Find a Therapist in Indianapolis

Therapy Options in Indianapolis

Find a full range of therapy options from Indianapolis providers, including individual, couples, family, group, and telehealth care—filter by specialty, condition, or concern to match your needs. Below are common conditions addressed locally; explore the linked condition-specific pages for details, approaches, and nearby providers.

Community Mental Health Clinics and Support in Indianapolis 

Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center on the Eskenazi Health main campus by IUPUI and White River State Park offers crisis services, therapy, and psychiatry for adults and youth. Community Health Network’s Behavioral Health services at the Community Hospital North campus near Castleton and I‑69 provide inpatient and outpatient care with same-day assessments. Riley Children’s Health at Riley Hospital for Children on the IU Health campus near 10th Street and University Boulevard offers pediatric psychology and psychiatry. NAMI Greater Indianapolis hosts free peer-led support groups and classes across the city, including sites in neighborhoods like Broad Ripple and Irvington. Many providers offer telehealth and sliding-scale options; you can also dial 211 in Marion County for rapid referrals to local mental health resources.

Indianapolis Mental Health Crisis and Emergency Services

For immediate danger in Indianapolis, call 911; for suicidal thoughts or emotional distress, call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org , and dial 211 for local resources and shelters. 24/7 crisis/psychiatric assessment is available at Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center and the Eskenazi Health Emergency Department (near W 10th St/IUPUI), Ascension St. Vincent Stress Center (W 86th St/Naab Rd, northwest side), and Community Hospital North Behavioral Health Pavilion with the Community North ER (82nd St/Clearvista, northeast). Major ERs include Eskenazi Health (near downtown), IU Health Methodist Hospital (16th & Capitol), Riley Hospital for Children ER (IUPUI campus), Community Hospital East (E 16th St near Shadeland), Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis (W 86th St), and Franciscan Health Indianapolis  (South side near Emerson Ave/Stop 11). You can request a welfare check or a Crisis Intervention Team response by calling 911 and stating it’s a mental health crisis. IndyGo buses and the Red Line serve many hospitals; expect heavy traffic on I‑65, I‑70, and the I‑465 loop during 7–9 a.m. and 4–6:30 p.m., hospital parking is generally available, and facilities are ADA-accessible with interpreter services. 

Places to Relax and Recharge in Indianapolis 

Stroll the Indianapolis Cultural Trail or the Canal Walk downtown for low-pressure movement and people-watching that can reset a busy workday, especially for IUPUI students and downtown professionals. For deeper nature therapy, Eagle Creek Park’s wooded loops and water views offer quiet spaces to decompress, while White River State Park provides wide-open green lawns perfect for families and caregivers needing an easy reset close to the city. If you prefer calm, sensory-friendly spaces, the Garfield Park Conservatory and Newfields’ gardens give year-round greenery and gentle light ideal for mood boosts through the winter. Weekend runners and cyclists can take the Monon Trail from Broad Ripple to reconnect with community and routine, which supports consistency and stress reduction. If you’d like extra support, use MiResource to find licensed therapists in Indianapolis for both in-person and online care.

How MiResource Helps You Find a Therapist in Indianapolis

- Get matched to Indianapolis clinicians across IU Health, Eskenazi Midtown, Community, and St. Vincent, filtering by local insurance like Anthem, CareSource, MDwise, and Hoosier Healthwise.

- Find care close to home or work—search by neighborhoods like Broad Ripple, Fountain Square, or Irvington, sort along IndyGo Red Line stops, and see easy parking options downtown near Monument Circle.

- See real-time openings for same-week, evening, or weekend appointments near IUPUI and downtown, plus telehealth options across Marion County.

- Choose culturally responsive providers—LGBTQ+ affirming care near Mass Ave, Spanish-speaking clinicians in the International Marketplace area, and support for students at Butler, UIndy, and IUPUI.

Paying for Therapy in Indianapolis

Young adults and children under 26: You can usually stay on a parent’s plan until your 26th birthday. In Indianapolis, therapists commonly accept Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare/Optum, Aetna, and Cigna/Evernorth; most plans cover outpatient therapy and telehealth.

Working-age adults: Many Indianapolis employers—such as Eli Lilly and Company, IU Health, and Salesforce—offer coverage typically administered by Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, or Aetna (sometimes Cigna). Many local therapists are in network with these plans, including for virtual visits.

Seniors (65+): Eligible if you’re 65+ or have certain disabilities. Original Medicare (Part B) and Medicare Advantage plans in Indianapolis—often from Anthem, Humana, UnitedHealthcare/AARP, and Wellcare—generally cover outpatient mental health, therapy, psychiatry, and telehealth, subject to copays/deductibles.

MiResource’s insurance filters make it easy to find Indianapolis therapists who accept your insurance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What to Do in a Mental Health Emergency in Indianapolis?

If there’s immediate danger, call 911 and clearly state it’s a mental health crisis; if possible, request a CIT-trained officer. Otherwise, call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org, or use local 24/7 lines: Eskenazi Health Midtown Crisis at 317-880-8491, Community Health Network Behavioral Health at 317-621-5700, or Ascension St. Vincent Stress Center at 317-338-4800. You can also go to the nearest emergency department, such as Eskenazi Health ED (720 Eskenazi Ave), IU Health Methodist Hospital ED (1701 N Senate Blvd), Community Hospital North ED (7150 Clearvista Dr), or Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis ED (2001 W 86th St).

Does Health Insurance Cover Therapy in Indianapolis?

Most Indianapolis employer and marketplace plans cover outpatient therapy, often with $20–$40 in-network co-pays; HDHPs commonly require meeting a ~$1,500–$3,500 individual deductible before 10%–30% coinsurance. Common insurers include Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (IN), UnitedHealthcare/Optum, Aetna, Cigna, Humana, Medicare, and Indiana Medicaid plans like Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP), CareSource, MDwise, and MHS. Typical self-pay therapy sessions run about $100–$180. Always confirm your plan’s details and use MiResource’s insurance filter to find in-network therapists in Indianapolis.

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

For many conditions, online therapy is about as effective as in-person care, offering convenience and privacy, while in-person sessions can feel more personal and are preferable for complex assessments or crises; both options are widely available in Indianapolis. Online care can help residents avoid rush-hour congestion on I-465, I-65, and I-70 and work around limited-frequency transit. For in-person visits, people often use IndyGo buses and BRT lines (Red Line and Purple Line), rideshare/taxis, or active options like Pacers Bikeshare and the Indianapolis Cultural Trail.

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

Volunteer or take facilitator training with NAMI Indiana and Mental Health America of Indiana (both based in Indianapolis) to support support-groups, advocacy, and education. Offer time or peer support with local providers like Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center, Adult & Child Health, and Community Health Network’s Gallahue Mental Health Services, or help youth- and grief-focused nonprofits such as Indiana Youth Group and Brooke’s Place. You can also plug into Marion County Public Health Department mental health initiatives and local coalitions/events to network and advocate.