A common issue that people especially immigrants face is knowing the mental health resources available to them. Refer to the mental health resource list below for assistance.

Note that the list is more on a national level. There might be more resources in your local area depending on where you live. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline helps people dealing with suicide. Hotline available 24/7 at 1-800-273-8255

Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor 24/7

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

Jed Foundation protects emotional health and prevents suicide among teenagers and young adults

RAINN helps people dealing with sexual assault (nation-wide with Hotline available 24/7)

National Domestic Violence Hotline assists people 24/7 dealing with domestic violence

Alcoholics Anonymous supports people dealing with excessive alcohol use or abuse

Narcotics Anonymous supports people dealing with drug issues

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) provides awareness, education, support, and advocacy for mental illness 

Active Minds eases the conversation on mental issues and supports people dealing with mental distress among students (also supports families)

Depression guide compiled by The Recovery Village offers a list of resources and mental health organizations for men, women, young adults, and children

Substance abuse and suicide resource guide by DrugRehab provides more information to understand how substance abuse and suicide are linked

Addiction treatment resources compiled by Sunshine Behavioral Health offers lists of various addiction treatment programs across the U.S. (look up based on your location)

Seeking Psychotherapy
  • Therapy with Dr. Amin – If you will like to have me as your therapist, please go to my website and click on Request Appointment for a 15-min consultation.
  • Psychology Today is a good resource to find a therapist. Some are available on a sliding scale meaning at a discounted rate depending on what you can afford. 
  • Therapy for Christians connects you with Christian therapists and mental health providers.
  • Therapy for Black Girls provides resources for the Black community. You can also find a Black therapist through their website.
  • Therapy for Black Men provides therapy and coaching for Black men. Connect with a Black therapist through their website.
  • Ayana Therapy specifically focuses on matching individuals with licensed professionals that share their unique traits, values, and sensibilities.
  • TalkSpace (can download on your phone) provides telebehavioral health i.e. virtual therapy – also offers discounted rates.
  • Open Path Psychotherapy Collective is comprised of various therapists that accept discounted rates.
  • Faithful Counseling (can download on your phone) provides virtual Christian counseling at a discounted rate.

Check with your insurance and find a provider that takes your insurance.

Cultural Organizations

African Services Committee – Provides a list of various African and some Caribbean organizations by U.S. state geared toward social services, community building, cultural and art programs, legal services and more.

African organizations in the U.S. – Provides another list of African organizations with their addresses in various U.S. states.

Africa Cultural Alliance of North America – Non-profit agency that provides culturally sensitive social services, arts and cultural programs, legal services, community engagement and development programs and other services to African and Caribbean immigrants in the United States.

African Family Health Organization – Provides culturally & linguistically sensitive health, human, and educational services to African and Caribbean immigrants/refugees in Philadelphia area.