Transforming Justice Through Treatment , Accountability, and Recovery
The Shelby County Mental Health Court Program is a problem-solving court designed to address the complex intersection of mental health, substance use disorders, and the criminal justice system. By diverting non-violent, justice-involved individuals away from incarceration and into structured, community-based treatment, the program promotes recovery, enhances public safety, and reduces the costly cycle of recidivism.
Court-Supervised Treatment
Individualized mental health and substance use treatment plans with regular judicial oversight and progress reviews.
Community Support
Access to comprehensive behavioral health services, housing stability, employment assistance, and life skills development.
Accountability & Recovery
Structured program balancing compassion with accountability, helping participants stabilize their lives while reducing repeat justice involvement.
We Are Here to Transform Lives
The Shelby County Mental Health Court Program responds to an urgent community need: overcrowded jails, limited access to behavioral health services, and repeated justice involvement among individuals whose primary challenges are untreated mental health and substance use disorders. Through collaboration, accountability, and evidence-based practices, we offer a humane and effective alternative to incarceration.
Our mission is to improve public safety and individual outcomes by addressing the underlying behavioral health needs of non-violent justice-involved individuals. We seek to reduce recidivism, promote long-term recovery, and connect participants to the treatment, services, and supports necessary for stable and productive lives.
By integrating the justice system with behavioral health care, housing resources, and employment support, the program fills a critical gap in services while ensuring accountability and judicial oversight.
Evidence-Based Approach
We use proven practices to support lasting recovery and stability.
Collaborative Partnership
Our success relies on collaboration among justice partners, treatment providers, and the community.
Comprehensive Support for Recovery and Accountability
The Mental Health Court Program provides a full spectrum of services designed to address the complex needs of participants while ensuring public safety and promoting lasting change.
Judicially Supervised Treatment
Court-monitored treatment programs with regular progress reviews, ensuring accountability while providing the structure needed for successful recovery.
Mental Health Services
Comprehensive mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment tailored to each participant's unique needs and circumstances.
Substance Use Treatment
Evidence-based substance use disorder treatment, including counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and recovery support services.
Taking Care of Justice-Involved Individuals with Compassion
Traditional incarceration often fails to address underlying mental health and substance use issues, leading to high rates of recidivism, increased public safety risks, escalating taxpayer costs, and poor long-term outcomes for individuals and families. The Shelby County Mental Health Court Program was developed to address these challenges through a structured alternative that prioritizes treatment, supervision, and recovery.
Our Vision
- Reduce jail overcrowding and incarceration-related costs
- Improve public safety through evidence-based intervention
- Strengthen collaboration between justice and behavioral health systems
Our Mission
- Address underlying behavioral health needs of participants
- Reduce recidivism through treatment and accountability
- Promote long-term recovery and community reintegration
You Need to Understand That Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Can Be Addressed
The Shelby County Mental Health Court Program offers hope, treatment, and a path forward for non-violent justice-involved individuals struggling with behavioral health challenges. Through compassion and accountability, we’re transforming lives and building a safer community.
Get Involved or Learn More
Whether you’re interested in program participation, community partnerships, volunteer opportunities, or simply want to learn more about our work, we welcome your inquiry.
Free consultation
901-222-3719
info@shelbycountymentalhealthcourt.org
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday - Sunday: Closed