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The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential 24/7 crisis support for Maryland women experiencing suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or mental health emergencies. Call or text 988 to reach a trained crisis counselor immediately. You can also chat at 988lifeline.org. Counselors provide immediate emotional support, safety planning, and referrals to local mental health services. No insurance or ID required. Available every day including holidays in English and Spanish.
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NAMI Maryland provides free mental health education, peer support groups, and advocacy for women living with mental illness and their families. Programs include NAMI Family Support Group, Peer-to-Peer education, and the NAMI HelpLine. Call 410-884-8691 or email info@namimd.org to find local support groups and educational programs. Located at 10630 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. NAMI Family-to-Family classes are free and help loved ones understand mental health conditions.
410-884-8691 · 10630 Little Patuxent Pkwy Suite 206, Columbia, MD 21044 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
Sheppard Pratt is one of the nation's leading nonprofit mental health systems offering comprehensive outpatient therapy, psychiatry, and specialized programs for women in Maryland. Services include individual therapy, medication management, and programs for depression, anxiety, trauma, and eating disorders. Call 410-938-3000 to schedule an intake evaluation. Located at 6501 N Charles St, Baltimore. Insurance accepted including Medicaid. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Financial assistance available for qualifying patients.
410-938-3000 · 6501 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21204 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Baltimore Crisis Response Inc. operates a 24/7 crisis line and deploys mobile crisis teams to assist individuals experiencing mental health emergencies in Baltimore City. Call 410-433-5175 anytime to speak with a crisis counselor or request a mobile team response. Services include crisis stabilization, mental health assessments, and referrals to ongoing treatment. Located at 5010 York Rd, Baltimore. Free service — no insurance required. Available every day including weekends and holidays.
410-433-5175 · 5010 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212 · 24/7
Mental Health America of Maryland provides community mental health resources, education, support groups, and advocacy for women across Maryland. Programs address depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma recovery. Call 443-901-1550 or email info@mhamd.org to learn about support groups and educational workshops. Located at 1301 York Rd Suite 505, Lutherville. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Offers free mental health screenings at mhanational.org and maintains a resource directory for local services.
443-901-1550 · 1301 York Rd Suite 505, Lutherville, MD 21093 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
Postpartum Support Maryland connects new mothers experiencing postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, or psychosis with trained support volunteers, therapists, and treatment resources statewide. Call the PSI HelpLine at 800-944-4773 or text HOME to 741741 for crisis support. Online support groups and a provider directory are available at postpartum.net. Coordinators help match mothers with local therapists experienced in perinatal mental health. Free support coordination — therapy fees vary by provider.
800-944-4773 · Statewide Service · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; Crisis Text: Text HOME to 741741 · Visit Website
On Our Own of Maryland operates peer-run wellness and recovery centers offering free mental health support for women through peer counseling, drop-in centers, and community programs. All services are provided by and for people with lived mental health experience. Call 410-540-8947 or email info@onourownmd.org to find the nearest center. Located at 7310 Ritchie Hwy Suite 215, Glen Burnie. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. No clinical diagnosis required to participate. Peer support is a proven complement to professional treatment.
410-540-8947 · 7310 Ritchie Hwy Suite 215, Glen Burnie, MD 21061 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential 24/7 crisis support for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or mental health emergencies. Call or text 988 to reach a trained crisis counselor. You can also chat at 988lifeline.org. Counselors offer immediate support, safety planning, and referrals to local mental health services. No insurance or ID required. Available every day including holidays in English and Spanish. Veterans can press 1 for specialized veteran support.
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SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-4357) is a free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental health and substance use disorders. Trained information specialists provide referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community organizations. Service is available in English and Spanish. No insurance required. Call any time of day or night, every day of the year. Also accessible online at samhsa.gov.
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The NAMI HelpLine (1-800-950-6264) provides free peer support, resource referrals, and mental health information to individuals and families across the US. Staffed by trained volunteers with lived experience of mental illness, the HelpLine helps callers understand diagnoses, navigate treatment options, and find local support groups. Available Mon-Fri 10am-10pm ET. You can also text NAMI to 741741 for text-based crisis support. Visit nami.org for educational resources and the NAMI Find Support group locator.
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Mental Health America provides free mental health screenings, educational resources, and a national affiliate directory for women seeking mental health support. Take online screening tests for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder at mhanational.org. Use the affiliate locator to find local MHA chapters offering support groups, referrals, and advocacy. MHA's annual mental health month campaign in May provides free public education materials. No registration required to access screening tools or the resource library.
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MentalHealth.gov is the official US government information hub on mental health topics, treatment options, and how to find help. Published by the US Department of Health and Human Services, the site offers plain-language guides on common mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and schizophrenia. Includes a treatment locator, tips for talking to a doctor, and emergency resources. Available in multiple languages. Access free at mentalhealth.gov — no registration required.
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Postpartum Support International provides a free HelpLine (1-800-944-4773), a national provider directory, and peer support groups for women experiencing postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, or psychosis. Trained volunteers offer phone support in English and Spanish. Online support groups meet weekly and are free to join. The provider directory at postpartum.net helps mothers find therapists specializing in perinatal mental health. Resources also available for partners and families supporting a mother in distress.
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The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (1-833-TLC-MAMA / 1-833-852-6262) provides free, confidential 24/7 crisis counseling and mental health support for pregnant and postpartum women and their families. Trained counselors offer emotional support, brief counseling, and referrals to local providers. Available in English and Spanish with interpretation in 60+ additional languages. Text the same number for text-based support. Staffed by mental health professionals — no insurance or referral needed.
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Crisis Text Line offers free, confidential 24/7 mental health support via text message from trained crisis counselors. Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the US to be connected with a volunteer Crisis Counselor within minutes. Counselors help with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, abuse, relationship issues, and emotional distress. No voice call required — fully text-based, which is ideal for situations where calling is not safe or private. Available every day including holidays.
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Therapy for Black Girls is an online platform connecting Black women and girls with culturally competent therapists who understand the unique mental health challenges faced by Black women. The therapist directory allows you to filter by specialty, insurance accepted, and location. The weekly podcast addresses mental health topics relevant to Black women's lived experience. Access the directory free at therapyforblackgirls.com — no registration required to search. Podcast episodes are free on all major streaming platforms.
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The Anxiety and Depression Association of America provides free resources for women dealing with anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and related disorders. Use the therapist directory at adaa.org to find a mental health professional by location and specialty. Free self-help tools include symptom tracking, evidence-based tips, and online support groups. ADAA's free webinars cover topics like managing anxiety and coping with trauma. The support group finder lists both in-person and online groups. No registration needed to access most resources.
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