Mental Health & Emotional Support

Focused resources for anxiety, trauma, and stress related to political events.

Crisis & Immediate Support

Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741. Free, 24/7, confidential text-based support.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988. Not just for suicidal crises; also for overwhelming anxiety and distress.
The Trevor Project – Crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth

Therapy & Counseling (Low or No Cost)

Open Path Collective – Sliding-scale therapy ($30–$80/session) with licensed therapists.
Psychology Today's Therapist Finder – Filter by sliding scale and specialty (trauma, anxiety, political stress).
NOCD – Specialized OCD and anxiety support, often covered by insurance.

Community & Peer Support

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Free peer support groups, education, and a helpline (1-800-950-6264).
Mental Health America – Free screening tools and peer support communities.
7 Cups – Free online chat with trained volunteer listeners and peer support forums.

Self-Help & Coping Tools

Headspace – Offers free meditations, including for anxiety and stress.
Calm – Has a free tier with breathing exercises and sleep support.
MindShift CBT – Designed specifically for anxiety using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques.

Political Stress Specifically from the American Psychological Association (APA)