GENERAL MENTAL HEALTH

  • THE BIG SILENCE BLOG

    Offering advice and helpful information on hundreds of topics related to mental health and overall wellness. Find your expert tips for self-development solutions on The Big Silence blog.

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  • BETTERHELP

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  • CONNECT WITH A CRISIS COUNSELOR

    Text HELLO to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor. Free and confidential support, 24/7, for everyone who needs it.

  • 988 LIFELINE

    988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), and is now active across the United States.

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  • NAMI: NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS

    Nationwide network with local and state affiliates offering support groups and classes dealing with mental illness for individuals, families, veterans, and students.

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  • MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID

    Several resources to find out more info or get help if you or a loved one is experiencing mental health problems.

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  • ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA

    ADAA works to prevent, cure, and treat anxiety disorders and depression.

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  • FOCUS ADOLESCENT SERVICES

    Provides a wide variety of resources and information catered to parents with adolescent children struggling with mental health.

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  • HEALTHY PLACE

    Comprehensive, authoritative information on psychological disorders, psychiatric medications, and other mental health treatments. Mental health information from experts, as well as everyday people who are dealing with psychological disorders.

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  • INSPIRING CHILDREN

    Jewel’s Inspiring Children Foundation has been empowering children struggling with financial hardship, anxiety, depression and suicidal ideation by giving them the ultimate environment to survive, then thrive at the highest levels.

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  • TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

    Texas Health and Human Services offers mental health and substance use services for families and people of all ages.

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GRIEF AND LOSS

  • LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPT OF MENTAL HEALTH

    For those experiencing grief or loss after the passing of a loved one.

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  • AMERICAN COUNSELING ASSOCIATION

    ACA offers the following resources for counselors and the public to aid in the processing of grief and loss.

    800-347-6647

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  • COALITION TO SUPPORT GRIEVING STUDENTS

    Provides teachers with the information and practical advice they need to better understand and meet the needs of grieving kids in America’s classrooms.

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SELF-HARM AND SUICIDE

  • S.A.F.E. ALTERNATIVES: SELF ABUSE FINALLY ENDS

    A nationally recognized treatment approach, network, and education base committed to helping to end self-injurious behavior.

    800-DONT CUT

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  • AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION

    Compliation of suicide hotlines for a variety of communities, along with resources for those struggling with suicidal ideations and their loved ones.

    24/7 Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK

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SUBSTANCE MISUSE AND ADDICTION

  • SUBSTANCE ABUSE & MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

    Referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.

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  • START YOUR RECOVERY

    Works with leading experts in effectively treating substance use issues to offer people a single source of relatable, reliable information at any stage of their recovery journey.

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  • NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON DRUG ABUSE

    NIDA provides links to information for parents, teens, health professionals, teachers and others about various drug use problems.

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DOMESTIC ABUSE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT

  • NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE

    24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse.  

    1-800-799-SAFE or text START to 88788

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  • RAINN: RAPE, ABUSE, AND INCEST NATIONAL NETWORK

    The nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization that works in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country and also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice.

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  • ANTI-VIOLENCE PROJECT

    The Anti-Violence Project offers free, bilingual (English/Spanish), 24-hour, 365-day-a-year crisis intervention and support to LGBTQ+ survivors, as well as HIV-affected survivors of any type of violence.

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  • MALE SURVIVOR

    Resources and a network of tens of thousands of men committed to preventing, healing, and eliminating all forms of sexual victimization of boys and men through support, treatment, research, education, advocacy, and activism.

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  • STRONGHEARTS NATIVE HELPLINE

    StrongHearts Native Helpline
    1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483)
    is a 24/7 safe, confidential and anonymous domestic, dating and sexual violence helpline for Native Americans and Alaska Natives, offering culturally-appropriate support and advocacy.

