Resources
The following links are provided to give you additional online mental health care information and counseling resources:
Mental Health Organizations
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) (https://www.nami.org)
A leading grassroots organization providing education, advocacy, and support for individuals with mental health conditions.
- Mental Health America (MHA) (https://www.mhanational.org)
Offers resources, screening tools, and information on mental health conditions and advocacy initiatives.
- American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) (https://www.aamft.org)
A professional organization for marriage and family therapists, providing resources and support for practitioners and clients.
- Psychology Today (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us)
A comprehensive directory of therapists, articles on mental health topics, and blog posts from mental health professionals.
Crisis Support
National Domestic Violence Hotline (https://www.thehotline.org)
A 24/7 resource for individuals affected by domestic violence, offering support and resources.
- Crisis Text Line (https://www.crisistextline.org)
A free, 24/7 text line for individuals in crisis, providing immediate support.
- SAMHSA’s National Helpline (https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline)
A confidential, free, 24-hour information service for individuals and families facing mental health or substance use issues.
Therapy & Self-Help Tools
- Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) (https://www.aa.org)
A global fellowship supporting individuals struggling with alcoholism.
- GoodTherapy.org (https://www.goodtherapy.org)
A resource for finding therapists and learning about various therapeutic approaches.
- Verywell Mind (https://www.verywellmind.com)
Provides articles on mental health, wellness, and relationships, with evidence-based information.
- Headspace (https://www.headspace.com)
A meditation and mindfulness app designed to reduce stress and improve mental well-being.
- Calm (https://www.calm.com)
An app focusing on meditation, sleep, and relaxation techniques.
Podcasts
- Therapy Chat (https://www.therapychatpodcast.com)
- The Trauma Therapist Podcast (https://www.traumatherapistnetwork.com/podcast/)
- Unlocking Us with Brené Brown (https://brenebrown.com/podcast-show/unlocking-us/)
- The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos (https://www.happinesslab.fm)
Specialized Support
- The Trevor Project (https://www.thetrevorproject.org)
A national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth.
- Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Resources (https://www.umassmed.edu/cfm/mindfulness-based-programs/mbsr-courses/)
Offerings for courses and resources on mindfulness practices.