Taking care of your mental health is always important, but in the aftermath of the election, we know many folks are feeling even more anxious and devastated. We want you to do what you can to take care of yourself in this moment, and we’ve compiled a list of resources to help.
Mental Health Tools and Resources
💬 Crisis Text Line
FOLX members can text 'FOLX' to 741741 to reach a live volunteer crisis counselor, 24/7. Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7, confidential text-based mental health support in both English and Spanish and is also available via WhatsApp or web browser.
💬 Trans Lifeline
Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. Call the hotline at (877) 565-8860 to talk. Visit this link for details and availability.
📖 The FOLX Transgender Meditation Guide: How to Meditate When You Can’t Sit Still
Learn ways to meditate and practice mindfulness for folks who don’t necessarily connect with the traditional way of meditating.
📖 Transgender Law Center Care Package
Check out this care package from Transgender Law Center with resources and movement and mindfulness tools you can use.
How FOLX Can Help
🎥 How FOLX Can Support Your Mental Health
Hear from Chief Clinical Officer Kate as she tells you about how a FOLX clinician can support you with your mental health.
🎥 When to See a Therapist for Anxiety
Hear from FOLX therapist Em as they explain how to tell when it might be time to see a therapist about your anxiety.
📖 Understanding Panic Attacks and How FOLX Can Help
Delve into what panic attacks are, how they can be managed, and how FOLX is here to support you.
📖 How FOLX Can Help with Anxiety
Learn the ways in which FOLX can support you with your anxiety, whether it be medication, lifestyle changes, or therapy.
📖 How FOLX Can Help with Depression
Learn about how FOLX can help you manage depression and get the resources you need.
Also, in the FOLX Community Platform, you can find courses on managing anxiety and practicing mindfulness with practical tools you can start using right away. Learn more about our anxiety course here.
Join the FOLX Community Platform to access 24/7 chats with our Community. FOLX members can access the Community in their FOLX account. If you’re not a member, you can join for a 10-day free trial here.
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