Mental Health Links
The following links are listed to provide you with additional online mental health care information. Please also check the additional links provided for physical health for a more comprehensive understanding of your over-all well-being. The following is not meant to be a comprehensive list, nor is it an endorsement of the content of the sites.
12 Step Programs Links
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): For recovery from alcoholism.
Narcotics Anonymous (NA): For recovery from drug addiction.
Overeaters Anonymous (OA): For recovery from compulsive eating disorders.
Gamblers Anonymous (GA): For recovery from compulsive gambling.
Debtors Anonymous (DA): For recovery from compulsive debting.
Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA): For recovery from codependency.
Emotions Anonymous (EA): For recovery from emotional difficulties.
Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA): For recovery from sex addiction.
Workaholics Anonymous (WA): For recovery from workaholism.
Clutterers Anonymous (CLA): For recovery from compulsive cluttering or hoarding.
Adult Children Of Alcoholics (ACOA) and ACA: For recovery from the effects of being raised by an alcoholic parent(s)
Smoking Addicts Anonymous (SAA): For recovery from nicotine addiction.
ALANON: Al-Anon is another prominent 12-step program, focused on friends and family members of alcoholics
Alateen: Alateen specifically addresses the needs of teens who have been impacted by parental or family alcoholism/addiction during their childhood years.
Addicted to Electronics
Addiction Information Link
Family Support Programs
Alternatives to Residential Treatment (ART) program providing intensive outpatient programming for adolescents
Family and Friends of People Living with Thoughts of Suicide (Virtual)
2nd & 4th Tuesday, 4:30pm to 6pm ET.
About 12.2 million adults have thoughts of suicide. This group is for their loved ones. Share your experiences and listen to others who are close to someone with suicidal ideation. This group offers support in a welcoming, non-judgmental environment and is facilitated by family members of people with mental health needs.
To join with video, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87059125417?pwd=andURTFhL3NUKzRhd0dJeVFJRSsrQT09
To join by phone, dial: 646-931-3860 enter Meeting ID: 870 5912 5417, Password: 068780
We invite you to join us five minutes before the group starts. To minimize disruption, no one will be admitted after 5pm
Black Minds Matter Family & Friends Support Group (Virtual)
1st & 3rd Monday, 6pm to 8:30pm ET.
For adults who identify as Black and have a loved one with a mental illness or symptoms, or any mental health challenge.
To join with video, click here – https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84510898065?pwd=Z09QYTFwMERWRkhHQnhHQnE1Z0c0dz09
To join by phone, dial 646-558-8656, Meeting ID: 845 1089 8065
We invite you to join us five minutes before the group starts. To minimize disruption, no one will be admitted after 8:30pm
Parents Support Group (Virtual)
1st & 3rd Saturday of the month, 1 to 2:30pm ET.
For parents and adult caregivers of children and adults. This meeting is facilitated by a parent of a child with mental health needs. This group provides opportunities to share valuable coping strategies and practical information that helps you support your loved ones experiencing mental health challenges.
To join with video, click here https://zoom.us/j/285719860?pwd=dWljSEszNkRsMDk3Y3BkLzlTODA3QT09
To join by phone, dial 646-558-8656, enter Meeting ID: 285 719 860, Password: 070005
We invite you to join us five minutes before the group starts. To minimize disruption, no one will be admitted after 1:30pm
THE ACKERMAN INSTITUTE FOR THE FAMILY HAS FREE PARENT AND CAREGIVER WEBINARS, CLICK HERE
https://www.ackerman.org/free-parent-caregiver-webinars/
Family & Friends of People with Mood Disorders Support Group (Virtual)
3rd Monday, 8pm to 9:30pm ET.
For family members and friends of someone with a mood disorder, including major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, cyclothymia, and SAD (seasonal affective disorder). Get support, sharing of coping strategies and information, and find community.
To join with video, click here – https://zoom.us/j/434999552?pwd=TkM5dXR5NmlRWUxDNDlwOU52T0ZZUT09
To join via phone, dial 646-558-8656, enter Meeting ID: 434 999 552, Password: 105586
We invite you to join us five minutes before the group starts. To minimize disruption, no one will be admitted after 8:30pm
Family & Friends Support Group (Virtual)
2nd & 4th Tuesday, 6pm to 7:30pm ET.
For family members and friends of individuals with any mental illness. This group provides opportunities to share valuable coping strategies and practical information that helps you support your loved ones experiencing mental health challenges.
To join with video, click here https://zoom.us/j/350202920?pwd=eGpNay9ZRS9ZYStCZTlVL1BuVEhwdz09
To join via phone, dial 646-558-8656, enter Meeting ID: 350 202 920, Password: 145315
We invite you to join us five minutes before the group starts. To minimize disruption, no one will be admitted after 6:30pm
If you are interested in being paired with a mentor with a similar lived experience, check out our Family Match Program. If this program is of interest to you, fill out the interest form on our website and our Coordinator will reach out to you to provide more detailed information about the program.
Classes
- A 90-minute seminar for families, partners, and friends of adults experiencing a mental health challenge. This class will give you a better understanding of mental illness, increase your coping skills, and empower you to become an advocate for your loved one. To register for the next seminar, click on this link.
