Expert Support for your healing journey.
When things get tough to deal with alone, it helps to have Friends.
At Central Illinois Friends we understand that the clients we work with often have unique concerns when accessing support for mental healthcare. Our mental health services seek to empower our clients in their healing journey by providing uplifting professional and peer-led programming.
Transitional Psychiatry
Through a partnership with UICOMP, Central Illinois FRIENDS is able to offer free transitional psychiatric care with Dr. Thomas Boyd. This programs is designed to assist folks who have fallen out of care and are seeking support for short term psychiatric support.
This program seeks to reduce barriers in accessing care:
· Assisting clients navigating new mental health concerns
· Medication management
· Needing to be stabilized before being referred to long term care.
This program is designed for accessibility, ensuring everyone gets the support they deserve. Reclaim your mental wellness—enroll today and take the first step toward lasting healing.
Telehealth options are available by request, however, we do request initial intake be done in-person.
Funding for this program is made possible thanks to University of Illinois College of Medicine – Peoria, and Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago.
ACCESS Counseling Program
Central Illinois Friends is proud to offer completely free counseling for LGBTQ+ folks and their families through our partnership with Whole Life Solutions. This program allows us to provide much needed mental health support for those who are uninsured or who’s insurance may not cover counseling. For a full eligibility screening please contact our office at (309) 431-5880 and ask to speak to our health navigation office.
Appointments are offered in Peoria Tuesday – Friday and in Bloomington-Normal on Fridays. Telehealth options available.
We would like to give special thanks to the family of Alex Bartholomew whose donation to Central Illinois Friends made it possible for us to have the space for this program.
Funding for this program made possible thanks to the Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago.
Social & Support Groups
We understand that a part of any healing journey is finding a safe space to connect with peers and share our experiences. As part of our programming Friends offers counselor-led support groups for our clients to find connections outside of the clinical space.
For a full list of currently offered support groups, please see our ‘Events’ tab.