Written by: JR Robinson

Led by professionals like Laurie Powell, MA LCSW, Alliance Healthcare Services has been a cornerstone of mental health support in Memphis for over four decades. Their commitment to promoting wellness and building mental health in the community is evident in their wide array of services:

• Outpatient Mental Health Services: Providing counseling, psychiatry, social services, housing, and peer support for adults, children, and families.
• Substance Use Treatment: Offering expert staff to guide individuals through recovery, including enhanced outpatient treatment and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).
• Crisis Services: Delivering a comprehensive crisis care continuum, including mobile crisis units, walk-in center, police diversion unit, 23-hour observation, social detox, Crisis Stabilization Unit, intensive respite, and medical detox.

The Critical Need in Memphis

As a not-for-profit organization, Alliance is the largest comprehensive behavioral health provider in Shelby County, serving over 22,000 residents annually. Their services are particularly crucial in Memphis, addressing significant mental health challenges in the community.

Comprehensive Care and Community Impact

Alliance Healthcare Services offers:

1. Accessible Services: Accepting TennCare, Medicare, and providing sliding scale fees
2. Broad Eligibility: Supporting children, adults, and seniors in need of mental health services
3. Multiple Locations: Serving the community through facilities like their Whitney Avenue and Winchester Road locations

Why Alliance Matters

The organization's approach goes beyond traditional healthcare. As one supporter noted, "Alliance is an agency who empowers their staff and clients to achieve their goals... They protect the dignity of those they serve."

With a mission to walk beside individuals on their mental health journey, Alliance Healthcare Services continues to be a critical resource for Memphis, offering hope, support, and comprehensive care to those in need.