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RESOURCES

Explore support, tools, and information to guide you on your mental health journey.

If you are currently experiencing an emergency, please call 911. 

Mental Health Hotline: 988 is your connection to free, confidential crisis counseling, mental health and substance use support, information and referrals. You can reach the toll-free help line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phone, text and online chat.

 

Domestic Violence: If you or someone else is in a relationship is being controlled by another individual through verbal, physical, or sexual abuse, or other tactics, please call: 1-800-942-6906

 

How to Get Out of an Abusive Relationship By HelpGuide: A practical, compassionate guide to safely leaving an abusive relationship. Covers safety planning, seeking support, protecting yourself, and understanding the challenges of leaving. https://www.helpguide.org/relationships/domestic-abuse/getting-out-of-an-abusive-relationship

NYC WELL: New York City’s free, confidential support and crisis intervention for anyone seeking help for mental health and/or substance misuse concerns, available 24/7. Text “WELL” to 65173 or call 1-888-NYC-WELL.

 

Crisis Text Line: New York State has partnered with Crisis Text Line, an anonymous texting service available 24/7. Starting a conversation is easy. Text GOT5 to 741741.

OCFS H.E.A.R.S. Family Line: 1888-554-3277 (M-F 8:30 am - 4:30 pm)

United Way: Dial 211 for a 24/7 crisis hotline and available resources.

Complex Trauma Resources

For People Seeking the Strength to Rise

Above Adversity and Everyone

Who Cares About Them.

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Executive Functioning Resource Hub

A 100% Free Collection of Resources and Strategies Designed to Help Take Meaningful Action Towards Improved Executive Functioning.

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Understanding the Highly Sensitive Person: Dr. Elaine Aron's Insights and Resources for Adults and Parents

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The Psychodynamic Diagnostic Process: Nancy McWilliams

Psychodynamic Personality Types

The Narcissism Stereotype vs Reality with Dr. Igor Weinberg

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Wim Hof Method: Breathing and Cold Exposure for Scientifically Proven Anti-Inflammatory Benefits

Integrating somatic therapies, creative arts therapist guiding client through remote creative process in New York State
Trauma-informed therapist guiding client through remote creative process in New York State

ADHD sucks, but not really | Salif Mahamane | TEDxUSU

Temple Grandin: "The Autistic Brain"
Chicago Humanities Festival 

Neurodivergence-affirming therapist guiding client through remote creative process in New York State
Trauma-informed therapist guiding client through remote creative process in New York State

Polyvagal Theory from the Polyvagal Institute

OCD Explained for Beginners with Dr. Ali Mattu

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