Resources
Mental health organizations, recommended reading, and more!
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LINKS
search tools
Christian Care Connect (by AACC) – Find Christian counselors, coaches, and clinics
Psychology Today – Powerful search tool for therapists and support with a variety of filters
Suicide Survivor Support Groups (by AFSP) – Find a support group near you
Sunshine Behavioral Health Directory – Find free treatment resources near you
TruCircle – Find a Black therapist near you
National crisis lines
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 / Online Chat
Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741
Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233 / Online Chat
LGBTQ+ Youth Support (The Trevor Project) 1-866-488-7386 / Text START to 678678 / Online Chat
Transgender Crisis Line 1-877-565-8860
Veterans Crisis Line 1-800-273-8255, Press 1 / Text 838255 / Online Chat
National organizations
ARTICLES, DOWNLOADS, and BLOGS
ARTICLES
Black Men Matter: Examining Mental Health Issues Among Black Men – A Guide to Freedom
DOWNLOADS
Compassion in Action: A Guide for Faith Communities Serving People Experiencing Mental Illness
Mental Health Overview: A reference to the most common disorders and treaments
Start-up Guide: How to launch a mental health support group
BLOGS
Cornerstone Christian Counseling – Blog on mental health and relationships
Simply Satisfied by Amanda Filler – Blog on faith, family, and food to nourish and heal the body
Southwest Counseling Associates – Blog on mental health and relationships
black community support
Black Men’s Health Project – Developing culturally competent strategies to improve health outcomes for Black men
Black Mental Wellness – Culturally sensitive resources related to Black mental health
The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation – Erasing the stigma around mental health issues in the African American community
Safe Black Space – Creating opportunities for Black people to heal and thrive
TES: Black Experiences – Free resources for teaching mental wellness
Therapy for Black Girls – Encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls
Therapy for Black Men – Understanding that strength still needs support
TruCircle – Find a Black therapist near you
children and youth
Free activities for teachers and parents – by Mentally Health Schools
christian / Faith-based support
LOCAL RESOURCES
COLORADO
Colorado Crisis Services 1-844-493-8255 / Text TALK to 38255
Minority Mental Health Resources – List of local resources posted July 2020
My Quiet Cave – Christ-centered support groups for mental wellness
Safe2Tell Colorado – Anonymously report anything that threatens you or others
Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Program
our partners
suicide prevention & training
Living Works – Empowering people to save lives from suicide
Mental Health First Aid – Identify. Understand. Respond.
QPR Institute – Three steps to help prevent suicide
Soul Shop – Faith-based suicide prevention training
Sources of Strength – Empowering youth to prevent suicide
Yellow Ribbon – Suicide prevention training
RECOMMENDED READING
My Quiet Cave is thrilled to provide you with the following resources, recommended by our staff or partners. As an Amazon Associate, My Quiet Cave receives funding through any qualifying purchases. Happy browsing!
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