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Text HERO to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor. Free and confidential support, 24/7, for everyone who needs it.
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.
Nationwide network with local and state affiliates offering support groups and classes dealing with mental illness for individuals, families, veterans, and students.
Several resources to find out more info or get help if you or a loved one is experiencing mental health problems.
ADAA works to prevent, cure, and treat anxiety disorders and depression.
Provides a wide variety of resources and information catered to parents with adolescent children struggling with mental health.
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.
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.
Texas Health and Human Services offers mental health and substance use services for families and people of all ages.
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For those experiencing grief or loss after the passing of a loved one.
ACA offers the following resources for counselors and the public to aid in the processing of grief and loss.
800-347-6647
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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A nationally recognized treatment approach, network, and education base committed to helping to end self-injurious behavior.
800-DONT CUT
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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Referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.
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.
NIDA provides links to information for parents, teens, health professionals, teachers and others about various drug use problems.
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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
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.
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.
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.
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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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)
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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Search for therapists, teletherapy, psychiatrists, treatment centers, or support groups in your area. Customizable search options.
Licensed therapists online and in-person. Available to search by location.
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.
Find trusted, culturally competent therapists in your community that can help navigate being a strong, Black woman. In office and virtual options.
California based and virtual directory of QTOC.
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.
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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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.
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.
The National Alliance for Eating Disorders provides free, weekly, clinician-led eating
disorder support groups. Virtual options and in-person options in select locations.
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.
Trans Lifeline connects trans people to the community support and resources we need to survive and thrive.
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