If You Are Experiencing A Mental Health Crisis
Please Call The National Mental Health Hotline: 988
Or Call: 866-866-6505
Line is Available 24 Hours A Day, 7 Days A Week
Welcome to Community Counseling Services!
We provide quality, affordable, consumer-oriented, comprehensive behavioral health services. Our culturally sensitive, community-based services will work through appropriate inter-agency collaboration to enable our clients to attain their highest level of individual and family functioning in the least restrictive environment.
About Us
The Community Mental Health Centers in Mississippi were formed as a result of the Federal Community Mental Health Centers Act of 1963, mandating community access to mental health care.
The Mississippi State Legislature passed the Regional Commission Act of 1972 to organize its own community mental health centers. The state is divided into 14 mental health regions according to population. Community Counseling Services (CCS), serving one of those regions, is officially known as Region VII Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities Commission.
The Board of Supervisors in each county we serve appoints a Mental Health Commissioner to act as a representative of that county on the Community Counseling Services' governing board for four years.
Community Counseling Services is a 501(c)3 public non-profit agency licensed and partially funded by the Mississippi State Department of Mental Health. We receive no direct appropriation from the state budget.
How to get help
If you are in need of services:
You will need to schedule an intake with the office of the county you reside in. Information of the counties and offices can be found under the LOCATIONS section.
What you will need to bring with you for intake:
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State Issued Picture I.D.
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Proof of Household Income
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Social Security Card
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Insurance Cards
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Proof of Residence
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For Individuals Under the Age of 18
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Birth Certificate
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Proof of Guardianship/Custody Papers
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List of Current Medications
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For Individuals Coming from Inpatient Facilities
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Proof of Discharge from Previous Facility
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How much will intake cost?
The intake fee is determined based on source of income and applicable insurance coverage. When contacting the appropriate county office to schedule intake, the intake fee will discussed at that time. Payment is expected at the time of service.
NOTICE TO PATIENTS
This practice serves all patients regardless of ability to pay.
Discounts for essential services are offered based on family size and income.
For more information, ask at the front desk or visit our website.
OUR SERVICES
CCS is a state-certified mental health service provider operating as a community mental health center. We offer a full range of services to both adults and children. Our services include:
Adult Mental Health
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Outpatient Therapy
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Community Support Services*
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Psychiatric/Physician Services
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Crisis Response Services
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Adult/Senior Psychosocial Rehabilitation*
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Inpatient Referral
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Pre-Evaluation Screening for Civil Commitment
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Peer Support Services*
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Targeted Case Management Services*
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Support for Recovery/Resiliency Oriented Services
Children and Youth Mental Health
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Day Treatment Services*
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Outpatient Therapy
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Community Support Services*
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Psychiatric/Physician Services
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Crisis Response Services
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Pre-Evaluation Screening for Civil Commitment (for youth age 14 and over)
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Making a Plan (MAP) Teams
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Targeted Case Management Services*
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Peer Support Services*
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Support for Recovery/Resiliency Oriented Services
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System of Care Services
Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Waiver Program
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Support Coordination
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Home and Community Supports
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In-Home Nursing Respite
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Day Services – Adult
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Prevocational Services
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Supported Employment & Job Discovery
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Shared Supported Living
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Host Homes
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Community Respite
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Crisis Support & Intervention
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Behavior Support
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Transition Assistance
Substance Use Disorder
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Outpatient Services
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Crisis Response Services
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Prevention Services
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Peer Support Services
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Support for Recovery/ Resiliency Oriented Services
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Primary Residential Services (adults)
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DUI Assessment Services
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Recovery Support Services
The Commitment Process in Mississippi:
Before filing an affidavit for commitment to a state hospital, we strongly encourage you to contact Community Counseling Services to learn about services, supports, and alternatives to the commitment process such as Mobile Crisis Response Teams, Crisis Stabilization Beds, and more. You can reach out to any of our outpatient offices and a member of our team will be available to help.
The process for both civil commitment and alcohol and drug commitment begins with filing an affidavit for civil commitment in the chancery clerk’s office where the person resides or is currently located. While you may pay a filing fee of up to $150, no attorney is required for this process. Click the links below to view a downloadable PDF that will guide you through the commitment process.
More Information Regarding Commitment in Mississippi:
Guide to the Alcohol and Drug Commitment Process in Mississippi
Other Information
Regarding Telehealth:
Many of our services can be accessed using Telehealth. Medicare & Medicaid rules now dictate that any Telehealth Services must include a video connection by both the clinician and the client. Please discuss with your clinician your ability to have a video connection. If you cannot connect via video, a face-to-face session must be made. Thank you for your understanding.
Region VII Board of Commissioners Meeting:
The Region VII Board of Commissioners meeting is held every 4th Tuesday of the month. We meet in the Administrative Building at 222 Mary Holmes Dr, West Point, MS 39773. The meeting is open to the public. Any questions can be directed to: Keenyn Wald, Clinical and Operations Director at 662-524-4347, ext. 8043.
Suicide Prevention: https://www.dmh.ms.gov/news/shatter-the-silence/
Mental Health Mississippi: https://mentalhealthms.com/
