Pro Bono counseling project matches qualified therapists to potential clients.

When you call ProBono Counseling’s mental health WARMLine, you’ll talk with someone who will listen to your concerns and refer you to additional resources. There is no commitment required when you call the WARMLine, and you may call as often as you need. You will not be asked about your income, insurance status, or immigration status.

Mental health professionals are available weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and weekends from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Chat with a mental health professional here.

T.O.C. is a 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit and Podcast Funding Therapy Sessions and Supporting Mental Health among First Responders, Military, & Families.

I invite you to read more about T.O.C. here.

The Headstrong Project is a non-profit mental health organization providing confidential, barrier-free, and stigma-free PTSD treatment to our veterans, service members, and family connected to their care.

I invite you to read more about The Headstrong Project here.

With the barriers affecting access to treatment by members of diverse ethnic and racial groups, the Loveland Therapy Fund provides financial assistance to Black women and girls seeking therapy nationally.

I invite you to read more about the Loveland Foundation here.

Individuals connected through Root To Branch are matched with highly qualified and vetted professionals to engage in structured and evidenced-based trauma-focused therapy. 

I invite you to learn more about Roots to Branch here.

I invite you to review the anti-oppressive sliding scale fee schedule here.

Give an Hour is a nonprofit organization that provides free, confidential mental health services to individuals affected by various forms of trauma, including military veterans, active duty service members, and their families.

The organization focuses on addressing issues such as post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.

I invite you to read more about Give an Hour here.

Heroic Hearts Project hosts retreat programs throughout the year and has helped over 1000 veterans and veteran spouses reduce or eliminate their PTSD symptoms. The majority of the retreats are held in countries where psychedelics are currently legal, such as Peru, Mexico, and Jamaica in partnership with retreat centers there.

I invite you to learn more about Heroic Hearts Project here.

The pro bono exchange program operates on the principle of reciprocity, allowing therapists to give and receive support within a community of like-minded professionals. Whether they're seeking guidance, supervision, or personal growth opportunities, our network of therapists is here to offer their expertise and insight to help you thrive in your practice.

I invite you to learn more about the Therapy for Therapists Collective here.

The COMMIT Foundation empowers those who have served and their families to create purposeful and fulfilling transitions by providing personalized programs, resources, and the support of community.

I invite you to read more about the COMMIT Foundation here.

In partnership with mental health clinicians in private practice throughout the fifty states and Canada, Open Path provides middle and lower-income level clients with access to affordable mental health care.

I invite you to learn more about the Open Path Psychotherapy Collective here.

Lotus Therapy Fund provides 8 sessions of free therapy to individuals in need, matching them with an Asian therapist with availability to see new patients. Currently, Lotus Therapy Fund has providers licensed to practice in 42 states, with the ability to offer both in person and telehealth options. Therapists in our network are paid directly by AMHC, eliminating the administrative burden of coordinating with insurance companies.

I invite you to learn more about the Loyus Therapy Fund here.

Centerstone Military Services is a not-for-profit program that is contracted by Wounded Warrior Project to locate and pay for counseling services for military service members, veterans, and their families, who do not have access to mental health services otherwise.

I invite you to learn more about Centerstone here.

The Liberation Line provides free mental health support calls to organizers and activists. These are confidential, non-crisis, non-therapy phone calls facilitated by a trusted volunteer mental health professional in support of Palestinian and collective liberation.

To learn more about The Liberation Line I invite you to visit: www.liberationline.org

I invite you to learn more here

The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation is dedicated to creating innovative healing approaches in BIPOC and underrepresented communities, illuminating paths for the these communities to envision a life full of hope and joy.

I invite you to learn more about the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation here.

Dial 9-8-8 if you are in distress or need crisis resources for you and your loved ones. This resource is free and available 24/7.

The Veterans Crisis Line is a vital resource for veterans in the United States who are experiencing a mental health crisis or emotional distress. It offers confidential support and assistance to veterans and their families, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The services provided include crisis intervention, emotional support, referrals to local VA facilities and community resources, and assistance with issues related to military service. It's an essential lifeline for those who have served their country and may be struggling with the mental and emotional tolls of their service.

To access the Veterans Crises line dial 9-8-8 and press 1.

I invite you to review the Veterans Crises Line website here .

Trevor Project aims to end suicide among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning young people. You can reach a crisis counselor by text (text START to 678-678), online chat, or by phone (1-866-488-7386). This resource is free and available 24/7. You can speak to a counselor here.

Call 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) to be connected with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area. You can also chat online. This resource is free and available 24/7. You can chat with a staff member here.

Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. The hotline can be used in times of crisis and when one is not in crisis. The hotline can be reached at (877) 565-8860. This resource is free and available 24/7. You can receive support by going here.

National Domestic Violence Hotline aims to provide essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse. You can receive support by text (text START to 88788), online chat, or by phone 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). This resource is free and available 24/7. You can chat with an advocate here.

