Mental Health
Counseling Services
Community Counseling of Bristol County
One Washington Street
Taunton, MA
Depending on your health insurance this service could be a good option for students because counseling sessions can occur at school. A guidance counselor or the school adjustment counselor will make a referral for students when a need for this service presents itself.
Psychology Today
If you want to find a counselor, you can go on www.psychologytoday.com. The website allows you to search for a counselor by specialty, location, credentials, and more.
Mass 2-1-1
If you dial 2-1-1 on your phone, this service provided by United Way can direct you to help in the community including parent supports, family services, mentoring, mental health services, family counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse help, support group, and more.
Emergency Services
Norton Emergency Services
Designed to be an alternative to the emergency room for individuals in a mental health or substance abuse crisis for members of MassHealth (Medicaid), Medicare, or the uninsured. Mobile crisis unit available.
Substance Abuse Help
Alateen: Alcoholic Anonymous for Teens
Mutual support group. No cost, no advance notice or referral necessary.
Alcohol and Drug Abuse Hotline
National Clearinghouse for Drug and Alcohol Information
Other Useful Resources
National Runaway Hotline
Massachusetts Eating Disorder Association
Domestic Violence Safe Link
Parental Stress Hotline
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Future Planning Resources
Vocational Rehabilitation Office of MRC
This service works with students with developmental disabilities. Students will work with a a vocational rehabilitation counselor on career planning and development and job placement.
21 Spring Street, Suite 8
Taunton, MA 02780
1-508-823-8141
Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority (MEFA)
MEFA is a free service for students and families that can help you save for college, figure out how to pay for college, help with filling out financial aid applications, and help you understand financial aid packages.