Resources

LGBTQ+ Advocacy Organizations

National organizations committed to protecting members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Legal Resources for LGBTQ+ Discrimination

Resources for knowing your rights and combating LGBTQ+ discrimination both online and in person.

These resources offer information on mental, emotional, and behavioral health issues for families and teens. Knowledge is power. If you’re curious about what you or someone you know might be feeling or experiencing, it can be helpful to educate yourself.

Finding Mental Health Treatment

Resources for finding mental health treatment both local to Pennsylvania and across the U.S.

Reaching Out During a Crisis

Resources for calling crisis lines, what to expect when calling a crisis line, and how to reach out for help.

Finding Support from Others Online

This article lists information on some online support groups (including chatrooms for LGBTQ+ teens and teens of color) such as what to expect when you join.

To Write Love on Her Arms

To Write Love on Her Arms is a mental health and suicide prevention resource. They have stories of others’ experiences, self-care tips, and a resource for finding a therapist in your area.

SOVA

SOVA (Supporting Our Valued Adolescents) is a blog that aims to connect diverse youth with anxiety and depression in a moderated, safe online space.

Dougy Center: Coping with Grief and Loss

The Dougy Center is a resource website that specializes in helping people connect with resources and cope with grief after experiencing a loss or while experiencing/supporting someone else with a serious illness.