Resources
If this is a life-threatening emergency, please go to your nearest emergency room
Crisis resources
Supportive resources when you are in a moment of crisis
Click each resource to learn more about what they offer.
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Dial 9-8-8 if you are in distress or need crisis resources for you and your loved ones. This resource is free and available 24/7.
Previously called “National Suicide Prevention Lifeline”
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AVP is dedicated to serving NYC’s LGBTQ & HIV-affected communities through free counseling, legal services, organizing, and advocacy. You can receive support from a trained advocate by reaching out to their hotline at (212) 714-1141. This hotline is free and available 24/7.
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Text HOME to 741741 to reach a volunteer Crisis Counselor. You can also chat online. This resource is free and available 24/7.
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National Domestic Violence Hotline aims to provide essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse. You can receive support by text (text START to 88788), online chat, or by phone 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). This resource is free and available 24/7.
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NYC Well is a telephone service for assessment, support and referrals available to those who are within the 5 boroughs of NYC. To reach NYC Well, call 1-800-NYC-WELL (692-9355), text “WELL” to 65137, or chat here. This resource is free and available 24/7.
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Call 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) to be connected with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area. You can also chat online. This resource is free and available 24/7.
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Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. The hotline can be used in times of crisis, as well as when one is not in crisis. The hotline can be reached at (877) 565-8860. This resource is free and available 24/7.
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Trevor Project aims to end suicide among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning young people. You can reach a crisis counselor by text (text START to 678-678), online chat, or by phone (1-866-488-7386). This resource is free and available 24/7.
Finding a therapist
Directories where you can search for your next mental health care provider
Click each directory name to learn more about them & who they cater to.
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A mental health care provider directory that aims to connect clients with providers who believe in providing an exceptional client experience, engaging in continuous learning & development, and providing culturally competent care. Many providers listed on Alma are in-network with commercial health insurance companies such as Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Oscar, Oxford, and Empire BlueCross BlueShield.
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A mental health care provider directory that aims to connect clients with therapists in their areas who identify as Asian.
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A mental health care provider directory that aims to connect clients with therapists who identify as people of color.
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A mental health care provider directory that believes people with all abilities in all bodies deserve equal access to identity affirming, culturally responsive care. This directory aims to center the needs of queer and trans people of color, as well as neurodivergent and disabled communities of color.
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A mental health care provider directory where you can find a Latinx Therapist. 98% of their directory are Spanish speakers.
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A mental health care provider directory that aims to connect clients with therapists who identify as Kink, Poly, Trans & LGBQ Affirmative Providers.
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A mental health care provider directory that aims to connect clients with providers of color in the LGBTQ+ communities.
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A mental health care provider directory that lists clinical professionals, psychiatrists, and treatment centers providing mental health services. They list providers across 20 countries which help millions of people find care and support.
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A mental health care provider directory that aims to connect clients with therapists in their areas who identify as South Asian.
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A mental health care provider directory that aims to connect Black women and girls with therapists in their areas.