resources for your mental health
First, understand your insurance status and options. A great resource for dance artists to help navigate the medical industrial complex is The Entertainment Funds Artists Health Insurance Resource Center.
Qualified professionals can help you figure out the best coverage for you, and more.
when in crisis
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline or call +1 800 273 8255
National Crisis Text Line text ‘HOME’ TO 741741
NYCWELL helping New Yorkers in crisis or call +1 888 692 9355, text ‘WELL’ 65173
over 200 languages available 24/7/365
long term care
Manhattan Alternative is a network of therapeutic service providers in New York City who are sex-positive, affirmative, and have expertise related to issues that kink, poly, consensually non-monogamous, trans, gender non-conforming, and/or LGBQ-identified individuals face.
The Trevor Project or call +1 866 488 7386
Helpline, information and support for LGBTQ youth.
Callen-Lorde is the global leader in LGBTQ healthcare. Amongst other services, the offer comprehensive mental health services to the LGBTQ community in NYC.
A NYC based organization offering various services to LGBTQAI+ youth, including health care and counseling.
Below, find the Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian American (APISAA) Therapist Directory. It is our hope that this resource can help to facilitate your search for a therapist.
National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders or call +1 630 577 1330
Information on eating disorders, seeking treatment and finding support.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or call +1 800 662 4357
SAMHSA’s National Helpline - 24/7/365 free and confidential information and treatment referral service.
Free and anonymous substance abuse screening tools