Find a Therapist in Detroit

Therapy Options in Detroit

Detroit offers a wide range of therapy options from local providers, including individual, group, family, and teletherapy services. You can filter by specialty, condition, or concern to find the best fit for your needs. See the bulleted list of conditions below and explore the linked condition-specific pages for more details.

Community Mental Health Clinics and Support in Detroit 

Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN) provides 24/7 access and crisis services, with a walk-in location in New Center on W. Milwaukee near the Fisher Building. Henry Ford Behavioral Health operates at Henry Ford Hospital on W. Grand Blvd in New Center, offering outpatient therapy, inpatient care, and urgent evaluations. Central City Integrated Health serves Midtown/Cass Corridor from Peterboro Street near Cass Park, integrating primary care with behavioral health. Team Wellness Center’s Eastern Market campus on Russell Street near Shed 5 provides same-day assessments, psychiatric care, and peer support programs.

Detroit Mental Health Crisis and Emergency Services 

In an emergency in Detroit, call 911 for police, fire, or medical response; for mental health or suicide crises, call or text 988 or chat via 988lifeline.org , and Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network ’s 24/7 Access Helpline at 800-241-4949 can connect you to local behavioral health and mobile crisis teams. Major 24/7 ERs include  Detroit Receiving Hospital (DMC) (Midtown/Wayne State area near I-75), Henry Ford Hospital Main Campus (New Center along W Grand Blvd near M-10), Sinai-Grace Hospital (NW Detroit near W Outer Dr), Ascension St. John Hospital (East Side near I-94/Moross), and Children’s Hospital of Michigan ER (pediatrics, Midtown). If safe, you can also go to hospital-based psychiatric emergency services or ask 988/DWIHN to direct you to the nearest crisis center or mobile unit. DDOT and SMART buses serve city and suburban hospitals; the QLINE runs to Midtown/New Center, and rideshares/taxis are widely available. Expect heavy traffic on I-75, I-94, I-96, and M-10 during rush hours and around downtown events; hospitals are ADA-accessible, with signed ER entrances and on-site security.

Places to Relax and Recharge in Detroit 

Belle Isle Park and the Detroit RiverWalk offer calming waterfront walks and bike paths that fit busy schedules for auto workers, caregivers, and students seeking a quick reset. The Dequindre Cut Greenway and Rouge Park provide shaded trails and community art that make low-cost movement and mindfulness accessible for families and seniors. On weekends, Eastern Market’s fresh produce and street music can boost mood while supporting local vendors, and the Detroit Institute of Arts or the Charles H. Wright Museum offer quiet, reflective spaces for stress relief. Many neighborhoods also host community gardens that build connection and routine, which can help with anxiety and seasonal blues. If you’d like added support, use MiResource to find licensed therapists in Detroit for both in-person and online care.

How MiResource Helps You Find a Therapist in Detroit

- Find nearby providers by neighborhood and transit—filter for Midtown, Corktown, Eastside, or Southwest and see options along DDOT routes and the QLINE.

- Match with affordable care that takes your coverage—filter for Medicaid/Healthy Michigan Plan, sliding-scale clinics, and Detroit community health centers (e.g., Henry Ford, DMC, Wayne Health).

- Connect with culturally responsive support—Spanish and Arabic-speaking providers in Southwest Detroit, faith-based options, and resources for Wayne State students and Detroit families.

- Book faster with real-time openings—see same-week availability, evening/weekend hours for shift workers in the auto industry, and telehealth across Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb.

Paying for Therapy in Detroit

1) Young adults and children under 26: You can stay on a parent’s plan until age 26. Detroit therapists commonly accept Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan/Blue Care Network, Priority Health, HAP, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and often Molina; most plans cover therapy and telehealth.

2) Working-age adults: Recognizable Detroit employers include Ford, General Motors, and DTE Energy, whose employees are often covered by BCBSM/BCN, UnitedHealthcare, Priority Health, HAP, or Aetna. Many Detroit therapists are in-network with these plans, including for virtual care.

3) Seniors (65+): Medicare (Part B) and Medicare Advantage plans from BCBSM/BCN, Priority Health, HAP, UnitedHealthcare, and Aetna are common. Eligible at 65+ or with certain disabilities, these plans typically cover outpatient mental health, therapy, psychiatry, and telehealth. MiResource’s insurance filters make it easy to find Detroit therapists who accept your plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

What to Do in a Mental Health Emergency in Detroit?

If there is immediate danger, call 911 and request a CIT-trained officer, or go to a nearby emergency department such as Detroit Receiving Hospital (4201 St. Antoine St.), Henry Ford Hospital (2799 W Grand Blvd), or Sinai-Grace Hospital (6071 W Outer Dr). You can also call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, and locally contact the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network 24/7 Crisis Helpline at 800-241-4949 for guidance and mobile crisis support. Stay with the person if you can, remove access to weapons or medications, and bring identification, medication lists, and key medical history.

Does Health Insurance Cover Therapy in Detroit?

In Detroit, most commercial plans (BCBSM/Blue Care Network, Priority Health, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna) and Medicaid plans (Meridian, Molina, McLaren, Healthy Michigan Plan) cover outpatient therapy, typically with $20–$40 copays, 10–30% coinsurance after deductibles, and individual deductibles often around $1,000–$3,000 for HDHPs; self-pay sessions commonly run about $90–$160. HMO plans often require in‑network providers and may need referrals, while PPO/pos plans offer more out‑of‑network options with higher cost share. Always confirm your specific benefits, and use MiResource’s insurance filter to find in‑network therapists in Detroit.

Is Online Therapy as Effective as In-Person Sessions in Detroit?

Research suggests online therapy is as effective as in-person care for many concerns (e.g., anxiety, depression), and both options are widely available in Detroit; online care offers convenience and privacy, while in-person can aid those needing intensive, specialized, or hands‑on assessments. In Detroit, commutes and parking—plus congestion on I‑75, I‑94, and I‑96 and winter weather—can hinder access, making telehealth appealing. For in‑person visits, residents can use DDOT buses, the QLINE streetcar on Woodward, the Detroit People Mover downtown loop, SMART suburban buses, or MoGo bike share to reach clinics.

How to Get Involved in Detroit’s Mental Health Community?

Connect with NAMI Metro Detroit for support groups and advocacy, and join Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN) community events, trainings, and peer support programs. Volunteer or partner with Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO), Black Family Development, Inc., Detroit Recovery Project, The Children’s Center, and Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation to support community mental health and youth/family services. You can also explore opportunities with Henry Ford Health Behavioral Health or Covenant Community Care for support groups and education, and use DWIHN’s 24/7 Access line at 800-241-4949 to get linked to local programs.