Mental Health Resources

One of my driving passions is education. I want to provide you with the tools and resources you need to be successful, healthy, and happy both in and outside of therapy. These resources are available for anyone who needs them whether you are my client or not. If you have any questions about these resources or have suggestions to add, feel free to contact me at: michelle@radicalserenity.com.

Community Resource Spotlight!

The Drop

I had the pleasure of meeting with staff at The Drop in Charlotte, NC. They provide such an incredible service geared towards our LGBTQIA+ community. They offer completely free HIV/STI testing, comprehensive HIV education, and prevention services. In addition, they provide a safe, inclusive space for individuals to access showers, laundry, clothing, food, computers, counseling, and other resources and supports!

The Drop is an LGBTQIA+ friendly community service providing HIV/STI testing, education, and prevention

Website: https://www.thedropclt.org/

Phone: 704-641-2278

Address: 5114 Monroe Road
Charlotte, NC 28205

24-7 Hotlines

If you are in crisis, please call one of these lines for support or resources. If you are not sure which one to call, call 988, and they will direct you to what you need.

These numbers are great to save to your phone, place in high-visible areas, and share with others!

Please note, Radical Serenity is not able to provide crisis or emergency support. If you need immediate assistance, please call 911.

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988

National Hopeline Network: (800) SUICIDE

Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800)273-TALK (8255)

National Child Abuse Hotline: (800) 422-4453

Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 (SAFE)
or text LOVEIS to 22522

National Sexual Assault Hotline: (800) 656-4673

The TREVOR Project (LGBTQIA+): 1-866-488-7386
or text START to 678-678

Substance Abuse Help Line: (800) 262-2463

Crisis Text Line: Text “HOME” to 741741

LGBTQIA+ Resources

  • Visit: https://pflag.org/

    “PFLAG ​is the nation's first and largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.”

  • Visit: https://pflagcharlotte.org/

    This is the local Charlotte chapter of PFLAG which is dedicated to supporting families, educating allies, and advocating for equality. You can find local support groups, events, and resources.

  • Visit: https://genderspectrum.org/

    Gender Spectrum seeks to create safe communities for gender diverse children by providing education and support for their families. This is an excellent resources to learn about different identities and language used in LGBTQIA+ spaces.

  • Visit: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

    This non-profit focuses on suicide prevention in LGBTQIA+ youth. They have a 24/7 crisis line in addition to peer support, advocacy, and education.

  • Visit: https://charlottetranshealth.org/

    Charlotte Trans Health seeks to improve access to accessible, affirmative care, education, advocacy, and support for trans and gender diverse individuals. Browse their directory of vetted providers or review additional community resources.

Websites

Books & Media

Education

  • Visit: https://www.agewelladvocacy.com/

    Travis Friot, CDP (He/Him) is the founder of AgeWell Advocacy where he provides services as an Elder Advocate. Travis is passionate about supporting those 55+ and their families by providing care management to navigate healthcare, resources, and education for LGBTQIA+ elders and allies.

  • Visit: https://timeoutyouth.org/

    Time Out Youth provides a safe, inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ youth ages 13-24. They have peer support, discussion groups, counseling, social activities, arts programs, community service, advocacy efforts, and so much more!

  • Visit: https://www.thedropclt.org/

    The Drop provides free HIV/STI testing to the community absolutely free. They provide HIV education and prevention services. They also offer a safe, inclusive space to access showers, computers, support groups, counseling, laundry services, food pantry, and more!

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