Mental Health Resources

In addition to the accompanying resources on this website, the following links provide information and support for mental health and well-being. These resources are curated for accessibility and relevance to individuals seeking counseling and self-care tools.

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North Shore Resources

• NAGLY (North Shore Alliance of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Youth): Provides a safe space, support, and resources for LGBTQ+ youth in the North Shore area.

• HAWC (Healing Abuse Working for Change): Offers comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence in Massachusetts' North Shore.

• Private Practice Colloquium: A network of mental health clinicians offering resources and referrals in the Greater Boston area.

• Youth-at-Risk Community Resource Guide: Supports children, youth, and families in Essex County, MA by providing affordable continuing education, collaborative networking, and self-care opportunities.

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Addiction and Recovery

• Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): Peer support for individuals recovering from alcohol addiction.

• Al-Anon/Alateen: Support groups for families and friends affected by alcohol use.

• National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA): Research-based information on addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery.

• Nar-Anon Family Groups: Support for family and friends of those affected by drug addiction.

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Anxiety and Depression

• National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH): Reliable resources on anxiety and related topics.

• Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA): Peer-led support for managing mood disorders.

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Apps for Mindfulness and Stress Reduction

• Headspace: Tools for meditation, stress reduction, and better sleep.

• Calm: Resources to relax, meditate, and sleep better.

• Insight Timer: Free meditations and mindfulness practices.

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BIPOC Mental Health

• Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM): Healing and wellness resources for Black communities.

• Therapy for Black Girls: Find culturally competent therapists and wellness resources for Black women and girls.

• The Loveland Foundation: Financial support for therapy services for Black women and girls.

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Grief and Loss

• Care Dimensions: Offers support groups and bereavement counselors. 

• The Dougy Center: Support for children and families coping with loss.

• Open to Hope: Articles and support for navigating grief.

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Postpartum

• Postpartum Support International: Non-profit organization dedicated to helping those suffering from perinatal mood disorders, the most common complication of childbirth. 

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Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

• National Center for PTSD: Education and support for individuals affected by PTSD.

• Give an Hour: Free mental health services for veterans and their families.

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Suicide Prevention

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 988 for 24/7 crisis support.

• Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE): Resources for suicide prevention and education.

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Last updated 1/21/2025.