Empowerment

Mental Health Resources

Knowledge is power. Explore trusted resources to support your mental wellness journey and that of your community.

If you or someone you know is in crisis — call or text 988 immediately. You are not alone.

Education

Understanding Mental Health

Building awareness is the first step toward healing. Here's what you need to know.

What Is Mental Health?

Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act — and how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Good mental health is not simply the absence of illness; it is the foundation for living a full, connected, and meaningful life.

Common Mental Health Conditions

Anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, and PTSD are among the most prevalent mental health challenges in our community. These are real, medical conditions — not signs of weakness or personal failure. They are treatable, and recovery is possible with the right support and care.

Mental Health in the Black Community

Black Americans face unique mental health challenges shaped by systemic racism, historical trauma, and racial stress. Access to culturally affirming care has historically been limited. Understanding these disparities is essential to addressing them — and to building a community where everyone can thrive.

Breaking the Stigma

In many communities, mental health struggles are met with silence or shame. But seeking help is an act of courage and strength. By talking openly about mental health, supporting one another, and accessing care, we collectively dismantle stigma and build a culture of healing and wholeness.

Trusted Resources

Find Support

These organizations are vetted, trusted, and committed to mental wellness for our community.

NAMI

National Alliance on Mental Illness

The nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for Americans affected by mental illness.

Visit nami.org

Therapy for Black Girls

An online space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls, including a therapist directory.

Visit therapyforblackgirls.com

Black Mental Health Alliance

Develops and coordinates behavioral health education, training, and referral services for Black communities.

Visit blackmentalhealth.com

Crisis Text Line

Free, 24/7 mental health crisis support via text message. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.

Text HOME to 741741

988 Lifeline

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 anytime for free, confidential support for people in suicidal crisis or mental health distress.

Call or Text 988

SAMHSA Helpline

SAMHSA National Helpline

A free, confidential, 24/7 information service providing referrals to local treatment and support groups.

1-800-662-4357

Breathe With Me

A Moment of Calm

Controlled breathing reduces anxiety, lowers your heart rate, and helps ground you in the present moment.

Ready

Inhale 4s · Hold 7s · Exhale 8s

You Are Not Alone

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out immediately.

988

Call or Text — Available 24/7