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The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential 24/7 crisis support for Louisiana women 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 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 Louisiana provides free mental health education, peer support groups, and advocacy for women and families living with mental illness statewide. Programs include NAMI Family Support Group, NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group, and free NAMI Basics and Family-to-Family courses. Call 225-291-6262 or email info@namilouisiana.org to find local group meeting times and locations. No diagnosis required to attend support groups. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm for information and referrals.
225-291-6262 · 843 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
Metropolitan Human Services District provides community mental health outpatient and crisis services for adults and youth in the New Orleans metropolitan area. Services include psychiatric evaluations, individual and group therapy, medication management, and crisis stabilization. Call 504-568-3130 for intake. Medicaid and Medicare accepted; sliding scale fees available for uninsured women. Bring ID and insurance card if you have one. Located at 3100 General De Gaulle Dr. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm.
504-568-3130 · 3100 General De Gaulle Dr Suite 200, New Orleans, LA 70114 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
Capital Area Human Services District provides community mental health and wellness services for adults and youth in the Baton Rouge region, including psychiatric evaluations, therapy, medication management, and crisis services. Call 225-925-1906 for intake. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance; sliding-scale fees for uninsured patients. Bring ID, insurance information, and medical history if available. Located on Government St. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm with crisis line available after hours.
225-925-1906 · 4615 Government St Building 2, Baton Rouge, LA 70806 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
Postpartum Support Louisiana connects mothers experiencing postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, or psychosis with local mental health providers, peer support specialists, and telephone warmlines. Call the national PSI helpline at 800-944-4773 or text HOME to 741741 for crisis support. Find Louisiana-specific resources and support group listings at postpartum.net. Services are free to access; individual therapy costs depend on provider and insurance. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm for warm referrals.
800-944-4773 · Statewide Service · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; Crisis Text: HOME to 741741 · Visit Website
Caddo-Bossier Mental Health Services provides outpatient psychiatric and counseling services for adults and youth in the Shreveport-Bossier City area. Services include individual therapy, medication management, and crisis stabilization. Call 318-676-5111 for intake and scheduling. Medicaid and most insurance accepted; sliding-scale fees for uninsured patients. Located at 1310 N Hearne Ave. Bring photo ID and insurance card if available. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm; after-hours crisis support available.
318-676-5111 · 1310 N Hearne Ave, Shreveport, LA 71107 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
Acadiana Area Human Services District offers comprehensive community mental health services for adults and youth in the Lafayette region, including therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis stabilization. Call 337-262-4100 for intake. Medicaid, Medicare, and sliding-scale fees available for those without insurance. Bring photo ID and any current prescriptions or medical records. Located at 302 Dulles Dr, Lafayette. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm with 24/7 crisis response available.
337-262-4100 · 302 Dulles Dr, Lafayette, LA 70506 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline offers free, confidential 24/7 support by phone call, text, or online chat for anyone in the US experiencing a mental health or suicidal crisis. Call or text 988 to connect with a trained counselor in minutes. Chat available at 988lifeline.org. Specialized lines available for veterans, LGBTQ+ youth, and Spanish speakers. No insurance or ID required. Counselors provide emotional support, safety planning, and referrals to local care.
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SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) provides free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information for women facing mental health or substance use challenges. Trained information specialists refer callers to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community organizations. Available in English and Spanish. No insurance required. You can also use findtreatment.gov to search online. Call any time — the service is completely free and anonymous.
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The NAMI HelpLine at 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) provides free peer support, mental health resource referrals, and information Mon-Fri 10am-10pm ET. Trained volunteers with lived mental health experience answer calls and help women find local programs, support groups, and providers. You can also text NAMI to 741741 for crisis support. Email nami.org/help for non-urgent questions. All calls are confidential. No diagnosis or insurance needed to call.
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Mental Health America provides free online mental health screening tools, a national affiliate directory, and educational resources for women managing depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other conditions. Take a free anonymous mental health screening at mhanational.org to get a personalized report and local resource recommendations. MHA advocates for better mental health coverage and access. No registration required for screenings. Local MHA affiliates offer support groups and direct services in most communities.
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MentalHealth.gov is the official US government information hub on mental health conditions, treatments, and where to find help. Provides plain-language explanations of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and psychosis, and guides women on how to talk to a provider, find a therapist, and understand their insurance rights. Available in multiple languages at mentalhealth.gov. Free to access 24/7 with no registration required. Links to federal treatment locators and crisis services.
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Postpartum Support International provides a helpline at 1-800-944-4773 for pregnant and postpartum women experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, or psychosis. PSI offers a vetted provider directory, online and in-person support groups, a peer mentor program, and educational resources for families. Call the helpline Mon-Fri for a warm referral to local specialists. Volunteer coordinators also available by state. Visit postpartum.net — no registration required to access the provider directory.
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The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) provides free, confidential 24/7 mental health support for pregnant and postpartum women. Trained counselors offer emotional support, crisis intervention, and referrals to local care. Available by call or text in English and Spanish. No insurance or ID required. Also available in other languages through an interpreter service. Funded by HRSA — a federal lifeline for mothers struggling with perinatal mental health.
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Crisis Text Line provides free, confidential 24/7 crisis support via text message. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor within minutes. Useful when calling is not possible or safe. Counselors help with suicidal thoughts, abuse, anxiety, depression, and other crises. Conversations are private. Available every day including holidays. Visit crisistextline.org to learn more. No phone minutes or data charges typically apply on major US carriers.
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Therapy for Black Girls is an online therapist directory and podcast supporting Black women's mental health by connecting them with culturally competent therapists across the US. Search by location, insurance, and specialty at therapyforblackgirls.com. The directory includes therapists experienced in trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and identity concerns relevant to Black women. The podcast offers free mental health education. No account required to search the therapist directory.
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The Anxiety and Depression Association of America offers a free therapist-finding tool, online and in-person support groups, and self-help resources for women managing anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and panic disorders. Search for therapists by location and specialty at adaa.org. Free educational webinars, personal stories, and treatment guides available without registration. ADAA peer-to-peer support group directory helps women find community-based mental health support in their area.
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