Many resources are available for mental health care, but it is important to carefully research them, access them, and follow up with viable providers. Some providers are covered by insurance, so it is important to check your network. Regardless, there are mental health services for those with limited incomes on a sliding scale basis. Telehealth services and hotlines are also great resources.
Some therapists adhere to one model, but most are trained in more than one approach. Finding “the right fit” with a provider is more important than the therapeutic approach, but it is helpful to inquire about their training background or intervention models. Alternatives to talk therapy are important for younger children and include art therapy, family therapy, and play therapy. Somatic Therapy, CBT, and DBT are great options for tweens, teens, and young adults.
Resources by State
| State | State Resources | County / Other Resources |
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| AL |
Alabama Dept. of Mental Health | Grandview Medical Center — Behavior Health Services & Hotlines NAMI Alabama |
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| AK | Alaska Division of Behavioral Health | Alaska Behavioral Health Association NAMI Alaska |
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| AZ | Open Counseling — Arizona Mental Health Services Guide Behavioral Health – Children’s Services |
Tempe Mental Health Counseling Services NAMI Arizona |
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| AR | Mental Health Resources in Arkansas — RTOR org. ARKids-Human Services of Arkansas |
Behavioral Health Services of Arkansas NAMI Arkansas |
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| CO | Colorado Dept. of Human Services — Behavioral Health Help | Mental Health Colorado Community Reach Mental Health Directory Colorado Crisis Services Mental Health Center of Denver — Spanish speakers |
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| CT | Connecticut Dept. of Mental Health & Addiction Services | Yale School of Medicine — Connecticut Mental Health Center COVID & Mental Health services Mental Health Resources in Connecticut — rtor og. |
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| DE | Delaware Dept. of Health & Social Services Treatment and Referral Network | Mental Health Delaware Resources — English & Spanish NAMI Delaware Mental Health Resources-Delaware — rtor.org |
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| GA | Georgia Department of Behavioral Health Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network |
Georgia-Mental Health Resources — NAMI Georgia |
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| ID | Idaho Dept. of Health & Welfare — Behavioral Health | Idaho Behavioral Health Resources NAMI Idaho Idaho Behavioral Health Alliance Resources |
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| IN | Indiana University Behavioral Health | NAMI Indiana Resources Be Well Indiana Indiana Council of Community Mental Health Centers/Info |
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| IA | Children & Families of Iowa Mental Health Services | Linn County MH Services NAMI Iowa Iowa Dept. of Human Services — Mental Health Clinic List-Iowa |
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| KS | Kansas Community Mental Health Centers | Kansas City MH Resources Mental Health Resources Kansas00rtor.org Children’s Mercy KC — Mental Health In Children & Adolescents |
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| KY | Kentucky Cabinet for Health & Family Services — MH Resources | Kentucky Gov’t. Children’s Behavioral Health & Recovery Services Kentucky Gov’t. Adult MH services |
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| LA | The Arc of LA Mental Health Resource List | Louisiana Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health, Inc. New Orleans Children & Youth Behavorial Health Resources |
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| ME | Maine Dept. of Health & Human Services — Mental Health Services | NAMI Maine 211 Maine — Mental Health Services MH Resources in Maine — rtor.org |
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| MA | Mass Dept. of MH — Finding MH Support in MA | Where to Find Free Mental Health Resources around Boston NAMI Massachusetts MA Behavioral Health Partnership — Community, State, and National Resources |
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| MI | List of Michigan Mental Health Resources | MH Resources state of Michigan NAMI Michigan |
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| MN | Statewide Mental Health Resources — Minnesota | NAMI Minnesota Minnesota Mental Health Clinics |
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| MS | Mississippi Dept. of Mental Health | Mississippi State Mental Health Resources NAMI Mississippi |
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| MO | Missouri Dept. of Mental Health-Providers, Services, Clinics, etc. | Missouri MH Foundation-Resources |
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| MT | Montana Rural Institute-Resources on Emotional and Mental Health | Missoula Public Health — Mental & Behavioral Health Resources NAMI Montana Montana Mental Health Services Guide — Open Counseling |
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| NE | Nebraska Dept. of Health & Human Services — Behavioral Health | Nebraska Mental Health Resources NAMI Nebraska |
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| NJ | State of NJ Division of Mental Health and Addition Services | Directory of MH Services by County — New Jersey NAMI New Jersey — find local affliates Mental Health Assoc. in NJ — resources |
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| NM | New Mexico Department of Health Mental Health Program | Public MH services-free and low cost counseling — Open Counseling |
