Resources
Are you in a crisis?
United States:
- Dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7).
- Text HOME to 741741 to reach Crisis Text Line.
Outside United States:
- Visit Find a Helpline
LGBTQ+ Support
Sexual Assault Support
Domestic Violence Support
Automated Support:
How to find a therapist
- Contact Your Insurance Provider
- Request their mental health provider directory.
- Get at least 3-4 referrals (some may not be accepting new patients).
- Ask about copays and coverage details.
- Ask Your Current Healthcare Provider
- They often know local therapists.
- Can provide direct referrals.
- May help coordinate care.
- Get Personal Recommendations
- Ask trusted friends or family.
- Even if their therapist isn't available, they might suggest colleagues.
- Request recommendations from other healthcare providers.
- Help Navigating the Process
- Call the National Alliance on Mental Illness helpline at 1-800-950-6264
- Call SAMHSA’s helpline at 1-800-662-4357.
- Watch my step-by-step guide.
- If you are struggling financial, consider talking to your therapist about it as outlined here.
Specialized Directories
For Specific Therapeutic Approaches:
For Culturally Responsive Care:
- Therapy for Black Girls
- Therapy for Black Men
- Melanin and Mental Health
- Ayana Therapy
- South Asian Therapists
- South Asian Mental Health Initiative
For LGBTQ+ Affirming Care:
General Directories:
Student Resources
- If you're a college student, visit your counseling center. Often free or low-cost and on-campus.
- If you're in elementary, middle, or high school, talk to a teacher you trust. Tell them "I'm having a hard time, I'm not sure who to talk to about this, can you help me?" They can help connect you with the right person.
Support groups
- NAMI Support Groups
- Free weekly meetings
- Available nationwide in the United States
- Mental Health America Groups
- Various specialized groups
- Problem-specific support