Resources

Crisis Support

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Crisis Text Line

  • Text: HOME to 741741 (available 24/7)

  • Free, confidential crisis support via text message

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Mental Health Education

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

  • Website: nimh.nih.gov

  • Evidence-based information about mental health conditions and treatments

Mental Health America

  • Website: mhanational.org

  • Mental health screening tools and educational resources

Anxiety and Depression Association of America

  • Website: adaa.org

  • Resources for understanding and managing anxiety and depression

Emergency Services

911 Emergency

  • Text to 911: Available in many Louisiana parishes

  • TTY: 711 (relay service)

  • VP: Use video relay service to contact 911

Louisiana Department of Health - Behavioral Health

  • Website: ldh.la.gov

  • State mental health resources and programs

When to Seek Emergency Help:

  • If you're having thoughts of hurting yourself or others

  • If you're experiencing a mental health crisis

  • If you feel unsafe or are in immediate danger

Important Note: These resources are provided for educational purposes. If you're experiencing a mental health emergency, please contact 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately.

Questions about resources?

Feel free to discuss any of these resources during our sessions. I'm happy to help you navigate mental health support options.

Deaf-Specific Resources

National Association of the Deaf (NAD)

  • Website: nad.org

  • Advocacy, resources, and information about Deaf rights and culture

Deaf Mental Health Collective

  • Advocacy and resources specifically for Deaf mental health

  • Information about culturally affirmative mental health care

Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)

  • Website: rid.org

  • Find certified interpreters if needed for other healthcare appointments

Technology Support

SimplePractice Help Center

Internet Speed Test

  • Website: speedtest.net

  • Test your internet connection before sessions