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Resources

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Below there is a list of resources in Washington state for numerous teen struggles. While these are not all the resources in the state, they provide a great deal of education and support about a variety of topics.

Teen Crisis
Resources

Mental Health & Grief Resources

Teen Bullying
Resources

Eating Disorder
Resources

Teen
LGBTQ/Equity/BIPOC Resources

Sex & Consent
Resources

Studies &
Surveys

Still Have
Questions?

Teen Crisis Resources

Resources for Teens: List

TEEN LINK

OPEN 6PM-10PM 

206.461.4922 

Youth crisis line answered by teens

call or chat in) no issue is to big or small. 

Home - Teen Link

CRISIS CONNECTIONS
24-HR CRISIS LINE
866-427-4747

Crisis line for individuals in Washington state 

Home Page > Crisis Connections

SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE

24-HR CRISIS LINE

206-297-5922

911

EMERGENCY PHONELINE

Dial when you or someone else is in a state of emergency

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Mental Health & Grief Resources

SAFE CROSSINGS

Safe Crossings Foundation is a leader in funding services that help grieving children throughout the Puget Sound region. Our vision is that all grieving children receive the emotional support they need to heal and thrive after the loss of a loved one.

Home - Safe Crossings (safecrossingsfoundation.org)

YOUR LIFE YOUR VOICE

1-800-448-3000

Text, call, or chat

Real advice for situations on all topics

Your Life Your Voice

MINDFULLNESS FOR TEENS

Resources for Teens: List

Teen Bullying Resources

WASHINGTON STATE ACLU

We are the unwavering voice of freedom, fairness and equality for all people in America. We work in the courts, the legislatures, and in our communities to protect and extend basic rights for everyone.

About Us | ACLU of Washington (aclu-wa.org)

PFLAG WA STATE COUNCIL

The members of the PFLAG Washington State Council board of directors are volunteers from PFLAG chapters throughout Washington State and work to help state chapters be successful in their missions to provide support, education and advocacy to the LGBTQ+ community, their families, and friends.

PFLAG Washington State Council - The Council (pflagwsc.org)

STOMP OUT BULLYING

 Leading national nonprofit dedicated to changing the culture for all students. It works to reduce and prevent bullyingcyberbullying and other digital abuse, educates against homophobiaLGBTQIA+ discriminationracism and hatred, and deters violence in schools, online and in communities across the country.

STOMP Out Bullying™ | Cyberbullying & Bullying Prevention

THE RECOVERY VILLAGE 

Research shows that prolonged social media use can lead to depression and anxiety in teens, affecting their self-esteem and overall well-being. Additionally, social media can also be a breeding ground for cyberbullying, which has been linked to the development of addiction in young people. We believe that it is important to raise awareness about these issues and provide resources to help parents and teenagers navigate these challenges, we created the guides below, please take a look:

How and Why Bullying Leads to Addiction In Kids (palmerlakerecovery.com)

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Eating Disorder Resources

CENTER FOR DISCOVERY

You’ll learn about what’s underlying your eating disorder. You’ll practice new coping skills, including how to forge a healthier relationship with food through hands-on meal preparation. You’ll join us at one of our intimate estate-style homes or small outpatient centers that promote healing and personalized attention. And when you’re ready to return home, you’ll continue to receive recovery support for life through our Aftercare Program.

Center For Discovery: Leading Eating Disorder Treatment

EATING DISORDERS ANONYMOUS

Eating Disorders Anonymous (EDA) is a fellowship of individuals who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problems and help others to recover from their eating disorders.

Eating Disorders Anonymous – The only requirement for membership is a desire to recover from an eating disorder.

THE EMILY PROGRAM

The Emily Program approach is based on the belief that individuals are unique and that they intuitively seek meaning, value, and creativity in life. Effective treatment requires an awareness of the genetic, biological, psychological, social, and cultural impacts on each person. Simply put, we believe that treatment with you in mind can help you get better.

The Emily Program - A national leader in eating disorders

NATIONAL EATING DISORDER ACCOSIATION

 Devoted to preventing eating disorders, providing treatment referrals, and increasing the education and understanding of eating disorders, weight, and body image. 

National Eating Disorders Association

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS

Overeaters Anonymous (OA) is a community of people who support each other in order to recover from compulsive eating and food behaviors. We welcome everyone who feels they have a problem with food.

Home - Overeaters Anonymous (oa.org)

THE CENTER-A PLACE FOR HOPE

We Treat Depression, Anxiety, Eating-Disorders, Trauma, PTSD, Addiction & OCD

The Center • A Place of HOPE - Mental Health Treatment Center

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Teen LGBTQ/Equity/BIPOC Resources

TREVOR PROJECT

Focused on suicide prevention efforts among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youth. Through a toll-free telephone number, it operates The Trevor Lifeline, a confidential service that offers trained counselors. 

The Trevor Project | For Young LGBTQ Lives

WE ARE NATIVE

Community of Native Youth 

Home - We R Native

CENTER FOR MULTICULTURAL HEALTH

Our mission is to promote the health and well-being of diverse communities--including individuals from communities of color, individuals with limited English proficiency, immigrants, etc. 

Center for MultiCultural Health

Gay City: Seattle’s LGBTQ Center cultivates access and connections to promote self-determination, liberation and joy in our communities.

Welcome Home - Gay City: Seattle's LGBTQ Center

GAY CITY

Lambert House empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth through the development of leadership, social, and life skills.\

Lambert House

LAMBERT HOUSE

YOUTH EASTSIDE SERVICES - BE GLAD

BGLAD is a weekly drop-in social support group for youth, established as a welcoming and affirming space for people exploring or seeking support for their identities.

BGLAD | Supporting LGBTQ+ at Youth Eastside Services

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Sex & Consent Resources

SEXUAL AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

This offers resources, tools, and information to practitioners, advocates, and members of the general public who want to learn more about sexual and domestic violence as a public health issue.

Sexual and Domestic Violence | Washington State Department of Health

SAFE IN WASHINGTON

An ALLIANCE of businesses, philanthropists, law enforcement, the justice system, and nonprofits who have united as a movement to combat commercial sexual exploitation in Washington state.

SAFE in Washington - Strategy

CONSENT 101

Studies & Surveys 

City of Kirkland

Additionally, the Kirkland, Washington Youth Council conducted a survey in 2021 for all Teen Kirkland Residents asking about their mental health. If you are interested in reviewing those results below, click on the link provided to see a summary of what we learned:

Still Have Questions?

Still Have Questions?

Don't hesitate to reach out! In the bottom right-hand corner click on the let's chat questions and reach out to me with anything on your mind! *I am not a mental health professional, but just want to give my perspective as a teen.

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