interior photo of a painting featuring birds and an inspirational quote at wellstone in huntsville — Help is available for people of all ages facing mental health struggles (Lauren Denman / Hville Blast)

Looking for someone to talk to? You’ve got more options close to home than you might think.

While you may have heard it a thousand times, it is true: caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your physical health. While finding a mental health provider can be daunting, there are various facilities across North Alabama that provide help for mental health issues, substance use disorders and more.

Keep reading to find help near you and learn about some of the most trusted organizations across the region.

If you or a loved one are having a mental health crisis, suicidal thoughts or are in need of immediate medical help, call 911 immediately, or call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

An overview of mental health providers in North AL

24-hour Emergency Services

Wellstone Emergency Services, Huntsville

exterior photo of wellstone emergency services in huntsville — Wellstone is an incredible option for children or adults in need of assistance with their mental health. (Lauren Denman / Hville Blast)

🌟 Mental health services + psychiatric hospital
👉 What they offer: Mental health + substance abuse services as well as crisis + emergency services for both children + adults
☎️ Wellstone Emergency Services: (256) 705-6444
- Adult Mobile Crisis Team:
  - Huntsville: (256) 947-2065
  - Cullman: (256) 763-8554
- Child + Adolescent Crisis Team:
  - Huntsville: (256) 947-4013
  - Cullman: (256) 947-4016
🗓️ 24/7
📍4020 Memorial Parkway SW , Huntsville
🔗 Website

“Entire staff pleasant, helpful in the most effective ways. Treatment plan has definitely improved my life. Thanks y’all!”

_{Mandy, Google Review}

Mountain Lakes Behavioral Health, Dutton

🌟 Private, non-profit behavioral health + residential care facility
👉 What they offer: Personalized combination of therapy, education + medication providing substance abuse treatment, family counseling + individual counseling
☎️ (256) 228-3361
🗓️ 24/7
📍 4886 AL-40, Dutton
🔗 Website

Mountain View Hospital, Gadsden

🌟 Specialized psychiatric hospital serving children through senior adults
👉 What they offer: Structured, individualized care with ongoing mental health treatment + support for both children + adults
☎️ (800) 245-3645
🗓️ 24/7
📍3001 Scenic Hwy, Gadsden
🔗 Website

Longleaf Recovery, Madison

🌟Addiction treatment center
👉 What they offer: Evidence-based alcohol + drug addiction treatment designed to support lasting recovery
☎️ (256) 666-5582
🗓️ 24/7
📍 867 Town Madison Blvd , Madison
🔗 Website

“Longleaf Huntsville is a ray of sunlight for so many Alabamians. Their recovery programs for those living with substance abuse are so essential to patients across the state. I’d love to see this facility spread farther into the states!”

_{Hallie, Google review}

The Sanctuary at the Woodlands, Cullman

🌟 Psychiatric Hospital
👉 What they offer: Crisis care tailored for active, young adults + older adults with dementia through assessment + diagnosis, pharmacotherapy + discharge planning
☎️ (256) 255-0820
🗓️ 24/7
📍1910 Cherokee Ave SW, Cullman
🔗 Website

Unity Psychiatric Care, Bridgeport

🌟 Mental health service + psychiatric facility
👉 What they offer: Comprehensive inpatient care for adults 18 years or older with a combination of therapy, medication + health services
☎️ (256) 695-4495
🗓️ 24/7
📍200 Rowland Dr, Bridgeport
🔗 Website

“I was a patient there for five days; and they provided all the care and support I needed to get back on my feet and get my mental health back on track. All of the nurses and techs are fantastic and you can tell they really care and want their patients to get better.”

_{Margaret, Google review}

Specialized Mental Health Services + Counseling

North Alabama Family Psychiatry + Counseling, Madison

🌟 Physician-led private psychiatric practice
👉 What they offer: Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management + advanced treatment options including TMS therapy, ADHD testing, psychiatric evaluations + medical management
☎️ (256) 724-8880
🗓️ Mon-Fri: 8AM-5PM | Sat-Sun: CLOSED
📍9238 Madison Blvd. Suite 750, Madison
🔗 Website

“Victoria is amazing! Absolutely love her! She makes you feel like a real person. I actually look forward to going to my appts now vs dreading them.”

