CRIC is not a counseling agency but serves as a bridge to help you find the support you need. While we do not provide therapeutic services directly, we are committed to connecting you with trusted organizations that offer professional counseling, therapeutic support, and other valuable resources. Below, you’ll find a curated list of agencies and services we trust to provide compassionate and effective care. Whether you’re looking for individual counseling, family support, or specialized assistance, these resources are here to help.
Are you experiencing a life-threatening emergency?
CALL 911
Are you experiencing a mental health crisis?
CALL 988
For Clergy Seeking Support
Specialized resources are available for clergy dealing with mental health or addiction-related challenges. These organizations and individuals with experience working with clergy – can help identify local resources tailored to your needs.
David Shellenberger
St. John Vianney Center
President & CEO
(610) 269-2600 Work
(610) 960-1277 Mobile
[email protected]
151 Woodbine Rd.
Downingtown, PA 19335
Rev. Anna Terman-White
LMHP
(402) 334-3044 Work
+14022901044 Home
[email protected]
11911 Arbor St.
Omaha, NE 68144
Rev. Otto Schultz
LADC (Ret)
(402) 770-1974 Work
(402) 770-1974 Mobile
[email protected]
4626 Southwood Dr.
Lincoln, NE 68512
Rev. Dr. Justin Hannemann
GracePoint
(402) 614-6287 Work
[email protected]
https://www.relationalhealth.org/
General Information on Mental Health
Mental health is a vital part of overall well-being. If you’re seeking more information about mental health disorders, recovery options, or ongoing support, explore these trusted organizations. From comprehensive educational materials to hotlines offering immediate assistance, these resources empower you with knowledge and compassionate care.
Mental Health Disorders
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI):
nami.org | Call: 1-800-950-6264
Text: “Helpline” to 62640 | Email: [email protected]
Hours: Monday – Friday, 10 AM to 10 PM ET - National Institute on Mental Health:
nimh.nih.gov
Trauma and Sex Addiction
- International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP):
IITAP.com | P.O. Box 2112, Carefree, AZ 85377
Call: (480) 575-6853
Alcohol Use Disorder
- National Institute on Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse (NIAAA):
niaaa.nih.gov
Finding Help
Drug Use Disorder
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA):
nida.nih.gov
Mutual Support Groups
Mutual support groups provide connection and encouragement from others who understand your journey. Whether through traditional twelve-step programs or faith-based groups, these communities offer support, accountability, and hope for recovery.
Free and Non-Sectarian Twelve-Step Groups
- Al-Anon Family Groups
- Alcoholics Anonymous
- Nar-Anon Family Groups
- Narcotics Anonymous
- Overeaters Anonymous
- Sex Addicts Anonymous
- Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous
- Twelve-Step Group for Partners
Religiously Affiliated Support Groups
- Calix Society (Catholic)
- Celebrate Recovery (Protestant)
- Fellowship of Recovering Lutheran Clergy:
Email: [email protected] | Call: (651) 356-1073
Recommended Reading on Addiction and Recovery
Books can be a source of comfort and guidance during difficult times. Whether you are struggling with addiction, supporting a loved one, or seeking deeper understanding, the recommended readings here provide practical advice, inspirational stories, and evidence-based strategies. Each title offers unique insights into recovery, healing, and resilience.
For Those Struggling with Addictions
- Alcoholics Anonymous: The AA Big Book
By Bill Wilson and Dr. Robert Smith - Getting Sober: A Practical Guide to Making it Through the First 30 Days
By Kelly Madigan Erlandson - Narcotics Anonymous (6th Edition)
By Anonymous - Overcoming the Stigma of Addiction
By Clyde Mighells - Addiction: How We Get Stuck and Unstuck in Compulsive Patterns & Behavior
By Robert P. Vande Kappelle
For Family and Friends
- Family Strategies: Practical Tools for Professionals Treating Families Impacted by Addiction
By Dr. Claudia Black - How Al-Anon Works for Families & Friends of Alcoholics
By Al-Anon - Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself
By Melodie Beatie - Addict in the House: A No-Nonsense Family Guide Through Addiction & Recovery
By Robin Barnett, EdD, LCSW
On Sex Addiction
- Facing the Shadow (Workbook) – By Patrick Carnes
- Sex Addiction Survival Guide (Workbook) – By Connie Lofgreen
- Mending a Shattered Heart (Workbook) – By Stephanie Carnes
- The Storm of Sexual Addiction – By Connie Lofgreen
- Rebuilding a Relationship After Sexual Betrayal – By Kevin Skinner