National Mental Health Resource Directory

National Mental Health Services Directory

Multiple national directories and databases exist to help people find mental health services and support but it is worth noting that major funding for most of these agencies have been severely cut/eliminated under the current Presidential administration. The Department of Government Efficiency has also eliminated several staff agencies so services have become severely impaired. PLEASE call and talk to one or more of these agencies and if they can’t help you they can assist you in locating services in your local area.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a primary resource, offering both an online locator and a national helpline. Other organizations, such as Psychology Today, Mental Health America (MHA), and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), also provide directories for finding therapists, treatment facilities, and support groups.

Directories and search tools

FindTreatment.gov (SAMHSA): This is a confidential and anonymous resource for finding mental and substance use disorder treatment facilities in the U.S. and its territories. It provides regularly updated, searchable listings of facilities. Web address is: https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health/facts
Psychology Today Therapy Directory: This well-known directory allows you to search for licensed mental health professionals by location. You can filter by criteria such as therapeutic approach, specialties, and insurance coverage. Web address is: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
Mental Health America (MHA) Finding Help: MHA provides a resource list with information on finding therapists, treatment facilities, support groups, and other options. It also recommends using Psychology Today, SAMHSA’s locator, and insurance company websites. Web address is: https://mhanational.org/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=37100194
GoodTherapy.org: This directory lists licensed therapists and counselors and offers advanced search filters to help you find a professional who meets your specific needs. Web site address is: https://mhanational.org/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=37100194
Headway and Alma: These online platforms simplify access to therapy by helping you find therapists who are covered by your insurance.

Website is: https://care.headway.co/therapists

Website is: https://helloalma.com/

Helplines for immediate assistance

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: This is a confidential, free, and 24/7 service for anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. You can call or text 988 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
SAMHSA National Helpline: Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) to access a free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service for people facing mental health and/or substance use disorders.
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the U.S. to connect with a live, trained crisis counselor.
Veterans Crisis Line: For veterans and their loved ones, call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online for 24/7 support.

Other National resources

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): The NAMI Helpline offers information, resource referrals, and peer support. You can call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or text “NAMI” to 62640.
211 Information and Referral: By calling 211, you can be connected to a live person who can help you find long-term mental health resources and other essential services in your community.
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH): The NIMH website offers a comprehensive overview of mental illnesses and links to reliable resources for finding help.

Mental Health Hotline: The Mental Health Hotline specializes in providing practical & actionable solutions. Speak with trained experts who will listen without judgment and provide solutions with clarity. Every professional working at MHH can help identify problems and suggest next steps. Every call is 100% confidential, secure, and free. The hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Website: https://mentalhealthhotline.org/

Specialized directories for specific mental health conditions

Many organizations offer specialized directories that help people find mental health professionals who focus on treating specific conditions. While general directories like Psychology Today allow you to filter by specialty, these dedicated resources offer more focused listings for serious or complex conditions.

Directories for specific conditions

How to use specialized directories

When using these specialized tools, you can refine your search by various factors, including:

Your location or zip code

Specific therapeutic approaches (e.g., CBT, EMDR)

Whether the provider offers telehealth

Ages served, such as children and adolescents

Accepted insurance and payment options

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD):

The International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) provides an online directory of therapists, support groups, and treatment programs that have experience and specialization in treating OCD. Website: https://www.treatmyocd.com/

Anxiety and Depression:

The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) offers a therapist search feature that allows you to find providers by location, treatment options, and mental health disorder. Website: https://adaa.org/

Serious Mental Illnesses (e.g., Psychosis, Schizophrenia):

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) maintains an Early Serious Mental Illness Treatment Locator. This confidential tool helps people find facilities specializing in recent-onset serious mental illnesses. Website: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/locators/esmi

Eating Disorders:

National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD) offers a free, online treatment directory to connect individuals with specialized eating disorder treatment options in their area.

Website: https://www.eatingdisorderhope.com/treatment-for-eating-disorders/eating-disorder-hotlines

Trauma and PTSD:

The National Center for PTSD lists several locators for therapists who specialize in specific trauma-focused therapies, such as Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure (PE). Website: https://www.ptsd.va.gov/

The EMDR International Association provides a directory for finding therapists certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Website: https://www.emdria.org/

The International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) also offers a clinician directory. promotes advancement and exchange of knowledge about severe stress and trauma.

Website: https://www.samhsa.gov/resource/dbhis/international-society-traumatic-stress-studies

Substance Use Disorders and Dual Diagnosis:

FindTreatment.gov (SAMHSA’s locator) can filter for substance use treatment alongside mental health conditions, including for dual diagnosis.

Website: https://www.findtreatment.gov

Drug Rehab USA lists over 15,000 drug rehab centers and 4,000 licensed methadone clinics across the U.S.

Website: https://drugrehabus.org/

Diabetes and Mental Health:

The American Diabetes Association has a directory for finding therapists who specialize in supporting individuals managing the mental health challenges associated with diabetes.

Website: https://diabetes.org/