Find Your Light
Mental Health: Resources, Support & Understanding
If You're In Crisis
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free and confidential support, 24/7.
Call or text 988Crisis Text Line
Free crisis support via text, 24/7.
Text HOME to 741741SAMHSA National Helpline
Free, confidential treatment referrals and information. Mental health and substance use.
1-800-662-4357Veterans Crisis Line
Confidential support for veterans, service members, and their families.
Dial 988, then press 1Trans Lifeline
Peer support hotline run by and for trans people.
877-565-8860The Trevor Project
Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ young people.
1-866-488-7386Find a Therapist
Psychology Today
Searchable directory of therapists, psychiatrists, and counselors. Filter by insurance, specialty, and more.
TherapyDen
Inclusive therapist directory with strong LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and neurodivergent representation.
Open Path Collective
Affordable therapy at $30–$80/session for those without insurance or with financial need.
Inclusive Therapists
Directory focused on BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and other marginalized communities finding culturally affirming care.
Therapy for Black Girls
A space dedicated to the mental health needs of Black women and girls.
NQTTCN
National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network — directory and community fund.
Support Communities
NAMI
National Alliance on Mental Illness — education, advocacy, and support groups across the country.
Helpline: 1-800-950-6264Mental Health America
Community-based mental health organization with resources, screening tools, and local affiliates.
7 Cups
Free online chat with trained volunteer listeners, 24/7. No judgment, just support.
DBSA
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance — peer-led support groups online and in-person.
ADAA
Anxiety and Depression Association of America — evidence-based resources and support group finder.
Learn & Understand Yourself
NIMH
National Institute of Mental Health — authoritative, research-backed information on mental health conditions.
APA Topics
American Psychological Association's library of articles on mental health, relationships, and well-being.
CDC Mental Health
Statistics, resources, and guidance on mental health from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Mind (UK)
Excellent plain-language guides to mental health conditions, treatments, and coping strategies.
Verywell Mind
Medically reviewed mental health content covering conditions, treatments, relationships, and more.
Build Daily Wellness
MoodGYM
Free online CBT program for depression and anxiety. Evidence-based, self-paced.
MindShift CBT
Free app for anxiety based on cognitive behavioral therapy. Made by Anxiety Canada.
Woebot
AI-guided mental health support using CBT and other evidence-based techniques.
Daylio
Mood and activity journal app — quick, visual, and surprisingly effective for spotting patterns.
Gratefulness.org
Community and guided practices around gratitude journaling and finding joy in ordinary moments.
Meditation & Calm
UCLA MARC
Free guided meditations from UCLA's Mindful Awareness Research Center. Perfect for beginners.
Insight Timer
Thousands of free meditations. The largest library of free guided practices available.
Smiling Mind
Free nonprofit app with mindfulness programs for adults, teens, and children.
Headspace
Guided meditation and mindfulness. Free basics available; full access by subscription.
Calm
Sleep stories, breathing exercises, and guided meditations. Free content available.
Understand Others
Growing your own wellbeing includes learning to understand the people around you. Different experiences, identities, and minds aren't problems to solve — they're worlds to discover.
Mental Health Conditions — First-Person Perspectives
NAMI — Condition Guides
Clear, compassionate overviews of mental health conditions, symptoms, and how to support someone.
The Mighty
First-person stories and community from people living with illness, disability, and mental health conditions.
Rethink Mental Illness
UK-based mental health charity with excellent guides for both people with conditions and their carers.
LGBTQ+ Understanding
PFLAG
The original resource for families, allies, and people of all identities. Guides to understanding and supporting LGBTQ+ loved ones.
Trevor Project Resources
Research and education for understanding LGBTQ+ youth mental health and wellbeing.
Gender Spectrum
Resources for families with gender-expansive and transgender children — welcoming and grounded.
It Gets Better Project
Stories of hope and resilience from LGBTQ+ people around the world.
Neurodiversity
ASAN
Autistic Self Advocacy Network — by and for autistic people. The most respectful starting point for understanding autism.
CHADD
Evidence-based resources on ADHD for individuals, families, and professionals.
Understood.org
Resources for people with learning and thinking differences — ADHD, dyslexia, and more.
Cultural Humility & Mental Health
National Alliance for Hispanic Health
Mental health resources and advocacy tailored to the Hispanic and Latino community.
Black Mental Health Alliance
Resources, training, and support for mental health in the Black community.
Asian Mental Health Collective
Destigmatizing mental health in Asian communities through community and education.
National Native Mental Health Association
Mental health resources and advocacy for Indigenous peoples in Canada and beyond.
Grief & Supporting Others
What's Your Grief
Honest, warm, and deeply practical resources for anyone experiencing loss — in any form.
The Dinner Party
Peer support community for people in their 20s–40s who have experienced significant loss.
Understanding Addiction
Hazelden Betty Ford
Education, research, and treatment resources. A trusted resource for understanding addiction and recovery.
Partnership to End Addiction
Resources for families affected by addiction — including how to talk to loved ones and what to expect.
SMART Recovery
Science-based addiction recovery support. Free meetings, tools, and community for individuals and families.
Trauma & Why People Act the Way They Do
National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Resources for understanding childhood trauma and its impact on development and behavior.
ACEs — CDC
Adverse Childhood Experiences — understanding the long-term effects of early hardship.
Trauma-Informed Care — SAMHSA
What trauma-informed care means and why understanding trauma changes how we see people's behavior.
Specialized Support
Postpartum Support International
Support, education, and resources for postpartum depression and perinatal mental health.
RAINN
Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network — confidential support for survivors of sexual violence.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
24/7 confidential support for people experiencing domestic violence or abuse.
1-800-799-7233PTSD Coach
Free VA app for managing PTSD symptoms. Evidence-based tools available to everyone, not just veterans.
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
Crisis intervention, information, and referrals for child abuse situations.
1-800-422-4453Alliance for Eating Disorders
Free virtual support groups, resources, and treatment access for eating disorders.
1-866-662-1235Quick Wins
Things you can do right now, in under 5 minutes. No app required. Click any card to open it.
Box Breathing
Inhale for 4 counts. Hold for 4 counts. Exhale for 4 counts. Hold for 4 counts. Repeat 4 times. This activates your parasympathetic nervous system and slows your heart rate within minutes.
Show me ↓5-4-3-2-1 Grounding
Name 5 things you can see. 4 things you can hear. 3 things you can touch. 2 things you can smell. 1 thing you can taste. This brings you back into your body and out of anxious thoughts.
Show me ↓Self-Compassion Pause
Place one hand on your heart. Say (silently or aloud): "This is a moment of suffering. Suffering is part of life. May I be kind to myself right now." It sounds simple. It works.
Show me ↓Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Starting at your feet, tense each muscle group as tight as you can for 5 seconds, then release completely. Work your way up: feet, calves, thighs, stomach, chest, hands, arms, shoulders, face. Notice the contrast between tension and release.
Show me ↓Cold Water Reset
Splash cold water on your face, or hold your wrists under cold running water for 30 seconds. This activates the mammalian dive reflex, rapidly slowing your heart rate. It genuinely works for intense anxiety or overwhelm.
Show me ↓Humming
Hum any tune — or just a steady tone — for one full minute. Humming creates vibrations that stimulate the vagus nerve, which directly activates the calming branch of your nervous system. It works even when nothing else does.
Show me ↓Want more? Try MindShift CBT or UCLA MARC's free meditations.