Mental Health Provider List: Help Those Impacted by Hurricane Helene

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, we know the need for mental health services will be critical in the weeks, months, and years to come. As the immediate physical needs of those affected are being addressed, the next phase of relief will involve ongoing emotional and psychological support for those impacted. 

To help meet this need, the National Association for Social Workers North Carolina in conjunction with the NC Psychological Association, the North Carolina Psychiatric Association, the National Register of Health Service Psychologists, and the NC Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, is compiling a list of mental health providers willing to offer free or sliding-scale fees for individuals affected by the hurricane. 

We are reaching out to ask if you would be interested in providing services on a volunteer basis or at a reduced rate for a period of time as part of this effort. If so, please complete this form .

Your willingness to contribute your time and expertise will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those struggling in the wake of this disaster. We hope to have this list ready to go, once immediate needs have been met and individuals begin to seek more long-term mental health support. 

This is a tangible way for us to extend our care to those who need it most, and we appreciate any support you can provide.

Training Resources for Disaster Mental Health Support

If you are interested in gaining more knowledge about disaster mental health care, there are several training opportunities available to help you prepare for supporting individuals impacted by Hurricane Helene:

• National Child Traumatic Stress Network’s Psychological First Aid Training

• Disaster and Preventative Psychiatry: Protecting Health and Fostering Community Resilience

• Just in Time Training

Terms and Conditions

By using the information compiled the NC Mental Professional Referral List, you are indicating that you understand and accept the terms and conditions of this referral list of mental health providers (Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Social Workers, Licensed Family and Marriage Therapists, and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors) licensed in the state of North Carolina.

This referral list will assist you in locating qualified mental health provider that offers pro bono and/ reduced fees for those affected by Hurricane Helene. May need to contact and speak with several providers to determine which one is the best before making an appointment.

When you meet with the provider you have chosen, an interactive process will begin to identify and define the issues you are experiencing and the situation in which it arises. Providers are expected to provide a confidential, safe environment for you or your family to work through the issues necessary to solve the problem.

Mental health providers are highly trained professionals who focus on human behavior, mental health assessment, diagnosis and treatment, and behavior change.

Mental health providers on this must be licensed by the state or jurisdiction in which they practice. Licensure laws are intended to protect the public by limiting licensure to those persons qualified to practice of the respective professions defined by state law. In North Carolina, the renewal of the respective licenses requires continuing education in most cases. Members of the North Carolina Psychological Association, North Carolina Psychiatric Association, National Association of Social Workers North Carolina, North Carolina Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and National Register of Health Psychologists are also expected to adhere to their field’s respective codes of professional ethics.

Specific Disclaimer
The North Carolina Psychological Association, North Carolina Psychiatric Association, National Association of Social Workers North Carolina, North Carolina Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, and National Register of Health Psychologists do not determine or warrant the competence of, or the services provided by, any licensed professional listed on the North Carolina Mental Health Professionals Referral List.

Use of this Referral List to locate a provider is voluntary and will not result in any liability against any of the North Carolina Psychological Association, North Carolina Psychiatric Association, National Association of Social Workers North Carolina, North Carolina Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, and National Register of Health Psychologists. In no event shall the North Carolina Psychological Association, North Carolina Psychiatric Association, National Association of Social Workers North Carolina, North Carolina Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, and National Register of Health Psychologists be liable for damages to any user of the Referral list for the selection of a provider, for the services provided by any provider listed herein, or for any other damages which may occur. North Carolina Psychological Association, North Carolina Psychiatric Association, National Association of Social Workers North Carolina, North Carolina Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, and National Register of Health Psychologists  cannot and do not provide any warranties related to the information provided by a mental health professional listed.

To be removed from this list, please contact director.naswnc@socialworkers.org