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Compassionate Therapy for Teens and Young Adults
Erika Stewart Wheelhouse (She/Her)
MA, LMHC
Clinician and Managing Director
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Erika is an experienced mental health provider and advocate, as well as an award winning writer and researcher.
We serve and support our LGBTQ+ clients with inclusive, compassionate treatment and gender-affirming care
Crisis Hotline in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, if you or a loved-one is experiencing a mental health or substance use disorder crisis, the Behavioral Health Help Line (BHHL) is available 24/7/365.
For immediate help.
Call or Text: 833-773-2445
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Being a Human is challenging
An adult caring for little humans faces an added layer of challenges - that’s why Strive Family Resources offers accurate, timely, and relevant information to help you better understand yourself and your family.
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SUPPORT AND INFORMATION RELATED TO RACIAL INJUSTICE & VIOLENCE IN THE COMMUNITY
Beyond the Golden Rule: A parent's guide to preventing and responding to prejudice Handout/booklet by Teaching Tolerance, a project of the [Southern Poverty Law Center](https:// www.splcenter.org/). How to help and guide kids in their understanding of racial bias and discrimination.
Podcast by Jasmine Bradshaw: First Name Basis. A brilliant podcast episode defining “Privilege” and how those with it can use it to fight racism at the personal and system levels.
Conversations for families about race and anti-bias from Anti-Defamation League
George Floyd, Racism, & Law Enforcement For families with kids ages 11 & up
Thinking about Social Justice through Crafts & Conversations For families with kids 3-12
Empowering Young People in the Aftermath of Hate In English and Español.
SUPPORT AND INFORMATION RELATED TO COVID-19
Articles by Erika S. Wheelhouse, MA, LMHC for Take This:
Managing Stress That Comes With Drastic Lifestyle Changes
Pandemic Fatigue: The Impact of Boredom
LGBTQ Youth face particularly difficult mental health issues during that can be exacerbated during the COVID-19 crisis. The Trevor Project published their White Paper on April 2020 outlining the immediate concerns. The Trevor Project: Implications of COVID-19 for LGBTQ Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
From TheTrevorProject.org
Being gentle with yourself can be a challenge in the best of times, let alone during a global pandemic. Practicing self-compassion, the act of comforting and gently caring for yourself when experiencing uncomfortable or painful emotions. Dr. Kristen Neff has done extensive research on how self-compassion can positively impact psychological well-being.
Self Compassion exercises by Dr. Kristin Neff On Self-Compassion.org
CRISIS RESOURCES
Samaritans Confidential Hotline: To talk or Text 24/7 877-870-4673
Available if you just need to talk, even when not in a crisis or seeking mental health support
Crisis Text Line Text: CONNECT to 741741
Games and Online Harassment Hotline Text “SUPPORT” to 23368 to get started
National Sexual Assault Hotline - RAINN 800-656-HOPE (4673)
National Human Trafficking Hotline 888-373-7888 (TTY:711) or text 233733. In the US Call 911 if you are in immediate danger.
The Trevor Project 24/7 helplines:
TrevorLifeline 1-866-488-7386
Or visit their online Get Help Now page with information on text and chatlines with counselors available 24/7.
Other Resources - Information and Support
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) A non-profit, grassroots organization focused on advocacy, education, and support for individuals and families living with mentai illness. They seek to improve the quality of life for those impacted by mental health challenges.
The NAMI Helpline can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 am–6 pm, ET. 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
- Commonsense Media Movie and media ratings, explainations of social media trends, etc.
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