Healing doesn’t only happen in therapy. Sometimes support comes through community, education, crisis services, or learning new tools to care for yourself in everyday life.
Below you’ll find a collection of trusted mental health resources and local Long Island organizations that may be supportive for you or someone you care about.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please contact one of the crisis resources below or dial 911.
Immediate Support & Crisis Resources
If you or someone you know needs immediate support, these services are available 24/7.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 to connect with trained crisis counselors anytime. This service provides free, confidential support for people experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or mental health crises.
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 to message with a trained crisis counselor via text.
Long Island Crisis Center
Call (516) 679-1111 for 24/7 crisis counseling and emotional support.
Suffolk County Crisis Hotline
Call (631) 751-7500 for confidential crisis intervention and referrals.
Nassau County Behavioral Health Crisis Line
Call (516) 227-8255 for crisis support and mental health assistance.
Perinatal & Postpartum Support
Support is available for individuals navigating pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, and early parenthood.
Postpartum Resource Center of New York- West Islip, NY
This is one of the most important maternal mental health organizations in New York. They provide emotional support, education, and referrals for families experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders such as postpartum depression, anxiety, and birth trauma.
Services include:
confidential support helpline
peer support programs
support groups
statewide referral directory
Helpline: 855-631-0001
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) for confidential 24/7 support for pregnant and postpartum parents.
Postpartum Support International
This international organization provides free support groups, educational resources, and referrals for pregnancy and postpartum mental health challenges.
They offer:
postpartum depression support groups
pregnancy & infant loss groups
fertility support groups
virtual support meetings
Additional Support Groups & Programs
New Moms Support Groups – Long Island / NYC
Therapist-led support groups designed to help mothers process emotional changes, anxiety, and stress during the postpartum period.
Resolve: The National Infertility Association
Support groups and resources for individuals navigating infertility and reproductive health challenges.
Long Island Mental Health & Community Resources
These organizations offer community education, support groups, and mental health resources for Long Island residents.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – Long Island Chapter
Community programs, education, and support for individuals affected by suicide and mental health challenges.
Mental Health Association of Nassau County
Provides mental health information, referrals, and community programs.
Stony Brook Behavioral Health Resources
Educational resources and suicide prevention information for Long Island residents.
Long Island Perinatal & Postpartum Resources
Long Island Crisis Center- Long Island, NY
A 24/7 crisis and emotional support organization offering confidential counseling and mental health support for individuals experiencing emotional distress or crisis.
24-hour hotline: 516-679-1111
This can be an important resource for people who need immediate support outside therapy hours.
The Nesting Place Long Island
A Long Island community that offers postpartum support groups, parenting circles, and education for new parents.
Programs include:
Fourth Trimester Support Circle
postpartum wellness groups
guest speakers and parenting support resources
Association for Mental Health and Wellness- Suffolk County
A large Long Island nonprofit that provides:
mental health education
support groups
community mental health resources
Some programs include maternal mental health support groups and postpartum support circles.
Local Hospitals With Perinatal Programs
Some Long Island hospitals run maternal mental health programs or postpartum support groups. Examples:
Stony Brook Medicine
Northwell Health
NYU Langone Long Island
These often offer new parent groups, postpartum depression screening, and parenting support programs.