24/7 free and confidential online service that connects students and families to mental health counseling, housing support, food assistance, immigration help, and more. Since it’s confidential, anyone who is undocumented or has uncertain legal status can still use it safely without fear of being reported to ICE. It also helps students worried about costs or insurance find affordable or free resources.
SchooLink provides mental health and substance use services to eligible students at designated schools. Services are tailored to each student’s and their family's needs and can be provided at school, in the community, or via telehealth. Eligibility is based on medical necessity and includes students who are on Medi-Cal, low-income, or uninsured/underinsured. Families can request a screening through the student's school or by calling the Access and Crisis Line at 888-724-7240.
The Hope line is an online mental health resource that provides 24 hour free chats with professionally trained mentors for mental health crises’ specifically targeted toward youth and young adults. The goal of this organization is to provide a free online space to help those in need, and is reputable for successful suicide interventions.
An organization that provides access to youth, parent, or wellness needs whether it is for issues going on at home, school, family, etc. They advocate for the youth and connect with them to be able to have the resources that they need. It also gives you the help you need by just calling a cell phone number, completely free of charge.
This organization recognizes those who are in need of support with support groups, education resources, how to treat mental illnesses, and much more. They are available to everyone living in the U.S. providing those who are living in a specific place in the state they are living in. Their website is also in Spanish and English for those who do not know much English.
The Up2SD men’s mental health page focuses on breaking stigma and encouraging men to seek help by addressing the cultural pressures that often discourage them from expressing emotions or pursuing treatment. It explains that millions of men experience depression each year, yet many cope through harmful behaviors or avoid proper care due to stereotypes about masculinity. It provides resources like the 24/7 Access and Crisis Line (888-724-7240) for immediate support.
The crisis textline is a volunteer run text hotline that provides mental health aid via text message at the number: 741741 with the word “HOME” or “HOLA” this textline provides crisis health in both English and Spanish. They also have a international hotline available as well.
Lifeline Community Services is a human services organization that has served San Diego County since 1973. Its primary mission is to build self-reliance among vulnerable youth, adults, and families through high-quality, community-based services. They provide a San Diego access and crisis line: 888-724-7240.
This organization is where they provide programs to prevent suicide, raise funds for suicide research, and reach out to those who are in need of help. The program provides how to volunteer with AFSP to help those who are struggling mentally. They also share stories of those who may go through something that is similar to whatever you are struggling with and what to do when dealing with suicide attempt or if someone you know is.
Funding is provided to the Regional Center for families with the intent of improving quality of life, services, and mental health of disabled members of our community.
“It’s Up To Us” is a resource where it helps for San Diegans to be comfortable talking about mental health, facing challenges everyday, as well as seeking support from resources that are provided on the website. There are many topics that give you the help you need in any situation and are available to many languages.
A place for people who have experienced the loss of a loved one to suicide to find support and connect with others going through the same. It normalizes the feelings suicide loss survivors go through during this tough time by decreasing the stigma and providing direct support. It is especially helpful how they point out the grief journey, making suicide loss survivors feel less alone.
Stop Bullying . Gov is a resource that provides information to teens on bullying. This website provides teens with how to deal with bullying and to help teens identify bullying. The goal of this government ran organization is to prevent an treat bullying among teens and kids.
This is a well-detailed online directory of mental health resources, articles, support services, tools, podcasts and webinars. All of which are searchable using the search bar provided in the website. You can search by category or location to help you learn and educate yourself on your possible condition and find support options.
This alliance is aimed at supporting those with Depression and Bipolar Disorder. DBSA provides aid in finding support groups as well as having educational courses on coping mechanisms. The organization also promotes reall life testimonies from those dealing with Depression and/or Bipolar Disorder in order to promote community.
The Hillside Horizon provides information and resources for any type of mental health-related issue and offers solutions to any problem one may face. You can call a professional provider about any confidential situation at no cost. Most insurances are accepted within this site as well. The Hillside Horizon is also able to provide multiple types of therapy locations that many teens can have the opportunity to visit.
A project dedicated to the mental health of youth, regardless of their background. Its goal is to influence the current mental health systems, empower young people of color with professional care, and to raise consciousness so that young people or their caregivers feel safe to speak out.
Nonprofit that offers free legal aid services, especially focused on helping low-income immigrants to obtain lawful status, apply for citizenship, and defend against deportation.
Alliance San Diego organization promotes social justice and inclusivity. This resources gives legal information regarding immigration to insure people know their rights. They also provide help to those who wanting to become US citizens.
Organization dedicated to helping and protecting underserved, undocumented immigrant students. Partnered with many SDUSD schools as well as colleges and charities. They provide guidance, long-term access to services on personal and relational level, workshops focused on future life and career, from legal aid to health care to colleges.
A nonprofit that works to make sure that California citizens feel like they have a voice in California. They aim to include diverse communities to be able to feel represented, heard, and able to make a change. They provide resources and phone numbers, even updating neighborhoods about the local news and how to help.
Removes financial barriers and makes higher education more accessible by providing up to two years of free tuition, health fees, and book grants for eligible students at San Diego City, Mesa, and Miramar colleges. It also offers comprehensive educational support including individualized academic counseling, peer mentorship, and opportunities for campus engagement. While open to all first-time college students, the program has specific pathways and support for foster youth, veterans, justice-involved individuals, undocumented students, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Organization dedicated to helping and protecting underserved, undocumented immigrant students. Partnered with many SDUSD schools as well as colleges and charities. They provide guidance, long-term access to services on personal and relational level, workshops focused on future life and career, from legal aid to health care to colleges.
