You Matter! (Resources)
- Bea
- Sep 12, 2023
- 3 min read
Updated: Mar 1, 2024
Hey Everyone!
Welcome to the new journey with the Finally Out with Friends hosts Rye & Bea! We understand how important it is to be able to access resources when you're in a situation that you need assistance. So as our first official blog post we are going to be sharing some of the ones we have found here today! Please keep in mind, these are just a stepping stone in the journey. Rye & I are here cheering you on (even if it is just a curious peek!) Please remember how important you are to the world, even if it doesn't feel like it at this moment.
If anyone has any sites they would like to recommend to the community, please do not hesitate to send us an email and I will happily add them to this page!
Find a Therapist
Rye & I both know the importance of having a therapist when you are going through some difficult times. We recommend reacing out to a therapist or counselor if you need someone to talk to. It's never something to be ashamed of, and it is ok if you need the help! Take care of yourself!
Mental Health
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
With Crisistextline you are able to use WhatsApp, Text with them on your phone, or message them through the website itself. Personally I know I do better with being able to text someone versus speaking with I am not doing well. This website is full of information and helpful topics such as Anxiety, Coronavirus, Depression, Eating Disorders, Emotional Abuse, Gun Violence, Loneliness, Suicide, Self Harm... There are also numbers for outside of the USA,
UK:Text SHOUT 85258 USA:Text HOME 741741
CA:Text CONNECT 686868 Ireland:Text HELLO 50808
Bipolar/Depression/Suicide
SAMHSA National Helpline SAMHSA provides a free 24-hour service to help those battling substance abuse-related issues and other mental health conditions, including bipolar disorder. This service is available in multiple languages, including English and Spanish. Reach out through the following contacts: Text: 435748 Call: 1-800-662-4357 or TTY 1-800-487-4889
Lifeline (988lifeline.org) -- Suicide & Crisis Hotline-This site also covers several issues such as Black Mental Health, Maternal Mental health, Youth, Disaster Survivors, Native American, Indian, Indigenous & Alaska Natives, Veterans, Loss Survivors, LGBTQIA+, Attempt Survivors, Deaf, Loss of Hearing, and Hard of Hearing & so much more.
Postpartum Depression/Anxiety/Psychosis
1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)
Call/Text (also has help for Queer & Trans Parents, Military Families, Loss and Grief, Adoptive/Birth Mothers)
1-800-944-4PPD (4773)
Text in English: 800-944-4773 Text en Español: 971-203-7773
Sexuality/Identity
The Trevor Project: (866) 488-7386
HOME | National Coming Out (lgbtcomingout.org) : 1-888-688-5428 (OUT-LGBT)
Substance Abuse
I know this site is already listed under Bipolar, however this site is also for Substance Abuse.
On the site there is an online treatment locator, and you can even text for information on treatment facilities near you. Just text your zip code to the number- 435748 (HELP4U)
Domestic Violence
Thehotline.org website has several options to get assistance or information for DV partners. They also will speak to the person who identify as the abuser to help guide them to different actions. On this site you can Call, Text, or Chat via the website. Please note that sometimes they can experience unusually high call/chat volumes, so you may have a waiting period. Also note that these advocates are available 24/7!
Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Text: START to 88788
Religion Abuse
Dare to Doubt starts with a quick quiz to help you get started in the right direction for your situation. This site has resources for Religious Trama, Mental Health, Crisis Care, LGBTQ+, and even has a page dedicated to resources for specific religions.
Sexual Assault/Incest
Call Rainn- 1-800-656-HOPE(4673)
We hope that these resources are helpful. Please don't forget how important you are. Rye & I are cheering you on during your journey! Take care of yourself, drink your water and take your meds.
XO- Bea
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