Missouri Mental Health Resources

✅ Key Statewide Resources

• The Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH) — Provider of statewide mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance‐use services. Center for the Study of Women+2Community Councils St. Charles+2

• The Missouri Behavioral Health Council (MBHC) — Network of community behavioral health clinics and provider agencies. MOBHC+1

• The Missouri Mental Health Foundation — Provides resource guides, educational material, and advocacy for mental health across Missouri. Missouri Mental Health Foundation

📞 Important Crisis / Helpline Info

• For any life-threatening or urgent mental health crisis: Dial 988 (the national suicide & crisis lifeline).

• For Missouri‐specific helpline: The DMH lists a toll-free number: 1-800-364-9687 (for DMH) as part of their resource directory. Community Councils St. Charles

🧰 Specialized / Affirming Resources

• MBHC “Find a Provider” directory — helps locate community behavioral health service providers in Missouri (can be filtered for specific populations). MOBHC+1

• Missouri Mental Health Foundation’s resource list includes sections on national links, including for LGBTQ+ and identity-affirming care. Missouri Mental Health Foundation