Tailored Mental Health Resources for Specific Identities

Whether it’s finding a therapist who understands your background, joining a support group of like-minded people, or curating a social media feed that reflects your identity, there are many ways to seek out support that leaves you feeling seen and heard.

These resources were curated with many identities in mind and have been reviewed and approved by a JED clinician.

Find Resources By Identity

Rural Youth

Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI)

Black/African American

First-Generation Students

Student Veterans

Latine

American Indian/Alaska Native

LGBTQIA+

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Getting Mental Health Support in Black Families

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Connect With Your Community

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Making Mental Health an Open Conversation in Your Latine Family

How to Use Activism as Self-Care

How to Talk About Your Mental Health With Your AAPI Parents or Family

Finding and Creating a Supportive Latine Community

Celebrating Your Black Identity Is Self-Care