Find Support to Work Through Life’s Challenges from Licensed Mental Health Professionals
Teamsters Local 988 recognizes the importance of mental health and wellness—both at work and in our communities. We are committed to making mental health resources and treatment readily accessible to all our members and their families.
You do not have to face these challenges alone. We are here to help you find a path forward toward greater peace of mind and a healthier, more fulfilling life.
The TeamCare Healthcare Plan offers a variety of mental health services to help members and their families find the care that best fits their needs. You are not expected to navigate the process alone.
Available services include:
- Adult & Child Psychotherapy
- Group Therapy
- School-Based Therapy
- Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
- Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS)
- Family-Based Mental Health Services
- Medication Management
- Psychological Testing
Common Mental Health Disorders
Mental health conditions can affect anyone.
Common disorders include:
- Anxiety / Generalized Anxiety (GAD)
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity (ADHD)
- Autism Spectrum (ASD)
- Bipolar Disorder
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Social Anxiety
- Alcoholism
- Drug or Substance Abuse & Addiction
Barriers to Getting Help
Nearly half of people experiencing a mental health disorder or crisis do not receive professional help or treatment. Barriers to timely care can include financial concerns, social stigma, difficulty finding qualified providers, long waits for appointments, time-consuming assessments, and the belief that they should be able to solve their problems on their own.
Asking for help is a sign of strength—not weakness.
Need Help Finding Care?
If you would like more information, need a list of providers in your area, or have questions about your benefits, contact your Teamsters Local 988 Benefits Coordinator, Marielly Ortiz, at (281) 560-2012.
Marielly works directly with TeamCare and can help you understand your benefits, answer questions, and connect you with appropriate resources.
Any information you share with her is kept strictly confidential.
Your Mental Health Matters
Mental health is just as important as physical health—on the job, at home, and in our communities.
Teamsters Local 988 is dedicated to continuing to support and improve the mental well-being of our members and their families.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health emergency, call or text 988 immediately to connect with a trained counselor through the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
You are not alone. Help is available.
Mental Health Care & Crisis Intervention Links
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Dial 988 for immediate support.
The 988 dialing code operates through what was formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. It is a network of over 200 locally operated and funded crisis centers around the country. The National 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential, one-on-one support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Trained counselors are available by call, text, and chat to provide compassionate, judgment-free support.
You deserve to be heard. Help is available whenever you need it.
Teamster R.O.A.D.S.
The Teamster R.O.A.D.S. program focuses on mental health awareness, addiction recovery, and early intervention. The program provides assistance and resources to Teamsters local unions and Health and Welfare plans to help make mental health and substance-use support more accessible, affordable, and effective for members.
R.O.A.D.S. provides:
- Confidential Care
- Early Intervention & Prevention
- Peer Support & Education
- Long-Term Recovery Support
All services are secure and protected. Teamster member privacy and dignity come first.
Charlie Health
CharlieHealth.com provides behavioral healthcare programs for children, teens, and adults experiencing serious mental health, substance use, and co-occurring conditions.
Its virtual Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) combine group therapy, individual therapy, and family therapy into personalized treatment plans.
Find Treatment
FindTreatment.gov is a confidential and anonymous resource for people seeking treatment for mental health and substance use disorders in the United States.