Healing doesn't happen in isolation — and neither does finding your way to it. This page is for the thoughtful adult who wants to understand before they begin, or who is already in the work and looking for something more. Here you'll find our Blog, where we write honestly about mental health, nervous system regulation, and whole-person wellness; our Frequently Asked Questions, with clear answers about therapy, telehealth, and what to expect at WCCW; our Community Spotlight series, celebrating the people and organizations doing meaningful work across the Coastal Bend and beyond; local and community crisis resources and helplines for moments when you need support right now; and more. Whether you're researching, reflecting, or ready — there's something here for you.
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Honest writing on mental health, nervous system regulation, burnout, life transitions, and whole-person wellness.
Clear answers about starting therapy, telehealth, fees, confidentiality, and what to expect at WCCW.
Stories honoring the quiet, and meaningful moments in mental health work and life.
Curated video content on mental health, nervous system regulation, and whole-person wellness.
Two Minutes That Might Change How You See Yourself
These short non-clinical assessments were created to help you pause, reflect, and gain a little clarity. Each one takes about two minutes and gives you something honest to take with you.
INNER AWARENESS
A 2-minute self-reflection for anyone wondering if therapy might be the right next step. No wrong answers — just an invitation to notice.
FINANCIAL CAPACITY
Not sure what fits your situation? Our Green Bottle assessment helps you identify your fee tier with dignity and no judgment. 8 questions · About 2 minutes.
SECTION 1: FEDERAL & NATIONAL
Crisis, Helplines, & Warmlines
Free, confidential crisis support 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress. Call or Text: 988
Free 24/7 treatment referral for mental health and substance use disorders. Call: 1-800-662-4357
Free 24/7 text-based support from anywhere in the US. Contact: Text HOME to 741741
STATE - TEXAS
Statewide 24/7 line connecting Texans to mental health professionals.
Free 24/7 connection to food, housing, crisis counseling, and community services. Dial: 211 · 877-541-7905
Non-crisis peer support warmline for emotional support and connection.
Find your local mental health authority and 24/7 crisis services by county.
LOCAL - COASTAL BEND
24-hour local crisis line and Mobile Crisis Team for Nueces County. Crisis: 1-888-767-4493 · Main: 361-886-6900
Free peer-led support groups for individuals and families affected by mental illness. Call/Text: 361-510-6939
Crisis services for Aransas, Bee, Brooks, Duval, Jim Wells, and surrounding counties. Crisis: 1-800-841-6467
General counseling and community wellness support for Nueces County residents. Call: 361-814-2001
SECTION 2:
Women's Mental Health, DV & Shelters
Free confidential DV and sexual violence services across 12 South Texas counties. 24hr: 361-881-8888 ...................................................
A national advocacy and education organization dedicated to women’s health across every stage of life. Covers mental health, hormonal health and more.
National nonprofit providing shelter, support, and advocacy for DV survivors. Call 1-800-621-46373 ............................................................
24/7 confidential support, safety planning, and shelter referrals nationwide. Call: 800-799-7233
Statewide DV support — find local resources and safety planning across Texas. Call: 1-800-525-1978
Emergency shelter for pregnant women, single mothers, and children under 17. Call: 361-884-8500
The leading nonprofit dedicated to menopause education and research. Offers evidence-based resources on hormonal changes, mood, sleep, and cognitive health for women.
A peer-led community for women recovering from addiction, trauma, grief, burnout, and life transitions. Completely non-clinical. ..................................................
The Anxiety & Depression Association of America’s women’s resource hub covers anxiety, depression, PMS/PMDD, perinatal mood disorders, and more.
SECTION 3:
Perinatal & Postpartum
All-female OB/GYN physician team with over 30 years of comprehensive women's health care. Currently accepting all new patients. Call: 361-994-5454
Texas Licensed and Certified Professional Midwives offering complete prenatal, birth, and postpartum care in a warm and welcoming environment.
