65 Mental Health Resources for People of Color

Mental illness does not discriminate: In 2024, 23.4% of U.S. adults (about 61.5 million people) experienced any mental illness in the past year, reported by SAMHSA in 2025. And while mental health is a crosscutting issue that affects all communities, providing effective services for people of color requires acknowledging and understanding different lived realities—and how factors like discrimination, cultural context, and access barriers can shape both mental health needs and pathways to care.

The National Association of Social Work’s Standards and Indicators of Cultural Competence explains that providing culturally competent service to clients requires social workers to do the following: 

• Have a “heightened consciousness of how culturally diverse populations experience their uniqueness and deal with their differences and similarities within a larger social context.”
• “Use an intersectionality approach to practice, examining forms of oppression, discrimination and domination through diversity components of race and ethnicity, immigration and refugee status, religion and spirituality, sexual orientation and gender identity and expression, social class and abilities.”
• “Acknowledge their own position of power vis-à-vis the populations they serve and to practice cultural humility.”
• “Disrupt the societal processes that marginalize populations” by challenging “institutional and structural oppression and the accompanying feelings of privilege and internalized oppression.” 

As the NASW Standards make clear, achieving cultural competence should be viewed as an ongoing process of learning rather than an end goal. For racial and ethnic communities, a commitment to understanding these components can go a long way toward making them feel comfortable in practitioners’ abilities to provide them effective mental health services.

In this piece, OnlineMSWPrograms.com collected resources that have been tailored to the mental health needs of various racial and ethnic groups.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• People of Color
• Black People and African Americans
• Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
• Latinx Americans
• Native Americans and Alaska Natives

Inclusive Therapists: a database for people to connect with therapists focused on the needs of marginalized populations, including people of color, the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities. 

LGBTQ Psychotherapists of Color: volunteer-led grassroots professional community for LGBTQ people of color in the San Francisco Bay Area mental health field (students through licensed professionals).

National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network: an organization with a directory of therapists nationwide.

Therapy for Black Girls: directory to help Black women and girls connect with therapists nationwide (including virtual options).

Latinx Therapy: directory to help people find Latinx/Latine therapists nationwide (including online therapy options).

Black People Die By Suicide Too Podcast (formerly Fireflies Unite Podcast with Kea) stories of people thriving with mental illness within communities of color. 

Wellness in Color Podcast: a series from National Alliance on Mental Illness Minnesota with the mission to reshape the cultural language about mental illness through stories.

Therapy for Black Girls Podcast: a weekly show hosted by Dr. Joy Harden Bradford focused on mental health, personal growth, and healing in the Black community.

Latinx Therapy Podcast: bilingual podcast hosted by Latinx mental health professionals focused on breaking stigma and discussing culturally relevant mental health topics in the Latinx community.

The Asian Mental Health Podcast: a podcast from Shapes and Sounds focused on normalizing and destigmatizing mental health conversations in Asian communities.

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BEAM, Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective: organization with information on mental health training, toolkits and a directory of licensed Black therapists who can provide online services.

Black Mental Health Alliance: an organization that provides culturally relevant education and training and offers referral services to support access to mental health care.

Ethel’s Club: membership-based social and wellness community designed to center people of color, offering ongoing community programming and events.

Psychology Today Directory of African American Therapists: searchable directory with state/city filters and options to filter for online therapy.

Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness: a social impact business that provides mental health education, therapy, community support and resources to help young adult Black women.

Therapy for Black Girls: website associated with a podcast by same name that offers a therapist locator, group chats and blog articles to encourage the wellness of Black women and girls. 

African Americans, Anxiety and Depression Association of America: resource hub on Black/African American mental health with guidance on choosing culturally competent providers, plus articles on racism-related stress and anxiety.

Black/African American, Behavioral Health Equity, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) resource hub for Black mental health and behavioral health equity; for crisis support, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (dial 988—1-800-273-8255 still works) and for treatment referral call SAMHSA’s National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP/4357).

Black and African American Communities and Mental Health, Mental Health America: quick facts and background on mental health in Black/African American communities, including prevalence, treatment access, and key barriers.

Black Mental Matters Podcast: weekly conversations that address mental health disparities in the Black community to break the stigma.

Black Therapist Podcast: discussions about unique issues when dealing with mental health care and mental health diagnosis.

Brother, You’re on My Mind Toolkit, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities: website with educational material, checklists and tips on partnerships, outreach and event planning aimed at African American men.

Minding My Black Business Podcast: a series dedicated to the mental health of Black entrepreneurs.

The Safe Place: mental health app for the Black community on Android and iPhone.

NAMI Sharing Hope: Mental Wellness in Black/African Ancestry Communities: free community conversation program and resources designed to create supportive spaces to talk about mental health and wellness in Black/African ancestry communities.

Therapy for Black Girls Podcast: weekly chat about mental health, personal development and more for Black women and girls.

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Asian American Psychological Association: an organization for professionals that has fact sheets on brain injury, trauma and violence exposure, intimate partner violence, student-adjustment challenges, bullying and suicide. 

Asian Counseling and Referral Service: an organization based in the state of Washington that provides Asian American and Pacific Islander communities with mental health services and support.

Asians Do Therapy: website working to reduce stigma about and improve access to therapy with guidance on finding a therapist.

Asian Mental Health Collective: community raising awareness and reducing stigma around Asian mental health, with an Asian Therapist Directory to help people find therapists nationwide. 

