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The following directory includes mental health and educational resources to inform, guide, and inspire individuals seeking information for their whole health and wellness. Resources also include organizations that are meeting the needs of education, social justice, advocacy, activism, and healing for communities during times of strife.
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- Mental Health
South Asian Therapists.org
southasiantherapists.org was founded by Raj Kaur in June 2020. It has quickly become the largest South Asian mental health community in the world. There are over 30,000 followers across it’s social media channels and the website attracts over 160,000 views each month. More than half of the therapists in the...
- Educational Resources
- Social Justice
Southeastern Connecticut CT Organization for Racial Equity (SCORE)
SCORE is a nonpartisan organization committed to anti-racist action with the ultimate goal of making people of color feel heard, safe, and welcome in southeastern CT.
- Educational Resources
Spanish Community of Wallingford (SCOW)
Our mission is to respond to the needs of the Latino Community by assisting them to succeed in U.S. society and to enable Latinos to maintain and share their rich varied cultures with the broader community.
- Community Education
- Educational Resources
- Social Justice
SPLC
The SPLC is a catalyst for racial justice in the South and beyond, working in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional movements, and advance the human rights of all people. The SPLC is the premier U.S. organization monitoring the activities of domestic hate groups and other extremists...
- Community Education
- Educational Resources
- Mental Health
- Social Justice
- Support Groups
Stamford Stands Against Racism
As a collective of human service and faith-based organizations in Stamford, we represent and serve the vast majority of our community. Many of Stamford’s elected officials and local leaders have made a genuine effort to understand the challenges of the community that we serve and model active engagement. However, recent...
- Educational Resources
- Mental Health
- Youth & Young Adult
Stress in College Students
A guide on how to recognize different kinds of stress, various sources of stress for college students, as well as tips for coping in a healthy way.
- Mental Health
Struggling with Depression? These Healthy Foods May Help
Healthy foods that may help reduce your depression symptoms.
- Educational Resources
- Mental Health
- Youth & Young Adult
Student Guide to Reaching and Staying in the Zen Zone
Balancing School and Wellness: Fitting yoga, meditation, and mindfulness into your schedule.
- Educational Resources
- Mental Health
- Youth & Young Adult
Student Mental Health
Promoting mental health understanding and care.
- Community Education
- Educational Resources
- Social Justice
Students for Educational Justice
Students for Educational Justice (SEJ) is a youth-led, intergenerational organizing body that drives efforts for racial and educational justice. Student members are the heart of SEJ and lead our work. We envision a just education system and an equitable society in which all people understand the history of race in...
- Community Education
- Educational Resources
- Mental Health
Style Guide: Reporting on Mental Health
This style guide notes ways in which newsrooms can present a more accurate picture of mental illness.
- Mental Health
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA’s mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America’s communities.
- Mental Health
Take a Mental Health Test
Online screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition.
- Educational Resources
- Mental Health
- Youth & Young Adult
The College Student’s Guide to Depression
Depression can strike at any point in someone’s life. This guide explains common causes and signs of depression, how to seek treatment for depression, and resources for college students who are experiencing this mental disorder.
- Mental Health
The Compassionate Friends
Through a network of over 600 chapters with locations in all 50 states, as well as Washington DC, Puerto Rico, and Guam, The Compassionate Friends has been providing support to bereaved families after the death of a child for four decades.
- Mental Health
The Complete Guide to Looking After Your Mental Health While Traveling
Knowing the potential sources of stress, how best to cope with new challenges and where to go in an emergency should all be part of your travel planning – whether you’ve previously struggled with mental health issues or not.
- Mental Health
- Support Groups
- Youth & Young Adult
The Trevor Project
Two decades ago, we responded to a health crisis. Now we’re building a safer, more-inclusive world. LGBTQ young people are four times more likely to attempt suicide, and suicide remains the second leading cause of death among all young people in the U.S.
- Educational Resources
- Mental Health
The Ultimate Guide to Art Therapy for Students
Art therapy uses creative expression to clear the path to self-healing and foster healthier ways of thinking.
- Educational Resources
- Youth & Young Adult
The Urban Trauma Performance Improvement Center (UTPIC)
The Urban Trauma Performance Improvement Center (UTPIC) serves as the state of Connecticut’s experts on improving service quality and outcomes for organizations working with Black, Indegenious, Latinx, Youth & Children of Color. The purpose of our performance improvement center is to serve as the premier training center in Racial Trauma,...
- Community Education
- Educational Resources
- Mental Health
The young professional’s guide to mental health while remote working and career planning
Remote working has unique challenges that are different from working in an office. Adapting as a young professional can be taxing, so how do you manage it?
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