Therapy Resources
Healing often includes support beyond therapy sessions. This page shares trusted resources, organizations, and communities that may offer additional guidance, education, and connection as you navigate your mental health and wellness journey.
Organizations
Postpartum Support International (PSI)
Main website: https://www.postpartum.net
PSI is dedicated to helping individuals and families affected by perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. The site offers resources, support groups, helplines, and educational materials for new and expecting parents, as well as training for healthcare providers.
Mindful Warrior
Main website: https://www.mindfulwarrioralliance.org
Mindful Warrior is focused on promoting mental wellness and mindfulness, especially among veterans and first responders. The site offers programs, events, and tools aimed at fostering personal growth, resilience, and healing through mindfulness practices.
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Main website: https://www.nami.org
NAMI is a leading mental health organization that provides education, support, advocacy, and awareness for individuals and families affected by mental illness. The website features information on a wide range of mental health conditions, local events, support groups, and ways to get involved.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
Main website: https://afsp.org
AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. The organization funds scientific research, offers educational programs, advocates for public policy, and provides support for individuals impacted by suicide through community walks and healing resources.
National Center for PTSD (VA)
Main website: https://www.ptsd.va.gov
This official website from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs offers comprehensive information about PTSD for veterans, their families, and healthcare providers. It features self-help tools, treatment options, videos, mobile apps, and guidance on getting care through the VA system. The site is a trusted resource for understanding and managing PTSD with a strong focus on veteran needs.
Networks and Communities
GriefShare
Main website: https://www.griefshare.org
GriefShare is a network of grief recovery support groups meeting worldwide, offering help and healing for those mourning the loss of a loved one. Each 13-week program includes video seminars with experts, group discussions, and personal study and reflection. GriefShare groups are hosted by local churches and are open to anyone grieving a loss. Participants can join a group at any time during the 13-week cycle. To find a GriefShare group near you, visit their group locator.
The Compassionate Friends (TCF)
Main website: https://www.compassionatefriends.org
The Compassionate Friends is a nonprofit organization that provides support to bereaved parents, siblings, and grandparents who have experienced the death of a child. With over 600 chapters across the United States, TCF offers in-person and online support communities where individuals can share their experiences and find comfort among others who understand their grief. Meetings are open to all, regardless of the age or cause of death of the child. To locate a chapter near you, use their chapter locator.
Associations
Mental Health Association of Central Florida (MHACF)
Main website: https://mhacf.org
Established in 1946, MHACF is one of Central Florida's oldest nonprofits dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and promoting overall mental health. They offer a range of services, including
- Mental Health Connections Program: Provides complimentary resources and professional referrals from a database of over 3,000 providers. MHA Connection+1Fla Counseling+1
- Outlook Clinic: The only free mental health clinic in Central Florida, offering services to qualified individuals without medical insurance. Fla Counseling+1MHA Connection+1
- Guardian Advocate Program: Trains individuals to serve as temporary surrogate decision-makers for involuntarily hospitalized clients under the Florida Baker Act. MHA Connection
- Peer Support Recovery: Hosts support groups and recovery communities for individuals dealing with mental health challenges. MHA Connection
MHACF is committed to breaking cycles of multi-generational distress and promoting equity in mental health services.