The number of people suffering from mental health and substance use problems are skyrocketing. More than 20% of Americans, including youth, teens, and adults of different socioeconomic groups, are living with a mental illness. Only about half of adults receive treatment. More than 20 million Americans 12 years and older are affected by substance use disorder. These conditions don’t discriminate. They affect people in all socioeconomic groups.
“I came to WJCS for therapy at a time of serious distress in my 20’s. I couldn’t afford much, and was able to pay just a very modest amount thanks to financial support from WJCS. Valerie saved my life and I am eternally grateful to her and WJCS.” ~Kristin
WJCS believes no one, of any age, who is experiencing trauma, substance use, anxiety, depression, or other mental health problems should feel alone. We also recognize that mental health challenges do not exist in a vacuum. Substance use, traumas, joblessness, the loss of a loved one, a chronic illness, poverty, homelessness, and legal problems exacerbate mental health conditions and must be addressed by taking an integrative approach. A sense of well-being can only be achieved when basic needs are cared for and co-occurring disorders, like substance abuse, are addressed. Once people have the emotional and practical support they need, they have a foundation for weathering life’s storms.
Learn more about WJCS’s mental health services, trauma center, and substance use disorder outpatient programs.
