General Mental health organizations

A large grassroots organization dedicated to raise awareness about mental health. Each year, we fight stigma, provide support, educate the public, and advocate for policies that help individuals and families affected by mental illness.

An online resource, and the world's largest network of licensed, accredited, and experienced counselors who can help you with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationships, trauma, grief, and more.

The Lifeline provides 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress and prevention and crisis resources.

For College Students

Features tools and other programs from The Jed Foundation to support emotional health on campus.

Campus therapist: Most college campuses have therapy services available to students that is included with the cost of tuition, so students can make appointments with no extra charge.

An online therapy service that uses secure video calls to connect with students. Registration is free.

Local YMCAs offer low-cost behavioral and mental health counseling for individuals.

MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH

A 24/7 text and call line for those struggling with postpartum depression, stress and anxiety. Though not for emergencies, PSI offers many resources including training and information regarding mental health disorders.

A voluntary organization dedicated to perinatal health issues from preconception through infancy through fostering optimal perinatal care by promoting education, supporting research, influencing national priorities, and encouraging collaboration among all concerned constituencies, including health care providers and consumers.

Offers free case reviews regarding birth injuries, and a plethora of information about common birth injuries and channels through which one can pursue legal action in response to a birth injury, and provide answers and guidance to ensure that families receive the assistance that they need to help improve their overall quality of life.

FOR CHILDREN

A informational page for parents looking to start a conversation with their child about mental health. Includes tips for conversations and resources for getting help for their child.

Reference sheets are provided that list top websites, books, videos, toolkits and support for mental health disorders.

Works to raise the standard of care and increase access to services for children and families who experience or witness traumatic events.  Includes resources like training, public awareness information and treatment for trauma.

For LGBTQ+

A community of psychiatrists that educates and advocates on LGBTQ+ mental health issues. Includes resources for LGBTQ+ individuals and their friends and families.

The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ young people under 25.

Offers confidential peer support connections for LGBT youth, adults and seniors, including phone, text and online chat.

Provides educational and support resources on a range of topics regarding LGBTQ+ individuals.

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