyrna, Kennesaw, Norcross, Lawrenceville, and Atlanta. Details here.

To make an appointment contact: Info@serfam.org, (678) 363-3079. Therapists speak English and Spanish.

CHRIS 180

CHRIS 180 offers mental health services focused on healing children, strengthening families, and building community. They provide trauma-informed care, including individual and group therapy and counseling. The organization has counseling centers all over the Metro area.

Because of federal funding cuts in 2025, CHRIS 180 can no longer provide counseling for free, but the organization accepts Medicaid, self-pay (sliding scale, according to income), or private insurance.

To make an appointment call 1-800-896-4106. The Lawrenceville office has bilingual therapists who speak Spanish, on-site, though they are not currently taking new patients.

760 Longleaf Blvd, Suite A, Lawrenceville, 30046

1030 Fayetteville Road, Atlanta, 30316. Tel: 404-486-9034.

3103 Clairmont Rd NE, Unit B, Atlanta,  30329. Tel: 404-636-1457

FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS OF GEORGIA

The Family Health Centers of Georgia offer physical, mental, and emotional care, including individual, family, and group counseling for issues like anxiety, stress, and depression, with options for telehealth appointments. They provide referrals to mental health doctors for necessary medications, and insurance is required or patients can pay out of pocket $189.

To make an appointment call 404.752.1400. Translation and interpretation services are available for Spanish. Sign language and options for the hearing impaired are also available. 

805 Campbell Hill St NW, Marietta, 30060-1144. Tel: 770-919-0025

868 York Avenue SW, Atlanta, 30310-2750. Tel: 404-752-1400

6685 Merchants Way, Morrow, 30260. Tel: 404-282-5617

MOSAIC HEALTH CENTER

The Mosaic Health Center offers free individual, family, and group counseling, as well as medication management. Counseling services address a wide range of concerns including family conflict, relationship stress, life changes, grief, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, substance use, and more. Details here.

To make an appointment call  (678) 383-1383. Healthcare providers and volunteers speak 13 different languages including Arabic, Nepali, and Amharic.

3700 Market St, Building B, Clarkston, 30021

THE CENTER FOR VICTIMS OF TORTURE: CVT Georgia Clarkston Office

CVT offers a holistic approach to healing, including mental health counseling, trauma-focused physiotherapy, group counseling, and integrated social work services, to empower survivors to rebuild their lives and overcome trauma.

To make an appointment, contact 470-545-2776 or email srodolphus@cvt.org. Translations in Spanish and Arabic are available upon request. 

GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY (GSU) PSYCHOLOGY CLINIC

GSU graduate students offer both in-person and virtual counseling at a sliding scale depending on income, but no more than $30 an hour.

To make an appointment, call 404-413-6229. Some Spanish language capacity.

Urban Life Building, 140 Decatur Street SE, Suite 1053, Atlanta. 404-413-6229

WESTCARE GEORGIA

WestCare Georgia offers free in-residence treatment through its youth academy for young boys aged 14-17 experiencing substance abuse. Contact Micheal Bigby, Program Director, (678) 374-3319, ext. 37201 for more info.

The organization also provides free outpatients services for individual and group therapy.

To make an appointment, contact Deidre Badu, Program Director, at 404-761-7485. WestCare uses a recording device program to translate English into various languages over the phone and in person as needed. 

WestCare Georgia Youth Academy: 2385 Oak Grove Church Rd, Carrollton, 30117. Tel: (678) 374-3319
Outpatient Services: 827 Pryor Street, SW, Atlanta, 30315. Tel: (404) 761-7485

HIGHLAND RIVERS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH – OUTPATIENT SERVICES

Highland Rivers Behavioral Health operates on a sliding fee scale, making their services accessible to individuals regardless of their ability to pay. They offer crisis services, mental health support, substance abuse treatment, services for intellectual and developmental disabilities, residential care, and child and adolescent services.

For your first appointment, you can walk in to a Highland Rivers clinic. Fee is based on income. Bring proof of income, social security card, and a picture ID on your first visit. Children must have a birth certificate or legal document. Highland Rivers can provide translation and interpretation via a language line.

Several locations, including in Marietta, Smyrna, and Austell. (800)-729-5700.

GOOD SAMARITAN HEALTH CENTERS 

Good Samaritan Health Center is a faith-based clinic that offers free Christian mental health counseling to all patients.

To make an appointment at the Norcross office call 678-280-6630 and for the Marietta office call 770-806-0162.When calling this organization, there are options for both Spanish and English speakers. 

1605 Roberta Dr SW, Marietta, 30008-3855

5949 Buford Hwy, Norcross, 30071

SOUTHSIDE MEDICAL CENTER

The Southside Medical Center provides individual and group therapy, family and couples counseling, psychiatric assessments, and medication management.

To make an appointment, call 404-688-1350. Southside charges based on a sliding scale and also accepts insurance. Documents and translations are available in Spanish. 

660 Mcwilliams Rd SE, Atlanta, 30315-7544. Tel: 404-688-1350

EMPOWERMENT RESOURCE CENTER

ERC provides a low-cost Outpatient Program for individuals experiencing mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse. Treatment begins with creating a personalized recovery plan for each patient. 

To request an appointment call 404-526-1148, or submit an online form here. ERC accepts Medicare, Medicaid, most insurance, and self-pay (sliding scale). *This program does not have onsite translation capacity. 

230 Peachtree Street NW Suite 1800, Atlanta, 30303. Tel: 678-730-0805

SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)
To find further treatment closest to your exact location, check out this confidential and anonymous resource here. Options to access the website in multiple languages including Spanish, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Arabic, French, and Korean.