Resources
Navigating the mental health space can be confusing.
Take a peek at the resources below to help get you to the right place.
Crisis Resources
If you’re currently in a place where your feelings, actions, or behaviors may put you at risk of harming yourself or others, use the below resources for support services.
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988 from any phone to connect with trained counselors who can provide support and resources.
The Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the US, anytime, about any type of crisis.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or visit nami.org for information and support.
Acute Care
Mental health acute care refers to intensive, short-term treatment centers available to support individuals in periods of significant psychological distress or crisis. The below links include in-patient and outpatient options.
Psychology Today (directory, national)
Pathlight (national)
Overlake Medical Center (greater Seattle area)
Thira Health (greater Seattle area)
Fairfax Behavioral Health (greater Seattle area)
Low Cost Therapy
Below are organizations that provide, or can help you find free or low-cost care.
Open Path Collective (directory, national)
Inside Health Institute (greater Seattle area)
Dial 211 for Essential Community Services (national)
University and Trainings Clinics - Search for "university counseling center" or "training clinic" along with the name of a university near you.
Community Mental Health Centers - These centers provide mental health services to individuals and families in their local communities, often with sliding scale fees or accepting Medicaid. Search online for a community health center near you.
Therapist Directories
Did you know that there are many different directories to help you find the right therapist? Many of the sites listed below have filtering options to help you find specialized care.