_{Meredith, Google review}

Northwest Alabama Mental Health, Haleyville

🌟 Mental health clinic
👉 What they offer: Crisis intervention, case management, family support + education through psychiatric evaluation, medication assessment, basic living skills training + day programs
☎️ (205) 486-4111
🗓️ Mon-Fri: 8AM-5PM
📍71 Carraway Dr, Haleyville
🔗 Website

Alliance Behavioral Health LLC, Huntsville

🌟 Mental health + counseling facility
👉 What they offer: Individual counseling, couples + marriage counseling, family counseling, trauma-focused therapy, EMDR therapy + comprehensive behavioral intervention for tics
☎️ (256) 801-8937
🗓️ Mon-Thurs: 8AM-5PM | Fri-Sun: CLOSED
📍250 Chateau Drive, Suite 145, Huntsville
🔗 Website

“The team of professionals at Alliance Behavioral are TOP NOTCH! They offer quality assessments and counseling while making you feel at ease. Every member of my family has benefited from their services!”

_{Stephanie, Google review}

Limestone Behavioral Health, Fort Payne

🌟 Therapy + mental health facility
👉 What they offer: Treatment for ADHD, autism, mood disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD + schizophrenia
☎️ (256) 979-1777
🗓️ Mon-Fri: 9AM-5PM
📍204 Alabama Ave SW, Fort Payne
🔗 Website

Lighthouse Psychiatry + Behavioral Health Clinic, Madison

🌟 Mental health + psychiatric facility
👉 What they offer: Therapy + medication management for autism, anxiety disorders, ADHD, behavioral issues, bipolar disorder, depression, PTSD + more
☎️ (256) 325-2500
🗓️ Mon-Fri: 8AM-5PM | Sat-Sun: CLOSED
📍8215 Madison Blvd. Suite #150, Madison
🔗 Website

“Lighthouse has been a huge blessing to my kiddos. Karli has helped my kids through a lot of stuff including the passing of their grandmother. The front desk staff is so awesome and welcoming. The whole staff has been amazing to all of us.”

_{Brandon, Google review}

Family Support Services LLC, Huntsville

🌟 Child therapy, family counseling + individual therapy service
👉 What they offer: Child therapy for trauma + abuse, divorce, anxiety disorders, adoption + foster care transitions as well as one-on-one support for individuals of all ages to work through emotional, behavioral, and life challenges
☎️ (256) 340-9233
🗓️ Mon-Thurs: 8AM-5PM | Fri: 8AM-12PM
📍4820 University Dr NW Ste 13, Huntsville
🔗 Website

Integrated Behavioral Health, Muscle Shoals

🌟 Mental health clinic
👉 What they offer: Psychiatric treatment including trauma counseling, play therapy, medication management, interventions + EMDR therapy as well as child + family therapy
☎️ (256) 320-7475
🗓️ Mon-Thurs: 8AM-6PM | Fri-Sun: CLOSED
📍1800 S Beverly Ave, Muscle Shoals
🔗 Website

“I started September 2024. It was the best decision I ever made. I was placed with a counselor who is genuine and caring. The doctor I see for medication management is also amazing. He genuinely listens and takes what you say into consideration. I have never been uncomfortable in any way with any of my providers. I love IBH and have recommended them to several people.”

_{Natasha, Google review}

Tree of Life Behavioral Health, Madison

🌟 Trauma-informed counseling facility
👉 What they offer: Cognitive behavioral therapy + mindfulness-based therapy including EMDR, art, narrative, yoga + massage therapies as well as autism + ADHD testing
☎️ (256) 278-2802
🗓️ Mon-Thurs: 10AM-4PM | Fri-Sun: CLOSED
📍190 Lime Quarry Rd Ste #111, Madison
🔗 Website

“They really make you feel comfortable and they sincerely want to help you and you can tell that they are concerned about you and not just the money! Great place and amazing people!”

_{Brandon, Google review}

Turnaround Counseling Services, Cullman

🌟 Individual counseling + substance abuse treatment facility
👉 What they offer: A range of therapeutic practices including Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) ®, DBT-Informed Therapy, Existential Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy + Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
☎️ (256) 739-9569
🗓️ Mon-Thurs: 9AM-5PM | Fri-Sun: CLOSED
📍1559 3rd St NE, Cullman
🔗 Website

Zia Counseling, Huntsville

🌟 Counseling clinic
👉 What they offer: Individual counseling for women’s mental health, depression, anxiety, OCD + trauma as well as parent + guardian support counseling
☎️ (256) 513-9194
🗓️ Mon-Fri: 9AM-5PM | Sat-Sun: CLOSED
📍2650 Whitesburg Dr #102, Huntsville
🔗 Website

“Having seen other counselors throughout my life, I can honestly say I have never felt safer or more comfortable with a counselor. I am incredibly grateful for the impact Tom has had on my life and would highly recommend him to anyone seeking counseling.”

_{Lori, Google review}

Where to find mental healthcare that works for you

Alabama Department of Mental Health

🌟 Provider Directory featuring crisis + emergency services information as well as peer support + recovery programs
👉 Offers: Information for Alabamians with mental illnesses, developmental disabilities + substance abuse disorders
🔗 Website