Because Brave Expressions is no substitute for therapy or professional help, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of resources that may assist you in your journey to find help.
Immediate Help
If you or a loved one needs is in urgent crisis, use these resources.
If the situation is potentially life-threatening
Emergency Medical Services Call 911
If you or someone you know is in suicidal crisis
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Call 1-800-273-8255
Speak to a live, trained counselor about crises
Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741
General Resources
Finding Treatment or Support
Cerebral Palsy Guidance
Cerebral Palsy Guidance aims to "cover cerebral palsy from all angles–from symptoms, causes, and treatment, to daily living information." All articles are reviewed by doctors and nurses.
Psychology Today is a magazine about human psychology that also provides "a comprehensive directory of therapists, psychiatrists and treatment facilities near you."
Recovery International uses a "cognitive-behavioral, peer-to-peer, self-help training system" in the form of community, telephone, or Internet-based meetings.
NAMI is "the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization" and provides mental health education, help finding a support group, and the NAMI HelpLine.
MHA is a "community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness" that offers a "Where to Get Help" tool, support group info, and various wellness tools.
Psych Central provides information on a variety of mental illnesses, a "Find a Therapist" service, and free online advice via in-house therapists or support groups.
MedlinePlus provides "high-quality, relevant health and wellness information that is trusted, easy to understand, and free of advertising" and also offers a comprehensive directory of health services.
NIMH is the "lead federal agency for research on mental disorders" and provides mental health information on a wide range of topics, including statistics and fact sheets, and clinical research.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
SAMHSA is "the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation" and provides treatment program locators.
WHO works to "improve the mental health of individuals and society at large" and offers various data, fact sheets, and other resources to understand a broad range of health topics.
Mental Health and Addiction Insurance Help seeks to provide the accurate contact information for any questions people may have about mental health benefits versus medical/surgical benefits.
Based out of Washington, D.C., the National Disability Rights Network is the "nation’s largest providers of legal advocacy services for people with disabilities."
Medicine Assistance Tool (MAT) provides patients with "resources and cost-sharing programs that may help lower your out-of-pocket costs, whether or not you have insurance."
NeedyMeds seeks to "educate and empower those seeking affordable healthcare" by providing " information on healthcare programs, offering direct assistance and facilitating programs."
HealthCare.gov offers different healthcare coverage options based on location for those who "have life changes like losing health coverage or having a baby, or if you qualify for Medicaid or CHIP."
HRSA offers programs "for improving health care to people who are geographically isolated, economically or medically vulnerable," as well as affordable training for healthcare professionals.
CMS provides patients with "meaningful information about quality and costs to be active health care consumers" in an effort to empower patients to make health care decisions that are best for them."
Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)
CHADD is a national organization that is "iimproving the lives of people affected by ADHD" by offering support and services for both children (school programs) and adults (work accommodations).
Freedom From Fear seeks to "positively impact the lives of all those affected by anxiety, depression, and related disorders through advocacy, education, research, and community support."
E-couch is an "interactive program with modules for depression, generalised anxiety & worry, social anxiety, relationship breakdown, and loss & grief."
Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA)
ADAA is an "international nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure" of many mental health issues "through education, practice, and research."
DBSA is a resources that provides "education, tools, peer support and a wealth of inspiring stories to help you pursue your own path to wellness" for people personally suffering from mood disorders.
MoodyGym is an Australian worldwide "interactive self-help book which helps you to learn and practise skills which can help to prevent and manage symptoms of depression and anxiety."
DBSA is a resources that provides "education, tools, peer support and a wealth of inspiring stories to help you pursue your own path to wellness" for people personally suffering from mood disorders.
Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA)
ADAA is an "international nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure" of many mental health issues "through education, practice, and research."
Sunshine Behavioral Health has additional resources and solutions for domestic violence, specifically revolving around teens in this technology-advanced world.
The National Domestic Violence Hotline's main goal is to "support survivors 24/7" by providing "lifesaving tools and immediate support to enable victims to find safety and live lives free of abuse."
International OCD Foundation's goal is to "help those affected by obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders to live full and productive lives" by providing effective support.
Treatment and Research Advancements for Borderline Personality Disorder (TARA)
TARA is a "non-profit organization devoted to advocacy, research and education for those affected by Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)," also providing educational programs for family members.
Gift From Within is an organization that seeks to give "trauma survivors, their loved ones and supporters a credible online website that was friendly and supportive."
Schizophrenia.com is a website that "provid[es] high quality information, support and education to the family members, caregivers and individuals whose lives have been impacted by schizophrenia."
Schizophrenia and Related Disorders Alliance of America (SARDAA)
SARDAA provides "recovery through support programs, education, collaboration, and advocacy" to allow people living with a schizophrenia-related brain disorder to live a fulfilling life.
SiOS is a "non-profit outreach initiative providing information and resources about self-injury" and shares others' personal recovery stories, coping mechanisms, and other resources.
S.A.F.E. Alternatives is a "nationally recognized treatment approach, professional network, and educational resource base" that offers services and resources to combat self-destructive behavior.
The Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors is a nonprofit "created by survivors for survivors" and provides online services and information for those coping with loss to suicide, such as a forum.
SPRC is "devoted to advancing the implementation of the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention" and provides comprehensive research, information on training and prevention, and more.
AFSP is a "voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community" and shares stories of hope, resources to get help, suicide research, and advocacy information.
AAS aims to "promote the understanding and prevention of suicide and support those who have been affected" and shares research, resources for loss or attempt survivors, and have an annual conference.
The Recovery Village works to help those that suffer from substance abuse disorders as a result of other underlying mental-health issues in an effort to "heal the whole person."
Addiction Center is an "informational web guide for those who are struggling with substance use disorders" and provides treatment information and a rehab locator, information, and a community blog.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
SAMHSA aims "to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities" and provides a variety fo treatment program locators, information
SYR aims "to offer people a single source of relatable, reliable information at any stage of their recovery journey" and offers addiction information, real stories, and treatment and recovery options.