May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and now is an important time to make sure you’re checking in with yourself and the people in your life. How are you feeling? Are you feeling stressed, tired, or burned out? Could you use a bit of support right now? If so, trust me, you are not alone. Now more than ever, connection matters — and at Her Campus, we want you to know we’re here for you. Now is a great time to make sure you’re carving out space to care for yourself and those around you, this month and beyond.
While mental health matters all the time, Mental Health Awareness Month is an ideal time to stay educated, combat the stigma surrounding mental health, and seek help if you could use some extra support. To learn more about how to start caring for your mental health, and to find help, below is a list of organizations and resources to start exploring today.
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
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- National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
- Mental Health America
- American Counseling Association
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- American Psychological Association (APA)
- Active Minds
- Crisis Text Line
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- Inclusive Therapists
- Asian Mental Health Collective
- To Write Love On Her Arms (TWLOHA)
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- The Loveland Foundation
- Talkspace
- Brown Girl Therapy
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- The Trevor Project
- Therapy for Black Girls
- Psychology Today
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These are only a few of the many organizations and resources that are here to support you during Mental Health Awareness Month and beyond. Know that struggling with mental health is a common experience, and you are not alone, no matter what you may be feeling right now. Whether you’re interested in learning more about mental health as a topic, or you’re ready to find support for your personal well-being, check out the above resources along with our Mental Health Awareness hub, Here For You, for more stories and inspiration.