• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
  Call or text 988 for free, confidential support 24/7 for any mental health crisis, including suicidal thoughts, substance use, or emotional distress.

• Massachusetts Behavioral Health Access Team (BHAT) / BEST Team
  Provides urgent mental health crisis intervention and support across Massachusetts, including mobile crisis services.
  Phone: 1-800-981-HELP (4357)

• National Domestic Violence Hotline
  Support and resources for those experiencing domestic violence or abuse. Available 24/7.
  Phone: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

• Massachusetts Behavioral Health Helpline (BHHL)
  Free 24/7 support for all Massachusetts residents (including students) to find therapy, psychiatry, and crisis care.
  Phone: 1-833-773-2445

• William James INTERFACE Referral Service
  Free referral service for therapy and psychiatry (available in many MA towns).
  Phone: 888-244-6843

• Mass 211
  Free statewide information and referral service for mental health and community resources.
  Phone: 211

• PsychologyToday
  Find and reach out to clinicians based on insurance, location, specializations.

• Headway
  Matches you with in-network therapists.

• Alma
  Network for therapy and psychiatry providers.

• Talkiatry
  Psychiatry-only platform that accepts many insurances.

• Zocdoc
  Book therapy or psychiatry appointments online.

• South Cove Community Health Center

  Provides comprehensive health and mental health services with a focus on Asian American populations.
  Phone: 617-521-6730

• Tufts Medical Center – Asian Psychiatry Program
  Offers evaluations, medication management, and therapy tailored to Asian and Asian American patients.
  Phone: 617-636-5731

• Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center (BCNC)
  Offers family support, youth programs, and mental health referrals for the Asian American community in Boston and Quincy.
  Phone: 617-635-5129

• Quincy Asian Resources, Inc. (QARI)
  Provides social services, case management, and referrals for mental health support to Asian immigrants and families.
  Phone: 617-472-2200

• Korean Church of Boston – Counseling Ministry
  Provides counseling support and referrals for Korean-speaking individuals and families.
  Phone: 781-894-1173

• Greater Boston Chinese Golden Age Center
  Provides social, cultural, and health services for the elderly Chinese community.
  Phone: 617-482-3700

• Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence (ATASK)
  Provides culturally responsive support for AAPI survivors of domestic violence, including mental health referrals.
  Phone: 617-338-2355

• Asian Mental Health Collective

  A nonprofit working to normalize and destigmatize mental health care in Asian communities worldwide. AMHC offers outreach, education, and a directory of culturally sensitive Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander providers.

• Asian American Psychological Association (AAPA)
  Promotes mental health and wellness for Asian American communities with a directory of culturally competent providers.

• Fenway Health
  Provides affirming primary care, mental health counseling, psychiatric care, and support groups for LGBTQ+ individuals.

  Phone: 617-267-0900

• Boston GLASS (LGBTQ+ Youth)
  Offers counseling, support groups, and resources for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults (ages 13–29).
  Phone: 857-399-1920

• Massachusetts Transgender Health Coalition
  Advocacy and resources for transgender and nonbinary individuals.

• Greater Boston PFLAG
  Provides peer support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families.
  Phone: 781-891-5966

• Trevor Project
  24/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth.
  Phone: 1-866-488-7386

• LGBT National Help Center
  Provides free, confidential peer-support hotlines and resources for LGBTQ+ individuals of all ages.
  Phone: 1-888-843-4564

• Trans Lifeline
  Peer support and crisis line run by and for transgender people.
  Phone: 877-565-8860

• SAGE LGBT Elder Hotline
  Support for LGBTQ+ older adults, including connection to mental health resources.
  Phone: 1-877-360-5428

• LGBTQ Psychotherapists of Color (QTPoC) Directory
  Directory of LGBTQ-affirming therapists of color across the U.S.

• Community Behavioral Health Centers (CBHCs)
  Statewide clinics offering same-day mental health and crisis services for MassHealth members. Includes therapy, psychiatry, and crisis stabilization.

• Open Path Collective
  Therapy sessions at $30–$60 for individuals, $30–$80 for couples/families.

• Fenway Health
  Provides affordable mental health services focused on LGBTQ+ individuals, with sliding scale fees and insurance acceptance.
  Phone: 617-927-6350

• Boston Medical Center Outpatient Psychiatry
  Accepts MassHealth and offers financial assistance for uninsured or low-income patients.
  Phone: 617-638-8541

• Psychology Today – Sliding Scale Filter

  Search for providers who offer income-based rates.

