A curated collection of free, evidence-based mental health resources, psychoeducational tools, and community support organizations. These resources are not a substitute for professional care, but they can be a meaningful starting point.
DBT & Skills-Based Resources
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills (dialecticalbehaviortherapy.com) — Free, comprehensive DBT skills training resources including worksheets, guided exercises, and psychoeducation on mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Trauma & Survivor Support
1in6 (1in6.org) — Support and resources for men who have experienced sexual abuse or assault. Includes a 24/7 online support line, educational materials, and a therapist directory.
RAINN (rainn.org) — The nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. Operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (1-800-656-4673) and provides free, confidential 24/7 support via phone and online chat.
Free Mental Health & Wellness Platforms
iPrevail (iprevail.com) — Free, peer-based mental health support and self-guided wellness programs including CBT-based courses, community support, and one-on-one coaching. LA County residents can access the full platform free at lacounty.iprevail.com.
7 Cups (7cups.com) — Free emotional support through trained volunteer listeners available 24/7 via online chat. Also offers affordable online therapy and community forums.
Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center (pathlightbh.com) — Offers free, virtual peer support groups for individuals and loved ones navigating mood, anxiety, OCD, and trauma-related conditions, led by trained facilitators with lived experience. Also provides free educational webinars, articles, and specialized behavioral health treatment across all levels of care.
Psychoeducation & Self-Help
NAMI — National Alliance on Mental Illness (nami.org) — Free support groups, educational programs, and advocacy resources for individuals and families affected by mental health conditions. Includes the NAMI HelpLine at 1-800-950-6264.
Virgil Street (virgilst.com) – A free tool that helps low-income individuals and families find social service resources available to them, including housing, food, medical care, and more. Uses a smart form to narrow down what resources are available, primarily in LA County.
Psychology Today (psychologytoday.com) — One of the largest therapist directories in the country. Also features accessible articles on a wide range of mental health topics written by licensed professionals.
The Jed Foundation (jedfoundation.org) — Mental health resources, emotional health support, and suicide prevention programs specifically designed for teens and young adults.
Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) (coda.org) — A free, peer-led 12-step fellowship for people seeking to develop healthy, functional relationships. Offers in-person, online, and phone meetings worldwide, along with literature and recovery tools.
Disclaimer
The resources listed on this page are provided for informational and educational purposes only. Inclusion on this page does not constitute an endorsement, and these resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment. If you are in crisis, please call 911 or contact one of the crisis hotlines listed on our Crisis Help page.
