Location: 146 W. Home St.
Hours: Monday - Friday (8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
Urgent walk-in appointment weekdays during fall and spring semester: arrive at 11 a.m.
Phone: 614-823-1333
Email: counseling@otterbein.edu
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otterbeincounseling/
Disclaimer
Mental health awareness and services are for everyone. The Counseling Center has put together a list of diversity, equity, and inclusion resources below that focus on making counseling and information about mental health accessible for marginalized groups. The information about providers and services contained on this list does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by The Counseling Center or Otterbein University.
Affordable Mental Health
ProBono Counseling Program This MHA of Ohio program’s mission is to connect recipients with free, short-term counseling. Only available to residents of Franklin County.
African American and Black Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls Learn more about mental health issues relevant to Black women and girls. Use their online searchable database to find a qualified therapist near you.
Therapy for Black Men Break down the stigma that Black men must be strong and that asking for help is a sign of weakness. Find a therapist, coach or resources near you.
Free Black Therapy Currently at capacity. Sign up for their waiting list. This non-profit organization is making therapy for Black people by black therapists accessible. Online counseling only.
Loveland Therapy Fund With the barriers affecting access to treatment by members of diverse ethnic and racial groups, the Loveland Therapy Fund provides financial assistance to Black women and girls seeking therapy nationally.
The Steve Fund National organization that is committed to supporting the mental health of young people of color. Check them out online @theSteveFund for updates on events.
Black-Owned Counseling Practices in Franklin County
Healing Without Limits Counseling and Consulting LLC
Key Counseling and Consultation
Starks Counseling and Consultation LLC
Asian and Asian American Mental Health
Asian Mental Health Collective AMHC is a non-profit organization that aspires to make mental health easily available, approachable, and accessible to Asian communities worldwide.
The Steve Fund National organization that is committed to supporting the mental health of young people of color. Check them out online @theSteveFund for updates on events.
Latinx Mental Health
Latinx Therapy Offers podcast, courses and workshops, wellness resources, and a searchable database to find a Latinx counselor near you.
TeleAyuda Ohio This Beechwood-Based online psychotherapy group of Latino therapists offer teletherapy in Spanish and English to anybody residing in Ohio. They provide individual counseling, couples counseling, and training to professionals.
Therapy for Latinx Offers how to guide to finding a therapist near you for individual, group, and family counseling. Their resources include book recommendations and mental health screenings.
Loveland Therapy Fund With the barriers affecting access to treatment by members of diverse ethnic and racial groups, the Loveland Therapy Fund provides financial assistance to Black women and girls seeking therapy nationally.
The Steve Fund National organization that is committed to supporting the mental health of young people of color. Check them out online @theSteveFund for updates on events.
Latino/a Owned Counseling Practices in Ohio
Luis G. Cruz-Ortega, PhD & Associates
Native and Indigenous Mental Health
Native and Indigenous Communities and Mental Health Resource List by Mental Health of America.
The Steve Fund National organization that is committed to supporting the mental health of young people of color. Check them out online @theSteveFund for updates on events.
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
Trans Lifeline – 877-565-8860
LGBT National Hotline – 1-888-843-4564
TrevorLifeline – 1-866-488-7386
TrevorText – Text START to 678-678
Loveland Therapy Fund With the barriers affecting access to treatment by members of diverse ethnic and racial groups, the Loveland Therapy Fund provides financial assistance to Black women and girls seeking therapy nationally.
The Steve Fund National organization that is committed to supporting the mental health of young people of color. LGBT+ Inclusive. Check them out online @theSteveFund for updates on events.
Other Therapist Directories
Neurodivergent Therapy Directory
Psychology Today Therapy and Psychiatrist Directory
Crisis Resources
Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States, anytime. Crisis Text Line is here for any crisis.
Lifeline Chat and Text : Lifeline (988lifeline.org)
Local Community Mental Health Providers
Concord Counseling Services (offers psychiatry and therapy appointments)
Mount Carmel Behavioral Health (offers psychiatry and therapy appointments)
Columbus Springs (offers mental health services and substance abuse treatment)
Mental Health of America – Ohio (offers pro-bono counseling, linkage to services, support groups, and more)
Local DEI Organizations
The following is a list of local organizations that focus on DEI and social justice efforts in the Greater Columbus Area.
Asian American Community Services (AACS)
Black Queer & Intersectional Collective
Native American Indian Center of Central Ohio (NAICCO)