• MassHealth Behavioral Health Help Line (BHHL)
  Free 24/7 support for finding behavioral health treatment, including therapy, psychiatry, and substance use programs.
  Phone: 833-773-2445
  

• Community Behavioral Health Centers (CBHCs)
  Statewide clinics offering same-day mental health and crisis services for MassHealth members. Includes therapy, psychiatry, and crisis stabilization.

• Massachusetts Behavioral Health Partnership (MBHP)
  Administers behavioral health services for many MassHealth members. Provides care coordination, therapy, psychiatry, and specialty programs.
  Phone: 800-495-0086

• Carelon Behavioral Health (formerly Beacon Health Options)
  Manages behavioral health benefits for many MassHealth plans and helps connect members to therapy and psychiatry providers.
  Phone: 888-217-3501

• Medicare Provider Search
  Find Medicare-accepting mental health providers.

• Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs – Behavioral Health Services
  Offers mental health support and referral services tailored for older adults on Medicare.
  Phone: 617-727-7750

• Riverside Community Care – Men’s Support Groups
  Offers therapy and support groups for men addressing emotional health, relationships, and stress.
  Phone: 781-329-0909

• HeadsUpGuys
  Online resource dedicated to supporting men with depression through education, tools, and a global therapist directory.

• Men’s Group
  Offers virtual men’s support groups focused on mental health, connection, and personal growth.

• Man Therapy
  A mental health resource using humor and practical tools to engage men in conversations about mental health.

• Black Men Heal

  A non-profit organization that centers on the mental health needs of Black men by pairing them with therapists of color who can attend to their unique cultural experiences. The organization offers up to 8 free therapy sessions to those who apply.  

• The ManKind Project

  A non-profit organization that provides training, groups, and programs for men to form connections, receive support through hardships, and evolve into their best selves for their own well-being and the well-being of their communities. They provide free, confidential, online Men’s Groups throughout the country.   

• Visible Man

  A free men’s peer support community whose mission is to connect men in need and create a visible network of advocates.

• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Men’s Mental Health Resources
  Provides education and support for men seeking help for mental health conditions.

• Psychology Today

  “Find a Therapist” tool offers a “Men’s Issues” filter. Use this filter to find therapists who are skilled at providing therapy specific to men’s mental health challenges.  

• The Loveland Foundation
  Offers mental health resources and financial assistance specifically for Black women and girls.

• Asian American Psychological Association (AAPA)
  Promotes mental health and wellness for Asian American communities with a directory of culturally competent providers.

• Therapy for Black Girls
  A supportive online community and directory connecting Black women and girls with culturally competent therapists who understand their unique experiences.

• Inclusive Therapists
  An extensive directory of therapists who affirm and support LGBTQ+ identities, people of color, and other marginalized communities, helping clients find culturally sensitive care.

• Latinx Therapy
  A mental health resource hub focused on connecting Latinx individuals with therapists who provide culturally relevant and language-accessible care tailored to the Latinx community.

• InnoPsych

  A platform that connects individuals with therapists of color and provides resources to make mental health care more accessible in communities of color.

• LGBTQ Psychotherapists of Color (QTPoC) Directory
  Directory of LGBTQ-affirming therapists of color across the U.S.

• Casa Esperanza

  Culturally competent substance use and mental health treatment for Latinx individuals.

  Phone: (617) 445-1123

• The Brookline Center – Center for Community Mental Health

  Culturally responsive therapy, psychiatry, family counseling, school-based services.; multilingual clinicians, speak Spanish.

  Phone: (617) 277-8107

• Healthy Roads

  A free wellness program from The Family Van offering five personalized sessions with a trained community health worker—available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Haitian Creole—focused on stress management, mental health, and connecting participants to community resources, either in person or by phone.

  Phone: (617) 835-9770

Many Massachusetts colleges and universities partner with mental health provider networks that give students access to therapy and psychiatry outside of the campus counseling center. These platforms are often included in tuition or covered by the student health insurance plan

• TimelyCare – 24/7 virtual counseling and psychiatry for students. (UMass Amherst, Suffolk University, Emerson College)

• Mantra Health – Virtual therapy and psychiatry services integrated with campus health. (Babson College, Lesley University, Amherst College)

• Uwill – On-demand virtual counseling platform, often free through student services. (Many community colleges and state schools in MA)

• ThrivingCampus – Online directory that connects students with local mental health providers who want to work with college students. (Harvard University, Boston College, Tufts University)

• Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) Provider Portals – Many Massachusetts schools also use major insurance carriers for their Student Health Insurance Plans (SHIP):

  • Aetna Student Health

  • UnitedHealthcare Student Resources

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Most BCBS student plans use Optum (United Behavioral Health) for mental health services.

