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- How to Build Your Self-EsteemLow self-esteem can affect many aspects of your life. Feel like you could improve your self-esteem? Here are some ways to start loving yourself more.
- You’re Not a Bad Parent if Your Child Needs Support for their Mental HealthIf your child comes to you with an issue that may be impacting their mental health, you might feel guilty. However, they simply need your support.
- Mental health: early childhood
We all wonder and worry about our children, and it can be difficult to tell the difference between normal tantrums and the signs of a more serious behavioral problem. It may be difficult to notice early signs of mental health illness, but if you think your child’s thoughts or emotions might call for attention, your next move should be to consult a mental health professional. Start with a developmental pediatrician or community behavioral health resource to voice your concerns.
- Mental health: childhood
Healthy minds are the building blocks for strong family foundations. For children whose parents are affected with mental health issues, or for children with their own mental health challenges, help is available here in Stark County. Find local child mental health services, resources, organizations and support groups dedicated to lifting up families touched by mental illness.
- Mental health: youth & teens
When it comes to teenage behavior, it can be difficult to distinguish angst and mood swings from deep emotional turmoil. Learn where and how to report a problem if you believe you or someone you know is struggling with mental illness. There are many Stark County organizations dedicated to supporting young people in their journeys toward hope and recovery.
- Mental health: young adults
Teens and young adults who have diagnosable mental illnesses may have difficulty managing daily life functions, including securing housing, employment and education without assistance. Fortunately, Stark County has many mental health and independent living programs available to help support young people as they transition to adulthood.
- Men’s Mental Health
Sometimes you might hear the terms mental wellness or mental health and think they mean the same thing. While they are connected, they actually mean two different things. What the difference? Mental Wellness is your overall mental wellbeing, and everyone has it! Mental wellness is when people can recognize their abilities, cope with typical stress, work and function well. In order to be mentally well, we have to take care of our minds just like we do the rest of our body.
- There is No Health Without Mental HealthMental health in an important part of your overall health – it’s not just physical health. Learn more and get Stark County resources on mental health.
- Mental Health Resources During the Coronavirus Pandemic
This year, we’ve faced a pandemic unlike anything in our lifetimes. As we get closer to a vaccine for coronavirus, many people in Stark County are still feeling the stressful effects. Fortunately, the stress response is normal during a crisis.
Are you looking for ways to manage feelings of stress and anxiety? Here are some common questions we have received related to mental health, coping with COVID-19 in the community, and an overall stressful year.
- Improve Family Dialogs with StarkMHAR Conversation Cards
Once your family is seated around the dinner table, the typical conversation starter is: “So, how was your day?”
And the typical answer? “Fine.”
Getting your child to say anything more can be a lot of work.
But what if you stopped thinking of the child’s attitude as the problem, and started with the question? What if there were some truly interesting questions you could ask your family? And what if they were excited to think about them and answer?
- Childhood mental health supportChanges are underway. Please go to the JFS website for the most up-to-date information.
In some instances, a child who has experienced trauma or another mental health challenge may struggle to cope as they get older. If your child seems to be battling feelings of hopelessness, sadness or difficult behaviors, consider seeking the help of a mental health support provider in Stark County.
Start early with mental health supportIt’s never too early to think about children’s mental health.
- Suicide Prevention for Stark County Children, Teens and Young AdultsIf someone you know is hurting, don’t stop encouraging them to seek support. There is a community rooting for them to keep going.
- How School Districts Throughout Stark County Are Addressing Safety ConcernsThe goal in Stark County is to keep every student safe. If students don’t feel safe, they’re not able to perform at their best academically.
- Trauma: early childhood
When a child experiences trauma, it often impacts the entire family and the community around them. These experiences can affect a child’s whole body and emotional well-being, and every child’s response to trauma is unique. Find mental health and counseling resources to help children and families cope with the effects of trauma here in Stark County.
- Find Resources in Stark County for Young People Facing Real Life IssuesWith StarkHelpCentral.com, the search for community resources is confidential, convenient and consistent with target age groups.
