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Whether it's an emergency, you're ready to talk to someone, or you're just starting to read up — this is the directory. Every organization here is one our team has vetted, and we re-check the links and numbers on a schedule.
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Right now, today
If you're in immediate danger or seriously hurt, call 911. For everything else on the edge of that — thoughts of suicide, a crisis you can't ride out alone, fear you might hurt someone — these answer 24/7, free and confidential.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Anyone in emotional crisis or thinking about suicide — right now
Call 988 Text 988988lifeline.org24/7; English & Spanish (press 2, or text AYUDA); ASL videophone and TTY options
988 Lifeline Chat
Crisis help when typing feels safer than talking
988lifeline.org/chat24/7; English & Spanish
Crisis Text Line
Fast, silent support by text for any painful moment
Text HOME to 741741crisistextline.org24/7; English, and Spanish (text AYUDA to 741741); also available via web chat and WhatsApp
Veterans Crisis Line
Veterans and service members in crisis, and the people worried about them
Dial 988, then press 1 Text 838255veteranscrisisline.net24/7; dial 988 then press 1; options for deaf and hard of hearing
The Trevor Project
LGBTQ+ young people in crisis or feeling alone
Call 1-866-488-7386 Text START to 678-678thetrevorproject.org24/7
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Anyone experiencing abuse at home — men included
Call 1-800-799-7233 Text START to 88788thehotline.org24/7; interpretation in 200+ languages; TTY 1-800-787-3224; live chat at thehotline.org
National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)
Survivors of sexual assault or abuse, recent or long ago
Call 1-800-656-4673rainn.org24/7; online chat at hotline.rainn.org; Spanish resources at rainn.org/es
The directory
Peer support, therapy finders, low-cost care, and solid reading — filter it down to what fits.
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Man Therapy
Grit Digital Health & Colorado Office of Suicide Prevention
Uses humor — via fictional therapist Dr. Rich Mahogany — to get men thinking about their mental health. Take the 18-point 'Head Inspection' self-check and get straight talk on anger, stress, depression, and more.
Best for: Guys who'd never click on a typical mental health site
Link verified August 2026
HeadsUpGuys
University of British Columbia
A practical guide for men managing and preventing depression — self-checks, concrete tips, 100+ recovery stories from other guys, free self-guided courses, and a therapist directory.
Best for: Men who want practical, self-paced tools for depression
Link verified August 2026
ManKind Project
The ManKind Project
A nonprofit men's community running free, peer-facilitated men's groups in 27+ countries, plus the New Warrior Training Adventure — an intensive personal-growth weekend. Not affiliated with any religion or political party.
Best for: Men seeking an ongoing men's group and real connection
Link verified August 2026
Black Men Heal
Black Men Heal
Matches men of color with culturally responsive therapists of color and provides up to eight free therapy sessions, plus Kings Corner virtual peer support groups. Apply online; there may be a waiting period.
Best for: Black men who want a therapist who shares their lived experience
Not an emergency service — in crisis, call or text 988
Link verified August 2026
Face It Foundation
Face It Foundation
Peer support groups, one-on-one peer connections, and retreats for men working through depression — all free of charge. Based in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota, with an intake meeting before joining a group.
Best for: Minnesota men who want other men to lean on through depression
Intake meetings Mon–Fri 8:00am–4:30pm CT
Link verified August 2026
VA Mental Health
US Department of Veterans Affairs
The VA's hub for veteran mental health — plain information on depression, PTSD, substance use, and more, plus how to access VA care in person, by telehealth, or through self-guided tools.
Best for: Veterans starting or navigating VA mental health care
Link verified August 2026
Military OneSource
US Department of Defense
Free, confidential non-medical counseling and practical support for service members and their families — by phone, chat, or in person. Also serves veterans within 365 days of separation.
Best for: Service members and military families needing free, confidential counseling
24/7; interpretation available
Link verified August 2026
Vets4Warriors
Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care
A 24/7 peer support line staffed by veterans, for veterans, service members, and their families. It's not a crisis line — it's someone who's been there, ready to talk anything through, anytime.
Best for: Veterans who want to talk to another veteran, not a clinician
24/7
Link verified August 2026
VA Caregiver Support Line (formerly Coaching Into Care)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
The VA's support line for family and friends who want to help a veteran get care. The Coaching Into Care program ended in April 2024, and calls to its old number now route here for coaching, guidance, and referrals.
Best for: Family members unsure how to help a veteran get care
Mon–Fri 8am–8pm ET
Link verified August 2026
TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors)
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors
Comfort and care for anyone grieving the death of a military or veteran loved one — peer mentors who've lived the same loss, grief seminars, casework help, and a 24/7 helpline.
Best for: Anyone grieving the death of a military or veteran loved one
Helpline 24/7
Link verified August 2026
GriefShare
Church Initiative
13-week grief support groups hosted by local churches, built around video seminars, group discussion, and a personal workbook. Search by ZIP code to find an in-person or online group near you.
Best for: Structured, faith-based grief support in a small group
Most groups charge a small fee for the workbook
Link verified August 2026
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
The largest suicide prevention organization in the US — clear education on warning signs and risk factors, how to have an honest conversation with someone you're worried about, plus research and advocacy.
