This information was compiled to provide remote, local, and national telemental health resources that students may find helpful. It is meant to provide suggestions and starting points when looking into telemental health options. Please understand that the mention of a particular resource does not necessarily mean an endorsement by the Clinton School.
Arkansas Help and Resources
UA Little Rock Counseling Services
As a Clinton School student, you can access UALR Counseling Services free of charge. Services are provided at the Clinton School at Sturgis Hall and on the UA Little Rock campus. Please call 501-569-3185 to schedule a session or email them at counselingservices@ualr.edu. Let them know you are a Clinton School student.
Arisa Health
Many Arisa Health clinics in Arkansas provide telemedicine mental health services on a sliding scale.
They have 50 clinics across the state including Fayetteville, Bentonville, Cabot, Conway, Jonesboro, Russellville, Searcy, West Memphis, and North Little Rock. Addresses and contact information for each location are listed on their website. Call the clinic to ask about telemedicine services, insurance plans they accept, and options for reduced-cost service.
Little Rock Area Arisa Health Clinic:
Professional Counseling Associates
Springhill Clinic
4354 Stockton Drive
North Little Rock, AR 72117
Day Phone: 501-955-7600
After Hours: 501-221-1843
• Provides televideo/telephone services for patients
• Accepts Insurance
• Without insurance, services are provided on a sliding scale based on income
Baptist Health – Distance Counseling Services
Baptist Health offers distance counseling services. This type of telehealth allows individuals across the state to talk to a counselor located in Little Rock via video, email, or phone. All communication is encrypted for patient protection, giving you the freedom to discuss your issues in a secure and safe environment.
Distance counseling services are conducted Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with extended hours by appointment. To schedule an appointment, call 501-487-6010.
UAMS: Health Now
The UAMS: Health Now call center is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at (800) 482-9921 or (501) 526-3563 during regular business hours. The virtual clinic operates Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Mental Health Hotline: From substance abuse disorders to mental illnesses ranging from anxiety and depression to bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
NAMI Arkansas
NAMI Arkansas is a private, non-profit organization whose mission is to help people living with mental illness, their families, and the community. NAMI Arkansas operates a statewide organization providing and coordinating a network of local support groups providing support, education, and advocacy throughout the state. The organization is affiliated with National NAMI.
NAMI provide remote support group options – please contact to learn more about call-in options:
Contact: Betty Beck
Email: beckb664@gmail.com
Phone: 501-541-7398
Contact: Janice Carter
Email: carterjaniceh@uams.edu
Phone: 501-352-5928
Contact: Ruth Trowbridge
Email: ruthtrowbridge@yahoo.com
Phone: 501-251-7287
If you are outside of Little Rock, find your local contact through the NAMI Resource Directory.
Arkansas Medicaid Information
Basic Arkansas Medicaid information can be found here.
Mental Health Services: Medicaid will pay for special care for people with mental health problems. Mental health services that Medicaid will pay for include Outpatient Behavioral Health Services (OBHS), which are visits with a mental health worker who is licensed to provide certain types of care. Medicaid will pay with a referral from a doctor. In some cases, Medicaid will need to approve the services in advance. This is called prior authorization. The doctor or mental health worker should handle getting the services approved.
National Help and Resources
Call Options
- 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
- 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) for National Alliance on Mental Health Helpline
- 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services info
Text /Chat Options
- Text HOME to 741741 to reach as crisis counselor anonymously (Crisis Text Line)
- Live Online Chat with National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Web Links and More Information
Mental Health Guide for College Students
The Mental Health Guide for College Students from CollegeStats.org is designed to help identify the signs and symptoms of common mental health issues for college students, also offering guidance on where and when to seek help.
Navigating Mental Health Issues in College
Between taking advanced courses, making new friends, and juggling finances, the transition to college can take a toll on your mental health. In fact, we’re just starting to understand how difficult it is for many students to prioritize their well-being in the face of the unique challenges they experience. As the world rapidly changes, it’s vitally important to understand the different aspects of mental health and ways we can support students.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or Live Online Chat
If you or someone you know is suicidal or in emotional distress, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Trained crisis workers are available to talk 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Your confidential and toll-free call goes to the nearest crisis center in the Lifeline national network. These centers provide crisis counseling and mental health referrals.
Crisis Text Line – text HOME to 741741 to reach as crisis counselor anonymously
Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, providing access to free, 24/7 support via a medium people already use and trust: text. Crisis Text Line Resources here
SAMHSA Treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727)
Get general information on mental health and locate treatment services in your area. Speak to a live person, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST.
National Alliance on Mental Health
The NAMI HelpLine can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 am–6 pm, ET. 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or info@nami.org
The NAMI HelpLine is a free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals and support to people living with a mental health conditions, their family members and caregivers, mental health providers and the public. HelpLine staff and volunteers are experienced, well-trained and able to provide guidance.
- They understand, many from their own experiences, listen and offer support.
- They are informed on NAMI Programs, NAMI Support Groups and locate your NAMI Affiliate.
- They are trained to help identify the best resource options for your individual concern.
- They are knowledgeable and a source of accurate information about relevant topics.
The HelpLine Online Knowledge and Resource Center is available and offers an extensive library of valuable information and answers to our most frequently asked questions.
Free or Low-Cost Mental Health Apps
What’s Up: What’s Up? is a free app utilizing CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and ACT (Acceptance Commitment Therapy) methods to help you cope with Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Stress and more.
Cost: Free; iOS and Android
MoodTools: MoodTools aims to support people with clinical depression by aiding the path to recovery. Discover helpful videos that can improve your mood and behavior, log and analyze your thoughts using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) principles, develop a suicide safety plan and more with this free app.
Cost: Free; iOS and Android
Mood Kit: MoodKit uses the foundation of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and provides users with over 200 different mood improvement activities. Developed by two clinical psychologists, MoodKit helps you learn how to change how you think, and develop self-awareness and healthy attitudes. The journal feature is a great way to practice self-care by reflecting on the day, noting any distressing thoughts, and documenting how you overcame them.
Cost: $4.99 – iOS
Self-Help for Anxiety Management (SAM): SAM might be good for you if you’re interested in self-help, but meditation isn’t your thing. Users are prompted to build their own 24-hour anxiety toolkit that allows you to track anxious thoughts and behavior over time, and learn 25 different self-help techniques. You can also use SAM’s “Social Cloud” feature to confidentially connect with other users in an online community for additional support.
Cost: Free; iOS and Android
Happify: With its psychologist-approved mood-training program, the free Happify app is your fast-track to a good mood. Try various engaging games, activity suggestions, gratitude prompts and more to train your brain as if it were a muscle, to overcome negative thoughts.
Cost: Free; iOS and Android
Fee-Based Services
BetterHelp: BetterHelp is the largest online counseling platform worldwide. We change the way people get help with facing life’s challenges by providing convenient, discreet and affordable access to a licensed therapist. BetterHelp makes professional counseling available anytime, anywhere, through a computer, tablet or smartphone.
The cost of counseling through BetterHelp ranges from $60 to $80 per week (billed monthly). You can cancel your membership at any time for any reason.
Talkspace: Available across many devices. You are matched with a licensed, assigned therapist. You can text message a trained professional as often as you need and receive responses daily. They also offer services for individuals and couples, so if your significant other want to learn how to support you through your depression, they can also download the app.
Cost: (Various plans available ranging from $65 to $99/week; iOS and Android); covered by some insurance plans.
HealthSapiens: HealthSapiens has 24/7 access to U.S. board-certified behavioral counselors & medical professionals
Cost: $149/month (Video, phone, & email access; access to prescriptions)