    • Some plans may use Carelon Behavioral Health.

• VA Boston Healthcare System – Mental Health Services
  Provides comprehensive mental health care for veterans, including therapy, medication management, and specialty programs for PTSD, substance use, and depression.
  Phone: 800-865-3384

• Massachusetts Department of Veterans’ Services (DVS)
  Connects veterans and their families with state-funded benefits and mental health support programs.
  Phone: 617-210-5480

• Home Base Program (Mass General Hospital & Red Sox Foundation)
  Specializes in clinical care for veterans, service members, and their families, including PTSD, TBI, depression, and anxiety.
  Phone: 617-724-5202

• Veterans Crisis Line (Massachusetts & National)
  24/7 confidential crisis support for veterans and their families.
  Phone: Call 988, then Press 1

• Vet Centers (Boston, Brockton, Worcester, Springfield)
  Community-based counseling centers providing readjustment counseling for combat veterans, including individual, group, and family therapy.

• Make the Connection
  Veteran-focused mental health resource with videos, self-help tools, and local support options.

• Wounded Warrior Project – Mental Health Services
  Offers outpatient and group-based mental health programs for veterans, including free virtual care.

• Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Women’s Mental Health Program
  Offers specialized mental health services focused on women’s unique needs, including perinatal mental health, mood disorders, and hormonal-related mental health conditions.
  Phone: 617-726-8900

• Postpartum Support International (PSI)
  Supports women and families experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders through resources and a national helpline.
  Helpline: 1-800-944-4773

• Massachusetts Department of Public Health – Maternal Mental Health
  Offers programs and resources supporting maternal mental health and perinatal mood disorders in Massachusetts.

• The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Women & Mental Health
  Provides education and support tailored to women’s mental health issues.

• The Loveland Foundation
  Offers mental health resources and financial assistance specifically for Black women and girls.

• The Women’s Mental Health Network (National)
  Provides education, advocacy, and resources addressing the unique mental health needs of women across the lifespan.

• Cambridge Women’s Center
  The Cambridge Women’s Center is a community space open to anyone for whom woman is a meaningful identifier or lived experience. They aim to provide a safe space for learning, emotional support, empathy, and empowerment through self-determination.

• MCAP for Moms

  A list of local support groups in Massachusetts by geographic area and topic/focus.

• Parental Stress Hotline

  Toll-free 24/7 confidential helpline including counseling, support and information for parents. Translator services available.

  Phone: 800-632-8188

• Massachusetts ADHD Coalition
  A local group promoting awareness, education, and advocacy for people with ADHD across Massachusetts.

• Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) ADHD Clinic
  Provides clinical evaluation and treatment for children and adults with ADHD.
  Phone: 617-726-2585

• Tufts Medical Center – ADHD & Learning Disorders Clinic

  Provides evaluation and treatment for ADHD and learning disorders, including support for college students and adults.
  Phone: 617‑636‑5774

• CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
  A national nonprofit providing education, advocacy, and support for individuals with ADHD and their families.
  Phone: 1-800-233-4050

• ADDA (Attention Deficit Disorder Association)
  Focuses on support and resources for adults with ADHD.

• The ADHD Coaches Organization
  Offers coaching resources and referrals to professionals trained in ADHD coaching.

• Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Center for Anxiety and Traumatic Stress Disorders (CATSD)
  Specializes in evidence-based treatment for anxiety disorders, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and medication management.
  Phone: 617-724-6300

• Boston University Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders (CARD)
  Offers assessment and therapy for anxiety, panic disorder, phobias, OCD, and related conditions.
  Phone: 617-353-9610

• McLean Hospital Anxiety Mastery Program (AMP)
  Intensive outpatient program for children and adolescents with anxiety and OCD.
  Phone: 617-855-2820

• Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA)
  Provides education, online support groups, and a directory of anxiety specialists.

• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
  Offers peer-led support groups, educational resources, and advocacy for individuals with anxiety disorders.

• International OCD Foundation (IOCDF)
  Focused on OCD and related disorders, including specialized provider directories and support.

• Mental Health America (MHA)
  Offers screening tools, educational resources, and links to anxiety support services.

• Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) – Autism Support

  DMH serves individuals with serious mental health needs and may assist autistic individuals with co-occurring conditions through case management, mental health services, and referrals.

• Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC) – Autism Center
  Provides advocacy, legal support, and education for families of children with autism, focusing on school-based services and rights.
  Phone: 617-357-8431

• The Autism Program at Boston Medical Center (BMC)
  Offers care coordination, family navigation, and community resources for individuals with autism and their families.
  Phone: 617-414-3842

• Lurie Center for Autism (Mass General Hospital)
  Provides diagnostic, medical, and behavioral services for individuals with autism across the lifespan.
  Phone: 781-860-1700

• Advocates Autism Alliance
  Offers individualized services for children and adults with autism, including day programs and community support.
  Phone: 508-628-6300

• Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN)
  Offers training and resources for families navigating special education and autism-related services.
  Phone: 617-236-7210

• Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Bipolar Clinic and Research Program
  Provides specialized evaluation and treatment for bipolar disorder, along with research opportunities.
  Phone: 617-726-6184

• McLean Hospital Division of Depression and Bipolar Disorders
  Offers inpatient, residential, and outpatient care for individuals with bipolar disorder.
  Phone: 617-855-3141

• Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
  Peer-led support groups (online and in-person) and educational resources specifically for bipolar disorder.

• International Bipolar Foundation
  Offers webinars, support resources, and education for individuals and families.

• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
  Provides education, advocacy, and support groups for individuals with bipolar disorder and their families.

• 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
  24/7 crisis support for anyone experiencing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts.
  Phone: 988

• Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Depression Clinical & Research Program
  Specializes in evaluation and treatment of depressive disorders with evidence-based therapies and medication management.
  Phone: 617-726-8895

• McLean Hospital Depression and Anxiety Disorders Program
  Offers inpatient, residential, and outpatient services for depression and co-occurring conditions.
  Phone: 617-855-3141

• Boston University Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders (CARD)
  Provides CBT and other therapies for depression, anxiety, and related conditions.
  Phone: 617-353-9610

• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
  Offers support groups, helplines, and educational programs for individuals and families affected by depression.

• Mental Health America (MHA)
  Provides free screening tools, self-help resources, and links to depression treatment.

• Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
  Peer-led support groups and educational resources for individuals with depression and mood disorders.

• 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
  Free 24/7 confidential support for individuals in emotional distress or crisis.
  Phone: 988

• Boston Children’s Hospital Eating Disorders Program
  Specialized outpatient and inpatient care for children and adolescents with eating disorders.
  Phone: 617-355-6472

• McLean Hospital Eating Disorders Program
  Offers comprehensive residential and outpatient treatment for adults with eating disorders.
  Phone: 617-855-3141

• The Renfrew Center of Boston
  Provides specialized outpatient and day treatment programs for eating disorders in adults.
  Phone: 617-742-7755

• Cambridge Eating Disorder Center (CEDC)

  Offers comprehensive residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs for individuals with eating disorders.

  Phone: 888-900-CEDC (2332)

• National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)
  Offers a helpline, educational resources, and treatment referral services.
  Helpline: 1-800-931-2237

• Eating Disorders Anonymous (EDA)
  Peer-led 12-step support groups for individuals recovering from eating disorders.

• Project HEAL
  Provides scholarships for treatment and resources for individuals with eating disorders.

• Academy for Eating Disorders (AED)
  Professional organization offering resources for patients and providers on eating disorders.

• Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) OCD and Related Disorders Program
  Provides specialized assessment and treatment for OCD and related conditions, including CBT and exposure therapy.
  Phone: 617-726-6766

• McLean Hospital OCD Institute (OCDI)
  Offers intensive residential, partial hospital, and outpatient programs for individuals with severe OCD.
  Phone: 617-855-3109

• Boston University Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders (CARD)
  Provides evidence-based therapy for OCD, including exposure and response prevention (ERP).
  Phone: 617-353-9610

• International OCD Foundation (IOCDF)
  Offers education, support groups, and a directory of OCD specialists.

• Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA)
  Provides information on OCD and related conditions and connects individuals to qualified providers.

• NOCD
  A telehealth platform that offers virtual ERP therapy for OCD with licensed specialists.

• Made of Millions
  A nonprofit that provides educational resources and advocacy for OCD and related mental health conditions.

• Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Schizophrenia Program
  Provides specialized care, including evaluation, medication management, and support for individuals with schizophrenia and related disorders.
  Phone: 617-724-7792

• Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center – Psychotic Disorders Program
  Offers outpatient services for early intervention, medication management, and psychosocial support.
  Phone: 617-667-4074

• DMH Early Psychosis Programs (RaiSE and MAP)
  State-supported early intervention programs for adolescents and young adults experiencing first-episode psychosis.

• McLean Hospital Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder Inpatient Program
  Provides acute inpatient care for individuals with schizophrenia and related disorders.
  Phone: 617-855-3141

• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Schizophrenia Resources
  Offers education, support groups, and resources for individuals and families.

• Schizophrenia & Psychosis Action Alliance (S&PAA)
  Provides education, advocacy, and support resources for those living with schizophrenia and related disorders.

