Columbus Bar Task Force on Lawyer Physical and Mental Well-being
Mission
The CBA Mental Health and Wellness Task Force will work to help members identify “stressors” in their practice and personal lives, along with practice, lifestyle and other changes which may help mitigate those stressors. It will work to destigmatize efforts to identify and address these challenges, encourage help-seeking behaviors and facilitate access to them.
Immediate Help (Confidential)
Ohio Lawyers Assistance Program (OLAP)
If you or a colleague you know have mental, emotional or addiction concerns, contact the Ohio Lawyers Assistance Program (OLAP). Your confidentiality, and the confidentiality of anyone about whom you express concerns will be protected. Phone: 1-800-348-4343
RehabCenter.Net
An organization that connects people who are seeking treatment to the resources they need. They offer an extensive list of rehab programs and treatment facilities to choose from. They also have a library of educational articles on addiction and recovery, which can benefit residents both in the US and internationally. Phone: (866) 650-2452
The Alcohol, Drug Addiction & Mental Health Board of Franklin County
Phone: 614-224-1057
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Phone: 800-273-8255 (24-hour crisis hotline)
Franklin County Suicide Prevention Hotline
614-722-1800
Netcare Access (for adults in crisis)
614-276-2273
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Phone: 614-224-2700
NAMI Help in a Crisis
Text “NAMI” to 741741
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Phone: 1-877-726-4727
Ohio Department of Mental Health And Addiction Services
Phone: 614-466-2596
Central Ohio Group Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous
614-253-8501
https://aacentralohio.org
Narcotics Anonymous Meetings in Columbus, Ohio
https//addictionresource.com/na-meetings/Columbus-oh/
Free 24/7 Drug Rehab Helpline
888-430-2690
Additional Resources
Science Explains 9 Deficiencies That Create Mood Disorders and Mental Illness