Taking even a small step towards improved mental health can make a huge difference. These resources are intended to be a starting point for people looking to take steps to support their mental health.
If you would like help navigating any of the resources below or would like to talk with someone about what a good next step for you could be, you are invited to reach out to one of our pastors. We are not mental health professionals, but would like to assist as we are able in getting you the care you need.
Remember, your PCP/doctor can provide an assessment of what you are experiencing and also make therapy referrals. You may also consider contacting your insurance provider who can provide a list of therapists in the area who accept your insurance plan.
If you are in crisis or are thinking of harming yourself:
call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255
If applicable, check out your employer's EAP (Employee Assistance Program) for free short-term counseling referral services. Some EAP programs also give you a limited number of free counseling visits per referral.
General Therapy Directories
PsychologyToday website is a really good first step. There are a number of filter options and you can even select to filter by your insurance.
Therapy Matcher is a free referral service. You can tell them exactly what your needs are and they do the work of finding a therapist that is a good fit.
TherapyTribe is a search by location and specialization engine to find qualified mental health professionals in your area or online
Anxiety and Depression Association of America This tool can search locations by city, location (state or province), or country
Directory for Therapists an online directory for mental health professionals
New Life Christian Counseling is for people who are requesting Christian counselors, New Life has a referral service. Registration is $75 but it pays for your first counseling session, which can be rolled over into a session with another counselor if the first one doesn't work out.
BetterHelp will do a brief intake and match you with an online therapist, based on specialty and insurance
Local Therapy Directories
Gordon College Center for Student Counseling and Wellness has an excellent Mental Health Referral page that they update annually. They also vet all the professionals on the list. *This is not only for students
Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) also has a website with tips and additional resources on finding mental health support, such as a 24/7 crisis support hotline, as well as free public referral hotlines that can help connect you with services.
Alma a therapist directory that includes in-depth provider profiles (only for New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Massachusetts)
Guide for Finding Mental Health Support created by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) includes a wealth of tips and additional resources on finding mental health support in the state.
Demographic Specific Resources
MGH Center for Cross-Cultural Student Emotional Wellness is currently compiling a mental health provider database (mostly psychiatrists and psychologists at this point) in MA and across the U.S. who specialize in working with Asian/Asian American individuals and families. You can email info@mghstudentwellness.org and ask for therapist referrals with various specifics (i.e. languages spoken, location, insurance, areas of expertise, etc).
Multicultural Mental Health Resource Directory (compiled by the MA Department of Mental Health and Office of Race, Equity & Inclusion).
Inclusive Therapists offers options for demographic specific therapy
Multicultural Mental Health Resource Directory is compiled annually by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health and Office of Race, Equity & Inclusion.
Latinx Therapy provides mental health support resources and a database of Latinx therapists and speakers.
Mustard Seed Generation dedicated to fostering conversations about mental health in the Korean American community. They also have an extensive counseling directory.
Center for Asian American Christianity Princeton Theological Seminary produced these resources specifically addressing perfectionism among Asian Americans
Compendium of College Student Specific Resources put together by the Center for Online Education has a list of excellent resources specifically addressing the stresses of online college students.
NuPath, Inc. a human services agency offering a variety of services and programs for adults living with disability, including autism, in Eastern Massachusetts
Clinicians of Color a directory for therapists who are BIPOC.
Therapy for Black Girls a directory of therapists for Black women by location.
Therapy for Queer People of Color a directory for therapists catering to the needs of ethnically/racially diverse LGBTQ+ people.
National Queer & Trans Therapists of Color network (nation-wide therapist directory)
Spiritual Direction
For those seeking spiritual direction, LTI provides a listing of people who have received a Certificate of Completion of training in LTI’s Selah Certificate in Spiritual Direction Program.
Resources for Kids, Teens, and Families
A PCP/doctor or school counselor can be a great resource for guidance when looking to support your child or teen.
Mind Yeti's YouTube channel find free mindfulness videos geared towards kids on
Families for Depression Awareness has programs and resources for families affected by depression or bipolar disorder, with the goal of preventing suicides.
The Children’s Room offers grief support for families and kids in eastern Massachusetts.
Apps
Abide offers biblical meditations for worship, relaxation, anxiety, and sleep.
Calm is a popular app for mindfulness, relaxation and sleep.
Headspace offers guided mindfulness and relaxation techniques rooted in ancient history and modern science, aimed at helping individuals or whole workplaces.
Cat Videos
Weird Little Guys - Instagram Feed of cats being weird little guys
Cats Sitting in Tiny Chairs - Buzzfeed article, literally, just a bunch of cats sitting in tiny chairs