Cortland County Mental Health Department

Cortland County Mental Health Department is a mental health counselor in Cortland, NY, providing screening, assessment, and evidence-based interventions to reduce the impact of mental illness and substance abuse. The department offers services through its Children and Family Treatment and Support Services (CFTSS) program, which is certified by the New York State Office of Mental Health and serves children and youth under age 21 who are covered by Medicaid and have mental health or substance use needs. These services are delivered in locations that best support families and are available at no additional cost. The department also supports the Cortland County Local Services Plan, which guides mental health, substance use, and developmental disability services through community collaboration and data-driven planning.

The department operates from its physical location at 111 Port Watson St, situated on a main road in Cortland. It is located about a quarter mile from the Cortland County Court House, Courthouse Park, the County Office Building, the Cortland County Planning Department, and Randall Elementary School. These nearby landmarks include a courthouse, public park, government offices, and a school, reflecting the department’s integration within the civic and community infrastructure of the city.

The department is recognized for its commitment to providing accessible, community-based mental health care, particularly through its CFTSS program and its role in shaping local behavioral health services. It ensures that services are available regardless of a client’s ability to pay and emphasizes family-centered, individualized care. The department’s work is guided by state mandates and community input, supporting long-term well-being through coordinated, responsive services.

Cortland County Mental Health Department is a foundational provider of behavioral health services in Cortland, ensuring that residents have access to critical mental health resources within their own community.