Mental Health Support & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available. Below are trusted resources for immediate help, education, and community support across different needs and populations.
Alongside these external organisations, our own articles cover diagnosis, medication and what to expect from psychiatric care. If cost or waitlists are the obstacle, this article covers getting access to mental health care in Los Angeles.
Immediate Support (24/7 Hotlines)
For urgent emotional support or crisis situations:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Call: (800) 273-8255 - SAMHSA National Helpline
Call: (877) 726-4727 - NAMI Helpline
Call: (800) 950-6264 - Trans Lifeline
Call: (877) 565-8860 - Teen Line
Call: (800) 852-8336 - RAINN Sexual Assault Hotline
Call: (800) 656-4673 - National Domestic Violence Hotline
Call: (800) 799-7233
TTY: (800) 787-3224 - StrongHearts Native Helpline
Call: (844) 762-8483
Educational Organizations
Reliable sources for information, treatment guidance, and advocacy:
Culturally Inclusive & Identity-Based Support
Resources tailored to specific communities and lived experiences:
BIPOC & Multicultural Support
- Therapy for Black Girls
- Therapy for Black Men
- Therapy for Latinx / Latinx Therapy
- Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM)
- Black Girls Smile
- Asian American Psychological Association
- Asian Pacific Islander Mental Health (AANHPI)
- South Asian Mental Health Initiative & Network (SAMHIN)
- Native American Health Center
- National Queer & Trans Therapists of Color Network
- APISAA Therapist Directory
LGBTQ+ Support
Support by Life Stage & Community
Targeted care based on age and background:
Veterans & Active Duty
Local Resources in Los Angeles
Support close to home, across Los Angeles County and the Westside:
Low-Cost & Community Clinics
Peer Support & Higher Levels of Care
Condition-Specific Support
Focused support for specific mental health conditions:
Substance Use & Recovery
Trauma & Family Support
Disclaimer:
These resources are provided for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing a medical or psychiatric emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. Results may vary, and treatment requires evaluation.
