Resources & Support

Crisis support, professional help, and educational resources

In Crisis? Get Help Now

If you're in immediate danger or crisis, contact these services immediately

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

24/7 crisis support by phone or chat

Call: 988

Or visit: 988lifeline.org

Crisis Text Line

24/7 crisis support via text

Text HOME to 741741

Or visit: crisistextline.org

SAMHSA National Helpline

Mental health & substance abuse referrals

1-800-662-HELP (4357)

Free, confidential, 24/7, 365 days

Emergency Services

Immediate emergency assistance

Call: 911

For life-threatening emergencies

Finding Professional Help

Connect with qualified mental health professionals

Therapist Directories

Psychology Today Therapist Finder

Search for therapists by location, insurance, and specialty

psychologytoday.com/us/therapists

SAMHSA Treatment Locator

Find mental health and substance abuse treatment facilities

findtreatment.gov

Open Path Collective

Affordable therapy ($30-$80 per session)

openpathcollective.org

Online Therapy Platforms

BetterHelp

Online therapy with licensed professionals

Talkspace

Text, voice, and video therapy

Note: Verify credentials and ensure therapists are licensed in your state

Mental Health Organizations

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)

Education, support, and advocacy for mental health

Helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)

Website: nami.org

Mental Health America

Free mental health screening tools and resources

Website: mhanational.org

Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA)

Resources for anxiety and depression

Website: adaa.org

International Crisis Lines

For people outside the United States

International Association for Suicide Prevention

Directory of crisis centers worldwide

iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres

Befrienders Worldwide

Global network of crisis helplines

befrienders.org

UK: Samaritans - 116 123

Canada: Crisis Services Canada - 1-833-456-4566

Australia: Lifeline - 13 11 14

Ireland: Samaritans - 116 123

Educational Resources

Understanding AI & Mental Health

  • • TIME Magazine: "Chatbots Can Trigger a Mental Health Crisis. What to Know About 'AI Psychosis'"
  • • Academic papers on AI psychosis (JMIR Mental Health, arXiv)
  • • Resources on digital wellness and technology boundaries

Mental Health Education

  • • MentalHealth.gov - Information on mental health conditions
  • • NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health) - nimh.nih.gov
  • • Books on cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness

For Parents & Families

Resources for supporting loved ones:

  • • NAMI Family Support Groups
  • • Mental Health First Aid training
  • • Family therapy resources
  • • Educational materials on AI and teens

For Educators

Resources for schools and teachers:

  • • Digital citizenship curriculum
  • • Mental health awareness training
  • • Student support resources
  • • Parent communication guides

Important Notice:

This website provides educational information and resource directories only. We do not provide crisis counseling, therapy, or medical advice. Always consult qualified mental health professionals for diagnosis and treatment.

If you're in crisis, please contact emergency services (911) or crisis hotlines immediately.