North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), located at 306 North Wilmington Street in Raleigh, North Carolina, serves as the state’s leading agency for mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use services. NCDHHS provides a broad spectrum of programs that empower North Carolinians to achieve healthier, safer, and more self-directed lives. By offering prevention initiatives, crisis support, community-based treatment, and recovery-focused services, the agency addresses the diverse needs of children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout the state. Services include both virtual and in-person therapy, crisis intervention, and specialized programs for intellectual and developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injury, and problem gambling.

NCDHHS emphasizes accessibility and equity in behavioral health care, offering 24/7 crisis support through the 988 helpline, virtual therapy for teens through partnerships like Talkspace, and numerous statewide campaigns such as Unshame NC to reduce stigma around mental health and substance use. The agency also collaborates with local providers and community partners to deliver evidence-based care, training for professionals, and supportive services that promote long-term recovery, wellness, and community integration. By combining clinical expertise with outreach and education, NCDHHS ensures that individuals across North Carolina can access the resources they need to maintain stability, independence, and overall well-being.