Mental Health Resources

Greater Minnesota Family Services

Greater Minnesota Family Services was founded with the goal of working together with the family, area schools and county agencies, to create a coordinated and effective service and supports for families.
 

School & Family Mental Health

Providing Services for Youth with a Mental Health Diagnosis                
The School Mental Health Program is an early intervention and education program that exists to support and promote the social, emotional, and mental well-being of school-aged children within the school setting. The goal is to help youth feel more competent, confident, and successful in school, at home, and with peers. Referrals can be made by contacting the SFMH counselor in your school, by contacting our main office at 2320 East Hwy 12, Suite 2, Willmar, MN 55355 or by phone at 320-214-9692.Online referral forms can be found at greaterminnesota.org.

Referrals are made by:

• Parent
• Teacher
• School Administrator
• Community Service Provider 

Our School & Family Mental Health Program Provides:

• Diagnostic Assessment and Treatment Planning
• Individual and Group Counseling
• Family Sessions Upon Request
• Skills Training that Focuses on Healthy Coping Skills, Managing Emotions, Conflict Resolution and Other Social skills
• Problem-Solving and Support for Anxiety, School Behaviors, Grief, Family Change, Crisis Assistance and Other Issues
• Resource and Information on Parenting Issues, School Concerns and Mental Health Information
• Summer Programming with Recreational, Social and Educational Activities
• Community Resource and Referral Information 

Greater Minnesota Family Services is licensed by the State of Minnesota as a Rule 29 Mental Health Clinic and CTSS Provider.

Greater Minnesota Family Services (Main Office)
2320 East Highway 12 • Suite 2 Willmar, MN 56201
Phone 320-214-9692 • Fax 320-214-9924  
 
Greater Minnesota Family Service SHELTER CARE (Youth residential mental health program)
Highway 40 West • 3619 SW 15th Ave. Willmar, MN 56201
Phone: 320-235-3664 • Fax 320-235-1671

Director: Teigan Hierlmaier      
Email: Thierlmaier@greaterminnesota.org