Welcome

At Mental Health America of the Lowcountry we are committed to promoting mental health, helping prevent mental disorders and offering our clients pathways to continuous improvement that will ultimately enhance their lives.

“Dedicated to helping individuals navigate the healing path from mental illness to mental health”

– Thomas Insel, MD, former director of the National Institute of Mental Health

Wendey’s Story

Watch Wendey’s truly transformational story about her successful journey to recover mental illness. A story about one woman’s remarkable quest to escape her situation, better her life and both educate and inspire others.


Wendey Savage
Noted motivational speaker, poet and author
Former client of MHALC

Who We Are

Mental Health America of the Lowcountry (MHALC) and its programs have operated continuously since 1976. MHALC provides structured programs led by credentialed staff centered on helping its clients achieve their behavioral health treatment goals in our highly supportive environment. We are a registered provider with the state of South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. We are also credentialed by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitative Facilities (CARF) demonstrating that international standards of quality, value and optimal client-centered outcomes have been met.

Our Mission

The mission of MHALC and the group counseling programs we offer is to promote wellness and support to those with mental illness through advocacy, education, research and clinical service. We are committed to promoting mental health, helping prevent mental disorders and offering our clients pathways to continuous improvement that will ultimately enhance their lives. We strive to help people recover and to provide them with community, purpose, and a place to feel secure and supported.