Resources for Teens & Parents

Resources, Resources, Resources. There are so many, yet not many people know they exist! Resources range from educational resources to resources to reach out for when you need help with your mental health! These resources exist for teens and parents alike, and below there is a list for you and you parent to click through:

Mental Health Resources:

Start with some self care with these ideas

General
The Stability Network - Stories of People Who Have Overcome Mental Health Conditions
Broomfield Community Reach Center
Mental Health Partners: A Digital Home
Rise Above Colorado
Sources of Strength
MentalHealth.gov
Mental Health First Aid - Get Trained on How to Assist Someone Experiencing a Mental Health or Substance Use Crisis
Stamp Out Stigma
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Right Direction - Tools for Employers to Improve Workplace Mental Health
LGBTQ+ Mental Health Resources

Find A Therapist

Hotlines
- Colorado Crisis Services
  - Call 1-844-493-8255 or Text “TALK” to 38255 for mental health crisis support
- The Trevor Project - Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ+ Youth
  - Call 1-866-488-7386 if you are a young LGBTQ+ person in crisis, feeling suicidal, or in need of a safe and judgment-free place to talk. Or text START to 678-678.
- Trans Lifeline
  - Call 1-877-565-8860
- Veterans Crisis Line
  - Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 or Text 838-255
- National Suicide Hotline

Apps

For Parents:

What Parents Can Do to Support Friendships - HealthyChildren.org
4 Skills That Help Kids Make Friends
Parenting: How to Strengthen Family Bonds
Tips for Communicating With Your Teen