If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or substance use problem, there are several resources available to find out more information or get connected with help. Check out some mental health resources below:

If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or dial 911 in case of emergency.

Emergency numbers outside the United States:

Canada: 911

Mexico: 066 or 911

UK: 999 or 112

Ireland: 999 or 112

Netherlands: 112

Germany: 112

France: 112

Australia: 000 or 112

New Zealand: 111

South Africa: 112 on mobile phones

See a complete list on the US Department of State Website

More Mental Health Resources

Gain practical tools to effectively become more aware of the triggers, cravings, and urges that keep us entangled in our addictions. Educational and experiential albums unveil a coalescence of age-old wisdom with practical psychological principles to help us break free from old patterns and give us the tools to live the lives we want.

 

Mental Health, Trauma and Depression

 

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

 

Provides referrals to treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations in your area. https://www.samhsa.gov/

 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.
Call or Text 988
https://988lifeline.org/

 

National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI)

Grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Educate, support, advocate, listen and lead to improve the lives of people with mental illness and their loved ones.https://nami.org/home

 

The NAMI HelpLine can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., ET.
Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), text “HelpLine” to 62640 or email us at helpline@nami.org

 

Anxiety & Depression Association of America

 

Helping people understand the disorders, find treatment, and recover. How to recognize signs and symptoms of anxiety disorders and depression as well as treatment options and access to a Find-a-Therapist platform. ADAA encourages people living with anxiety, depressive, obsessive-compulsive, and trauma-related disorders to share their stories about their struggles, how they cope and triumph.

 

https://adaa.org/

 

Families for Depression Awareness

Resources for families of people living with depression or bipolar disorder (“mood disorders”), equipping family caregivers with education and training so they can provide effective, constructive support to their loved ones.

https://www.familyaware.org/

 

Suicide prevention

 

Books


The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.

 

Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain 

 

When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times by Pema Chödrön 

 

Taming the Tiger Within: Meditations on Transforming Difficult Emotions by Thich Nhat Hanh

 

Uncovering Happiness: Overcoming Depression with Mindfulness and Self-Compassion – by Dr. Elisha Goldstein

 

Homecoming: Reclaiming and Healing Your Inner Child

 

The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture – by Dr. Gabor Mate 

 

In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction by Dr. Gabor Maté


Veterans

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) — Veterans and Active Duty

The National Association on Mental Illness has a Veterans & Military Resource Center, featuring online discussion groups, information about veteran mental illnesses, and treatments.

https://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Veterans-Active-Duty

Veterans Crisis Line

24/7, confidential crisis support for Veterans and their loved ones

Dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255

Chat online:https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/

PTSD: National Center for PTSD

Resources for Veterans and their loved ones on PTSD education, awareness, services and how to get help. Provided by Veteran’s Affairs

https://www.ptsd.va.gov/index.asp

 

Addiction Recovery & Support

Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator (SAMHSA)

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has a special feature to help people locate abuse treatment facilities near them and begin a journey to a healthier, addiction-free life.

https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/

In The Rooms Global Recovery Community

Free online recovery tool that offers weekly online meetings for those recovering from addiction and related issues.

https://www.intherooms.com/home/

Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics

Offers support and fellowship to individuals with alcohol problems through group therapy and Twelve Steps programs

https://www.aa.org/

 

Caregivers Support

Caregiver Action Network

Resources from the Caregiver Action Network, including a Peer Forum, a Story Sharing platform, the Family Caregiver Tool Box, and more.

http://www.rarecaregivers.org

National Alliance for Caregiving

Supports and empowers family caregivers to thrive at home, work, and life. Featuring the Family Care Resource Connection, resources, downloadable reports on various topics, information on caregiving legislation, and other topics.

https://www.caregiving.org/

Caregiver Support

Provides emotional support, advocacy, and resources to caregivers that are in the role of providing care and support for an adult

Services include weekly phone calls and community resources.

Dial 211 

https://www.helplinecenter.org/support-programs/caregiver-support/