The following governmental agencies, nonprofit organizations and professional associations provide information, education, advice and treatment options for mental health conditions like depression, anxiety and addiction. Some of these resources also offer search tools to find mental health professionals and support in your area.
National Organization and Governmental Agencies
National Institute of Mental Health
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA)
SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.
NAMI
NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Health site offers education on mental health issues, treatments, how to recognize the warning signs and more.
The Mental Health Hub
The Mental Health Hub (TMHH) was created to serve as a companion to anyone beginning their mental health journey.
Resources to Find a Mental Health Professional
FindTreatment.gov
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) collects information on thousands of state-licensed providers who specialize in treating substance use disorders, addiction, and mental illness.
ADAA Anxiety and Depression Association of America
ADAA works to prevent, treat, and cure anxiety disorders and depression.
The American Psychiatry Association
The American Psychiatric Association is an organization of psychiatrists working together to ensure humane care and effective treatment for all persons with mental illness, including substance use disorders.
NAMI
NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Health site offers education on mental health issues, treatments, how to recognize the warning signs and more.
Depression & Anxiety
ADAA Anxiety & Depression Association of America
ADAA is a mental health professional organization focusing on anxiety, depressive, obsessive-compulsive, and trauma-related disorders. Their site has tips on managing illness, educational resources and a search function for finding professional help.
Half of us
Half of US is a site run by the JED Foundation and MTV, with facts on mental health for young people and college students plus you’re find advice on how to talk to a friend about mental health.
Suicide Prevention
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
This Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
Hope for the Day
Hope for the Day (HFTD) is a non-profit movement empowering the conversation on proactive suicide prevention and mental health education.
JED Foundation
https://www.jedfoundation.org/
The Jed Foundation is a nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for our nation's teens and young adults
Trevor Project
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to the LGBTQ community for young people under 25.
Hotlines
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Veterans Crisis Line
1-800-273-8255
https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)
1-800-931-2237
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/
NAMI
1-800-950-NAMI