No matter what you are facing, you are not alone.
If you or a loved one are in need of immediate help, the confidential helplines below are available 24/7.
| National Suicide Prevention Lifeline | 800-273-8255 |
| The Trevor Project | 866-488-7386 |
| National Domestic Violence Hotline | 800-799-7233 |
| Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network | 800-656-4673 |
| National Child Abuse Hotline | 800-422-4453 |
| Trans Lifeline | 877-565-8860 |
Find a Therapist
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 list to help make outreach easier.
Online mental health therapy for marginalized & intersectional communities
We center the needs of marginalized populations, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, the LGBTQ+ community, neurodivergent folx, and people with disabilities.
Find a Therapist search bar
A directory sorted by state that lists therapists in the APIDA community
Therapist Matching Service
Therapist Matching Service
Therapist Outreach Template
Not sure of what to say in reaching out to a therapist for the first time?
Here’s a template you can use:
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]?)
(OPTIONAL: Are you equipped to provide culturally competent care, unpacking racial trauma?)
Thank you,
[INSERT NAME AND YOUR CONTACT INFO HERE]
