Resources for Teens

The links below are listed to provide you with additional online mental health care information. The following is not meant to be a comprehensive list, nor is it necessarily an endorsement of the content of the sites.

For Immediate Help

Lifeline Suicide Hotline - 24/7 confidential support at (800) 273-TALK (8255) or by webchat at suicidepreventionlifeline.org.
In an emergency, please call 911.

National Sexual Assault Hotline - (800) 656-HOPE (4673) or Webchat.

About Therapy & Mental Health Treatment

When do Minors in Therapy Have a Right to Confidentiality? - GoodTherapy.org (Note: This resource is for general information; we will discuss how I handle confidentiality with minor patients in our first session).

What to Expect in Your First Therapy Session - Teen Vogue

Mental Health Resources for Teen Girls - GirlsHealth.gov

Talking to Your Parents About Emotional Problems - GirlsHealth.gov

Mental Health for Teens & Young Adults - National Alliance on Mental Illness

Mental Health in Girls & Teens - Anxiety & Depression Association of America

Bullying

Teens Against Bullying - Youth-led anti-bullying advocacy group

StopBullying.gov

Caregiving

Caregiver’s Guide to Coping with Stress and Burnout - Caring.com

Education & Learning

Learning Disabilities & ADHD - GirlsHealth.gov

Legal Rights

Teen Legal Rights - Resources on bullying, educational issues, healthcare rights, LGBT rights, dating and abuse, and more from Connecticut Center for Children’s Advocacy

SpeakUpTeens.org - Resources on school, health, LGBT issues, rights, and more for Connecticut teens.

LGBTQ+ Issues

True Colors - Connecticut-based organization for LGBTQIA youth [NOTE: As of Feb 2021, True Colors has paused its operations due to funding issues. Their website may still contain helpful resources.]

New Haven Pride Center - offers several programs for youth, including support groups (currently virtual).

Q+ - Grassroots, youth-led CT-based organization for queer youth.