- An 8-week class for families, partners, and friends of adults with mental illness. This class will give you a better understanding of mental illness, increase your coping skills, and empower you to become an advocate for your loved one. Here is the Family to Family Interest Form
NAMI Family-to-Family for the African American Community Class
- An 8-week class for families, partners, and friends of adults with mental illness. Our Family-to-Family for the African American Community centers around the unique mental health struggles that face the African American and Black communities Here is the NAMI Family to Family for the African American Community Interest Form.
- A 6-week class for parents and caregivers of children and teens 17 and under who are showing signs of emotional and/or behavioral difficulties, or who have a mental health diagnosis. Here is the NAMI Basics Interest Form
Associations & Institutes
- American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- https://www.caring.com/senior-living/assisted-living/options-for-seniors-with-mental-health-conditions/
- American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
- American Counseling Association
- American Psychiatric Association
- American Psychological Association
- American Psychological Society
- Mental Health America
- MentalHealth.gov/
- National Institute of Mental Health
- National Mental Health Association
- National Eating Disorders Association
- National Sleep Foundation
- National Women’s Health Resource Center
- The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
- NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Suicide Awareness and Hotlines
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
- Suicide Awareness Voices of Education
- Suicide: Read This First
Depression
- Bipolar Disorder News – Pendulum.org
- Depression and How Therapy Can Help
- Depression Screening
- Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
- Mental Health Disability Rights in The Workplace: A Guide For Employees
Anxiety Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Give an Hour— for veterans and their families
- National Center for PTSD
- The Gift From Within
- Sidran Institute
Addiction and Recovery
Eating Disorders
Personality Disorders
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Child Abuse and Domestic Violence
- Childhelp USA®
- Questions and Answers about Memories of Childhood Abuse
- The National Domestic Violence Hotline Website
Developmental Disorders
Diagnosis
Medication
- DrugWatch.com provides up-to-date information about prescription and over-the-counter medications, including details about associated side effects.
Support for Pregnancy Loss:
Loss Support Group: Their support groups are open to people who have experienced a pregnancy loss at any stage.
https://www.themiscarriagetherapist.com/upcomingevents.html
Eating Disorders Resources:
NEDA Helpline
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline
AGORA 505-277-3013
http://www.agoracares.org/help-line.html
Additional Crisis Lines
https://www.apa.org/topics/crisis-hotlines
Virtual Support Groups
https://www.alsana.com/programs/online-support-group/
https://www.opheliasplace.org/community-support
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/neda-network-virtual-support-groups
https://eatingdisorderfoundation.org/get-help/support-groups/support-group-schedule/
https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/eating-disorder-support-groups-and- programs/#locations
Free Mentorship Program
https://eatingdisorderfoundation.org/get-help/request-a-mentor/
Meal Supports
Project Heal
https://www.theprojectheal.org/meal-support
Instagram Free Meal Supports
@chelsealevynutrition Wednesday at 1:00 PM EST
@jackieshapintherapy Jackie Shapin and Gloria Williamson via Instagram Live on
Thursdays at 3:00 PM EST
Support for Friends & Family of Those in Recovery
Alsana Family Program
https://www.alsana.com/programs/family-program/ NEDA - List contains 4 Family + Friends Support Groups
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/neda-network-virtual-support-groups
Eating Disorder Foundation - List contains 2 Family + Friends Groups
https://eatingdisorderfoundation.org/get-help/support-groups/support-group-schedule/
"Sick Enough" by Dr. Jennifer L. Gaudiani
https://www.sickenough.com/ Your Recovery Resource
https://yourrecoveryresource.thinkific.com/courses/Your-Recovery-Resource
NEDA: Parent Toolkit & What to say when sharing your concerns with a loved one:
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/learn/help/caregivers Eating Disorder Foundation's Free Caregiver Mentorship Program
https://eatingdisorderfoundation.org/get-help/request-a-caregiver-mentor/
EDF Caregiver Monthly Connection
Speaking Compassion
https://www.alsana.com/speaking-words-compassion-recovery/
School Isn’t A Good Reason To Delay Treatment
https://www.alsana.com/school-isnt-a-good-reason-to-delay-treatment/
Resources: Compassion Focused Therapy
https://www.opheliasplace.org/resources
Gilbert, Paul (2009) Introducing Compassion Focused Therapy. Advances in Psychiatric Treatment.
You are already all you need to be: A case illustration of compassion focused therapy for shame and perfectionism. Steindl & Matos. Clinical Psychology. 2020
Stan Steindl: https://www.stansteindl.com/ Book: CFT Made Simple - Kolts
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781626253100/cft-made-simple/
Article: The Origins and Nature of CFT – Gilbert
https://self-compassion.org/wp-content/uploads/publications/GilbertCFT.pdf
Video Series: Compassion in a T-Shirt
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCujCvGkc_TFF7KmA0Sk4E7A
Social Club For queer and trans-affirming Group in NYC
https://www.katelibbycoaching.com/social-club
Cyberbullying
https://cutterlaw.com/social-media-and-cyberbullying-guide/
Pet Loss Resources
If you or anyone you know is in need of our in-home, end-of-life services, including Pet Loss Support, please visit LapofLove.com or call Support Center at (855) 933-5683.
https://www.sacredembers.com/sacredembers.html
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