Mental Health Association of Morris County

What Mental Health Association of Morris County does

Mental Health Association of Morris County (MHA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community mental health organization headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, and founded in 1950. It provides a comprehensive continuum of behavioral health services across Northern New Jersey, including counseling, substance use disorder treatment, family support, children's and adolescent services, senior in-home therapy, housing and homelessness assistance (PATH), employment support, suicide prevention education, and legal mental health services. The organization also operates community-based programming such as Mental Health Urgent Care walk-in services, Community Wellness Centers in Parsippany and Newton, Mental Health First Aid training, and a Peer-to-Peer Support Line.

MHA's service platform is anchored by its 988 MCORT (Mobile Crisis Outreach Response Teams) program, which provides in-person mobile crisis intervention dispatched through the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline across Essex and Hudson Counties, and by the NJ4S school-based student support contract covering Morris and Sussex Counties. Co-Response and ARRIVE Together partnerships embed MHA clinicians alongside law enforcement for joint behavioral health crisis response. The organization holds CARF accreditation for its mental health and substance use disorder programs and operates under a stated 'No one is turned away' policy that makes services accessible regardless of ability to pay.

The organization is funded through a mix of government grants and contracts (PATH, NJ4S, MCORT), individual donations (including the President's Giving Society), and sliding-scale service fees. It served more than 20,000 consumers in the last fiscal year across nine physical office locations spanning Essex, Morris, Sussex, Passaic, and Hudson Counties, with 40+ programs and approximately 33 employees. MHA published a Strategic Plan covering 2025-2028 and celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2025.

Name

Mental Health Association of Morris County

Legal name

Mental Health Association of Morris County

Website

https://mhamorris.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1950

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mental Health Association of Morris County is a New Jersey nonprofit, founded in 1950, that delivers a comprehensive continuum of mental health, substance use, housing, crisis, and school-based services to 20,000+ consumers annually across five Northern New Jersey counties through 40+ programs and nine offices.

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Product category

Community Behavioral Health Services

NAICS

Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420), Child and Youth Services (62411), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Health, Prevention & Health Education (BPAGACAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Substance Use Disorder Prevention & Recovery Services (BPAGACAE), Youth Mental Health, Counseling & Wellbeing (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAK), Substance Use Recovery & Harm Reduction Support Services (BPAGAEAO), Behavioral Health & Substance Use Public Health Programs (BPAIAJAK)

Keywords

• Mental health services
• Behavioral health counseling
• Substance use treatment
• Crisis intervention services
• Community mental health

Headquarters

HQ city

Parsippany

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Grants and Contracts: MHA operates as a non-profit organization receiving government funding through grants such as the MCORT grant for Essex and Hudson Counties, PATH (Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness) funding, and NJ4S (New Jersey Statewide Student Support Services) contracts.
2. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Individual donations, President's Giving Society contributions, and community fundraising support operations. The organization operates a donation portal and hosts events like Legislative Breakfasts.
3. Sliding Scale Service Fees: Services provided on a sliding scale basis with stated policy that 'No one is turned away from MHA' due to inability to pay.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

A nonprofit community-based behavioral health organization founded in 1950 that provides a comprehensive continuum of mental health and substance use services across Northern New Jersey, including individual and group counseling, addiction treatment, 24/7 crisis intervention through the 988 MCORT mobile response program, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and community education, and specialty programs for children, seniors, and veterans.

Product overview

Mental Health Association of Morris County (MHA) is a nonprofit mental health services organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of behavioral health programs and community services. The organization operates as a multi-service provider with core clinical services (Counseling, Substance Use Disorder treatment, Mental Health Urgent Care, Day Programs), specialized population services (Children and Teens, Seniors, Family Support), crisis intervention programs (988 MCORT, Suicide Prevention), and community support programs (Community Wellness Centers, Peer-to-Peer Support, Social Clubs). With over 40 programs and 75+ years of service, MHA serves Northern New Jersey including Essex, Morris, Passaic, and Sussex Counties, having served 20,000+ consumers in the last fiscal year.

