• Dial or text 988, or reach out to NYC Well (1‑888‑NYC‑WELL / text WELL to 65173 / online chat).

• Crisis Text Line via Internet, text HOME to 741741

• For youth or child-focused mental health support: Try NYC Teenspace (Talkspace) for 13–17 years old, or call 988 for access to Early Childhood or Adolescent services.

• Emergency or Life-Threatening Situations Call 911
  If someone is in immediate danger (e.g., fainting, severe malnutrition, suicidal behavior), do not hesitate to call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

• Disaster Distress Helpline

  Call or text 1-800-985-5990

  https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline

• National Domestic Violence Hotline, (800) 799-7233. Text: Text “START” to 88788, Chat:thehotline.org.

• NYC HOPE Portal A central resource for domestic and gender-based violence services in NYC. Visit:www.nyc.gov/NYCHOPE,

  Includes: Emergency shelters (confidential and safe), Legal help (orders of protection, immigration, custody), Mental health support, Safety planning tools.

• Safe Horizon (Largest Victim Services Org in NYC), 24/7 Hotline: 1‑800‑621‑HOPE (same as above). Chat Support (Mon–Fri, 1 PM – 6 PM): safehorizon.org/safechat.

  Services Include: Emergency shelters, Court accompaniment, Counseling & trauma therapy, Help with restraining orders, relocation, and more.

  Culturally Specific Help (NYC-Based)

• Sakhi for South Asian Women:sakhi.org

• Arab-American Family Support Center:aafscny.org

• Sanctuary for Families: Legal and clinical services for survivors, including LGBTQ+ and immigrant communities — sanctuaryforfamilies.org

• Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services (JBFCS)
  Offers mental health clinics, counseling, and day-treatment across all five boroughs for children, teens, adults, veterans, refugees, and more.

• Henry Street Settlement
  Serves individuals and families with state-licensed mental health clinics, counseling, day treatment, and supportive housing in Manhattan.

• Seleni Institute
  Focuses on perinatal and reproductive mental health, offering counseling, support groups, and resources for individuals and families.

• NYC Well
  A free, confidential, 24/7 hotline offering mental health and substance misuse support. Get help in over 200 languages.
  Call: 888‑NYC‑WELL (888‑692‑9355), Text: “WELL” to 65173.

• New York State HOPEline (OASAS) Connects you to addiction treatment referrals, prevention, and recovery state-wide. Call: 1‑877‑846‑7369 or Text: “HELP” to 467369.

• New York Addiction Hotline, Available 24/7 across the state for anonymous assistance in addiction and treatment options. Call: (866) 210‑1303.

• New York Substance Abuse Hotline, A general support line for anyone needing help or guidance with substance-related issues. Call: 866‑531‑7211.

• The Eating Disorder Resource Center (EDRC) https://edrcsv.org/

• Eating Disorders Anonymous https://eatingdisordersanonymous.org

• Mount Sinai’s Center of Excellence in Eating and Weight Disorders, https://www.mountsinai.org/locations/eating-weight-disorders

VIRTUAL AND SUPPORT GROUP RESOURCES

• LEL Therapy (Virtual, NYC)
  Provides culturally competent, harm-reduction-oriented virtual therapy for all genders, backgrounds, and a wide range of eating disorders—even without a formal diagnosis.

• Nourishing NY
  Offers virtual support groups (meal support, nutrition topics) facilitated by dietitians. Self-pay, with HSA/FSA accepted.

• The Eating Disorder Center
  Delivers virtual therapy across NYC neighborhoods (Manhattan, Brooklyn, etc.) with goal-oriented sessions including meal exposures and homework.

• LGBT National Help Center

  https://www.lgbthotline.org/

  Provides confidential peer support, information, and local resource referrals for LGBTQ+ individuals nationwide.

• The Trevor Project

  24/7 Crisis Support
  Call 1-866-488-7386
  Text START to 678-678

  Provides crisis intervention, suicide prevention services, and support for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults.

• Trans Lifeline
  Available Monday-Friday
  Call 1-877-565-8860

  Peer support hotline run by and for transgender individuals.

• Callen-Lorde Community Health Center
  A trusted provider of LGBTQ+ inclusive care, including mental health services. Multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx. Youth aged 13–24 can access the HOTT program.

• PFLAG

  https://pflag.org/

  Offers support, education, and resources for LGBTQ+ individuals, families, and allies through local chapters and online programs.

• The LGBT Community Center (NYC)

  https://gaycenter.org/

  Provides support groups, community programs, wellness services, recovery resources, and connections to LGBTQ+ affirming services in New York City.

• SAGE

  https://www.sageusa.org/

  Dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ older adults through community programs, advocacy, social support, and resources for healthy aging.

• National Alliance on Mental Illness https://www.nami.org/Home

• Center for Disease Control https://www.cdc.gov

• The Mental Health Project at Urban Justice Center. Legal and advocacy support for people with mental illness, especially for those facing housing, benefits, or discrimination issues, mhp.urbanjustice.org

• Open Path Collective – Access affordable therapy with licensed mental health professionals offering reduced-fee sessions ranging from $40–70. openpathcollective.org

• 7 Cups – Anonymous online emotional support chat: 7cups.com