HelpLine Youth Mental Health Resource Hub

Growing up comes with opportunities, challenges, and changes that can sometimes feel stressful or uncertain. Although not everything that affects your well-being is within your control, the choices you make and the support you seek can have a meaningful impact on your health and resilience.

This page was created with young people in mind and offers ideas, resources, and strategies to help you care for yourself, build healthy connections, and navigate life's ups and downs. Use it in whatever way feels most useful to you—explore the sections that interest you, skip those that don't, and come back whenever you need it.

In partnership with Mental Health America, click here to find more resources for kids and teens.

Wellness Plan

You matter. You deserve wellness, however it requires planning. Below is a wellness plan that provide tips on how to plan for good and not-so-good days. Techniques include breathing, grounding and self-care tips:

 

Wellness Resources

Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when you're facing challenges, changes, or uncertainty. While many things that affect our health and well-being may be outside of our control, there are still positive steps we can take to care for ourselves and support one another.

Whether you're a young person navigating school, friendships, family responsibilities, or your future goals, this guide is designed to help you identify tools and strategies that work for you. There is no right or wrong way to use it—start with the sections that feel most helpful, skip what doesn't apply, and return whenever you need guidance, support, or inspiration.

Crisis and Immediate Support Resources

Below, you'll find a list of resources to support you or a loved one in caring for your mental health and well-being. This list includes crisis support resources, HelpLine resources, and other wellness resources. Additional resources can be found here through Mental Health America.

Textlines

  • Crisis Text line: Text any message to 988
  • HelpLine: Text HELPLINE to 898211
  • Teen Line: Call 800-852-8336 or text TEEN to 839863 
  • The National Domestic Violence Hotline: Text START to 88788

Websites

Apps

  • Happify: for Stress & Worry
  • CogniFit
  • Headspace
  • Calm
  • Woebot
  • Mindfulness Coach

For Immediate 24/7, Free and Confidential Help:
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call HelpLine at 1.800.684.2324, 211 or text helpline to 898211. Call or text 988 for the suicide & crisis lifeline.