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Free mental health support for Shelby County young people

Are you between 13 and 18 years old and live in Shelby County? Then you should know about Youth Connect! Youth Connect started because our community saw that teens needed more mental health support, so the Shelby County Youth & Family Resource Center teamed up with The Braid Foundation to make sure you can get the help you need, free of charge.

What we're building

We want every young person in Shelby County to have the support they need to be their best selves.

  • Youth Pathway to Services: Develop a simple pathway for youth to connect to mental health services, specifically individual and group counseling.
  • Empowerment for Families: Empower Shelby County youth, and their families, with the knowledge and resources to address their mental health needs.
  • Culturally Responsive Therapists: Create a pool of therapists, who are culturally responsive and identity-affirming, to provide mental health services to youth.
  • Capacity Building for Agencies: Equip Shelby County agencies who support youth and their families with the knowledge, skills, and resources to expand their ability to support mental health wellness.
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Here's what's cool about Youth Connect

  • Easy Access to Counseling

    We know finding a counselor at school or in the community can be tough. That's why we're making it super easy for you to get the support you need.

  • A Network Just for You

    We're building a network that helps you and your family find and access counseling easily.

  • Therapists Who Get It

    We have a special group of therapists who understand what it's like to be a teen today. They're not just skilled; they're also friendly and respectful of who you are.

  • You Get to Choose

    We listened to you, and we know you want to pick your therapist. So, we made that happen!

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Your gift keeps counseling free.

Every session, every young person, at no cost — because people like you fund it.