Wellness Resources
Resources
List of resources for suicide prevention, therapy, crisis counseling, emotional support, homelessness assistance, domestic violence services, substance addiction services, and more. You can also participate in self-empowerment sessions with H. I. Yates, author of Dissolving the Anchor and CEO/Founder of Luv Mrk.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
Free 24 hours a day, 7 days a week service
Trained crisis counselors
Support you need for yourself or a loved one
Confidential
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
For emotional support via online chat - crisischat.org
Free 24/7 support with a Crisis Counselor
Text HOME to 741741
US and Canada: text 741741
UK: text 85258
Ireland: text 50808
National Suicide Prevention Directory:
Contact information for suicide prevention agencies by state
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention:
Personal stories
Resources for you and family and friends of those who died by suicide
Suicide Awareness\Voices of Education:
Education programs
Awareness events for suicide prevention
Locate local support groups
24/7 confidential emotional support
SAMHSA’s National Helpline: – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
24/7 Treatment referral and information service
For individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders
Free
Confidential
English and Spanish
SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline:
24/7 Crisis counseling and support
For people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters
Multilingual
Confidential
In the United States and its territories
Call 1-800-985-5990
Text TalkWithUs to 66746
Learn how to stop bullying and stand up to it
Additional Bullying Resources
Bullying Resources for Educators and Parents
https://teach.com/online-ed/counseling-degrees/online-masters-school-counseling/bullying-resources/
Comprehensive list of resources and tools for sleep, movement, healthy eating, counseling and support, mindfulness, and positive attitude
https://nursinglicensemap.com/resources/mental-health-resources/
Free or Low-Cost Therapy Options and Additional Resources
https://www.creditcards.com/credit-card-news/financial-guide-to-mental-health-therapy/
https://www.rehab.com/ - mental health, physical therapy, addition treatment
https://www.perlego.com/knowledge/info/college-mental-health-resources/
BIPOC Resources
Therapist of Color Collaborative
ALL therapists are professionals of color that deliver responsive, sensitive, and trauma-informed services
The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation
A Directory of Mental Health Providers and Programs serving the African-American Community
Find trusted, culturally competent therapists
A Guide to Addiction and Recovery for African Americans
Provides helpful statistics, looks at the differences in substance abuse patterns across the black population, and treatment options to consider
https://recovery.org/addiction/demographics/african-americans/
Mental Health America - Latinx/Hispanic Communities And Mental Health
Mental Health Resources For Latinx/Hispanic Communities
https://www.mhanational.org/issues/latinxhispanic-communities-and-mental-health
Provides dozens of spanish-language governmental (federal and for every state), educational and other external resources about mental health and where to find help
https://www.helpadvisor.com/conditions/salud-mental-de-los-hispanos
Asian Mental Health Collective
Building a community for Asian mental health support
Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian American (APISAA) Therapist Directory
Mental Health and Self Care for Asian STEM Professionals
50 Free Anti-Racism and Mental Health Resources
https://bootcamp.cvn.columbia.edu/blog/free-asian-anti-racism-and-mental-health-resources/
Extensive information on mental health and substance use resources for people of color. Their mission is equal access to life-saving resources. They have guides for Black, Latinx, Asian, and Native and Indigenous people.
A great resource with information on safely quitting drugs and alcohol. They have an extensive list of mental health and substance use resources specifically for the AAPI (American Asian and Pacific Islander) community.
LGBTQ+ Resources
Crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ young people under 25
24/7 Service
1-866-488-7386
Text START to 678-678
Online chat is also available
Peer support for transgender and questioning people
1-877-330-6366 (1-877-330-6366 for Canadian callers)
Guide for supporting LGBTQ+ experiencing homelessness
Discusses the issue of LGBTQ+ homelessness,
Explores why LGBTQ+ youth are especially vulnerable
Gives examples of what people in various positions can do to make a difference.
Alcohol and Drug Resources
Free online health resource reviewed by the Health on the Net Foundation, University of Illinois at Chicago's Drug Information Group, and The Physicians' Review Network Inc.
https://www.drugwatch.com/health/mental-health/mental-illness/
Resources for drug and alcohol addiction
Free web guide about drugs, alcohol, and recovery from addiction
A network of experts dedicated to informing consumers of the holistic value, both benefits and risks, of cannabis
https://www.stayhonest.org/guide/guide-for-parents-talking-to-their-teenagers-about-cannabis/
Comprehensive Guide on Using Cannabis Safely to Help Veterans with PTSD
A family business dedicated to helping individuals suffering from mental health & substance abuse.
Multidisciplinary teams of clinicians providing client-centered, holistic therapy to restore balance to all aspects of an individual to optimize healing and minimize relapse
https://www.newmethodwellness.com/addiction-treatment-programs/dual-diagnosis-treatment/
Provide expert information for individuals and families struggling to find recovery by vetting and researching rehab centers.
Provides free educational guides that answer questions such as:
Can Marijuana Treat Postnatal Depression?
Telltale Symptoms of Children Using Drugs
How to Identify the Early Signs of Mental Health Issues
Helps to keep the public educated and informed of defective medical devices and dangerous medications that are currently available on the market today.
