Resources
Crisis and Immediate Support
Emergency Services/Mobile Crisis Teams (MA)
Call 1-877-382-1609 to reach your local ESP (Emergency Services Program), available 24/7
National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 — free, confidential support for mental health emergencies
Samaritans Statewide Helpline
Call 1-877-870-4673 for 24/7 support for anyone feeling hopeless, overwhelmed, or in emotional pain
Massachusetts Behavioral Health Helpline
Call 833-733-2445 to connect with real support, referrals, and treatment options across MA
Parent and Family Resources
Massachusetts Family TIES: support and referrals for families of children with special needs or behavioral challenges https://massfamilyties.org
Parent Stress Line (24/7): 1-800-632-8188—free support for caregivers feeling overwhelmed
MA Department of Mental Health (DMH): https://www.mass.gov/family-support
Massachusetts Early Intervention (birth-3 years): https://mass.gov/early-intervention-program
Therapy, Referrals, & Support Groups
NAMI Massachusetts: Education, peer support groups, and advocacy for individuals and families navigating mental illness https://namimass.org
Postpartum Support International—Massachusetts Chapter: Support and provider referrals for perinatal mood and anxiety concerns https://psichapters.com/ma
Northshore Alliance of LGBTQ Youth (NAGLY): https://nagly.org
Therapy Matcher (by NASW-MA): Free matching to clinical social workers in Massachusetts https://www.therapymatchers.org
Self-Help and Education Tools
Mental Health America Screening Tools: Quick, anonymous mental health checkups https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools
The Trevor Project: 24/7 chat, text, and call support for LGBTQIA+ teens and young adults https://www.thetrevorproject.org
HelpGuide.org: evidence-informed articles on stress, relationships, depression, parenting, and more https://www.helpguide.org
Note
These resources are provided for convenience and general support. I do not receive compensation for including them, and I encourage you to research what feels right for your needs.