About us

Our Commitment to You

Join us in continuing this legacy of care

Community Resource & Counseling Center is dedicated to providing compassionate, client‑centered mental health care. Our team is committed to meeting each person where they are, honoring their strengths, and supporting their unique path toward well‑being. We believe in creating a safe, respectful, and empowering environment where every individual feels heard, valued, and supported throughout their journey.

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Our Guiding Vision and Purpose

CRCC’s vision is to “help others get well, stay well, function, and thrive.” 

Our mission is to promote mental health and inspire hope in recovery by providing accessible, evidence‑based services, including outpatient counseling, case management, crisis support, and community education.

We work closely with community partners to enhance the quality of life for individuals throughout Ford County and the surrounding region.

The purpose of CRCC is the prevention and treatment of mental and emotional dysfunction. 

Public education concerning good mental health practices, mental illness and its effects on the individual and community, and resources will be provided on a regular basis in various forms throughout the community, which will: 

  • promote the dignity of every individual 

  • enhance a person’s individuality 

  • encourage the potential for independence

  • develop positive relationships within oneself, the family and the community

The Story Behind CRCC

Dr. John T. Wood, then Medical Director of the Champaign County Mental Health Clinic, spoke to the Lions Club in Paxton regarding mental health needs in Ford County.

A steering committee was formed and numerous informational meetings were held over the next few months to discuss the need for a mental health association in Ford County.

A nominating committee was selected on March 30, 1967. 

The committee consisted of seven persons representing the seven major areas of the county - Gibson City, Paxton, Melvin, Sibley, Roberts, Piper City, and Kempton/ Cabery. A Board of Directors was elected and the group voted to affiliate with the Illinois Association for Mental Health. The Ford County Mental Health Association was chartered on May 11, 1967 by the Illinois Association for Mental Health.

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Articles of Incorporation were filed with the Illinois Secretary of State's office in June of 1975, officially changing the name of the agency to Community Resource & Counseling Center, Inc.

The agency was formed as a not-for-profit corporation to operate a resource and counseling center, to provide and/or secure comprehensive social services, including mental health resources, to persons residing in Ford County and neighboring communities. Officers of the corporation were elected and installed and an executive director was hired to handle the day-to-day operations of the agency. Initially we started in a house, but over the years moved to accommodate the growing needs of the community.

CRCC moved to our current location in 1997. This is a 9,000-square-foot building located on Route 9 in Paxton, Illinois.

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Meet our team

Our current staff is numbered at 19, including 12 Master's level therapists, one community support specialist, an intake specialist and a psychiatric assistant.  In addition, a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) is available to the agency's clients two days a week.

Executive Leadership

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Support Staff

Our Guiding Philosophy & Principles

(CRCC) believes in the inherent worth and uniqueness of each individual. Each individual has value, dignity, and rights and should have the encouragement and opportunity to develop his or her full potential.

  • Right to Mental Health Care

    All human beings have a right to professional mental health care services.

  • Collaborative Service Delivery

    These services will be accomplished in cooperation with other local, state and federal agencies in accordance with evidence-informed practices.

  • Equal Access for All

    No one will be denied services because of age, gender, race, creed, religion, ethnic and national heritage, education, marital status, sexual orientation, financial status, or physical or emotional abilities.

  • Respect and Legal Rights

    The dignity of all clients will be recognized, and the client’s legal rights will be rigorously observed.

  • Recovery-Focused Care

    All treatment will be recovery oriented and directed toward enhancing a person’s individuality, potential for independence, quality of life, and inter-relationships with family and community, while making efforts to reduce the stigma of mental illness.

  • Prevention and Treatment Focus

    The focus will be on the prevention of disorders as well as treatment.

  • Community Awareness of Services

    CRCC will inform the community of the variety of programs and types of client services offered.

  • Reducing Mental Health Stigma

    CRCC will make efforts to alleviate the stigma of mental illness in the community regarding mental health services.

  • Financial Accountability

    Services will be provided in a financially efficient, accountable manner.

  • Board Governance

    CRCC, through its Board of Directors, will govern the exercise of these principles.

  • Staff Professional Development

    Staff members will enhance their professional growth through in-service training, continuing education, consultation, and other avenues.

Transforming Mental Health, One Life at a Time

CRCC drives measurable improvements in mental health by delivering accessible, evidence‑based services that reduce crises, increase stability, and support long‑term recovery. Through outpatient counseling, case management, crisis intervention, and community education, we expand access to care and strengthen early‑intervention pathways. Each year, our team helps more individuals achieve sustained wellness, collaborates with partners to close service gaps, and contributes to a healthier, more resilient Ford County and surrounding region.

Our mission is grounded in outcomes—improving quality of life, increasing community well‑being, and ensuring that effective mental health support is within reach for all.

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Building Community Well‑Being, Together

This is our call to unite individuals, families, and partners in strengthening the mental health of our region. By expanding access to quality care, supporting early intervention, and fostering resilience, we create a healthier community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. This shared effort ensures that well‑being isn’t just an individual goal—it’s a collective commitment that lifts the entire community.

Partner with us to expand the life‑changing services that empower individuals to heal and move forward with confidence.

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