- Gang ViolenceWhile being part of a gang is dangerous, escaping from a gang family may be even more so. Gangs typically don’t want members to leave because there’s a fear of betrayal – that they’ll expose what they know to law enforcement or even a rival gang. While getting out of gang life isn’t easy, it is possible with persistence, support and the right resources.
- CHANCE Program Helps People with Substance Use in Stark CountyThe CHANCE Program gives individuals in Stark County a chance to address substance use through intensive treatment. Learn more about this program.
- Suicide Risk and PreventionGrowing up can be a challenging and isolating experience, but the good news is, you don’t have to do it alone. No matter the adversity you might be facing, find the encouragement you need to move forward in a positive direction. Stark Help Central is a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for young people of all ages and backgrounds.
- Foster Children: Aging Out ResourcesChanges are underway. Please go to the JFS website for the most up-to-date information.
Children who are part of the foster care system in Stark County will eventually reach the age of 18 and age out of the program. Just like anyone else, these young adults may have medical and mental health care needs. But unlike other young people, once they age out of foster care, they no longer have the same financial and emotional backing at home.
- Early Childhood (Ages 0 - 3)
- Childhood (Ages 4 - 10)
- Youth & Teens (Ages 11 - 17)
- Mental health signs to look forSometimes without warning, a child’s behavior takes a noticeable change for the worse. If they become unusually sad or suddenly disruptive, it may be difficult to determine if it’s just a phase or a symptom of something more serious. Understanding the warning signs of a significant emotional issue can help you decide when to seek professional help.
Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Alliance
C&A provides mental and behavioral health services for Alliance children and families. These services provided include:
- Prevention and consultation services
- Case management
- Psychiatric evaluations
- Medication management
Alliance, OH 44601
CommQuest Canton
CommQuesr is a nonprofit that provides mental health, addiction, and social services. CommQuest offers addiction serves such as:
- Withdrawal management
- Residential care
- Outpatient care
- Medication-assisted treatment
- Mom + Me recovery
- Recovery meetings
- Family support and education
CommQuest offers mental health services such as:
- Counseling
- Psychiatric services
- Community psychiatric support services
- Services for survivors of sexual violence
- School-based mental health
- Supported employment
CommQuest social support services:
- Family Living Center
- Canton Friendship Center
- Samaritan’s Table
- Next Level – Education | Employment | Advancement
- Payee Center
CommQuest Learning and Development Services
- Corporate learning and development
- Professional workshops and seminars
- Mental health provider learning and development
Helix Counseling LLC
Helix Counselling LLC offers counseling to children, teenagers, adults, couples and families. We are committed to helping you through your most difficult season or your most exciting adventure. Our services can offer clients healing and hope. We also offer equine-assisted therapy for our mental health counseling clients.
Louisville, OH 44641
Father Matthew Herttna Counseling Center
Mental health counseling and referrals available at the Walsh University campus.
North Canton, OH 44720
The Gentle Shepherd Counseling Center
Licensed counselors treating and diagnosing mental health conditions.
Support Groups: Contact for information about joining.
North Canton, OH 44720
Military and First Responders Center
Pegasus Farm has developed a comprehensive Military and First Responders program (MFC) to meet the needs of veterans, active-duty military, first responders, and their families, at no cost to participants.
Louisville, OH 44641
NE Family Care Counseling Center
A comprehensive mental health center for Stark County and surrounding areas.
#103
North Canton, OH 44720
Building Blocks Counseling Center
Mental health and substance use prevention, treatment and recovery services.
Suite 1
North Canton, OH 44720
Thrive Counseling Services
Youth counseling for children as young as 8 years old.
Suite B
Canton, OH 44718
R & R Counseling Center
Offers counseling services in the areas of couples and marriage, family, child and adolescents, adults, trauma, and addictions.
- Individual and group sessions available
- Telehealth and in-person services available
Ste F
Massillon, OH 44646
We Care Counseling, Inc.
Specializes in treating complex trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, addictive behaviors, addictions, attachment disorders, marital conflict and dysfunctional family systems.
Suite 2
North Canton, OH 44720
Vista Psychological & Counseling Centre, LLC
Affordable health care for adults, children and families.
Suite 100
North Canton, OH 44720
CommQuest Alliance
Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, and case management.
