“Basic” Needs

Need help with food, housing, or help paying bills? Find free and reduced-cost programs in our community: findhelp.org.

relink.org is a free, anonymous, geo-location-driven online resource directory that connects individuals, families, and service providers to local support services across all 88 counties in Ohio.

Equitas Health - Medical, Pharmacy, Mental Health, Recovery, and Dental Care for All

Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati - Self-Help Information

Crisis Resources & Community Support

Therapy With Jen, LLC does not provide emergency or crisis services. If you are experiencing an acute mental health crisis, your safety matters. You deserve support, and you do not have to navigate a crisis alone. The resources below offer options for immediate support, local services, and community-based care.

Immediate Crisis Support

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for free, confidential crisis support, available 24/7 in the United States.

• Emergency Services: Call 911 if you are in immediate danger or need urgent medical assistance. You can also go to your nearest emergency department at any time.

• Crisis Text Line: Text BRAVE or HOME to 741741 to connect with crisis support.

Ohio & Local Resources

• Hamilton County Crisis Line: Call 513-281-2273 for local crisis support.

• Ohio Mental Health Hotline: Call 866-903-3787 for mental health support.

• NAMI Southwest Ohio: Find local crisis resources and help navigating mental health services through NAMI Southwest Ohio.

• Hamilton County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board: Explore local crisis and emergency services through the Board's resource page.

• Cincinnati Warmline: If you need someone to talk to when I am unavailable, consider contacting the local Warmline at 513-931-9276 or visiting the Cincinnati Warmline website.

Local Inpatient Mental Health Services

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis and need more intensive support, inpatient mental health services may be an option. The following facilities offer mental health services in the Greater Cincinnati area. Please contact the facility directly to ask about current services, availability, and admission requirements.

Beckett Springs
8614 Shepherd Farm Drive
West Chester, OH 45069
Phone: (513) 942-9500
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Lindner Center of Hope
4075 Old Western Row Road
Mason, OH 45040
Phone: (513) 536-4673
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Identity-Affirming Crisis Support

I recognize that traditional crisis and emergency responses may not always feel safe or affirming, particularly for people from marginalized communities. The following resources offer additional options for identity-affirming support.

• Blackline: Call 800-604-5841. A resource centering the safety and well-being of Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color. Visit Blackline for more information.

• Trans Lifeline: Call 877-565-8860 in the United States or 877-330-6366 in Canada for peer support for transgender people. Visit Trans Lifeline.

• DeafLEAD Crisis Line: Call 321-800-3323 via video phone for crisis support for Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. Visit DeafLEAD.

• Additional Crisis Resources: Inclusive Therapists offers a directory of additional crisis support options, including information about police intervention.

Emergency Services & Community-Based Care

If you or someone else is in immediate, life-threatening danger, call 911 or seek emergency medical care when needed.

I also recognize that emergency and police responses can pose additional risks for marginalized communities, particularly for Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color; transgender and gender-diverse people; neurodivergent and disabled people; and those experiencing mental health crises. These concerns deserve to be taken seriously.

When safe and appropriate, consider involving trusted friends, family, neighbors, or community members who can offer support, help advocate for your needs, and provide a sense of safety during a difficult moment.

To explore community-based alternatives to police response in your area, visit Don't Call the Police.

Collective Care & Mental Health Liberation

I believe healing happens in relationship and that mental health is shaped by more than individual experiences alone. Our well-being is also influenced by our communities, access to resources, and the systems in which we live. Access to care should not be limited to the therapy room.

Learn more about Mental Health Liberation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting collective care initiatives and the BIPOC Therapy Fund. Visit their support page to learn more about their work and ways to contribute.

Resource Lists

Inclusive Therapists - Mental Health Resources and Education: Uplifting BIPOC, Global Majority, 2SLGBTQIA+ & Marginalized Communities

Aleah Black - Resource List & Book Recs

Fair Play - Resources: Your go-to destination for valuable support and information. Here, you’ll find a range of Fair Play specific resources designed to help you navigate your Fair Play journey, along with connections to outside organizations, resources, and communities that are also focused on the care movement.

YK Hong - Liberatory Strategy + Tech Justice

Community Accountability - Resources for Organizing

The Social Change Map - The Social Change Ecosystem Framework (copyright Deepa Iyer, 2017) is a practical resource for individuals, organizations, and networks advancing justice, solidarity, and community care. The framework can help us clarify our values and identify the different roles that we can play to support our communities.