Mental Health Resources

Need a little extra support? The Sterling Group's got you covered with a go-to list of mental health resources to help you get through tough times.

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National/Local Resources

Find trusted hotlines, crisis centers, and community resources to support your mental health and well-being.

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    • Crisis Text Line: text HELLO to 741741

    • Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

    • Montgomery County Crisis Line: 240-777-4000

    • DC Access Helpline: 1-888-7WE-HELP (793-4357)

  • NAMI Mental Health Support: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)

  • Eating Disorder Support: National Eating Disorders Association 800-931-2237

Books

Powerful reads that inspire growth, healing, and a deeper understanding of yourself and others.

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    • The Body Keeps the Score – Bessel Van der Kolk, M.D.

    • The Feeling Good Handbook – David Burns

    • The Happiness Trap – Russ Harris

    • How to Do the Work – Dr. Nicole LePera

    • Attached – Amir Levine & Rachel S. F. Heller

    • Set Boundaries, Find Peace – Nedra Tawwab

    • Hold Me Tight – Dr. Sue Johnson

    • Codependent No More – Melody Beattie

    • So Tell Me About the Last Time You Had Sex – Ian Kerner

    • The Gifts of Imperfection – Brene Brown

    • Untamed – Glennon Doyle

    • What Color is Your Parachute? – Richard Nelson Bolles

    • The F*ck It Diet – Caroline Dooner

    • Come As You Are – Emily Nagoski

Mental Health Apps

Explore apps that bring mindfulness and self-care techniques right to your fingertips.

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  • Calm

  • Headspace

  • Breathe+

  • Paced Breathing

  • Gottman Card Decks

  • Insight Timer

  • Happy Not Perfect

  • CBT Thought Diary

  • Happify

  • Mindshift CBT

Podcasts

Tune into insightful conversations and stories that spark reflection and help you navigate life's challenges.