Find Help.

No matter what you are facing, you are not alone. 

Use our directory to find qualified, professional support for you and your loved ones when you need it most.

Explore crisis hotlines and therapy resources below.

24/7 Crisis
Hotlines

If you or a loved one are in need of immediate help, the confidential helplines below are available 24/7.

    • +1 (800-273-8255)

    • Website

    • Text EMPOWER to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor

Hotlines

Reach out to someone even when you are not in a moment of crisis. These hotlines are not 24/7, have varying time availabilities, and are not meant to be utilized during crisis. Please check each individual site for their hours before use.

    • Website

    • +1 (908-367-3374) OR Write to Them

    • Website

    • +1 (866-331-9474)

    • Text LOVEIS to 22522

    • Website

    • +1 (800-604-5841)

Therapy Services

Below are our favorite sites and resources to find a therapist or other mental health professional. If you find someone who may be a good fit - you can use our email template at the bottom of this page to help make outreach easier.

  • Anise Health

    Anise Health is a culturally-responsive mental health platform built by and for the Asian community. Our data-driven clinical care model integrates therapy, coaching, and curated digital resources.

  • Open Path

    Psychotherapy Collective is a nonprofit nationwide network of mental health professionals dedicated to providing in-office and online mental health care—at a steeply reduced rate—to clients in need.

  • Inclusive Therapists

    We center the needs of marginalized populations, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, the LGBTQ+ community, neurodivergent folx, and people with disabilities.

  • Yellow Chair Collective

    Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of Yellow Chair Collective. We specialize in multicultural therapy with an emphasis on serving the Asian American community.

  • Entwine Community

    Creating accessible mental health & support services for Asian American & multicultural individuals, families, and communities.

  • Summit Wellness Group

    To wholeheartedly provide a safe space of hope, compassion and renewal in the world for those struggling with substance us.

  • South Asian Therapists Directory

    A directory helping mental health providers serve the mental health needs of the South Asian diaspora. Our goal is to create a one stop shop for South Asian therapists to allow South Asians around the world to find the right mental health support for them.

  • National Queer & Trans Therapists of Color Network

    A healing justice organization committed to transforming mental health for queer and trans people of color (QTPoC).

  • Asian Mental Health Collective

    AMHC aspires to make mental health easily available, approachable, and accessible to Asian communities worldwide. US and Canadian therapist directories available.

  • Asians for Mental Health Directory

    Asians for Mental Health was created to help Asians feel seen, heard, and empowered in their journeys towards better mental health.

  • Live Another Day

    At Live Another Day, we curate non-biased lists of highly rated treatment providers and trusted resources.

  • Detox Local

    Detox Local features a nationwide directory of medical detox providers. You can browse these SAMSHA-verified facilities by state, zip code, or by using our interactive map.

  • Therapy for Black Girls

    So often the stigma surrounding mental health issues and therapy prevents Black women from taking the step of seeing a therapist. This space was developed to present mental health topics in a way that feels more accessible and relevant.

  • Solace

    An ever-evolving library of resources for mental health support, healing, and wellness centering BIPOC & LGBTQ communities. Solace was created out of the deep & immediate need to decolonize healing & share accessible methods of support for marginalized folks.

  • LGBTQ Psychotherapists of Color (QTOC)

    A network of LGBTQ therapists of color in CA, specifically: Berkeley, Oakland, San Francisco, and San Jose.

  • Bay Area Workers Support

    List of therapy providers who responded to a brief Q&A about serving sex workers, self-ID as “sex worker friendly”, and volunteered to release their information on our website. BAWS does not officially endorse any of the therapists, but we have done initial vetting to have them be on this list.

  • Melanin & Mental Health

    Melanin & Mental Health was born out of a desire to connect individuals with culturally competent clinicians committed to serving the mental health needs of Black & Latinx/Hispanic communities. We are committed to promoting the growth and healing of our communities through our website, online directory, and monthly events.

  • SonderMind

    Therapist Matching Service. SonderMind providers are licensed and specialized to help with many mental health needs, for all ages. Use your insurance for therapy or psychiatry* and meet online or in person within a week

  • Advekit

    Therapist Matching Service. Advekit was founded on the belief that mental healthcare should be accessible, approachable and affordable. Our diverse and remote team works passionately each day to make that belief a reality.

  • Unmute

    Therapy Matching Service. Unmute helps marginalized communities unmute about their mental health and match to the right therapist. Sign up today to find the right therapist for you.

Therapy Outreach Template

  • SUBJECT LINE: Seeking Consultation

    Body:

    Hello –

    I am [INSERT YOUR NAME HERE]. I am seeking mental health support. I am struggling with [XXX]. Are you accepting new patients? If so, what are your payment options?

    (If you have insurance, insert: Do you accept [INSERT INSURANCE PLAN NAME]?)

    (If no insurance, ask: Do you offer sliding scales or other payment alternatives?)

    Optional Questions to Include:

    Are you equipped to provide culturally competent care, unpacking racial trauma?

    What experience do you have working with [INSERT COMMUNITY]? Example: Do you have experience working with Hmong-Americans and their families?

    Are you familiar with working with issues of a structural nature, like racism, ableism, and misogyny?

    Do you understand the issues that are facing my community in this political environment?

    Would it be possible to meet weekly/biweekly/etc?

    Am I able to speak with you between sessions (i.e. via email or text)?

    What are your thoughts on medication in the therapeutic process?

    What kind of treatment styles do you use?

    Can I book a free consultation with you?

    Thank you,

    [INSERT NAME, PRONOUNS (OPTIONAL), AND YOUR CONTACT INFO HERE]