Helpful Resources
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 911 immediately.
If you need immediate mental health support, or are having thoughts of suicide, 9-8-8 has a 24/7 hotline with trained professionals to support you and ensure your safety.
The resources below are provided to support clients outside of session. This list is not exhaustive and additional referrals may be provided based on individual needs.
Important Crisis & Support Hotlines
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or Text 988 - Free, confidential 24/7 support for mental health or suicidal crisis.
Veterans Crisis Line – Call 988 then press 1 - 24/7 support for veterans and their families.
Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) – (800) 656‑HOPE — Support for survivors of sexual violence 24/7.
Local Support (Florida & 211) – Dial 2‑1‑1 for regional crisis assistance and resources.
Florida Abuse Hotline (Children & Vulnerable Adults) – 1‑800‑96‑ABUSE (1‑800‑962‑2873).
The National Domestic Violence Hotline - 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text 88788
Identity‑Affirming & Community Support
The Center Orlando - (407) 228-8272 (LGBT+ Support)
The Trevor Project – (866) 488‑7386 or Text START to 678678 (LGBTQ+ youth 24/7)
Zebra Coalition - (407) 228- 1446 (LGBT+ youth support and resources)
Catholic Charities of Central Florida - Financial, Immigration, Legal, Housing Support
Substance Use & Recovery Support
SAMHSA National Helpline – (800) 662‑HELP (4357) — Confidential treatment referral and support.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – (local meetings & support)
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – (peer support and recovery)
Mental Health Information
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) – Evidence‑based information on mental health conditions.
Mental Health America – Screenings, education, and support tools.
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) – Support, education, advocacy.
National Center for PTSD - Education, support, resources
UCF RESTORES - PTSD, First Responder, Military/Veteran support
Health & Wellness Support
MedlinePlus – Trusted health and wellness information from the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
Vitamin & Mineral Supplements - Education and resources
Mayo Clinic – Evidence‑based medical and wellness guidance.
National Institutes of Health (NIH) – Research‑based health information.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – Public health, prevention, and wellness info.
Kids Health - Education, resources for parents
YMCA of Central Florida – Local fitness, wellness, and community programs
Needy Meds - Medication/prescription assistance, affordable health clinics
Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities - Resources and support