Resources For When You Need Support - Right now or Anytime
You don’t have to figure this out alone. Below are trusted resources for crisis support, finding therapy, and navigating grief, trauma, relationships, and addiction. If you’re not sure where to start, reach out — I’m happy to help you find your next step.
Need Help Right Now?
If you feel unsafe, overwhelmed, or like you may harm yourself, you deserve immediate support. These services are confidential and available 24/7.
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Free, 24/7 support for emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or feeling unable to cope. Call or text 988.
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SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Confidential guidance and treatment referrals for mental health or substance use crises.
Affordable / Low-Cost Counseling
Therapy should be accessible. These programs provide reduced-fee or sliding-scale counseling.
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Open Path Collective — Low-cost therapy network.
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MSU Marriage & Family Therapy Clinic — Reduced-fee couples and family therapy through a supervised training clinic.
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MSU Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) — Counseling services for MSU students.
Substance Use Support
If substance use is affecting your life or relationships, support is available. These resources can help you explore treatment and recovery options.
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SAMHSA Substance Use Resources — Treatment locator, education, and 24/7 helpline.
Domestic Violence Support
If you are experiencing abuse, controlling behavior, or feel unsafe in a relationship, help is available. You don’t have to handle this alone.
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Michigan Domestic Violence Hotline — Statewide DV support, safety planning, and shelter referrals.
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EVE Inc. (Lansing Area) — Domestic and sexual violence services including shelter, advocacy, and support.
Local & Statewide Practical Support
Sometimes support needs go beyond therapy. These resources can help with housing, food, healthcare, financial stress, and community services.
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CEICMH Community Resources Directory — Lansing-area supports and referrals.
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MI 211 — Statewide line for essential needs and mental-health resources.
Therapy Approaches & Learning
If you’re curious about the approaches used at UTS Counseling, these resources offer helpful overviews.
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What is Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)? — Evidence-based therapy for attachment, emotional safety, and relationship healing.
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Surgeon General Advisory on Loneliness & Isolation — Research and practical insight on disconnection and wellbeing.
Find a Therapist
Use these trusted directories to find a therapist who fits your needs, location, and budget. If you want help sorting through options, feel free to contact me.
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Psychology Today Therapist Directory — Search by zip code, insurance, and specialty.
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TherapyDen Directory — Inclusive directory to find identity-affirming therapists.
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NIMH Find Help — National guide to mental-health care and services.
Grief & Loss
Grief can feel lonely and disorienting. These resources offer groups, education, and compassionate support for loss of any kind.
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Hospice of Lansing Grief Support — Grief groups, counseling, and education.
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Ele’s Place (Capital Region) — Grief support groups for children, teens, adults, and families.
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Grief Support Center Navigator Tool — Helps you find grief resources by need and location.

