Mental Health Services - The Olympia Free Clinic
Behavioral Health • Olympia, WA
About
Summary: - The Olympia Free Clinic is a volunteer-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Olympia, WA that provides medical, mental health, and specialty care to uninsured and underinsured adults at no cost. - Services emphasize accessible, high-quality care in a respectful environment and connecting patients with additional community resources. - Location: HQ at 520 Lilly Rd NE, Olympia, WA 98506 (also has a PO Box in Olympia) with two offices listed in Olympia. - Leadership: Executive Director Morgan Jade; small workforce (about 4 employees) with a focus on medical, administrative, and general management roles. - Target for mental health: Mental health services are included among the free Care offerings for eligible adults. If you’re seeking mental health services, this clinic positions itself as free access for uninsured/underinsured adults, potentially including counseling, psychiatry, or related mental health support as part of its free-care model. Contact the clinic at (360) 890-4074 or visit their site for current programs and eligibility.
Clinic Type
Behavioral Health
Address
Not specified on this page
Phone
360-890-4074
clinic@theolympiafreeclinic.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Telehealth
Yes (remote sessions available)
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Free/no cost to patient
Languages Spoken
FAQs
What mental health services are offered?
Mental health therapy and psychiatric care, with the Mental Health Access Program offering 4-8 counseling sessions of 50 minutes each.
What mental health services are provided?
We provide high-quality mental health care services at no cost to the patient, including mental health therapy and psychiatric care.
How many counseling sessions are provided through the Mental Health Access Program?
4-8 counseling sessions that last 50 minutes each.
Who leads the private therapy sessions?
Licensed mental health professionals (LMHCs, LMFTs, LICSWs, and PhDs).
Are therapy sessions by appointment, and can patients expect to see the same therapist?
Yes, sessions are by appointment and they aim to schedule you with the same therapist for all sessions.
When are therapy sessions available?
Sessions are available on Tuesday nights in-person.
Is there an intake prior to counseling?
Yes, there is a brief intake call to assess needs and fit before scheduling counseling.
What does psychiatric care involve?
Psychiatric care involves prescribing and monitoring psychiatric medication, with a set number of sessions based on patient needs, in person or remotely.
Who provides psychiatric care?
MDs, PsyD, and psychiatric ARNPs.
What happens if longer-term mental health services are required?
Staff will help connect you to appropriate community resources while you are seen by providers.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Google/Third-party directories: Mixed ratings, with specific examples ranging from 1/5 to 5/5 stars from online user-submitted reviews
Patients praise
- Accessible, no-cost care for uninsured and underinsured individuals
- Caring and respectful environment provided by volunteers
- Efficient scheduling and communication for some patients
- Helpful resource navigation to connect patients to long-term care
Common complaints
- Some patients reported inconsistent care quality, particularly with volunteer staff
- Concerns about wait times and the nature of short-term services
- Potential for paperwork errors or delays in processing
"Had a great experience here recently... Easy check-in, almost zero wait time, on-point diagnosis... Thank you Olympia Free Clinic for all that you do!"
— Google user review via third-party directory"The first visit with their volunteer doctor was great... The second visit with their volunteer physical therapist was awful. His advice caused more issues and pain... You pay nothing for nothing good for sure."
— Google user review via third-party directorySynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Crisis Clinic of Thurston and Mason Counties reintroduces itself to the community | Nisqually Valley News — Mar 16, 2026
- Reducing harm among the vulnerable | The JOLT News Organization, a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit — Nov 4, 2025
- New response team launched for behavioral health crisis situations in Tumwater | The JOLT News Organization, a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit — Oct 14, 2025
- Michelle Rolen - Mental Health Counselor Specialist in Olympia, WA — Jun 11, 2026
- Thurston County Releases 2025 Community Health Assessment Report - ThurstonTalk — May 22, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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