This community helps to build Latinas up with scholarships, prepare girls for college success with leadership skills, and has Hermanitas to be like an “older sister” or mentor to help Latina students for extra assistance.
The Trevor Project is a leading national organization focused on suicide prevention and crisis intervention for LGBTQ young people, specifically those aged 13-24. It offers 24/7, free, and confidential support through various channels like TrevorLifeline (phone), TrevorChat (instant messaging), and TrevorText (text messaging). The Trevor Project also provides resources and advocacy to create a safer environment for LGBTQ youth.
Provides behavioral health support for queer identifying youth, including counseling support, and information on how to begin receiving counseling. The Center San Diego is a source full of services to provide assistance to those in for the health of the LGBTQ+, immigrants, and those who are dealing with HIV to improve San Diego’s community. They include services for sexual and behavioral health, housing services and food resources. In addition the website includes a various amount of inclusive programs to go to tat your local center.
It provides different topics and resources for the youth whether it is for needing someone to talk to about your worries, different new articles to provide important information about the LGBTQ+ community as it is run by those who understand your questions or worries.
North County San Diego Resource Center is charitable and educational for LGBTQIA+ students and is open to connecting students with opportunities to engage and expand in their pride, as well as providing a sense of community for students.
This organization provides mental health support groups for Asian and Pacific Islander communities. They focus on fostering a community that inspires change for the mental health of AAPI individuals
An organization aimed to promote and redefine stereotypes regarding the mental health of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. This nonprofit organization provides various mental health support as well as local in-person services such as counseling.
Asian Mental Health Projects provides mental health initiatives and educational programs to further assist the APPI community. Funding mental health grants for those in need.
This organization is part of a White House initiative to address bullying, discrimination, and hate crimes against Asian American Pacific Islander, Sikh, Muslim, and immigrant youth. Their website has toolkits and resources focused on anti-bullying and racial discrimination.
Offers free/low-cost mental health programs funded by San Diego County for immigrant, refugee, and BIPOC families, especially from AAPI, Middle Eastern, and East African backgrounds. Services are available in 30+ languages and are culturally sensitive.
The Mental Health Association for Chinese Communities is a website targeted toward mental health support for Chinese families and individuals and aims to break the stigma regarding Asian mental health, this site specifically aims to bring hope and recovery and provides multiple hotlines with support in Mandarin, Cantonese and English.
VietMind is an organization that provides Mental Health resources and aid toward those between the English and Vietnamese language barriers. This organization also aims to break the stigma between older generation Vietnamese people and younger generations, where Mental Health is not commonly talked about and is often frowned upon, VietMind aims to educate older generations about Mental Health and normalize it.
The Center for Black Educator Development is a resource for aspiring Black teachers to not only build strong educators but also discuss racial injustice within.
A nonprofit advocating for fair, humane immigration policies and providing legal, social, and humanitarian support, especially for Black migrants, Haitians, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and survivors of trauma. HBA works locally and globally to fight anti-Black immigration policies and promote dignity and justice for all migrants.
This organization is dedicated to the mental health and emotional well-being of young people of color. They have programs and resources aimed at supporting young POC. You can text STEVE to 741741 at any time for mental health support for youth from communities of color.
Organization focused on healing and wellness for Black communities. They offer a Black Virtual Wellness Dictionary to help people find therapists who are culturally competent.
An organization committed to improving the health of California's Black women and girls through advocacy, education, outreach and policy. They notably host a special event from December 1-12 called “12 Days of Wellness” which addresses health disparities within the Black community with daily activities for participants.
This is a coalition dedicated to improving quality of life for members of the Black and African Heritage communities by addressing racism in education and healthcare, as well as de-stigmatizing mental healthcare. They provide different programs and activities for, for example, youth in their community.
A foundation designed to give low-cost mental health services, therapy, and professional development guidance targeted to Black women and non-binary people across the United States in an attempt to make sure mental health services are fairly accessible. The Loveland Foundation was founded in 2018 and has supported communities of color ever since. Some of the support that The Loveland Foundation has specialized in in the past is (but not limited to): fellowships, residency programs, listening tours while striving towards empowerment and liberation
Latinx and Hispanic communities face mental-health challenges every day due to stigma, immigration stress, and limited access to culturally competent care. Many people go untreated due to language barriers, cost, and a shortage of providers who understand their cultural context. Mental Health America calls for culturally adapted education, Spanish-language resources, and community-based support to reduce disparities and improve access to care.
This organization works to improve mental health outcomes for Hispanic and Latino communities. It provides information to those who need it and strives to gain funding and provide quality care to Hispanic and Latino people.
Because mental health is often stigmatized in the Hispanic/Latino community, they often struggle to feel comfortable reaching out for help. This website targets that issue by providing a lot of support by acknowledging the struggles (stigma, language barrier, etc.) and expanding mental health resources.
This community helps to build Latinas up with scholarships, prepare girls for college success with leadership skills, and has Hermanitas to be like an “older sister” or mentor to help Latina students for extra assistance.
This center provides community-based, culturally-sensitive resources, including youth events focused on suicide prevention. Their programs help support both individuals and families in their community to navigate their challenges and find pathways to recovery.