Wellmore Behavioral Health - Urgent Crisis Center

Wellmore Behavioral Health’s Urgent Crisis Center, located at 141 East Main Street in Waterbury, Connecticut, is a vital walk-in clinic offering immediate, compassionate mental health support for youth experiencing emotional or behavioral crises. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the center serves children and adolescents ages 4 to 18 (still in high school), providing crisis stabilization, mental health evaluations, medication assessments, and safety planning—all in a safe, outpatient setting that requires no appointment.

The center’s multidisciplinary team includes mental health clinicians, nurses, family support workers, and care coordinators, who collaborate with families and community providers to de-escalate crises and connect youth with appropriate ongoing care. Whether a child is struggling with suicidal thoughts, anxiety, substance use, or behavioral outbursts, the team works quickly to develop a thorough care plan, including personalized safety strategies and coordinated referrals to long-term support. The Urgent Crisis Center plays a critical role in promoting mental wellness and safety for youth and families throughout the greater Waterbury region.