Referral Resources
Play Gap offers referrals to both national and local organizations and educational resources to assist in the areas of coaching, overall wellness, mental health, LGBTQIA education, job training, racial equity. and much more.
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Frontline Service
Reaches out to adults and children in Northeast Ohio to end homelessness, prevent suicide, resolve behavioral health crises, and overcome trauma. For immediate help: 24/7 CRISIS HOTLINE (216) 623-6888
U.S. Dept. of Veteran Affairs - Mental Health
Works to prevent suicide among all veterans, including those who do not, and may never, seek care within the VA health care system. Crisis line: 1-800-273-8255
The Trevor Project
Provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQIA+ young people under 25. Contact: 866-488-7386 (24/7)
Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. For immediate help: 1-800-273-8255
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Admin
Collects information on thousands of state-licensed providers who specialize in treating substance use disorders, addiction, and mental illness. Enter your zip code and find a treatment facility near you. For help finding treatment, call 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ) Screeners
Offers clinicians concise, self-administered screening and diagnostic tools for mental health disorders, which have been field-tested in office practice. Includes access to PHQ-9 and GAD-7 in addition to instructional manuals and additional screening tools.
Neighborhood Family Practice - Community Health Centers
Offers talk therapy (psychotherapy) and psychiatry services for pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients. Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1.855.NFP.MED1 (1.855.637.6331)
National Eating Disorder Association
Largest nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders. Contact: 1-800-931-2237, Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. EST, Friday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
Provides 24/7 crisis intervention, safety planning, and information on domestic violence. Contact: (800) 799-7233
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Find your county and contact your local affiliate. The NAMI HelpLine can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. EST. Contact: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or info@nami.org
Crisis Text Line
Provides free, 24/7, text based mental health support and crisis intervention. For immediate help: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor.
Alliance of Social Workers in Sport (ASWIS)
Promotes individual and community well-being through partnerships between the profession of social work and the field of athletics. ASWIS advocates for athlete rights, promotes safety standards, and ensures that all athletes receive the recognition and help they need to shine light on the positives of athletic competition. Contact: (800) 567-1178
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Provides referrals to support groups and mental health professionals, resources on loss, and suicide prevention information. Contact: (888) 333-2377
Mental Health Best Practices- NCAA Sport Science Institute
Mental Health Best Practices outline