Additional
Information on inpatient treatment https://www.addictiongroup.org/treatment/options/inpatient/
An educational guide explaining the different types of treatment available to help individuals find the most successful path to sobriety. https://www.alcoholhelp.com/Treatment/
Treating alcoholism https://www.alcoholrehabguide.org/treatment/
Understanding how alcohol affects the brain https://harmonyplace.com/blog/parts-of-the-brain-affected-by-alcohol/
opioid addiction and drug addiction treatment guides
Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse Resources
National Domestic Violence Hotline:
24/7 Support from expert advocates
Anyone experiencing domestic violence
Resources and information
Free
Confidential
1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
TTY 1.800.787.3224
Online chat is also available
The National Sexual Assault Online Hotline:
24/7 Crisis support
Support, information, advice, or a referral
assault service provider.
800-656-HOPE (4673)
Online chat also available
Herman Law - Represents victims of childhood sexual abuse
What is child sex abuse
What to do after a child tells you they’ve been sexually abused
Where to find help
Prevention
Steps for filing a claim
Human Trafficking Info and Resources
Types of Human Trafficking
Who Is Most Susceptible to Human Trafficking
How To Recognize Human Trafficking
National Resources for Human Trafficking
Additional
Veterans
1-800-273-8255 and press 1
Text 838255
Guide to starting a small business
A guide to help veterans and military members create a resume. The guide is especially helpful to anyone who may be transitioning from a military role to a civilian job.
Medicare Resources for Veterans
How to pass on veterans metals to their heirs
https://bullionmax.com/kb/veterans-gold-collections-pass-heirs
Additional
People Experiencing Homelessness
Local agencies provide a range of services, including food, housing, health, and safety.
Contact a national hotline or locate an organization near you.
https://www.hudexchange.info/housing-and-homeless-assistance/
Guide to support low-income families across the U.S.
Section 8 facts and statistics
Affordable housing options
Key tenant rights
Section 8 eligibility and resources
https://www.bankrate.com/insurance/homeowners-insurance/section-8-housing-statistics/
Local Resources and Ways the Community Can Help those experiencing homelessness
State and Federal Support Programs
How to find free internet in your area
MoneyGeek
Support for People Living in Their Vehicles - https://www.moneygeek.com/insurance/auto/resources-for-people-facing-vehicular-residency/
Fighting Housing Insecurity in the U.S. - https://www.moneygeek.com/mortgage/resources/affordable-housing-and-assistance/
How to Build Credit While Homeless - https://www.moneygeek.com/credit-cards/resources/improving-credit-while-experiencing-poverty/
Additional Resources for Financial Wellness
Your Roadmap to Financial Wellness - https://www.annuity.org/personal-finance/financial-wellness/roadmap/
Financial Planning for Retirement - https://learn.financestrategists.com/finance-terms/financial-planning-for-retirement/
Formerly Incarcerated
A job board for candidates who have a criminal record
These grants help formerly incarcerated individuals with housing, rent, utility bills, medical bills, college and medications.
Seniors and People Living with Disabilities
Disaster Preparation for Seniors and People Living with Disabilities
Safe driving solutions for those with disabilities who may be evacuating
Technologies to make home safer in an emergency
Planning tips to create an emergency network in your community
https://www.bankrate.com/insurance/homeowners-insurance/disaster-preparedness-guide/
Support to those affected by birth injuries and disabilities
Wellness Sessions
H. I. Yates the author of Dissolving the Anchor is the CEO/founder of Luv Mrk. Luv Mrk is a coaching company guiding people to value themselves and others. They offer self-empowerment programs ranging from hourly sessions to 4-8 week programs.
Below are the instrumental tools you’ll gain for sustainable transformation if you register for the Dissolve Your Anchor program:
Be mindful of the development of your perceptions of self, others, and life so you may un-accept damaging lessons as truth.
Be aware of how to resolve painful experiences so they can no longer continue to crush your spirit and influence your unhealthy subconscious behaviors and unconscious actions.
Determine how to replace self-defeating, limiting, critical, and devaluing thoughts with productive logic to stop self-sabotaging behavior and build healthy habits.
Establish your capacity to face fears so they lose their power allowing you to ease anxious feelings.
Shed harmful labels that have influenced your self-esteem, identity, and inner peace so you may constructively define yourself and live your truth.
Know your worth in order to have the confidence to be your true self instead of what’s expected to avoid judgment, criticism, rejection, and abandonment.
Acknowledge your autonomy to stop reacting to life and start making choices where you’re causing the effect you want (you’re intentionally making decisions and carrying out actions to create preferred experiences and outcomes)
Identify your avoidance practices in order to stop procrastinating and/or hold yourself back.
Recognize what triggers your emotions so you may rationally and willfully react to circumstances.
Distinguish communication skills that harm or improve your bond with others to build and maintain healthier relationships.
Realize the self-care methods that offer you temporary relief for low moods and stress, as well as approaches that provide long term overall wellness.
Stop dreaming or procrastinating and live in a reality where you turn I wish to I will, I did, I am
Identify what elements are holding you back so you may liberate yourself from impediments to your happiness and purposely live a life you choose by your standards.
Be empowered to be the author of your own story/journey to create the life you prefer.
Please note these are wellness sessions. If you have clinically diagnosed mental health challenges and are looking for guidance in ways these programs don't cover, please contact an appropriate professional best suited for your needs.
For more details or to book a session contact H. I. Yates