Resources Resource CategoriesMental Health CrisisServices & TherapySelf-Care & WellnessPeers & SupportAt SchoolAdvocacyWatch, Read, & ListenLearn MoreTennessee Mental Health Crisis 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineLifeline Chat and Text connects individuals with crisis counselors for emotional support 24/7/365 support at 1-800-273-8255 or text/call 9-8-8 Lifeline for Deaf & Hard of HearingNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline access 24/7/365 using a relay service (or dial 711) then 1-800-273-8255 Lifeline ChatA service of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, connecting individuals with counselors via web chat Teen LineCALL 800-852-8336 from 9 PM - 1 AM ET or text "TEEN" to 839863 from 9pm-12am ET to talk with a teen peer Crisis Text LineText 741741 to have a live, trained crisis counselor respond and continue the conversation by text Trevor Support CenterWhere LGBTQ youth can find FAQs and resources related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and more National Domestic Violence HotlineOffers essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violenceCall 1.800.799.SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788 NAMI Teen and Young Adult HelplineCALL 800-950-NAMI (6264), Text "Friend" to 62640, Webchat nami.org/help, email helpine@nami.org Services & Therapy Find Help (by Aunt Bertha)Enter zip code, click "Health," choose "Mental Health Care" or "Addiction & Recovery" SAMHSA’s National HelplineA 24/7/365 treatment referral and info service: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Tennessee REDLINEA 24/7/365 resource for substance abuse treatment referralsCall or text 800-889-9789 NEDA Treatment ProvidersSupport and treatment options related to eating disorders Psychology Today"Find a Therapist" in your area Self-Care & Wellness Mindfulness ExercisesFind out more about mindfulness and how it might benefit you (from Mayo Clinic) Benefits of MindfulnessLearn about practices for improving emotional and physical well-being (from Harvard Health) Mindfulness for TeensInfo on mindfulness with guided meditations and other resources Exercise for Stress & AnxietyRead about the role of exercise in maintaining mental fitness and reducing stress (from ADAA) Physical ActivityLearn about the role of physical activity in mental wellness (from CDC) MindfulMany articles, resources, and tips for breathing, relaxation, and other mindfulness Managing StressHelpful tips on how to manage every day stress (from ULifeline) Coping With StressLearn about how healthy coping skills can reduce stressful feelings and promote well-being (from CDC) 11 Self-Care TipsA collection of self-care tips specifically for teens and young adults (from MGH Clay Center) Healthy EatingAn eating plan that helps manage your weight includes a variety of healthy foods (from CDC) PositivityPositive thinking for stress management and better mental health (from Mayo Clinic) Peers & Support notOK AppA free digital panic button to ask for immediate support when you are not feeling OK, created by teens Seize the AwkwardTips for starting conversations with others about mental health Alateen MeetingsMeetings and a mobile app are for youth ages 13 to 18 affected by someone else’s drinking Active MindsEstablish a school culture of caring and support, especially for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ students TogetherallAn online peer-to-peer support community for your mental health Find a NAMI Chapter Near YouFind your local NAMI chapter for mental health support and programming ANADPeer support services and more for individuals with eating disorders Alcoholics AnonymousAn ongoing support network open to anyone with alcohol addiction Narcotics AnonymousAn support network for those who wish to pursue and maintain a drug-free lifestyle Overeaters AnonymousA community of people recovering from unhealthy relationships with food and body image At School NAMI On CampusOn Campus clubs host events to raise mental health awareness and advocate for services and support ULifelineAn online resource for college mental health Active MindsReaches close to 600,000 students each year through advocacy campaigns, events, advocacy, outreach, and more Erika's LighthouseTeen empowerment clubs and awareness into action activities related to mental health Bring Change to MindOpportunities to learn and engage in high school mental health advocacy The Jason FoundationDownload the "A Friend Asks” app that helps provide the information, tools, and resources to help a friend (or yourself) who may be struggling with thoughts of suicide. Advocacy NAMI National AdvocacyGet involved in national mental health advocacy efforts NAMI Tennessee AdvocacyGet involved in mental health advocacy efforts in Tennessee Mashable8 inspiring young mental health activists to know Advocacy for TeensLearn ways you can be an advocate for teen mental health Cities RiseA global platform committed to transforming mental health policy and practice in cities and beyond Do Something9 young mental health advocates you should know Beyond DifferencesInspiring students to end social isolation and create cultures of belonging for everyone BIPOC Resources for TeensMental health and wellness program focused on providing mental health resources and education with resources for BIPOC teens Watch, Read, & Listen Well BeingsDemystifying and destigmatizing our physical and mental health through teen storytelling Centerstone ComicsFree full-length digital comic books for teens on relationships, mental health, addiction, and more Southern Word MediaCollections of spoken word, poetry, stories, and art from teens sharing real experiences OK2TALKShare and read written stories and comments about your mental health experience Mind Reach PodcastA mental health podcast created for teens, based in Chattanooga, TN She Persisted PodcastPodcast created by a 16 year-old with interviews, personal experiences, and mental health advice for youth Creative Resilient YouthPodcast by a teen-led collective focused on raising awareness about mental health Learn More JED Resource CenterExpert mental health information and resources to help teens and young adults ADAA EducationEvidence-based tips and tools to help manage life with mental health issues DSBA EducationSupport and education related to bipolar disorder and depression Start Your RecoverySupport and resources for addiction recovery ANAD ResourcesEducation and resources related to eating disorders MHA Youth InformationInformation from Mental Health America about youth mental health MHA Youth ScreeningMental Health America screening questionnaire for youth Eating Disorders ScreeningAn eating disorders screening tool for youth and adults Tennessee YALCYoung Adult Leadership Council for Tennessee youth and young adults with lived mental health experience Tennessee REDLINEA 24/7/365 resource for help with substance use and access to treatment NAMI TennesseeImproving the quality of life for Tennesseans with mental health issues, families, and communities Recovery Within ReachResources, peer support, housing, and inspiration for your wellness and recovery State-Funded ServicesServices and supports available through the TN Dept. of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services Ending the SlienceEnding the Silence is a free, evidence-based, 50-minute session designed for middle and high school students kidcentral tnResources and info on physical, mental, and emotional health for parents and youth Tennessee AdvocacyA one-page handout filled with facts about mental health in Tennessee Southern Word Arts WorkshopsOnline creative writing and music production workshops just for teens Top