Suites F & M
Alliance, OH 44601
Alliance for Children & Families
Committed to empowering children, individuals and families to restore them to lives of stability, self-sufficiency and enhancement.
Services include:
- Permanent Supportive Housing
- Emergency Shelter
- Rapid-Rehousing
- Parenting program
- Pregnancy & Maternal Health
Alliance, OH 44601
Crisis Lifeline
24/7 Phone #’s
- Call or text: 988
- Chat on website: www.988lifeline.org
- Or call: 330-452-6000
- Press 1 for Veterans support or 2 for Spanish-speaking.
Ohio Center for Hope
The Ohio Center for Hope (OCH) is a non-profit dedicated to mental health wellness and positive aging. We provide confidential mental health screenings, comprehensive memory assessments through our Memory Clinic, and community-based referrals when additional support is needed.
Our mission is to break the stigma surrounding mental health, raise awareness about the impact of early detection in slowing memory loss, and empower individuals to live vibrant, healthy lives.
We also offer seasonal assistance with food,
Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Belden Village
Mental and behavioral health services for children and families, as well as trauma and grief-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and SITCAP services to reduce risk and increase childhood resiliency, including:
- Case management
- Diagnostic mental health assessments
- Medication management
- Family Programming
- Walk-in mental health assessments
- Prevention services
- School based services
- Specialized intervention.
Canton, OH 44718
Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Plain Community
Mental and behavioral health services for children and families.
Door 6
Canton, OH 44721
Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Shipley Office
Trauma-Informed Day Treatment School
Canton, OH 44704
Pathway Caring for Children
Help children and families realize the possibilities of their lives through foster care, adoption, and mental health.
Suite A
Canton, OH 44718
OhioGuidestone
Providing counseling, support, advocacy, and education with a focus on prevention and treatment in the home, community, office, or telehealth.
Suite A
North Canton, OH 44718
Phoenix Rising Behavioral Health and Recovery Inc.
Provides outpatient psychiatric, counseling, and case management services to children, adolescents, and adults regarding mental health & illness, addictions, dual disorders, behavioral issues, trauma.
Canton, OH 44702
Phoenix Rising Behavioral Health & Recovery of Alliance
Provides outpatient psychiatric, counseling, and case management services to children, adolescents, and adults.
Mental health & illness, addictions, dual disorders, behavioral issues, trauma.
Closed Fridays, clients are directed to Canton if an emergency or direct care is needed.
Alliance, OH 44601
Coleman Health Services – Canton
Offers comprehensive, whole person treatment to children, adults and families in the communities we serve – regardless of their ability to pay.
Delivers mental health, substance use, residential, and rehabilitation services
Walk-in Clinic: Mon- Fri 8am – 2pm
Suite 200
Canton, OH 44702
Coleman Health Services – Alliance
Coleman Health Services offers comprehensive, whole-person treatment to children, adults and families in the communities we serve – regardless of their ability to pay.
Delivers mental health, substance use, residential, and rehabilitation services
Walk-in Clinic: Mon- Fri 11am – 12pm
Alliance, OH 44601
Sunrise Vista Behavioral Health
Provide the medical needs associated with substance abuse disorders in individuals also experiencing mental health-related symptoms as long as the individual has a primary mental health diagnosis.
Canton, OH 44714
Coleman Crisis Services
If you need immediate help, or are experiencing a mental health crisis, professional and confidential consultation is available. Call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 if you are experiencing thoughts of suicide.
Walk-in Clinic: 24/7 Crisis Services
Call-in Clinic: 24/7 Crisis Services
Canton, OH 44702
CommQuest Massillon
Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, family housing, male residential addiction treatment, driver intervention program.
AVO Behavioral Health & Recovery
At AVO Behavioral Health & Recovery, they treat the whole person struggling with addiction and mental health with MAT, IOP, individual and group counseling. Also offers cognitive behavioral therapy, incorporating things such as art and yoga therapy.
Canton, OH 44718
ICAN Housing
Connecting people to housing, mental health services and community support in Stark County, Ohio.
Need help? Click here for first steps.
Canton, OH 44714