Comprehensive birth and postpartum doula support across Corpus Christi and greater South Texas. In-person and virtual sessions are available.
National Maternal MH Hotline
Free confidential 24/7 support for pregnant and postpartum individuals and all their families. Interpreter services are available in 60 languages.
Call: 1-833-852-6262
Leave a confidential message and a trained PSI volunteer will call you back very soon. Available in English and Spanish. Call: 1-800-944-4773
One of the most widely read resources written by and for mothers experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety. Real stories, information, & community.
Free 24/7 breastfeeding support from certified lactation consultants — available to any Texas mother with no enrollment required. Call: 855-550-6667
The leading national organization for perinatal mental health — education and resources that normalize what you are experiencing. What you are feeling has a name. Postpartum.net
Free home program with trained nurses supporting first-time moms in Nueces and San Patricio counties from pregnancy through baby's second birthday. Call: 361-882-2529
SECTION 4:
Men's Mental Health
MHA Warmline
Non-crisis peer support — a real conversation with someone who has been through experiences of their own and ready to hold space for yours.
Contact: Call: 1-817-546-7826 · M-F 9am-9pm CST
Free 24/7 text-based support from anywhere in the US. No phone call required. No minimum level of struggle. Contact: Text HOME to 741741
Mental health counseling, career workshops, and financial education. Serves men primarily ages 14 to 40 across Texas. ............ ..............
Evidence-based digital platform using humor to help working-age men tackle depression, anxiety, grief, substance use, and more. Built for the man who won't call a hotline.
Practical tools, self-checks, and real recovery stories specifically for men facing depression. No fluff — just what actually helps. ......... ...............
Global men's health organization with mental health resources, community connection, and ongoing research supporting men worldwide. ........... ..............
SECTION 5:
Grief & Loss
Weekly grief recovery support groups meeting at multiple Corpus Christi locations throughout the year. Find a group near you by zip code.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Free weekly grief support group meeting every Tuesday throughout the year. Open to anyone grieving — no faith requirement. 5830 Williams Dr · 361-991-7891
Free community grief support: peer groups, coping tools, and educational materials. Open to anyone navigating loss, not just hospice families.
National support for those who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. Online and in-person support groups, resources, and community available. 1-800-821-6819
CHRISTUS Spohn Hospice Bereavement
Community bereavement support open to anyone in the Coastal Bend — not just hospice families. Grief support available at no charge.
Contact: 361-994-3450 · 5151 Flynn Pkwy, Suite 608
Free support groups and resources for grieving children, teens, young adults, and the families and adults who support them. 503-775-5683 ......... ...............
Articles, podcasts, workbooks, and an online community created by mental health professionals — honoring all types of loss including ambiguous & anticipatory grief.
Free ongoing peer-based grief support for children, teens, and adults — in-person, virtual, individual, and group options across Texas. No clinical referral required. ........... ..............
Support groups, resources, and community specifically for those grieving a loss to suicide. .............................................................................................
SECTION 6:
Family & Parenting
School-based student and family support services throughout the Coastal Bend — connecting families to community resources, mentoring, and educational support. 361-887-0959
Family resource centers offering parenting education, referrals, and community support throughout the Coastal Bend. Services available in English and Spanish.
Support and resources for new and expectant parents navigating the emotional and physical demands of early parenthood. ...........................................
Research-based parenting tools, articles, and resources for parents of children birth through age three — covering development, behavior, sleep, and emotional health.
Family Lines — Parenting Helpline
Free telephone support and guidance for parents and caregivers navigating stress, conflict, and parenting challenges. No appointment needed. ..............
1-800-322-2588 ...............................................
Free interactive online program helping separated and divorced parents reduce conflict and support their children’s wellbeing through the transition. ......... ...............
Free developmental milestone resources, checklists, and tools for parents monitoring their child’s growth and emotional development from birth through age 5.
Free, clinically reviewed articles and guides for parents navigating children’s mental health, behavior, anxiety, and learning challenges........ ..............
