Depression Treatment Resources and Support Guide

Professional Mental Health Services

Psychiatrists and Mental Health Professionals

• Mental Health Provider Directory: American Psychiatric Association Find a Psychiatrist Tool
• Psychology Today Therapist Directory: Find local therapists and mental health professionals

Treatment Centers

• Outpatient Mental Health Clinics
• Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)
• Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP)
• Inpatient Treatment Facilities

Crisis Resources

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 (24/7)
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
• Local Emergency Services: 911

Support Groups and Organizations

National Organizations

• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
  • Helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI
  • www.nami.org
• Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
  • www.dbsalliance.org

Online Support Communities

• 7 Cups of Tea: Online therapy and free support
• Mental Health America Online Support Groups

Treatment Options

Medication Management

• Primary Care Physicians
• Psychiatrists
• Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners

Psychotherapy Approaches

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Group Therapy

Alternative and Complementary Treatments

• Exercise Programs
• Meditation and Mindfulness
• Light Therapy
• Nutritional Counseling

Educational Resources

Recommended Reading

• National Institute of Mental Health: Depression Information
• Mayo Clinic: Depression Resources

Mobile Applications

• Mood tracking apps
• Meditation apps
• CBT-based apps

Insurance and Financial Resources

• Healthcare.gov: Insurance marketplace
• Medicare/Medicaid Information
• Sliding scale therapy options
• Prescription assistance programs