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Seeking Help: A Strength, Not a Weakness
Taxes, traffic, and asking for help—three things I struggle with. Of the three, my reluctance to seek support often leaves me stuck in situations I could easily navigate with assistance. This hesitation isn’t unique; many of us find it difficult to open up, especially about our mental health.
Deep-rooted beliefs from childhood can make sharing feelings with strangers feel daunting. While self-reliance is valuable, it’s equally important to recognize that seeking help is a strength, not a weakness.
Below are free resources offering therapy, hotlines, food pantries, and community support. Take a step toward healing—you deserve it.
Mental Health Support
Free Black Therapy – Virtual therapy (1-5 sessions) for individuals of African ancestry.
Silent Sundays – A free, therapist-led group supporting Black women through Afrocentric resources and pop culture references. Sundays @ 5 PM.
National Alliance on Mental Illness – Support groups, hotlines, and resources for mental health and substance abuse.
Latinx Therapy – A growing network of Latinx clinicians offering free therapy and culturally competent support.
National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network – Free therapy sessions available through a mental health grant (apply before April).
Co-dependents Anonymous – A space for those struggling with codependency in an individualistic society.
Support for Trauma and Addiction
Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families – Webinars, support meetings, and ACA readings for healing childhood wounds.
The Sober World – Resources to help individuals and families heal from addiction’s impact.
7 Cups – Text-based mental health support for those uncomfortable with traditional therapy.
Specialized Mental Health Care
Therapy for Black Girls – Therapists, resources, and a podcast dedicated to Black women’s well-being.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 24/7 crisis support through phone and online chat.
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Free resources and therapy for individuals escaping abusive relationships.
Food and Basic Necessities
Feeding America – Free food assistance for those in need, from struggling parents to broke college students.
Remember, seeking support doesn’t mean weakness—it means taking control of your well-being.