Research-based tools and articles for parents looking to strengthen family connection, manage conflict, and support emotionally healthy children..........................................................................................
SECTION 7:
Veterans & Military
Corpus Christi Vet Center
Free readjustment counseling, bereavement support, and mental health services for combat veterans, active duty, and their families. Walk-ins welcome.
4646 Corona Dr, Suite 250 · 361-854-9961
Mental health care, PTSD treatment, substance use support, and crisis services for enrolled veterans throughout South Texas including Corpus Christi.
Free peer-to-peer mental health support and counseling navigation for Texas veterans and their families. Available statewide including the Coastal Bend.
Free, confidential crisis support for veterans, service members, and their families — available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by call, text, or chat. 988 press 1. Text 838255.
Free 24/7 confidential support for active duty, Guard, Reserve, and their families — covering mental health, relationships, finances, and deployment transitions..
Trusted educational resources, self-help tools, and treatment information for veterans and anyone living with PTSD. Includes the PTSD Coach app. ...............
Connects veterans and military families with mental health support and community resources. Network of volunteers and professionals committed to veteran wellbeing.
Resources, coaching, and peer support specifically for family members and caregivers of veterans — including respite care and the Program of Comprehensive Assistance......
Online community and advocacy network for women veterans navigating mental health, transition, identity, and the unique challenges of female military service.
SECTION 8:
Aging & Elderly
Agency on Aging of the Coastal Bend
Free services for adults 60 and older including caregiver support, peer counseling, education, support groups, and connections to community resources throughout the Coastal Bend.
Eight free senior centers throughout Corpus Christi offering socialization, wellness programs, activities, and community connection for adults 50 and older.
National Family Caregiver Support
Free education, training, peer counseling, support groups, and respite services for family members and caregivers of older adults in the Coastal Bend. Administered locally through the Area Agency on Aging. 361-883-3935
Free support, education, and care consultation for individuals and families navigating Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Available 24/7 in English and Spanish.
Free statewide resources supporting healthy aging in Texas — physical activity, nutrition, caregiver self-care, and peer support programs for adults 45 and older.
Educational tools and self-assessments focused on depression, isolation, grief, and mental wellness in older adults. Free and accessible online.
SECTION 9:
Teen Support
Free, confidential, 24/7 crisis support available by text from anywhere in the United States. A trained crisis counselor responds — no call required. Text HOME to 741741
Free nationwide peer support service providing information, resource referrals, and support to teens and young adults navigating mental health challenges. Text NAMI to 741741
Crisis intervention, peer support, and mental health education for LGBTQ+ young people under 25. TrevorSpace provides a safe online peer community. Text START to 678-678
Free, clinically reviewed articles and tools written specifically for teens — covering anxiety, depression, relationships, identity, and how to ask for help.
Free education program for parents and caregivers of young people experiencing mental health challenges. Led by parents with lived experience.
SECTION 10:
Substance Recovery
The Anchor Club — AA & NA
Local peer support center for alcohol and drug recovery — free AA and NA meetings using the 12-step approach. Open to men and women at any stage of recovery.
320 Anchor St, Corpus Christi · 361-992-8911
Free peer-led AA meetings throughout Corpus Christi and the Coastal Bend — multiple locations and times daily. Find a meeting near you by zip code.
Free peer-led NA meetings throughout the Coastal Bend for anyone navigating recovery from drug addiction. Find a local meeting by location or time.
Outpatient treatment for opioid use disorder including medication-assisted treatment, naloxone distribution, and peer recovery support services. CARF-accredited.
Free naloxone training and distribution, HIV and hepatitis C testing, peer support, and community health outreach serving the Coastal Bend.
Science-based peer support for anyone recovering from addiction to alcohol, drugs, or other behaviors. SMART offers free in-person and online meetings.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
These resources are here to support your journey — and so are we. If you’re ready to work with a counselor, we’d love to hear from you.
