Support Organizations

Alateen
A place just for teens affected by someone else's alcoholism

Alliance of Hope
Since 2008, the Alliance of Hope has been working to decrease stigma, increase understanding of the suicide loss experience, and provide direct support to survivors.

Dial-A-Teacher
Phone number: (212) 777-3380 - Homework help for students, run by classroom teachers - 4 to 7 pm Monday-Thursday during the school year.

National Alliance on Mental Illness
Resources and support for individuals with mental illness and community members who want to support individuals with mental illness.

Teen Line
Vent, talk about problems and get advice with other teens trained to provide help and support.

The Trevor Project
Provides information on sexuality and gender, an online community to connect with other LGBTQ+ young people, and crisis lines for live phone, text or chat support.

YouMatter
You Matter is a safe space for youth to discuss and share stories about mental health and wellness, created and administered by the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. You Matter blog posts are written by a rotating Blogger Council of individuals between the ages of 13-24 that are passionate about suicide prevention and mental health.