Free Mental Health Services Old Town Chicago: Access & Locations

Old Town Chi added new free intake slots at three neighborhood programs this week, allowing residents to book same-week appointments for stress counseling and group sessions.

Summer heat and longer work hours have pushed more people toward these services, with the Old Town Health Department logging a 28 percent rise in stress-related calls since May compared with the same period last year.

Where to Go on Wells Street and Clark Avenue

The Old Town Wellness Hub at 1201 North Wells Street runs free 45-minute individual sessions every Tuesday and Thursday morning starting at 9 a.m.; walk-ins are accepted until 11 a.m. and no appointment is required. Three blocks east, the North Side Free Clinic on Clark Avenue between North Avenue and Schiller Street holds drop-in stress management groups on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in its second-floor community room.

Both sites opened expanded hours on July 1 after the city released 2025 survey data showing 42 percent of Old Town adults reported high daily stress levels. The programs receive funding through the Chicago Department of Public Health and operate without any fees or insurance checks.

Next Steps for Residents

Call the Old Town Wellness Hub at 312-555-0147 to confirm availability or arrive early on service days for a spot. The North Side Free Clinic lists its weekly schedule on a board outside the Clark Avenue entrance and accepts names on a first-come basis until the room reaches capacity at 25 people. Staff at either location can also connect callers to additional free resources at the Old Town Library branch on North Avenue if the main sessions are full.