Asian Pacific Counseling and Treatment Centers: Los Angeles–based agency providing culturally and linguistically appropriate mental health services and community programs for Asian Pacific communities. 

Cambodian Association of America: community organization offering the Cambodian Wellness Program to promote mental wellness through culturally responsive education, outreach, and community support for Cambodian communities in Long Beach and Santa Ana.

National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association: an organization with trainings, self-care tips and articles related to the mental health of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders.

AAPA Provider Directory (Asian American Psychological Association): a directory designed to connect Asians and Asian Americans with culturally aware providers.

SAMHIN (South Asian Mental Health Initiative & Network): nonprofit focused on South Asian mental health; includes a public provider network/directory and educational resources.

Asian-Americans, ADAA: resource hub on mental health in AAPI communities, including guidance on finding culturally responsive care and articles on barriers to treatment and community needs.

Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander, Behavioral Health Equity, SAMHSA: resource hub for AANHPI behavioral health equity; for crisis support, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (dial 988—1-800-273-8255 still works) and for treatment referral call SAMHSA’s National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP/4357).

Asian American/Pacific Islander Communities and Mental Health, MHA: position statement highlighting key context, barriers, and considerations for mental health in AAPI communities (including access and cultural factors).

Asians Do Therapy Podcast: conversations with Asian and Asian American therapists and clients. 

Korean American Perspectives Podcast: podcast series from the Council of Korean Americans featuring conversations on Korean American community topics; includes episodes that touch on mental health and well-being.

MannMukti: South Asian mental health platform with personal stories, a community space for connection, and a podcast series featuring conversations with mental health professionals and people with lived experience.

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Latinx Therapy: online directory to help people find Latinx mental health professionals (including therapists and psychiatry/medication support) plus culturally relevant mental health resources.

Therapy for Latinx: a platform designed to help people connect with Latinx therapists nationwide and find culturally responsive mental health support.

National Alliance for Hispanic Health: nonprofit behind Su Familia—The National Hispanic Family Health Helpline (1-866-783-2645 / 1-866-Su Familia), providing free, reliable, confidential health information in English and Spanish to help callers navigate the health system. 

Supporting the Hispanic/Latino Community, The Campaign to Change Direction: mental health PSA/toolkit for Hispanic/Latino communities; for 24/7 crisis text support, contact Crisis Text Line (text HOME to 741741).

National Latinx Psychological Association (NLPA): a national organization of Latinx mental health professionals with a “Find an Expert” directory to help people locate culturally informed providers and specialists.

Servicios en Español, 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 24/7 free crisis support in Spanish—call or text 988 (choose the Spanish option when prompted) or call 1-888-628-9454 for Spanish-language support.

Hispanic/Latino Behavioral Health Equity, SAMHSA: resource hub for behavioral health equity; for crisis support, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (dial 988—1-800-273-8255 still works) and for treatment referral, call SAMHSA’s National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP/4357).

Latinx/Hispanic Communities and Mental Health, MHA: position statement on mental health in Latinx/Hispanic communities, including key barriers and a link to Spanish-language materials.

Latinx Mental Health, NAMI: information on issues to consider such as privacy, language, natural medicine, faith and spirituality and cultural competency of a provider.

Latiné & Hispanic Communities, Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA): guidance on finding culturally responsive care plus articles on barriers to treatment and community needs; also links to ADAA’s free, anonymous online peer-to-peer support communities.

Latinx Therapy Podcast: episodes about self-help techniques, how to support others and cultural competency among providers.

“Mental Health: A Guide for Latinos and Their Families,” American Psychiatric Association: 22-minute video about different kinds of mental illnesses, treatments and how to find care.

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Division of Behavioral Health, Indian Health Service (IHS): federal hub for AI/AN behavioral health programs, including mental health, substance use, family violence prevention, and suicide prevention resources.

Center for Native American Youth: an organization with tools including videos, peer-to-peer engagement activities and a resource exchange.

National Indian Health Board: nonprofit organization that represents federally recognized Tribes and supports Tribal health leadership through advocacy, policy analysis, education, and resources for Tribal governments and partners.

Native Americans for Community Action: an organization in Arizona providing behavioral health services.

Native American Health Center: California Bay-Area organization providing behavioral health services. 

Tribal Affairs, SAMHSA: information hub on SAMHSA’s work with Tribal communities; for crisis support contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (dial 988—1-800-273-8255 still works) and for treatment referral call SAMHSA’s National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP/4357).

All My Relations Podcast: series focused on relationships Native people have with land, ancestors and each other with episodes on topics such as Indigenous feminism, family wellness and mascots. 

Native and Indigenous Communities and Mental Health, Mental Health America (MHA): position statement on mental health in Native and Indigenous communities, including key context, barriers to care, and considerations for culturally responsive support.

American Indian, Alaska Natives, Indigenous Peoples, 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: self-care tips and guidance for helping someone in crisis; for support, call, text, or chat 988 (24/7).

American Indian, Alaska Natives, Indigenous Peoples, American Psychological Association (APA): resource page with articles and tools related to psychology, policy, education, and mental health topics affecting Native communities.

StrongHearts Native Helpline: culturally appropriate, confidential support and advocacy for Native American and Alaska Native people impacted by domestic and sexual violence (1-844-762-8483 / 1-844-7NATIVE).

We R Native: Native youth–focused health and wellness resource with mental health information, stories, and “getting help” guidance designed for American Indian and Alaska Native teens and young adults.

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This article was last updated in February 2026