Depression and anxiety among children are on the rise. A recent study published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows mental health-related emergency room visits among children rose 24% for children ages 5-11 and 31% for those ages 12-17 since the pandemic began.
In an age dominated by screens and technology, it’s fitting that our smartphones and computers are increasingly becoming our allies in the realm of mental health. The importance of online mental health support resources cannot be overstated. They have revolutionized the way we access and receive help, making support more accessible, convenient, and destigmatized.
Here are some online mental health support resources for Black children.
Academics for Black Survival and Wellness is a space for healing and wellness for Black people and an organization of Black counseling psychologists and their colleagues who practice Black allyship.
Inclusive Therapists aims to make the process of seeking therapy simpler and safer for all people, especially marginalized populations.
The AAKOMA Project builds the consciousness of youth of color and their caregivers on the recognition and importance of mental health.
Therapy for Black Men is a directory to help men of color in their search for a therapist.
The National Queer & Trans Therapists of Color Network (NQTTCN) is a healing justice organization committed to transforming mental health for queer and trans people of color (QTPoC)
