
Community Resources
Crisis & Immediate Helplines
If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a crisis, immediate, confidential help is available:
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 9-8-8 (English & Spanish, 24/7) to reach a trained counselor for mental health emergencies or suicidal thoughts.
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2-1-1 / Treasure Coast Helpline: Dial 2-1-1 or text your zip code to 898211 to access a directory of local health, mental health, and community resources available 24/7.
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Crisis Text Line: Text "HOME" to 741741 for 24/7 free, confidential text-based crisis support.
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Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 9-8-8 and press 1 (or text 838255) for immediate help for military veterans and their families.
Local Outpatient Clinics & Community Support
For ongoing therapy, psychiatric evaluations, and case management, the following local providers service the area:
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New Horizons of the Treasure Coast: Located at 4500 W Midway Rd, Fort Pierce, FL (with regional satellite resources), this community mental health center offers outpatient services, psychiatric evaluations, and a 24/7 crisis line at (772) 468-5600.
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Legacy Behavioral Health Center: Provides comprehensive behavioral and psychological services (including outpatient therapy and case management) with locations in Port St. Lucie. You can reach their main office at (888) 975-3422.
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Coral Shores Behavioral Health - Inpatient services - and Crisis care - ALL AGES- PHP and IOP; 5995 SE Community Drive; Stuart, FL 34997 (772) 403-4000 https://coralshoresbehavioral.com/
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NAMI Treasure Coast: The local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness provides free support groups, education, and family programs.
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SafeSpace: Provides domestic violence advocacy, support groups, and emergency shelter. Reach their hotline at (772) 288-7023.
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New Horizons of the Treasure Coast and Okeechobee County -- Clinic and Inpatient services - and Crisis care - ALL AGES; Main Number 772.468.5600; New Horizons – Main Campus 4500 West Midway Road; Fort Pierce, Florida https://www.nhtcinc.org/
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Tykes and Teens - Children's Mental Health - OUTPATIENT ONLY; https://tykesandteens.org/ PHONE: 772-220-3439 Locations in St Lucie Martin and Indian River Counties "as well as childcare centers, schools and in homes."
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Circles of Care in Brevard County -- Clinic and Inpatient services - and Crisis care400 East Sheridan Rd Melbourne, FL 32901 (321) 722-5200 https://www.circlesofcare.org/
Psychiatric Hospitals & Inpatient Treatment
For individuals requiring intensive psychiatric stabilization or inpatient addiction treatment:
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Port St. Lucie Hospital: Located at 2550 SE Walton Rd, Port St. Lucie, FL, this facility specializes in adult inpatient mental health, acute psychiatric care, and substance use treatment. Call (772) 335-0400 to discuss admissions.
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Coral Shores Behavioral Health: Located nearby at 1780 SE Hillmoor Dr, Stuart, FL (serving the surrounding Treasure Coast), this hospital offers inpatient behavioral health and psychiatric services. Call (772) 403-4000.
For more information and to search for additional specialized treatment options, you can also use the confidential SAMHSA Treatment Locator or review the digital 2-1-1 St. Lucie County Community Guide.

