Mental Health Resources for Black and African American Individuals
MMHLA has curated this list of resources and organizations that support the mental health of individuals who identify as Black and African American.
Please Note: If you have a resource or organization you would like to recommend, please contact us at info@mmhla.org with the subject line: Resource Recommendation. MMHLA is not responsible for the content or services provided by the resources and organizations listed here.
Crisis Lifeline
People in emergencies should call 911 or their local emergency number.
Suicide and crisis lifeline providing immediate, free, and confidential support. Call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. It operates 24/7 and connects you to trained crisis counselors who can help with mental health struggles, emotional distress, or substance use concerns.
Hotline for Parents
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Hotline staffed by trained counselors for parents experiencing mental health conditions during pregnancy or postpartum. The Hotline provides free, 24/7, confidential resources and support via call, text, or web chat in English and Spanish (translation is also offered in 60 additional languages). Call or text: 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262). Web chat on their website.
Helpline for Parents
Postpartum Support International
Helpline for parents experiencing mental health conditions during pregnancy or postpartum. Call 1-800-944-4773. Text “Help” to 800-944-4773 (English). Text en Español: 971-203-7773. This helpline does not handle emergencies and is not available 24/7.
Therapy Fund
Loveland Foundation: Free Therapy Fund
Free therapy funds for communities of color, especially to Black women and nonbinary individuals.
Mental Health Liberation: Free Therapy Fund
Free therapy funds for marginalized communities, including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, neurodivergent people, and people with disabilities.
Therapist Directory
BIPOC Maternal Mental Health: Therapist Directory
Directory to help people search for a BIPOC therapist who specializes in maternal mental health.
Therapy for Black Girls: Therapist Directory
Directory to help Black individuals find a therapist who shares their identity, culture, and background.
Support Group
Black Moms Connect Support Group
Support group for anyone pregnant or postpartum (up to two years) who identifies as Black or African American to connect, discuss their experiences, and learn helpful tools and resources.
Support group for BIPOC individuals with OCD.
I.N.S.P.I.R.E. Maternal Mental Health Online Support Group
Support group for BIPOC women who are pregnant or postpartum hosted by the Shades of Blue Project.
Education
Mental Health America: Resources for Communities of African Descent
Mental health screening tools, educational materials, and general wellness resources for people of African descent.