CHRIS 180 helps children, adults and families who have experienced trauma change the direction of their lives to become more productive, self-sufficient members of the community.
Therapy & Counseling
Provides a wide range of therapies and counseling specialties.
School-Based Mental Health
Provides school-based mental health services for metro
Atlanta schools.
Certified Community Behavioral Health Center
Integrates physical and mental healthcare to provide trauma-informed behavioral health services and support systems.
Foster Care & Adoptions
Trauma-informed services for families and children during the fostering and adoption process.
Our Programs
We offer community support programs across counseling, substance abuse prevention, school-based services, early childhood mental health, foster care and adoptions, and housing.
Community Support
Foster Care & Adoptions
Therapy & Counseling
Family Support & Wraparound
Violence Prevention
Preventing Homelessness
Are you experiencing a crisis and seeking help now? We’re here for you.
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With your support, we have served, trained and supported more than 200,000 people on their journey to change the direction of their lives.
Embracing A Season of Change: CHRIS 180 President & CEO Announces Retirement
When I walked into the offices of CHRIS 180 (then Georgia CHARLEE) in 1987, I planned to stay for eight years until my daughter entered college, then I intended to return to private practice as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Â But within three months I knew that I...
Bridging Gaps, Building Futures: The Vital Role of School-Based Therapy
"You are Awesome! Thank you for sitting in on this teacher meeting and advocating for my child", are often words spoken from a parent to a CHRIS 180 school-based therapist. Advocating for students is only one small piece of what consumes the day of a school-based...
Fostering Hope: Your Complete Guide to Becoming a Foster Parent with CHRIS 180
Georgia's foster care program plays a crucial role in providing temporary homes for 11,000 children who cannot live with their biological families due to various circumstances. Foster parents can contribute to the well-being of these children through various avenues,...