Taking care of your mental health is just as crucial as focusing on your physical health. But it can be hard to figure out how to get help, especially when you’re not feeling your best.

Whether you’re coping with anxiety, depression, a substance use disorder, grief, or something else, there are organizations that can help you — often for free. Here are some to reach out to when you need mental health support.

Anxiety and depression are two of the most common health conditions in the United States. With the right treatment and support, though, it’s possible to ease some symptoms and shorten their duration.

National Alliance on Mental Illness

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is among the largest mental health organizations in the country, with more than 650 state organizations and affiliates. NAMI offers peer-led support groups for people with mental health conditions, as well as their family members and friends.

You can call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), text NAMI to 62640, or email [email protected] to reach the helpline, available Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern time.

Anxiety & Depression Association of America

The Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA) is an international nonprofit dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety and depression and related conditions.

The ADAA has a therapist directory that can help you find a licensed professional in your area and offers online and in-person peer-to-peer support groups that allow you to connect with others living with anxiety. You can also read personal stories on their website from people who’ve found healing and success.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) is an organization focused on supporting and empowering people with mood disorders, including depression and bipolar disorder. The DBSA offers both online and in-person peer-based support groups and strives to create safe and inclusive environments for participants.

About 48.5 million people age 12 or older in the United States had a substance use disorder in 2023, according to statistics. Symptoms can range from mild to severe, but with the right help, it is treatable.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that assists people affected by mental health and substance use conditions. The organization aims to prevent substance misuse, abuse, and addiction; assist with crisis intervention and care services; and help people achieve long-term recovery and sobriety.

SAMHSA also has a confidential, free, 24-hour information line you can call for help finding treatment and support: 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

American Society of Addiction Medicine

The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) is dedicated to promoting evidence-based treatments for substance use disorders. Their resources include a screening tool to help you assess the type of addiction treatment you may need. They also have a free 24-hour hotline for finding support through Treatment Connection. Call 833-275-2043.

Eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa, binge eating, and bulimia nervosa, are mental health conditions that, left untreated, can lead to long-term complications, such as heart problems, low blood pressure, and muscle weakness. Here are some organizations that can help.

National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders

The National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support to people with eating disorders as they seek treatment and navigate recovery.

Their confidential Eating Disorders Helpline is available weekdays from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Central time at 888-375-7767. You can call if you think you or someone you care about has an eating disorder to ask general questions, get support and encouragement, or receive treatment referrals. They also have a free online provider directory.

National Alliance for Eating Disorders

The National Alliance for Eating Disorders is a national nonprofit that provides education and support for people with eating disorders, as well as their loved ones. Their therapist-staffed helpline is available weekdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time. For help finding treatment, call 866-662-1235.

Losing a loved one can affect your mental and physical health. Here are a few organizations that can help you through the grief process.

My Grief Angels

My Grief Angels is a nonprofit organization that connects people who are grieving with others who are going through a similar experience. Along with offering free grief courses, they also have free online support groups for people going through many different types of loss. There are support groups tailored to the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities, people coping with the loss of a pet, and more.

Hospice Foundation of America

The Hospice Foundation of America is a national nonprofit that provides education on palliative care and resources, including support for coping with the loss of a loved one. They offer a wide variety of resources for grief, including articles to help you understand the grieving process and self-help tips for people who are grieving.

The Center for Prolonged Grief

The Center for Prolonged Grief, at Columbia University in New York, New York, is focused on raising awareness about prolonged grief, which is when intense and pervasive symptoms disrupt daily life for more than a year. Their site has an assessment tool that can help you determine if you may have prolonged grief, as well as a therapist finder for treatment both in person and online.

Each year, more than 10 million people experience domestic violence, which can not only harm your physical and emotional health, but also, in severe cases, be fatal. These organizations can offer immediate and long-term help.

The National Domestic Violence Hotline

The National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 and offers free, confidential help (call 1-800-799-7233, text “Start” to 88788, or use live chat on the site). Their website also has an emergency exit button, so you can immediately leave the page and delete it from your browser history. In addition, they have a search tool for local resources if you need help within your community.

Pandora’s Project

Pandora’s Project is a nonprofit organization that provides information, support, and resources for survivors of rape and other sexual abuse. Their online support group, Pandora’s Aquarium, includes a message board, chat room, and blogs. They also have a listing of crisis centers and hotlines for finding help.

WomensLaw.org

WomensLaw.org provides legal help for all survivors of domestic violence, including men. Their website offers state-specific information about restraining orders, custody, and divorce, as well as information on how to stay as safe as possible and where to seek legal services. To receive legal information about your specific situation, you can contact their email hotline, and someone will respond within five business days.