Resources and Support
This page offers trusted tools, readings, and referrals to support your mental health journey—whether you're in therapy or simply looking for guidance. You'll find recommended books, crisis support contacts, self-help tools, and other resources we believe can be genuinely helpful. These are not a substitute for therapy, but they can complement the work you're doing and offer support between sessions.
Please note: The resources listed here are not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you are in crisis or need immediate support, please call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line), or go to your nearest emergency room.
Crisis Support
Crisis Line, Talk to Someone
Alameda County
988 or (800) 309-2131
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
(800) 273-8255
Crisis Services Mobile Crisis Team
Alameda County, M-F: 8AM - 6PM
(510) 891-5600
Ask for the ON-DUTY clinician
Community Assessment and Transport Team (CATT)
Alameda County, 7 Days a week, 7AM - 11PM
Call 911 and request CATT
Crisis Text Line
Alameda County, 24/7
Text SAFE to 20121
Crisis Text Line
24/7 free support via text for anyone in crisis. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
The Trevor Project
Provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention resources for LGBTQ+ youth, including 24/7 support via phone, text, or chat
Trusted Mental Health Websites
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Offers information on mental health conditions, treatment, support groups, and advocacy. Great for individuals and families.
Mental Health America (MHA)
Provides screening tools, articles, and resources on a wide range of mental health topics, including prevention and early intervention.
The Jed Foundation
Focuses on protecting the emotional health of teens and young adults, with resources for students, parents, and schools.
Psychology Today
Features therapist directories, blog posts, and general mental health education. Especially useful for learning about therapy and treatment types.
SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)
Offers data-driven resources on mental health, substance use, and crisis services. Includes a treatment locator.
National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)
Great for child and adolescent mental health, trauma recovery, and caregiver resources.
Therapy Aid Coalition
Connects people with low-cost therapy in times of crisis or large-scale events, such as natural disasters or national emergencies.
Love is Respect
Provides education and support for teens and young adults experiencing dating violence or unhealthy relationships.