Therapy Resources
Find a CBT Therapist (Cognitive Behavioral Therapist)
Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies
BIPOC Mental Health Provider Directories
- Inclusive Therapists: Virtual directory of culturally competent and social justice-oriented therapists; includes list of therapists currently offering reduced-fee teletherapy
- Clinicians of Color Directory: Virtual directory of mental health clinicians with diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds
- Melanin & Mental Health Directory: Virtual directory of culturally competent mental health clinicians for Black & Latinx/Hispanic communities
- Asian Mental Health Collective Directory: Virtual directory of Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian American mental health providers
- National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association: List of mental health and behavioral service providers for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders across 50 U.S. states
- South Asian Mental Health Initiative & Network Provider Directory: Virtual directory of South Asian mental health providers
- Therapy for Latinx: Virtual directory of therapists for the Latinx community
- Latinx Therapy: Virtual directory of mental health providers for Latinx community
- Black Emotional And Mental Health (BEAM) Virtual Therapist Network: Virtual directory of Black wellness providers including mental health therapists
- Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation Resource Directory: Virtual directory of mental health providers, programs and resource materials for the Black community
- Black Mental Health Alliance Database: Virtual directory of culturally competent and patient-centered licensed mental health professionals for the Black community, offering confidential referrals
- Therapy for Black Girls Directory: Virtual directory of culturally competent therapy providers for Black women and girls, searchable by location. Fellowships and financial assistance are available through the Loveland Foundation
- Therapy for Black Men Directory: Virtual directory of clinicians providing therapy for Black men
Virtual Resources for BIPOC
Apps
- The Safe Place: Free smartphone app focused on psychoeducation and self-care for minority mental health, geared towards the Black community
- Liberate: Smartphone app for daily meditation designed for the BIPOC community and led by BIPOC teachers (free trial followed by monthly or annual subscription)
Resource Libraries
- Black Emotional and Mental Health Toolkit & Resources: Library of interactive handouts, journaling prompts, and social media posts to destigmatize mental illness in the Black community
- Sista Afya Resources: Library of mental wellness resources centered on Black women, including strategies for healing, building social support, and finding mental health services
- Asian American Health Initiative Resource Library: Library of mental health resources, including accessible stories and videos, available in English, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Hindi
Resource Lists
- 44 Mental Health Resources for Black People: List of resources including links to influential thinkers and organizations focused on mental health in Black communities, directories for Black mental health practitioners, and helpful tips for seeking support
- COVID-19 Resources from the Asian American Psychological Association: List of resources for Asian American individuals including mental health self-care, responding to racism/harassment and COVID-19 stress, potential resources for assistance, and a list of culturally relevant mental health organizations
- Native & Indigenous Peoples Addiction & Mental Health Support from Live Another Day: List of resources to support Native and indigenous mental health with a focus on suicide prevention and substance use
Further Reads
- Four Ways People of Color Can Foster Mental Health & Practice Restorative Healing: Article discusses practical ways to de-stigmatize mental health, practice self-care, and seek culturally competent mental health services
- Experiences of Racism and Stress and Anxiety for Black Americans: A Mindfulness and Acceptance-Based Coping Approach: Article from the Anxiety & Depression Association of America discusses link between experiences of racism and mental health, with a specific focus on anxiety; coping strategies that may be beneficial in the face of experiences of racism; and recognizing broader responsibilities outside individuals to reduce racism
- Coping with Racial Trauma: Article from the Institution for the Study and Promotion of Race and Culture with practical strategies for seeking support, engaging in self-care, gaining empowerment through resistance, and planning for recovery following experiences of racial trauma
- Racial Trauma Guide: Articles from the Engaging Minorities in Prevention Outreach Wellness Education & Research (EMPOWER) Lab on coping with racial stressors and being an ally
Resources for Specific Groups
Youth
- The Steve Fund: Library of resources to support mental health and emotional well-being of young people of color
- Includes a crisis text line for young people of color (text STEVE to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor 24/7)
- Young People of Color Support Guide: Online guide to mental health concerns that young people of color may face during transitions from home to college, and from college to early adulthood
- We R Native: Library of resources for Native and indigenous youth with practical strategies for building resilience, coping with diverse mental health challenges, and seeking help and support
LGBTQ+
- QTPoC Mental Health Practitioner Directory: Virtual directory of mental health practitioners across the country for queer and trans people of color, provided by the National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network
- Curated resources such as hotlines, online support groups, and organizations for queer and trans people of color also available
- Resources for Members of the LGBTQ+ Community: Virtual directory of psychiatrists, therapists, text and chat services, and online communities specifically geared towards the LGBTQ+ community, provided by NAMI Massachusetts
- Asylum Connect Catalog: Free virtual platform that matches LGBTQ+ asylum seekers with vetted legal, medical, mental health and social services
- Give Us The Floor: Nation-wide support groups for LGBTQ+ youth to build healthy connections, practice self-expression, and enhance psychological wellness