Text HOME to 741741 to reach a volunteer Crisis Counselor. You can also chat online. This resource is free and available 24/7. You can connect with a volunteer at Crises Textline here.

Helping Survivors is an organization on a mission to help heal, educate, and empower people who have been impacted by sexual assault and abuse. We help survivors of Uber/Lyft sexual assault, workplace sexual harassment, and institutional based sexual assault.

Helping Survivors provides individuals with accurate, trustworthy and up-to-date information regarding their legal, financial, and healthcare options for individuals after experiencing sexual assault and abuse.

I invite you to read more about Helping Survivors here.

You can review Maryland’s crises hotlines resource guide here.

The map is designed to help community members find local options for temporary, voluntary firearm storage. Out-of-home gun storage can be particularly beneficial for individuals in crisis at risk of suicide. As of Spring 2024, the businesses and law enforcement agencies listed on this map are willing to consider requests for temporary, voluntary gun storage.

I invited you to learn more about the Maryland Safe Storage Map here.

The EMDR Disaster Network is devoted to helping first responders and healthcare workers who have been directly impacted by a natural and man-made disaster. 

I invite you to learn more about the EMDR Disaster network here.

Find your next therapist here.

The Inclusive Therapist directory aims to match clients with therapists who are social justice-oriented professionals who strive to dismantle discrimination, stigma, racism, classism, ableism, sanism, and white cis hetero-patriarchy in the mental health field. Find your next inclusive therapist here.

The Latinx Therapy directory is a resource that aims to connect individuals from Latinx communities with mental health professionals who share their cultural backgrounds and understand their unique needs and experiences. Find your next therapist here.

The Queer and National Transgender Therapists of Color Network (QTTC) is an organization dedicated to supporting mental health professionals who identify as queer, transgender, and/or people of color (QTPoC) and specialize in serving LGBTQ+ and transgender communities. Find your next therapist here.

The South Asian Therapists directory is a resource that aims to connect individuals of South Asian descent with mental health professionals who understand their cultural background and can provide culturally sensitive therapy. These therapists may be of South Asian descent themselves or have specialized training and experience in working with South Asian clients. Find your next therapist here.

The Therapy for Black Girls directory allows individuals to search for therapists by location, specialty areas, insurance accepted, and other criteria. This helps individuals find therapists who are culturally competent and affirming, making it easier for them to access mental health care that meets their needs. The therapists listed in the directory specialize in working with Black women and girls. Find your next therapist here.

TherapyDen is an online platform that helps individuals find therapists and mental health professionals based on their specific needs and preferences. It serves as a directory of therapists across the United States, allowing users to search for providers based on various criteria such as location, specialties, insurance accepted, and treatment approaches.

TherapyDen is committed to inclusivity and diversity. The platform includes options for therapists to indicate their support for marginalized communities and their expertise in working with clients from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ individuals, people of color, and other underrepresented groups. Find your next therapist here.

The Neurodivergent Therapist Directory is a resource designed to help individuals find therapists who specialize in working with neurodivergent clients. Neurodivergent refers to people whose neurological functioning differs from what is considered typical or "neurotypical." This can include individuals with conditions such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, Tourette syndrome, and others.

The directory typically lists therapists who have experience and expertise in working with neurodivergent clients and have an understanding of their unique needs, challenges, and strengths. It aims to connect neurodivergent individuals with therapists who can provide understanding, support, and effective therapy tailored to their specific needs.

Find your next therapist here.

The Dissociative Disorders Therapist Directory is a resource designed to help individuals find qualified therapists who specialize in dissociative disorders. Dissociative disorders are mental health conditions that involve disruptions in consciousness, memory, identity, or perception, such as Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), Dissociative Amnesia, and Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder.

I invite you to learn more about the Dissociative Disorders Therapist Directory here.

The EMDRIA Directory refers to the directory maintained by the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing International Association (EMDRIA). EMDRIA is a professional organization dedicated to promoting and supporting the use of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy.

I invite you to learn more about he EMDRIA directory here.

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Book: Braiding Sweetgrass

My Grandmothers Hands: Radicalized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Out Hearts and Bodies by therapist Resmaa Menakem by therapist Resmaa Menakem presents a body-centered approach to healing from systemic racism and intergenerational trauma. It explains that true healing from this trauma requires physical, somatic practices rather than just intellectual, verbal discussions.

Kintsugi Therapist Collective (KTC) is a virtual community offering embodied care, support, wisdom, and resources to trans and non-binary, BIPOC, chronically ill, and disabled mental health providers. 

I invite you to learn more about Kintsugi Therapist Collective here.

Friendship Place is the premier housing service provider for people experiencing homelessness in the DC region (MD, DC, and Virginia). The innovative, customized, person-focused programs empower participants to rebuild their lives, find homes, get jobs, and reconnect with friends, family, and the community, permanently!

Learn more about Friendship Place here.