Hawaii Mental Health Resources
Mental Health in Hawaii
Many people think of Hawaii as a vacation destination and a paradise, and a place where life would feel like a vacation every day. But the fact is that people living in Hawaii deal with the same life challenges as people living anywhere else, and that includes mental health.
In fact, the Hawaii Department of Health reports that over 24,000 people receive services from their Adult Mental Health Division and over 5,000 receive services from their Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division.
As proactive and excellent as it is that Hawaii has such robust mental health care, it’s important to keep in mind that there are many more Hawaiians who don’t get treatment – the National Alliance on Mental Health reports that 187,000 adults in Hawaii have a mental illness.
No matter where you are on your mental health journey, Hawaii has resources and options to help you with your needs.
187,000
Adults in Hawaii living with a mental illness
Over 24,000
Hawaii Residents receiving services from Hawaii's Adult Mental Health Division
Free Mental Health Resources in Hawaii
Hawai‘i CARES 988 is a toll free hotline that you can call by dialing 988 if you're experiencing a crisis. They offer immediate crisis counseling and access to mental health and substance abuse programming in your community. They support individuals of all ages.
NAMI Hawaii is an organization that can provide you with access to free educational resources in your community, along with support groups, peer counseling, and family support services. This is a coalition of individuals, community members, and organizations committed to addressing mental health struggles Hawaiians face every day.
Mental Health America of Hawaii is a support group that offers free services to children, adolescents, adults, and families who have been impacted by mental health struggles. Services include educational workshops, access to specialized support groups, and advocacy services.
Hawai‘i UTelehealth offers free, confidential behavioral health care services over the phone. You can speak with a psychologist, psychiatrist, or mental health specialist if you're struggling with substance abuse or a mental health disorder. Their services are aimed at individuals who live in rural parts of the community or are experiencing homelessness.
The Child & Adolescent Mental Health Division (CAMHD) provides health services to children and teens throughout Hawaii. Some of the services include therapy, psychiatric care, and case management. Criminally involved juveniles can also receive support navigating the legal system.
Provide Services for
Teens & Students
Depression
ADHD
PTSD
Anxiety
Autism
The VA Pacific Islands Healthcare System supports veterans who are struggling with their mental health. They offer free trauma informed therapy, psychiatric treatment, and can connect you to specialized support groups where you'll have access to peer support. Many of these services are offered free of charge.
Provide Services for
Veterans
The nonprofit Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center works with children, adolescents, and adults, providing free and low cost care to address mental health struggles you're facing. Services include walk in care, behavioral health care, emergency support, and other services to residents in Waianae, Nanakuli, Kapolei, Ewa, and Waipahu.
The Queen’s Medical Center – Behavioral Health Services provides comprehensive medical and healthcare services to individuals struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues. You will receive free emergency medical services here. They also offer day treatment services, adult inpatient care, and a family treatment center, among other supports.
Provide Services for
PTSD
Depression
Anxiety
Grief
The Hawaii Domestic Violence Action Center works with victims of domestic violence, providing free services including advocacy, counseling, and resources to survivors. They offer a free helpline, including texting services. They also provide specialty programs like legal support, representatives who will accompany you to court, advocacy, and referrals to other programs."
Provide Services for
BIPOC
LGBTQ
Women
Domestic Violence
PTSD
Depression
Anxiety
The Women's Fund of Hawaii is a program that specializes in working with women who have been victims of domestic violence or are experiencing struggles with their mental health. Services are free and include mental health counseling and support services that will empower you to lead a healthy, independent, and financially sound life.
Provide Services for
Women
Depression
PTSD
Domestic Violence
US Vets Hawaii is a nonprofit organization that supports veterans who are experiencing mental health or substance abuse struggles. Services include access to housing, case management, trauma informed care, and other supports that help veterans get their lives back on track.
Provide Services for
Veterans
Depression
PTSD
Substance Abuse
The Hawaii Department of Health – Adult Mental Health Division focuses specifically on individuals who have a severe or serious mental health illness. Services include crisis intervention and ongoing counseling.
Provide Services for
BIPOC
LGBTQ
Men
Women
Seniors
Veterans
Disability
First Responders
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii – Mental Health Services offers free mental health assessments and referrals to children, adolescents, and adults who have a mental health struggle. They also offer psychiatric care and therapy.
The Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center is a nonprofit organization. They will support you through behavioral health care services, including case management, crisis support, and counseling, among others. Some services are free, while others are low cost. Sliding scale discounts are available.
Aloha United Way 211 is a hotline you can call to receive support for a mental health or substance abuse struggle you're experiencing. They offer a directory of health and human services that you can access through their phone or online directory.