FREE Therapy for Men in the 32209 Community
Supporting Men’s Mental Wellness: A Valuable Resource in Jacksonville
I wanted to take a moment to share an incredible resource available right here in Jacksonville for the men in the Northside of Jax: the Center for Men’s Mental Wellness at Jacksonville University.
As a therapist, I’m always on the lookout for services that can make mental health care more accessible and impactful. This center does just that, offering FREE counseling services to men ages 18 and older living in the 32209 zip code. Whether it’s in-person or virtual, this support is available to help men navigate challenges and live healthier, more fulfilling lives.
What They Offer:
The center provides support for:
Anxiety and depression
Parenting and relationship issues
Grief and loss
Trauma recovery
Substance abuse assessments
Men’s issues and anger management
Where to Go:
The center is located at the Emmett Reed Center:
📍 1093 W. 6th Street, STE 225, Jacksonville, FL 32209
And here’s the best part—there’s no charge for these services.
How to Start:
To make an appointment, just call or email Dr. LaTonya Summers, Program Director:
📞 904-256-7558
📧 lsummer@ju.edu
Information and Expectations
NO FEES are charged for services.
Because Jacksonville University is a clinical training site, they will ask your permission to audio/video record the sessions in order to provide feedback to the counselors from the counseling team and provide you with the highest quality service. You will NOT be recorded, only the counselor. Our policy is to erase all session videos after one year from the completion of the counseling relationship.
Videotaping and live supervision allow for observing and consulting with training faculty to provide effective counseling.
JU’s team consultation approach allows for added feedback given to your counselor(s) as they work with you in session.
You’ll be asked to complete a few forms when you begin, and at the end of the semester with them. This information will be used to better understand what you’re bringing to them and discover ways they might be more effective in helping others.
Clients are asked to sign a form acknowledging their agreement to participate as clinic clients.
They ask that you keep your scheduled appointments. If you are unable to keep an appointment, please call them. If you need to cancel, they ask you give at least 24 hours notice.
Missing appointments without calling and more than 2 cancellations may result in termination of services.
You can expect that any information shared will be considered confidential with exceptions provided by law. They place a high value on what you share.
We All Deserve Support
As a therapist here in Jacksonville, I believe in the importance of accessible care for everyone, and I’m so glad to see this center serving the men in our community. If you know someone who’s been struggling, gently encourage them to reach out. There’s no shame in seeking support—it’s a sign of strength and hope.
Feel free to share this information. Let’s keep building a healthier, more connected Jacksonville, one step at a time.
Take care,
Khalliah
P.S. If you ever have questions about this service or need help finding the right support for yourself or a loved one, I’m always here to connect you with resources.