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EATING DISORDERS

  • NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR EATING DISORDERS

    The Alliance provides referrals, education, and support for individuals experiencing eating disorders and their loved ones. FREE HELPLINE +1 (866) 662-1235

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  • NATIONAL EATING DISORDERS ASSOCIATION

    NEDA supports individuals and families affected by eating disorders, and serves as a catalyst for prevention, cures and access to quality care. 

    800-931-2237 (call and text)

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  • EATING DISORDER HOPE

    An online community that offers resources, education, support, and inspiration to those struggling with a myriad of disordered eating behavior and seeks to offer help and support to the sufferer and also the family members in order to become better informed and proactive in their efforts to help their loved one.

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FIND A COUNSELOR OR THERAPIST

  • THERAPY FOR ALL

    Therapy for All is a fund through The Big Silence Foundation to help make 1:1 talk therapy more accessible.

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  • BETTERHELP

    Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/thebigsilence and enjoy a special discount on your first month.

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  • PSYCHOLOGY TODAY

    Search for therapists, teletherapy, psychiatrists, treatment centers, or support groups in your area. Customizable search options. 

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  • THERAVIVE

    Licensed therapists online and in-person. Available to search by location.

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  • ADAA THERAPIST DIRECTORY

    The licensed mental health providers listed in this directory specialize in anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and related disorders. Providers include psychologies, psychiatrists, clinical social workers, and other mental health professionals.

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  • THERAPY FOR BLACK GIRLS

    Find trusted, culturally competent therapists in your community that can help navigate being a strong, Black woman. In office and virtual options.

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  • LGBTQ PSYCHOTHERAPISTS OF COLOR DIRECTORY

    California based and virtual directory of QTOC.

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  • ASIANS FOR MENTAL HEALTH DIRECTORY

    Asians for Mental Health is a directory of Asian and Pacific Islander therapists created by Dr. Jenny Wang to help Asians feel seen, heard, and empowered in their journeys towards better mental health.

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  • SOUTH ASIAN THERAPISTS

    Here you can find culturally competent South Asian mental health professionals to help you get the support you’re looking for.

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SUPPORT GROUPS

  • DEPRESSION AND BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE

    DBSA online support groups give people living with depression and
    bipolar disorder a safe, welcoming place to share experiences, discuss
    coping skills, and offer each other hope.

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  • AFSP HEALING CONVERSATIONS

    The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention offers this program which gives survivors of suicide loss the opportunity to speak with volunteers, who are themselves loss survivors.

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  • EATING DISORDER SUPPORT GROUPS

    The National Alliance for Eating Disorders provides free, weekly, clinician-led eating disorder support groups. Virtual options and in-person options in select locations.

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  • TEEN LINE

    Teen Line provides support, resources, and hope to young people through a hotline of professionally trained teen counselors. Call, text, or email with us. We are here to listen.

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  • TRANS LIFELINE

    Trans Lifeline connects trans people to the community support and resources we need to survive and thrive.

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MORE FROM THE BIG SILENCE

We are here to break the silence, to be a resource and to support a cultural change in mental health.

  • THERAPY FOR ALL

  • CORPORATE WELLNESS

  • LIVE EVENTS

  • SPEAKING & ADVOCACY

Therapy for All makes 1:1 talk therapy accessible to those who need assistance with a robust network of mental health professionals.

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Mental health is a non-negotiable benefit, and with our Corporate Wellness initiative we help employers educate, attract, and retain their top talent. Together we work to change the stigma and ensure a culture of empowerment, growth, and mental wellness.

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Our live events provide a welcoming and accepting environment and bring communities together to “make mental health cool” with thought leaders, celebrities, therapists, personal stories, workouts, live music and performances, meditation, advanced therapeutic practices, and more to help people tune into their mental health landscape and navigate their mental health needs,

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As a mental health advocate Karena shares her own journey from hopelessness to healing, and her knowledge and expertise as a leading mental health advocate with a decade of experience through partnerships with NAMI, other organizations, schools, and educational institutions.

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