MENTAL HEALTH & THERAPY

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ADAA Online Support Communities

Connect with people who understand

Free, anonymous, moderated peer communities for people affected by anxiety, depression, PTSD and related mental health concerns.

Peer Support Free
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WHO IT'S FOR People affected by anxiety, depression, PTSD or related mental health concerns, including selected communities for family members and caregivers.
HOURS Online communities available 24/7; this does not mean professional counselors are continuously present.

Important: These are peer to peer communities and do not replace professional mental health care or emergency crisis support.

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Give an Hour - Peer Support Groups

Free virtual peer support built around shared experiences.

Join free virtual groups where people with similar life experiences connect, share encouragement, and support one another through difficult circumstances.

Peer Support Free
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WHO IT'S FOR People who qualify for an available experience based support group
HOURS Scheduled weekly groups; meeting times vary

Important: Peer support is not professional therapy or crisis counseling. Groups serve people with particular shared experiences, and participation depends on the group. Privacy cannot be guaranteed for information shared with other participants.

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National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

Talk with someone about maternal mental health

Free, confidential 24/7 mental health support and resource navigation during pregnancy, after birth and throughout the maternal mental health period.

Helpline Support Free
Text: 833-852-6262
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WHO IT'S FOR Pregnant people, mothers, new parents and their families seeking mental health support before, during or after pregnancy.
HOURS 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Important: This is a maternal mental health support and navigation hotline, not a suicide crisis line. For suicidal crisis in the United States, call or text 988.

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SAMHSA National Helpline

Get help finding mental health or substance use treatment

Free 24/7 information and treatment referral help for mental health and substance use concerns.

Helpline Support Free Helpline
Text: Text your ZIP code to 435748
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WHO IT'S FOR People and families in the United States seeking treatment information or referrals for mental health or substance use concerns.
HOURS National Helpline: 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

Important: SAMHSA's National Helpline provides information and referrals, not counseling or therapy. A directory listing does not guarantee an immediate appointment or free treatment.

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NAMI HelpLine

Mental-health support, information, and help finding resources.

Talk with a HelpLine specialist who can offer emotional support, answer mental-health questions, and help you identify resources for yourself or someone you care about.

Peer Support Free
Text: NAMI to 62640
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WHO IT'S FOR Ages 13+ nationwide
HOURS Mon–Fri, 10 AM–10 PM ET; excluding federal holidays

Important: NAMI HelpLine is not therapy or a crisis service. It does not provide 24/7 emergency support.