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| NY | NY state Office of Mental Health Resources & info | NYC free Counseling and Referrals — Resource NAMI New York-resources MH Resources in NY state — rtor.org |
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| NC | NCDHHS-Child and Family Mental Health Services—Child Behavioral Health | Free Clinics and Mental Health care NAMI — North Carolina More Resources and Providers-N Carolina — rtor.org |
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| ND | North Dakota Behavorial Health — Gov’t. Services | Rural Behavioral Health Services More Mental Health — ND — rtor.org |
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| OH | Ohio State Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health | Ohio Health — MH Resources NAMI Ohio — Mental Health Resources Counseling Resources Ohio |
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| OK | OK Dept. Of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services | Mental Health Assoc. of OK Mental Health and Psychiatry Services — free and paid |
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| OR | Oregon Dept. of Behavioral Health Services | MH SErvice — Multnomah County NAMI-Oregon — Counseling Services |
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| PA | PA gov’t. Mental Health Resources Guide | NAMI Mainline PA-How to get MH care NAMi Pennsylvania — How to get Resources Mental Health Assoc. of PA — Behavioral Health Navigators |
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| RI | RI Gov’t. Div. of Mental Health — Behavioral Healthcare Resources | Mental Health Assoc. of RI — Resources Mental Health Treatment Providers & Community Support |
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| SC | Dept. of Mental Health — SC gov’t. | Community MH Centers — SC NAMI South Carolina Resources |
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| SD | Dept. of Social Services — SD — Behavioral Health Information | Behavioral Health Services County Map — SD gov’t. Open Counseling MH Resourcs — SD |
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| TN | TN Dept. of Behavioral & Mental Health Services- | Tennessee State MH Resources Guide NAMI Tennessee-Resource Links |
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| TX | Texas Dept. of Social Services — MH & Substance Abuse Services | Mental Health TX — Resources Open Counseling Public MH Resources |
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| UT | Medicaid Services-MH in Utah | Utah Dept. of Health and Human Services — Mental Health NAMI Utah — MH programs and support resources |
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| VT | Mental Health Services-VT Dept. of MH | Washington County MH Services Vermont Family Network — State and National Resources |
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| VA | Behavioral Health Services-Virginia | State Database of Community Services by Region NAMI VA — Mental Health Resources |
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| WV | WV Dept. of Behavioral Health | WV Community MH Centers Assessing MH Providers in WV |
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| WI | Wisconsin Dept. of Health Services — MH Care & Coverage | MH statewide Resources by County Mental Health America of Wisconsin — Resources |
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| WY | Wyoming Dept. of Health — MH Services & Resources | Behavioral Health Division of Wyoming Dept. of Health Mental Health Directory of Resources — rtor.org |
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Therapeutic Approaches:
Evidence-Based Psychotherapy: Advantages & Challenges
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychotherapy for your Body: The role of Somatic Psychology Today
Understanding CBT vs. Somatic Psychotherapy
To Prevent Chronic Illness, Start With Mental Health
Coping Resources:
- Support System of Family and Friends
Having family and friends who you can rely on and talk to about your feelings will go a long way in helping you cope with JM. - Support Groups
Joining a support group of people who have been through similar experiences as you can help you feel less alone. Join Cure JM to find out more. - Join a Cure JM Chapter
Cure JM has 15 regional chapters that hold meetings and events. Learn More - Attend a Cure JM Conference, Walk, or Event
Cure JM holds regional and national conferences, as well as regional walks and events, which are a great way to meet others with JM Upcoming Events - Mindfulness /Meditation/Yoga/Massage
Relaxation techniques can help with stress and depression. - Exercise
Physical activity can help reduce stress and alleviate depression. Consult with a doctor before starting any exercise program. - Practice Good Sleep Habits
It’s important to get enough sleep, and it helps to go to sleep and wake up on a consistent schedule. - Eat Nutritious Foods
Nutritious foods are important for physical and mental health. Our brains function best when they receive proper fuel. Contact your doctor or hospital social worker to arrange a consultation with a nutritionist.
Building Resilience: The 7 Cs
Building Resilience in Children
Hotlines
The numbers below are provided by “Psych Central,” an independent mental health online resource run by mental health professionals.
- Suicide Lifeline:
800-273-8255
The Suicide Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in emotional distress and prevention and crisis resources for those in need. - Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 - TXT 4 HELP
Text the word “safe” and your current location (address, city, state) to 4HELP (44357) which allows you to text live with a mental health professional: www.nationalsafeplace.org/txt-4-help - National Help Line for Substance Abuse
800.262.2463 - National Institute on Drug Abuse Hotline
800.662.4357 - Eating Disorders Awareness and Prevention
800.931.2237 - National Youth Crisis Hotline
800.442.HOPE (4673)