• SAMHSA Early Serious Mental Illness Treatment Locator
  Helps individuals find early intervention programs for psychosis across the U.S.

• 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
  Free 24/7 confidential crisis support for individuals in distress.
  Phone: 988

• Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) Sleep Disorders Center
  Provides evaluation and treatment for insomnia and other sleep disorders.
  Phone: 617-667-5864

• Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Sleep Disorders Unit
  Offers diagnostic testing and behavioral treatment for sleep disorders, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).
  Phone: 617-726-3818

• Brigham and Women’s Hospital Sleep Disorders Program
  Specializes in the diagnosis and multidisciplinary treatment of sleep conditions.
  Phone: 617-732-5500

• Boston Behavioral Sleep Medicine
  Independent practice specializing in CBT-I and behavioral treatments for insomnia and other sleep concerns.

• American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) – Sleep Education
  Offers educational resources about sleep health and a directory of accredited sleep centers.

• Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine (SBSM)
  Provides a directory of providers trained in CBT-I, the gold-standard treatment for insomnia.

• National Sleep Foundation
  Offers public education on sleep hygiene and sleep disorders.

• CBT-I Coach (Mobile App)
  A free app created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Stanford University to support CBT-I treatment.

• Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline
  Free, confidential support for finding treatment, recovery services, and harm reduction resources.
  Phone: 800-327-5050

• Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS)
  A division of the MA Department of Public Health offering statewide programs, treatment access, and recovery support.

• Learn to Cope
  Peer-led support network for families dealing with a loved one’s substance use.
  Phone: 508-738-5148

• Gavin Foundation
  Provides residential, outpatient, and recovery support programs for individuals and families impacted by substance use.
  Phone: 617-268-5517

• Recovery Support Centers (RSCs)
  Peer-driven centers across Massachusetts that provide free recovery groups, resources, and community support.

• SAMHSA Treatment Locator
  National database for finding local treatment programs for substance use and co-occurring disorders.
  Phone: 800-662-HELP (4357)

• Shatterproof
  Nonprofit offering education, advocacy, and a directory of evidence-based addiction treatment providers.

• Partnership to End Addiction
  Resources, support, and a helpline for families concerned about substance use.
  Phone: 855-378-4373

• SMART Recovery
  Free, evidence-based self-management and recovery support groups (online and in-person).

• Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Center for Anxiety and Traumatic Stress Disorders (CATSD)
  Provides specialized evaluation and treatment for PTSD and trauma-related conditions, including evidence-based therapies such as CBT and EMDR.
  Phone: 617-724-6300

• Boston VA Healthcare System – PTSD Clinic
  Offers specialized care for veterans with PTSD, including evidence-based treatment and group programs.
  Phone: 857-364-8000

• McLean Hospital Dissociative Disorders and Trauma Program
  Provides inpatient and outpatient treatment for trauma-related conditions, including complex PTSD.
  Phone: 617-855-3141

• Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC)
  Provides free counseling, advocacy, and support for survivors of sexual violence and trauma.
  Phone: 800-841-8371

• National Center for PTSD (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs)
  Provides educational resources, self-help tools, and provider directories for individuals affected by PTSD.

• Sidran Institute
  Specializes in trauma-related education, advocacy, and resources for survivors of PTSD and dissociation.

• RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)
  Provides crisis support, advocacy, and resources for survivors of sexual assault.
  Phone: 800-656-4673

• Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA)
  Offers information on trauma-related disorders and a directory of providers specializing in PTSD.

• 7 Cups

  Free, anonymous, online emotional support through trained volunteer listeners and licensed therapists—accessible anytime.

• NAMI Massachusetts Connection Recovery Support Groups

  Free, peer-led support groups for adults living with mental health conditions, including groups for women of color, those dealing with dual diagnosis, LGBTQIA+.

• Boston Peer Support Line
  Warmlines are numbers that people can call to get support when they are feeling lonely, anxious, sad, or simply need someone to talk to. They can also provide resources to callers.

  Phone: 1-877-733-7563

  Available everyday: 4:00 - 7:45 PM

• Kiva Centers Peer Support Line
  Phone: (508) 688-5898

  Available Monday-Friday, 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM

• Advocates Peer Support Groups

  Facilitated by trained peers, these groups focus on empowerment, self-advocacy, and practical coping strategies. Sessions are typically free, confidential, and open to anyone seeking peer support.

• Western Mass Peer Support Line
  Phone: 1-888-407-4515

  Available Monday-Thursday, 7:00-9:00 PM and Friday-Sunday, 7:00-10:00 PM