things that actually helped me to get out of my depression (and things that did not)

Here are some resources that I hope will be helpful!

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has a search engine that can be used to find mental health services in your area. It also shows whether practices offer pro bono or fee for service. https://www.samhsa.gov/

Mental Health America offers no cost group therapy for a number of life stressors and mental health problems. https://mhanational.org/

The National Alliance on Mental Illness can connect people to pro bono or fee for service mental health support in your area. They also offer free support groups and programs. https://www.nami.org/


The 988 Suicide & Crisis National Lifeline connects callers to trained crisis counselors in their area who can offer support and resources. Call or text 988 !