national resources

Trans Lifeline

A peer support phone service run by trans people for the trans community, that operates from 10am to 5am EST.

Call 1-877-565-8860

Mental Health America (MHA)

"MHA is the nation's leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and to promoting the overall mental health of all." - MHA website

Half of Us

Mental Health is Health! Resources for you and your friends. There is also an option to call or chat with a trained counselor 24/7.

Trevor Lifeline

A safe, judgement free support service for LGBTQ and questioning youth who are struggling or thinking about suicide. Available 24/7.

Call 1-866-488-7386
text “START” to 678-678
OR chat here

The JED Foundation

In an emergency:  If you or someone you know needs to talk to someone right now, text START to 741-741 or call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for a free, confidential conversation with a trained counselor 24/7.

The Jed Foundation’s Mental Health Resource Center provides essential information about common emotional health issues and shows teens and young adults how they can support one another, overcome challenges, and make a successful transition to adulthood.

Seize the Awkward

Seize the Awkward recognizes that having a conversation about mental health might be awkward, but also that it can make all the difference. Their website has all the tools - from conversation guides to tips - to help make the conversation easier.