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List of free mental health resources

Hi all, 

Below is a list of free resources available in some countries. I will continue to add to this list so check back if your country isnt here. 

Remember - ask for help if you need it! 


Australia:

United States:

  • MentalHealth.gov: Provides one-stop access to U.S. government mental health information. https://www.mentalhealth.gov/

  • National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): The nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. https://www.nami.org/

  • Mental Health America: Dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and promoting the overall mental health of all Americans. https://www.mhanational.org/

Canada:

United Kingdom:

  • Samaritans: Provides emotional support to anyone in distress or at risk of suicide throughout the UK and Ireland. https://www.samaritans.org/

  • Mind: Offers advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. https://www.mind.org.uk/

  • Living Life to the Full: Provides free online courses covering low mood, stress, and resiliency. https://llttf.com/

New Zealand:

  • Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand: Provides free information and training resources and advocates for policies and services that support people with experience of mental illness. https://mentalhealth.org.nz/

  • Depression.org.nz: Offers online self-help tools and resources to help New Zealanders recognize and understand depression and anxiety. https://depression.org.nz/

Global Resources:

Self-Improvement Resources:

  • Becoming Better: Curates a list of self-improvement resources, including books, articles, videos, and classes. https://becomingbetter.org/resources/

  • Khan Academy: Offers free online courses, lessons, and practice in various subjects, supporting personal development. https://www.khanacademy.org/

  • edX: Provides access to free online courses from universities and institutions worldwide, covering a wide range of topics. https://www.edx.org/

Please note that while these resources are freely accessible, the availability of services may vary based on your location and the specific resource.

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