Best for: Learning the warning signs of suicide and how to respond
Link verified August 2026
I've Lost Someone (AFSP)
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
AFSP's hub for suicide loss survivors — practical guidance for the immediate aftermath, Healing Conversations peer support from fellow survivors, and a directory of loss support groups near you.
Best for: First steps and ongoing support after losing someone to suicide
Guides available in English & Spanish
Link verified August 2026
Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors
Alliance of Hope
An online community for people grieving a suicide loss, centered on a moderated forum that works like a support group available around the clock, plus survivor stories and grief resources.
Best for: Suicide loss survivors who want a community that understands, day or night
Forum accessible 24/7; paid one-on-one grief consultations also offered
Link verified August 2026
SAMHSA National Helpline
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
A free, confidential information and referral line for mental health and substance use. Connects you or a family member with local treatment programs, support groups, and community organizations.
Best for: Finding local treatment for substance use or mental health, free
24/7, 365 days a year; English & Spanish
Link verified August 2026
FindTreatment.gov
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
The federal government's confidential locator for state-licensed substance use and mental health treatment providers. Filter by location, payment options (including free and sliding-scale), and telehealth.
Best for: Searching licensed treatment providers by location and payment options
Search tool is free; treatment costs vary by provider
Link verified August 2026
SMART Recovery
SMART Recovery
Free, science-based mutual-support meetings for overcoming addictive behavior — in person and online. Secular and skills-focused, it works as an alternative or complement to 12-step programs.
Best for: A practical, non-religious alternative to 12-step meetings
Meetings free; family & friends meetings also available
Link verified August 2026
NAMI HelpLine
National Alliance on Mental Illness
The nation's largest grassroots mental health organization. The free HelpLine answers questions and points you to resources, and local NAMI affiliates run free education classes and support groups — including for families.
Best for: Free answers, classes, and support groups for you or your family
Mon–Fri 10am–10pm ET; not a crisis line — in crisis, call or text 988
Link verified August 2026
To Write Love on Her Arms
To Write Love on Her Arms
A nonprofit offering hope and connection for people facing depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicidal thoughts — honest stories on its blog plus a FIND HELP tool for locating vetted local resources.
Best for: Feeling less alone with depression, addiction, or self-injury
Link verified August 2026
The Jed Foundation (JED)
The Jed Foundation
A nonprofit focused on emotional health and suicide prevention for teens and young adults. Its Mental Health Resource Center answers real questions about tough feelings, relationships, school, and getting help.
Best for: Teens and young adults sorting out tough emotions
Link verified August 2026
love is respect
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Support for young people (roughly ages 13–26) dealing with dating abuse or unhealthy relationships. Call, chat, or text with trained advocates 24/7, and learn what healthy love actually looks like.
Best for: Young people questioning whether their relationship is healthy or safe
24/7; English & Spanish; live chat on the website
Link verified August 2026
Movember Mental Fitness
Movember
Movember's men's mental health hub — expert-backed guides on spotting when a friend is struggling, what to say (and what not to say) when someone opens up, and keeping yourself mentally fit.
Best for: Checking in on a friend and knowing what to say
Link verified August 2026
Mental Health America
Mental Health America
A century-old nonprofit offering free, anonymous, clinically validated online screening tools for depression, anxiety, and more — plus plain-language education and a network of local affiliates.
Best for: Free, anonymous screening to see where you stand
Link verified August 2026
HelpGuide
HelpGuide.org International
Free, evidence-based mental health and wellness guides written in plain language by a nonprofit — depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep, stress, relationships, and dozens of other topics.
Best for: Trustworthy plain-language reading on almost any mental health topic
Link verified August 2026
Men's Mental Health (ADAA)
Anxiety and Depression Association of America
Evidence-based information on how anxiety and depression show up in men, why men are less likely to seek help, and how to find treatment — including ADAA's therapist directory.
Best for: Understanding how anxiety and depression show up differently in men
Link verified August 2026
Active Minds Referral Resources
Active Minds
From the leading nonprofit for young adult mental health — a guide to finding help on campus, in your community, and through peers, including crisis options and national helplines.
Best for: Students and young adults figuring out where to find help
Link verified August 2026
CDC Mental Health
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The CDC's plain-language overview of mental health — what it is, how to care for yourself and support others, coping with stress, workplace mental health, and where to find help.
Best for: A no-nonsense government primer on mental health basics
Link verified August 2026
Open Path Psychotherapy Collective
Open Path Psychotherapy Collective
A nonprofit network of therapists offering sessions at $30–$70 (up to $80 for couples and families) for people without insurance or who can't afford standard rates. One-time $65 lifetime membership fee.
Best for: Affordable therapy without insurance ($30–$70 a session)
Link verified August 2026
Psychology Today Therapist Directory
Psychology Today
The largest US therapist directory — search by ZIP code and filter by specialty, insurance, cost, gender, and telehealth. Profiles list fees and let you contact therapists directly.
Best for: Browsing therapist profiles to find the right fit
Directory free to search; therapist fees vary
Link verified August 2026
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