Resources
Following are general resources I’ve gathered over the years. I hope you find this useful, but please keep in mind the resources provided here are for informational purposes only and should not be considered as definitive advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any decisions based on this information.
* Resources that Stacy Ross has had personal experience with.
Other Parents Like Me
Other Parents Like Me is an online parent to parent support platform designed to help parents of children struggling with mental health issues heal.
Mental Health America (MHA)
Advances the mental health and well-being of all people living in the U.S. through public education, research, advocacy and public policy, and direct service. (MHA) is the nation’s leading national nonprofit dedicated to the promotion of mental health, well-being, and illness prevention.
National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI)
“Dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Our Alliance includes more than 700 NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates who work in your community to raise awareness and provide support and education to those in need.”
Support for Parents of Children with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) *
Support Group For Parents of Young Adults/Adults With Mental Illness *
In-patient Services
Designed to provide round-the-clock care. Length of stay can vary from under 24 hours, to a week or longer, depending on many factors including, but not limited to, the needs of the patient and the services available at the facility.
- Non-profit or hospital based behavioral health care facilities
- Private behavioral health care facilities
Intensive OutPatient Program (IOP)
Treatment program that takes place on an out-patient basis.
Therapy/Counselor
- Online – Better Help *
- In-person
- School based
- Pediatrician/Primary Care Based/ Referral
Mental Health Association of New Jersey
MHANJ is a statewide non-profit organization whose mission is to strive for children and adults to achieve victory over mental illness and substance use disorders through advocacy, education, training and services.
National Alliance of Mental Illness of New Jersey *
”NAMINJ is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. We offer education, support, system advocacy, and public awareness initiatives to help those affected by mental health challenges build better lives.”
Mental Health Association of Monmouth County *
“Our mission is to promote mental health as a critical component of overall wellness. We provide prevention services for all, offer early identification and intervention for those at risk, and deliver integrated care and treatment to those in need—with recovery as the goal.”
Monmouth Cares *
Monmouth Cares is a nonprofit organization that is responsible for face-to-face care management and comprehensive service planning for youth and their families with complex needs.
The Source at Red Bank Regional High School
“The Source at Red Bank Regional High School is a School-Based Youth Services Program (SBYSP) (that builds) public and private partnerships to ensure quality services that are effective, culturally appropriate and responsive to the diverse, changing needs of students and their communities.”
Carrier Clinic *
One of the largest independent, nonprofit central Jersey behavioral health facilities, Carrier Clinic specializes in inpatient psychiatric treatment and treatment and rehabilitation for substance abuse.
High Focus Treatment Center *
Provider of outpatient treatment programs for mental health, substance abuse and co-occurring disorders.
Mental Health America (MHA)
General Resources
Advances the mental health and well-being of all people living in the U.S. through public education, research, advocacy and public policy, and direct service. (MHA) is the nation’s leading national nonprofit dedicated to the promotion of mental health, well-being, and illness prevention.
National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI)
General Resources
“Dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Our Alliance includes more than 700 NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates who work in your community to raise awareness and provide support and education to those in need.”
High Focus Treatment Center *
New Jersey Specific Resources, Treatment Options
Provider of outpatient treatment programs for mental health, substance abuse and co-occurring disorders.
Carrier Clinic *
New Jersey Specific Resources, Treatment Options
One of the largest independent, nonprofit central Jersey behavioral health facilities, Carrier Clinic specializes in inpatient psychiatric treatment and treatment and rehabilitation for substance abuse.
The Source at Red Bank Regional High School
New Jersey Specific Resources
“The Source at Red Bank Regional High School is a School-Based Youth Services Program (SBYSP) (that builds) public and private partnerships to ensure quality services that are effective, culturally appropriate and responsive to the diverse, changing needs of students and their communities.”
Monmouth Cares *
New Jersey Specific Resources
Monmouth Cares is a nonprofit organization that is responsible for face-to-face care management and comprehensive service planning for youth and their families with complex needs.
Mental Health Association of Monmouth County *
New Jersey Specific Resources
“Our mission is to promote mental health as a critical component of overall wellness. We provide prevention services for all, offer early identification and intervention for those at risk, and deliver integrated care and treatment to those in need—with recovery as the goal.”
National Alliance of Mental Illness of New Jersey *
New Jersey Specific Resources
”NAMINJ is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. We offer education, support, system advocacy, and public awareness initiatives to help those affected by mental health challenges build better lives.”
Mental Health Association of New Jersey
New Jersey Specific Resources
MHANJ is a statewide non-profit organization whose mission is to strive for children and adults to achieve victory over mental illness and substance use disorders through advocacy, education, training and services.
Other Parents Like Me
Online Groups, Support Groups
Other Parents Like Me is an online parent to parent support platform designed to help parents of children struggling with mental health issues heal.
Support Group For Parents of Young Adults/Adults With Mental Illness *
Online Groups, Support Groups
Support for Parents of Children with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) *
Online Groups, Support Groups
High Focus Treatment Center *
New Jersey Specific Resources, Treatment Options
Provider of outpatient treatment programs for mental health, substance abuse and co-occurring disorders.
Carrier Clinic *
New Jersey Specific Resources, Treatment Options
One of the largest independent, nonprofit central Jersey behavioral health facilities, Carrier Clinic specializes in inpatient psychiatric treatment and treatment and rehabilitation for substance abuse.
Therapy/Counselor
Treatment Options
- Online – Better Help *
- In-person
- School based
- Pediatrician/Primary Care Based/ Referral
Intensive OutPatient Program (IOP)
Treatment Options
Treatment program that takes place on an out-patient basis.
In-patient Services
Treatment Options
Designed to provide round-the-clock care. Length of stay can vary from under 24 hours, to a week or longer, depending on many factors including, but not limited to, the needs of the patient and the services available at the facility.
- Non-profit or hospital based behavioral health care facilities
- Private behavioral health care facilities
