There are hundreds of wonderful websites, resources, and anchors in this world. These are just a few to get you started.
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988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or Text: 988
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741 741
The Trevor Project (LGBTQ)
1-866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline
US: (877) 565-8860
Canada: (877) 330-6366
Veteran’s Crisis Line
Dial: 988 then Press 1
or Text: 838255
Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN)
1-800-656-4673
24-hour Chat: online.rainn.org
24-hour Chat (Español): ohl.rainn.org/es/
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CULTURALLY COMPETENT CARE
Asian Mental Health Collective
Provides a directory of therapists, mental health resources, and financial aid for therapy to Asian communities
Melanin & Mental Health
Therapy directory specifically aimed at Black and Latinx communities
National Queer + Trans Therapists of Color Network
Mental health directory for queer and trans BIPOC people, aiming to connect them with therapists who prioritize healing justice values
Therapy for Black Girls
An online space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls
Therapy for Black Men
Provides proactive, multiculturally competent care to Black men
Therapy for Latinx
Connects Latinx individuals with therapists who understand their cultural background
We R Native
Comprehensive health resource for Native youth
National Deaf Therapy
Directory that provides ASL therapists for deaf individuals
The Steve Fund
Resource for educators, caregivers, and students to support the emotional well-being of young people of color
Additional BIPOC Mental Health Resources
Call or Text: 988
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741 741
The Trevor Project (LGBTQ)
1-866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline
US: (877) 565-8860
Canada: (877) 330-6366
Veteran’s Crisis Line
Dial: 988 then Press 1
or Text: 838255
Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN)
1-800-656-4673
24-hour Chat: online.rainn.org
24-hour Chat (Español): ohl.rainn.org/es/
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Additional Resources
CULTURALLY COMPETENT CARE
Asian Mental Health Collective
Provides a directory of therapists, mental health resources, and financial aid for therapy to Asian communities
Melanin & Mental Health
Therapy directory specifically aimed at Black and Latinx communities
National Queer + Trans Therapists of Color Network
Mental health directory for queer and trans BIPOC people, aiming to connect them with therapists who prioritize healing justice values
Therapy for Black Girls
An online space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls
Therapy for Black Men
Provides proactive, multiculturally competent care to Black men
Therapy for Latinx
Connects Latinx individuals with therapists who understand their cultural background
We R Native
Comprehensive health resource for Native youth
National Deaf Therapy
Directory that provides ASL therapists for deaf individuals
The Steve Fund
Resource for educators, caregivers, and students to support the emotional well-being of young people of color
Additional BIPOC Mental Health Resources
Find A Helpline (Global Directory)
988 Lifeline Resource Collection
NAMI - Teen and Young Adult Resource Directory
Inclusive Therapist Finder
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LGBTQ+
The Trevor Project
1-866-488-7386
Provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ youth through phone, text, and chat
Trans Lifeline
US: (877) 565-8860
Canada: (877) 330-6366
Hotline staffed by transgender people for transgender people
It Gets Better Project
Provides crisis intervention and educational resources to LGBTQ+ youth
Hope In A Box
Interactive directory of one hundred LGBTQ-inclusive books for all ages
The Trevor Project - Coming Out Handbook
A handbook for LGBTQ+ people to help navigate questions about identity
LGBT and ALL
Directory of LGBTQ+ friendly mental health professionals
LGBT National Help Center
Free peer support, online chat, and resources for the LGBTQ+ community
VETERANS
Veteran’s Crisis Line
Dial: 988 then Press 1
or Text: 838255
SAMHSA’s National Helpline
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Make the Connection
Provides resources for veterans and their families + offers videos, stories, and podcasts about mental health and recovery
VA Mental Health
VA’s repository of mental health and suicide prevention resources and information
Military One Source
Provides information to service members and includes resources for counseling, financial advice, and relocation assistance
Veteran Self-Check Quiz
Take a confidential, anonymous risk assessment to see if stress/depression might be affecting you
988 Lifeline Resource Collection
NAMI - Teen and Young Adult Resource Directory
Inclusive Therapist Finder
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LGBTQ+
The Trevor Project
1-866-488-7386
Provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ youth through phone, text, and chat
Trans Lifeline
US: (877) 565-8860
Canada: (877) 330-6366
Hotline staffed by transgender people for transgender people
It Gets Better Project
Provides crisis intervention and educational resources to LGBTQ+ youth
Hope In A Box
Interactive directory of one hundred LGBTQ-inclusive books for all ages
The Trevor Project - Coming Out Handbook
A handbook for LGBTQ+ people to help navigate questions about identity
LGBT and ALL
Directory of LGBTQ+ friendly mental health professionals
LGBT National Help Center
Free peer support, online chat, and resources for the LGBTQ+ community
VETERANS
Veteran’s Crisis Line
Dial: 988 then Press 1
or Text: 838255
SAMHSA’s National Helpline
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Make the Connection
Provides resources for veterans and their families + offers videos, stories, and podcasts about mental health and recovery
VA Mental Health
VA’s repository of mental health and suicide prevention resources and information
Military One Source
Provides information to service members and includes resources for counseling, financial advice, and relocation assistance
Veteran Self-Check Quiz
Take a confidential, anonymous risk assessment to see if stress/depression might be affecting you
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FU, Penguin
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911 AND ANY LOCAL EMERGENCY ROOM ARE ALSO GREAT RESOURCES IN TIMES OF CRISIS
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