Mental Health Services
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call the National Suicide Hotline at 988
Fort Wayne Services:
10102 Woodland Plaza Cv. Fort Wayne, IN 46825.
Phone: 260-240-4200
South Bend Services:
1328 W Dragoon Trail, Mishawaka, IN 46544
Phone: 260-240-4200
About Mental Health Services
Catholic Charities’ Mental Health Services provide multilingual, compassionate, faith-based counseling and emotional support for individuals, couples, and families. Rooted in hope and focused on healing, our affordable services intertwine faith and therapy to help people navigate life’s challenges, strengthen relationships, and build confidence for the future.
In response to the overwhelming need for support in the community, we are currently working to expand these services. Learn more about our philanthropic initiative to support our counseling programs, Hope to Healing.
THERAPY SERVICES:
Hope to Healing Counseling
We provide faith-based, affordable therapy through licensed counselors for individuals seeking help to address personal challenges and improve well-being. Services are provided in-office or through telehealth. Book an appointment above.
School Counseling
In partnership with Diocesan Catholic school principals, guidance counselors, and parents, our counselors work with students one-on-one or in group settings on coping skills, crisis response, and faith-based support.
Pastoral Counseling
We offer confidential, Christ-centered guidance through counselors for emotional, spiritual, and relational challenges, including grief support, life transitions, and premarital counseling.
Are you new to counseling and have some questions? Our Associate Clinical Director sheds light on what to expect in this short video.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT:
Diocesan Mental Health Ministries
Following the model of the International Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers, our Diocesan Mental Health Ministry empowers parish communities through mental health education and training, spiritual accompaniment support groups, and advocacy and resources.
Video Resources:
REFERRAL SERVICES:
Clinical Liaison
Working throughout the diocese, our Clinical Liaison works with vetted, faith-based therapists to provide counseling and therapy services to parishioners, families, and students.
Parishioners can receive a referral from their pastor, parish office, or school principal.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Catholic Charities is a preferred provider for the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend’s Employee Assistance Program. This program is funded by the diocese and affords employees up to 6 sessions of counseling with a licensed therapist at Catholic Charities.
Please contact the Diocesan HR Department for more information.
WRAP-AROUND CARE:
Services to Survivors of Trafficking
Catholic Charities can provide clinical services, case management, and life skills training to those 21 and younger who have been victims of labor or sex trafficking.
ASSESSMENTS:
Assessments from Immigration and the Marriage Tribunal
Catholic Charities provides assessments for the Diocesan Marriage Tribunal Office and Immigration Legal Services clients. This is a service that licensed therapists provide to persons throughout the diocese as needed.