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• Individual Mental Health Counseling One-on-one outpatient mental health counseling provided to adults, children, and families experiencing emotional, behavioral, or psychiatric challenges.
• Group Therapy and Family Counseling Structured group psychotherapy and family-based counseling sessions designed to address interpersonal dynamics, coping skills, and shared recovery support.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment Outpatient and intensive treatment programs for individuals struggling with alcohol and drug addiction, including assessment, counseling, and recovery planning.
• 988 MCORT Mobile Crisis Response 24/7 mobile crisis response and dispatch service operating under the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, deploying trained teams to individuals experiencing mental health crises in Morris County, New Jersey.
• Supportive Housing Services Assisted housing and residential support programs for individuals with mental illness, helping them achieve stable, independent living in the community.
• Supported Employment Program Vocational rehabilitation and job coaching services that help individuals with mental health conditions find and maintain competitive employment.
• Prevention and Community Education Evidence-based prevention programs and community education initiatives designed to reduce stigma, build mental health literacy, and promote wellness across schools and community settings.
• School-Based Mental Health Services On-site counseling, prevention, and crisis support delivered directly within local school districts for students and their families.
• In-Home Behavioral Health Services Home-based therapeutic interventions and case management provided to individuals and families who cannot readily access clinic-based care.
• Community Wellness Centers Drop-in centers that provide peer support, socialization, and recovery-oriented programming for adults living with mental illness.
• Senior Mental Health Services Specialized counseling, outreach, and case management tailored to the mental health needs of older adults in Morris County.
• Veterans and Military Family Services Targeted behavioral health support, counseling, and resource navigation for veterans, active-duty service members, and their families.
• Children's Mental Health Services Age-appropriate therapeutic services for children and adolescents addressing emotional, behavioral, and developmental mental health needs.
• Mental Health First Aid Training Standardized certification training that teaches community members how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders.
• Case Management Services Coordinated care planning and linkage to community resources that help individuals with serious mental illness access housing, benefits, healthcare, and social supports.
• Peer Recovery Support Services Recovery-oriented support delivered by trained peer specialists with lived experience of mental health or substance use recovery.

Quantifiable outcome

• 88 individuals transitioned from street or shelter into permanent housing
• +3 more outcomes

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational crisis hotline partnership enabling MHA's MCORT (Mobile Crisis Outreach Response Teams) to be dispatched for in-person mental health crisis intervention across Essex and Hudson Counties. This is a core operational partnership integral to the organization's crisis response mission.
• NJ4S (New Jersey Statewide Student Support Services)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide partnership providing student mental health support services in Morris and Sussex Counties schools. MHA serves as the local service provider for this state-funded program.
• PATH (Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFederal grant program administered through New Jersey providing homelessness assistance services. MHA operates PATH programs in both Essex and Morris County, having assisted 88 individuals in transitioning to permanent housing.
• Seton Hall UniversityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia partnership featuring Seton Hall Men's Basketball Color Commentator Dave Popkin in mental health awareness interviews with MHA's Director of MCORT, Arielle Scarpelli, promoting mental health education and ending stigma.
• 40+ Service Providers at Project Homeless ConnectminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual collaborative event bringing together 40+ community providers to offer free services including health screenings, vaccinations, haircuts, clothing, food, and personal care products to over 100 homeless residents.
• ARRIVE Together InitiativecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-responder model partnership providing joint mental health and law enforcement response to behavioral health crises in the community.
• Co-Response InitiativecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmergency co-response team partnership enhancing mental health crisis intervention through collaborative partnerships with law enforcement and emergency services in South Orange and surrounding areas.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• CarePlus NJ: CarePlus NJ is a comprehensive behavioral health provider in Northern New Jersey offering outpatient mental health, substance use treatment, and crisis services similar to MHA's core portfolio, targeting overlapping consumer segments.
• Legacy Treatment Services: Legacy Treatment Services is a New Jersey behavioral health nonprofit providing mental health, substance use, and developmental disability services with similar mission-driven, community-based delivery to MHA.
• NewBridge Services: NewBridge Services is a New Jersey community mental health and social services nonprofit serving Morris and Passaic Counties — directly overlapping MHA's geographic footprint and offering comparable counseling, housing, and crisis programs to similar populations.
• CPC Behavioral Healthcare: CPC Behavioral Healthcare is a Monmouth County, NJ-based nonprofit mental health and addiction services provider serving similar populations with comparable outpatient, crisis, and prevention programs.
• Collaborative Support Programs of New Jersey: CSPNJ is a statewide peer-run mental health nonprofit offering housing, employment, and wellness services for individuals with mental illness. It competes for similar NJ government contracts and serves overlapping populations.
• Acenda Integrated Health: Acenda is a New Jersey integrated behavioral health and social services provider offering counseling, substance use treatment, and community programs comparable to MHA's full-continuum service model.

Broad incumbents

• Mental Health America: Mental Health America is the national umbrella nonprofit network addressing mental health and substance use conditions through advocacy, education, and affiliate services. MHA of Morris County is affiliated with this broader movement, operating as a local affiliate with similar mission and programming.
• NAMI New Jersey: NAMI NJ is the state chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, providing advocacy, support groups, and education for individuals and families affected by mental illness — overlapping mission with MHA's family support and community education programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/watch?v=QoDohpYmdQ8
• Facebookfacebook.com/MHAInspire
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mental-health-association-of-morris-county

Compliance1 record

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